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PanhellenicSorority Recruitment

2012

Hello, ladies

On behalf of the University of North Texas Panhellenic Association, we would like to congratulate you on your decision to

attend North Texas. We are excited to welcome you to the UNT family and to our outstanding Greek community. When

you join a sorority, you become a member of one of the largest student organizations on campus. Although each sorority is

unique, we all come together to support each other to maintain this united community. As UNT Greek women, we pride ourselves

on our success in balancing campus involvement, community service, sisterhood, and most importantly, scholarship. For several

years, sorority involvement has served to shape well-respected, achieved women around the world.

Participating in Recruitment will allow you a head start to a positive beginning here at UNT. We invite you to take a close look at

the sororities that comprise our Panhellenic. Formal Recruitment allows you the opportunity to learn about each sorority and what

it is like to be a part of our Greek community. We encourage you to keep an open mind throughout the recruitment process, as

all eight chapters have so much to offer.

Membership in a Panhellenic sorority can be an open door to many great opportunities and experiences as a student at UNT.

Women involved in the Greek community excel in academics and hold many leadership positions on and off campus. The sorority

community promotes the development of its individuals while sharing the benefits of the group experience. We strongly recommend

that you get involved and take advantage of the wonderful opportunities that are available to you.

On behalf of UNT Panhellenic, we are honored to present our Greek community to you and are here to assist you throughout

the recruitment process. Thank you for your interest in the Panhellenic Association of North Texas. If you have any questions or

concerns, you can contact the UNT Greek Life Office at (940) 369-8463 or [email protected].

Sincerely,

Welcometo the Panhellenic Association!

PDS 122806-5/12o

Emily2012 Panhellenic President

Kate2012 Vice President of Recruitment

Panhellenic AssociationWhen you join one of the eight National Panhellenic Conference sororities at UNT, you also become a member of the Panhellenic

Association. The UNT Panhellenic Association is the umbrella organization for the eight NPC sororities chartered at UNT, and is responsible for organizing activities of mutual concern and interest to all the sororities on campus.

The National Panhellenic Conference, founded in 1902, is the encompassing organization for 26 inter/national women’s fraternities and sororities. Each member group is autonomous as a social, Greek-letter society of college women and alumnae. Members are represented on more than 600 college and university campuses in the United States and Canada and in more than 4,600 alumnae associations, making up more than 4 million sorority women in the world.

The UNT Panhellenic Association is composed of eight national sororities. These sororities have enjoyed a rich history at UNT since 1952. With the university’s continued support, the Panhellenic Association continues to grow and flourish through the efforts of its members.

Panhellenic CreedWe, as Undergraduate Members of women’s fraternities, stand for scholarship, for the guarding of good health, for the

maintenance of fine standards, and for serving, to the best of our ability, our college community. Cooperation for furthering fraternity life, in harmony, with its best possibilities, is the ideal that shall guide our fraternity activities.

We, as Fraternity Women, stand for service through the development of character inspired by the close contact and deep friendship of individual fraternity and Panhellenic life. The opportunity for wide and wise human service, through mutual respect and helpfulness, is the tenet by which we strive to live.

Greek Life Fast Facts Nationally…

National studies conducted annually consistently indicate that students who choose to join Greek-letter organizations experience many positive benefits, including the following:

• Greek students are more likely to stay in college than other students.

• Alumni members achieve success. College graduates who belong to a sorority or fraternity tend to be more financially successful than other college graduates.

• Greek alumni give more money to their alma maters, both more often and in greater quantity than non-Greek alumni.

• Greek students are more active on campus and in community activities. Upon graduation, these members are also more likely to get involved in volunteer and charitable organizations.

• Fraternity and sorority members are significantly more satisfied with their college experience than non-members.

Locally…

• Greek Life has been an integral part of UNT for 60 years (1952).

• In 2011, members of UNT Greek organizations logged 21,152 hours of service to the community.

• In 2011, fraternities and sororities at UNT raised $90,019 for local and national charities.

• The All-New Member Greek GPA was higher than the All-Freshman GPA for 2011.

• Nine of the last twelve Student Body Presidents have been Greek.

• Greek Life at UNT donated $16,986 to UNT scholarships during Greek Week this year.

It’s Greek To MeActive Member: An undergraduate sorority member who has been initiated by her chapter.

Alumna: A sorority member who is no longer a member of a collegiate chapter (plural is alumnae).

Bid: A formal invitation to join a sorority or fraternity.

Chapter: A membership unit of a national or international sorority or fraternity.

Continuous Open Bidding (COB): COB bids may be extended and accepted at any time during the school year other than Formal Recruitment (COB is also referred to as Open Bidding and Informal Membership Recruitment).

Formal Recruitment: A designated membership recruitment period comprised of a series of events hosted by each sorority, scheduled and governed by the Panhellenic Association.

Fraternity: Greek-letter organizations that are characterized by a ritual, badge, and a strong tie of friendship. Informally, women’s fraternities are called sororities.

Greeks: Sorority and fraternity members.

Initiation: The formal ceremony that brings a new member into full membership.

Legacy: A woman whose mother, sister, or in some cases grandmother, is an alumna or active member of a National Panhellenic Conference sorority.

National Panhellenic Conference: NPC is a governing body composed of 26 inter/national women’s fraternities and sororities.

New Member: A woman who has accepted a sorority bid but is not yet an initiated member.

Panhellenic Association: The College Panhellenic Association is a cooperative campus organization of collegiate members of NPC Sororities.

Philanthropy: A service project undertaken by Greek organizations at the campus, community, or national level. Most national organizations have a designated cause to which they serve.

Potential New Member: Any woman interested in becoming a sorority member who is eligible to join according to the Panhellenic Association’s requirements.

Recruitment Counselors (Rho Gammas): Greek women carefully selected and trained to guide potential new members through the formal recruitment process.

Sorority/Women’s Fraternity: A Greek-letter sisterhood.

GREEK ALPHABET

Alpha

Beta

Gamma

Delta

Epsilon

Zeta

Eta

Theta

Iota

Kappa

Lambda

Mu

Nu

Xi

Omicron

Pi

Rho

Sigma

Tau

Upsilon

Phi

Chi

Psi

Omega

Α

Β

Γ

∆

Ε

Ζ

Η

Θ

Ι

Κ

Λ

Μ

Ν

Ξ

Ο

Π

Ρ

Σ

Τ

Υ

Φ

Χ

Ψ

Ω

Friendship & SisterhoodJoining a sorority is the beginning of new experiences. You’ll make new friends and find a home away from home. Sisterhood represents bonds of friendship and unity that last a lifetime. These bonds are not only shared by individual chapter members, but also between chapters around the nation, due to the history and ideals upon which each chapter was founded. Not only will you learn to live with others, but through sharing the same experiences, environment and interests, you will develop a very special closeness to those around you. As friends, you will share your success, happiness, and occasional evenings just relaxing at the chapter facility.

Sisterhood is more than wearing Greek letters and attending chapter meetings and events. It is a feeling and sense of belonging. It is the feeling of being yourself and being respected for your individuality. Sisterhood is the making of friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

Service and PhilanthropyGreek women’s interests and concerns go beyond the confines of campus life. Sororities sponsor a multitude of activities each year

to impact the local community and earn money for special philanthropies or identified projects. Each chapter also donates its time and efforts to a particular project, either locally or nationally.

Each year, the Panhellenic Association fills campus and community needs in its sponsorship and support of such events as clothing drives, canned-food drives, campus and community clean-ups, and more. The ability to give of yourself is one of the most important qualities you can develop or cultivate while part of the Greek community.

ScholarshipAcademic achievement is a significant component of your future success. One primary purpose of the Greek community is to

encourage and develop high scholastic performance among its members. To participate in recruitment, entering freshmen must have a 2.75 GPA from high school. Upperclassmen and students with college credit must have a 2.5 cumulative college GPA.

Greek-letter organizations were founded on principles of successful scholarship. With academics as a priority, the Greek community recognizes the importance of directing students into special scholarship programs. Sororities offer many resources and educational opportunities to facilitate high-quality learning for their members.

Greek life helps you meet the challenge of balancing academics, while gaining the most from your collegiate experience. Additionally, each of the chapters on campus facilitates a scholarship program to assist both new and active members in achieving academic excellence. Numerous Greeks appear on the Dean’s and President’s Lists and belong to honor societies including Order of Omega, Golden Key, and Mortar Board. Many sororities offer scholarships to members in attempts to encourage continued academic success.

Because academics are so heavily stressed within Panhellenic, most sororities on campus maintain grade requirements for selecting new members. Grade requirements are also used to maintain academic success among its members by requiring each member to maintain a certain grade point average throughout her academic career. In relation to the greater UNT community, the all-sorority grade point average is consistently higher than the undergraduate all-women’s average.

Leadership

One of the significant opportunities afforded by Greek membership is leadership development. Sororities are self-governing organizations, giving members numerous leadership possibilities. Each chapter also utilizes a committee structure that allows

you to be involved in all operational aspects of the sorority. Additionally, chapters provide educational programming in such areas as time management, leadership, and communication. Leadership is not only easily attainable through Greek life, but on campus as well. Greek women currently hold leadership positions in the Student Government Association, North Texas 40, New Student Orientation, Eagle Ambassadors, and many other student organizations.

Greek involvement also provides a resource network when seeking employment. Greek alumnae understand the Greek experience of being both a team player and an individual; the desire to excel, both in and out of the classroom; and the commitment to give something back to the community. Greeks often hire Greeks, and in this changing world, it is important to establish relationships with others beyond the boundaries of the university. Through interaction with alumnae, you can begin building bridges.

Campus InvolvementEach year, Greeks participate in a variety of university organizations and events. You will be encouraged by your chapter

to become involved in campus-wide activities. Greek life is a great springboard to such campus involvement as student government, special-interest clubs and organizations, the Panhellenic Association, intramural sports and many others. Greeks are involved in Family Weekend, University Day, Make a Difference Day, The Big Event, and the annual Homecoming parade and festivities.

Striking a balance between academics and social activities is an important part of college life. Involvement in both areas provides a well-rounded collegiate experience, which is an appealing asset to potential employers. Because the university greatly supports the Greek community, it is important that we, as Greek women, give back to our campus by being involved in all that it has to offer.

Chapter HousingSorority members have the opportunity to live in chapter

houses within walking distance of campus. Seven of the eight sororities have live-in chapter houses, one sorority maintains a non-residential lodge. Chapter housing is for upperclassmen, as freshmen are required to live in university residence halls.

Upper class members may have an obligation to live in the sorority house at some point during their collegiate career; however, each sorority establishes its own regulations regarding members living in or out of the chapter house. Potential members should ask each sorority about individual housing requirements. Sorority houses are truly a “home away from home.”

Sorority Finances Belonging to a sorority does carry a certain financial

obligation. The new member semester is generally the most costly, as several one-time fees are incurred, such as recruitment, new membership, initiation, and your membership badge. Semesterly dues may include national and chapter dues, social activity fees, insurance, parlor fees, and Panhellenic dues.

Most chapters require dues to be paid at the beginning of the semester. However, some chapters offer payment plans for women who are unable to pay the entire sum at once. Estimates may be different for women living in the chapter house. Rent is determined by each individual chapter.

In-house member (includes rent for a semester)

Average: $3011

Cost for active member semester

Out-of-house member average: $935.00

Cost for new member semester

Average: $1363

Round One – SaturdayRound one consists of open houses and a relaxed environment. You will wear the Sorority Recruitment t-shirt, provided as a part of your registration. Be sure to indicate your t-shirt size when completing the online registration form. You will receive your shirt at the Recruitment Orientation on Friday, August 31. Shorts or capris are appropriate to wear with the t-shirt. The day is casual and comfortable shoes are recommended, as this is the longest day of recruitment. Dress to your comfort level.

Round Two – SundayRound two consists of house tours. A nice pair of shorts, capris or a sundress is recommended. Wear comfortable shoes and remember it is likely to be hot!

Round Three – Monday (Labor Day)Today is Philanthropy day! You will be learning about each chapter’s philanthropic purpose. Today’s attire is slightly dressier than round two, but you still want to dress comfortably. A pair of nice pants, capris or a sundress is appropriate.

Round Four – TuesdayRound four is Preference Night. This is a very special evening for you and the chapter(s) you visit. The dress for this evening is the most formal of the week. A cocktail or semi-formal dress or skirt is appropriate.

Bid Day – WednesdayCongratulations! Today is the day you officially become part of a chapter. The dress is comfortable and casual like round one. You will receive a t-shirt to wear that your chapter will provide. A shirt (that you can change out of) and comfortable bottoms and shoes are appropriate.

round two attireround one attire round three attire round four attire

2012 Formal Recruitment Attire

Tips: Bring an umbrella, just in case. Be comfortable. Be confident. Ask questions.

2012 Recruitment CounselorsAssistance during the Recruitment process is offered by a group of sorority women specifically selected from each chapter on

campus. We call these women Rho Gammas. They have been selected carefully and are trained for their role as your listener, role model, cheerleader, fashion coordinator, confidant, coach, and friend. They are able to give you advice in all aspects of sorority and campus life. These women are here for you! We encourage you to utilize them as your resource to Greek life on campus.

During the summer, Recruitment Counselors disaffiliate themselves from their own sorority, and work together from a Panhellenic perspective. They have no contact with their sorority affiliation during the week of recruitment, and you will not learn of their affiliation until Bid Day.

Each of you will be a part of a Rho Gamma group led by a Recruitment Counselor. You will travel with this group during round one of Recruitment, and you will meet with this group throughout the week. This is a great time to get to know the girls in your Rho Gamma group and start building friendships!

2012 Sorority RecruitmentAugust 31-September 5

Register online at: greeklife.unt.eduRegistration fee: $50 before August 10. $60 thereafter.

*It is required that you mail nine copies of your high school or college transcripts to:

Office of Greek Life Panhellenic Recruitment1155 Union Circle #305069Denton, Texas 76203-5017

2012 Panhellenic Recruitment ScheduleFRIDAY, AUGUST 31 – ORIENTATION (mandatory)

7pm, University Union Lyceum (3rd level)At this time, you will receive the detailed schedule for the week and your t-shirt for Round One. Orientation will provide you anopportunity to learn even more about the recruitment process. You will not visit chapters on this day, so come casual.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 – ROUND ONERound One is your opportunity to attend an open house for each of the eight sororities. The parties will last 30 minutes each.You will meet your Rho Gamma at 9:45am, prior to the day’s events. Events will conclude around 6:30pm. Bring money for a short lunch break.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 – ROUND TWORound Two is your opportunity to tour the chapter facilities of up to six sororities. Each event will be 45 minutes in length. You will meet your Rho Gamma at 10:00am to start the day. The day will conclude around 6:30pm.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 – ROUND THREERound Three is a day for the sororities to showcase their philanthropies. You will attend a maximum of four parties, each lasting45 minutes. You will meet your Rho Gamma at 10:00am, concluding around 3:45pm.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 – PREFERENCEPreference evening is the most formal round of events. You will attend a maximum of two preference events, each lasting 60minutes. The evening serves as an opportunity to seriously consider which chapter you wish to join. You will meet your Rho Gamma at 6pm to begin the evening.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 – BID NIGHTBid Day is the day that invitations to join are distributed. After receiving bids, new members will join their chapter with their new member class. Later in the evening, a Panhellenic Ceremony will be held at 7:30pm at the Shrader Pavillion to celebrate the new members of our sorority community. Families are welcome.

2012 Sorority RecruitmentAugust 31-September 5

Register online at: greeklife.unt.eduRegistration fee: $50 before August 10. $60 thereafter.

*It is required that you mail nine copies of your high school or college transcripts to:

Office of Greek Life Panhellenic Recruitment1155 Union Circle #305069Denton, Texas 76203-5017

Alpha PhiFounded ............................... Syracuse University, 1872

Original Charter at UNT .................................... 1954

Philanthropy .................Alpha Phi Foundation for CardiacCare and Research

Nickname ..........................................................A-Phi

Symbols ....................................... Ivy Leaf and Phi Bear

Colors .......................................... Silver and Bordeaux

Flower ....................... Lily-of-the-Valley and Forget-Me-Not

Website .................................... www.untalphaphi.com

Founded ......................Wesleyan Female College,1851


Philanthropy ............................Ronald McDonald House

Nickname ..........................................................ADPi

Symbols ........................................... Lion and Diamond

Colors ........................................Azure Blue and White

Flower ...............................................Woodland Violet

Website ..........................................www.untadpi.com

Alpha Delta Pi

Founded .......................... Lewis School for Girls, 1873


Philanthropy ..................................... Service for Sight

Nickname .......................................................... DG

Symbol ..........................................................Anchor

Colors ......................................Bronze, Pink, and Blue

Flower ....................................................Cream Rose

Website ..................................www.northtexasdg.com

Chi OmegaFounded ...........................University of Arkansas, 1895

Original Charter at UNT .....................................1953

Philanthropy ...........................Make-A-Wish Foundation

Nickname ....................................................... Chi-O

Symbols .............................. Owl and Skull/Crossbones

Colors .......................................... Cardinal and Straw

Flower ..............................................White Carnation

Website ................................. www.chiomegaunt.com

Delta Gamma

Kappa DeltaFounded ................................. Longwood College,1897

Original Charter at UNT ...................................... 1954

Philanthropy ....................... Prevent Child Abuse America, Girl Scouts of America, Children’s Hospital of Richmond, VA

and Orthopedic Research AwardsNickname ............................................................. KD

Symbols .................................................. Shell, Dagger

Colors ...............................Olive Green and Pearl White

Flower .......................................................White Rose

Website ..............................................www.untkd.com

Kappa Kappa GammaFounded ............................. Monmouth College, 1870


Philanthropy ...................... RIF: Reading is Fundamental

Nickname ...................................................... Kappa

Symbols ......................................Key, Owl, Fleur-de-Lis

Colors ....................................Light Blue and Dark Blue

Flower .................................................................Iris

Website ........................................... www.untkkg.org

Zeta Tau AlphaFounded ............................... Longwood College,1898

Original Charter at UNT .....................................1953

Philanthropy ....... Breast Cancer Education and Awareness

Nickname ..........................................................Zeta

Symbols .............Five Point Crown, Strawberry and Bunny

Colors .............................Steel Grey and Turquoise Blue

Flower .................................................... White Violet

Website ..............................www.wix.com/northtx/zta

Pi Beta PhiFounded ............................. Monmouth College, 1867


Philanthropy ..... Literacy/Champions are Readers (C.A.R.)

Nickname ......................................................... Pi-Phi

Symbols ............................................Angel and Arrow

Colors ........................................ Wine and Silver Blue

Flower ...............................................Wine Carnation

Website ..................................www.pibetaphi.org/unt

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