Individually Unique, Together Complete ? Σ? Fall Panhellenic Recruitment. Lights, Camera Action

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1 Individually Unique, Together Complete? Σ? Fall 2012 Panhellenic Recruitment Lights, Camera Action

2 Bid Process Rules Every Potential New Member (PNM) must attend at least 2 events to be considered for a bid. We ask that every Potential New Member (PNM) adhere to the following requirements to receive an invitation to the Sorority s Pref (ceremonial) Party: Attend either the Tea Party or Meet the Sisters Attend either Round 1 or Round 2 Must visit each of the three organizations at least once through the rounds process Have picture taken Must wear business attire to the Tea Party and Preference Rules for Active Sisters Cannot promise bids to PNM s Disallow the use of alcohol in membership recruitment and Bid Day activities Active Sisters are forbidden from talking bad about other Sisters and Sororities.

3 Redefining and Reaffirming Sorority Life at Fitchburg State University Fitchburg State National Panhellenic Conference Officer Board President...Kat Martinez Vice President...April Chagnon Treasurer...Ashley Williamson Secretary... Lynn Ekberg Recruitment Director...Lindsey Camuso Parliamentarian...Stacy Thomas The Panhellenic Creed We, as Undergraduate Members of women s fraternities,stand for good scholarship, for guarding of good health for 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. What is Recruitment? Recruitment is a period of three weeks designed for undergraduate women to visit all three sororities. Throughout the different events, you will have the opportunity to speak with members about their sororities and become familiar with their values, ideals, and activities. In order to receive a bid, which is a formal invitation to become a new member of a sorority, you must attend at least one event for each sorority plus another event. This allows you to meet each organization and helps you decide which one is right for you. We encourage all of you to attend as many events as possible so that you, as well as each sorority, can make the best decision.

4 Schedule of Events Thursday, September 6 Rock the Block 3:30 pm, Highland Ave (Rain date: 9/13) Wednesday, September 19 Sorority Tea 4:15 pm, Thompson Hall Foyer/Porch/Quad Monday, September 10 Picture Yourself Greek 11 am 5 pm, Main Quad Thursday, September 20 Recruitment Counselor Night 5:30 pm, Hammond Tower Lounge Wednesday, September 12 Greek; What a Rush 7 9 pm, Hammond Main Lounge Monday, September 24 ROUND #1 5:30 pm, Meet in Thompson Lobby Monday, September 17 Meet the Sisters 7 pm, Hammond Main Lounge Wednesday, September 26 ROUND #2 5:30 pm, Meet in Thompson Lobby Thursday, September 27 Preference Party Invitations Handed out 9am 3pm, Office of Student Development Preference Night 5:30pm, Meet in Hammond G-Lobby Invitation Only (Business/Badge Wear Required) *New Members must attend one of the opening events Meet the Sisters and/or the Sorority Tea along with attending all of one of the Rounds to be considered for bidding. All new members are encouraged to attend all of the events if possible.

5 What is a Recruitment Counselor? A Recruitment Counselor (RC) is the person you will become closest to during the recruitment process. An RC is a sorority woman who is neutral to all three sororities, including her own. Her job is to help you through your recruitment period by answering questions, explaining Greek Life, and helping you with decision making. They will keep all of your questions and comments confidential. They are available for you at any time and are excited to help you through the recruitment process. These women will not only be your guides, but will also become your friends. A Recruitment Counselor can answer questions on Recruitment, Panhellenic, Greek Life, Fitchburg State, and other campus activities. She will also be a shoulder to lean on if your decisions get tough. Remember, RC s are here to help you through the recruitment process, so feel free to communicate with them throughout your recruitment period. Fall 2012 Recruitment Counselors Name Phone Kat Martinez Kmarti43@student.fitchburgstate.edu April Chagnon achagnon@student.fitchburgstate.edu Ashley Williamson Awilli40@student.fitchburgstate.edu Lynn Ekberg Lekberg@student.fitchburgstate.edu Lindsey Camuso lcamuso@student.fitchburgstate.edu Stacey Thomas Sthoma19@student.fitchburgstate.edu Greek Advisor Contact Information Shane Franzen Associate Director, Student Development FSU Greek Advisor (978) sfranzen@fitchburgstate.edu Sorority life at Fitchburg

6 Questions Before joining a sorority, you will have a lot to think about. Each sorority is unique in its own way. Which one is right for you? How do you know? Here are examples of questions we hope will help you with your choice. Questions you should ask each sorority Why did you join a sorority? What do you like best about Greek Life? Can you tell me what costs are involved with being in a sorority? Will I be able to keep my grades up if I join a sorority? What events do you have planned for this semester/year? How long does the new member education program last? What will I have to do as a new member? As an active member? What type of sisterhood events do you typically plan during the semester? How much time do I need to dedicate to the member education program each week? How much time will I need to dedicate to the organization per week if I become a sister? Do you have a payment plan for dues if I cannot afford my dues in a one lump sum? Questions to ask yourself Why do I want to join a sorority? What are the pros and cons of each sorority? Am I able to pay for chapter dues or other expenses? Where do I feel most comfortable? Has the chapter answered all of my questions/given me enough information? Can I be in the sorority of my choice? Will I have the time to give all I want to the sorority of my choice?

7 Breakdown of Dues Sorority New Member Dues Active Member Dues ΣΣΣ New Member Fee Local Dues Badge Fee National Dues Loyalty Fund Fee Liability Insurance National Dues Walton House Legacy Fund Initiation Fee National Convention ΑΣΤ New Member Fee Local Dues Badge Fee National Dues Initiation Fee National Convention Assessment ΦΣΣ New Member Fee Fraternity Dues/Convention Taxes Initiation Fee Local Dues Insurance Average Fees $ $200 *If cost is an issue, talk to the treasurers of the organizations you are interested in to see if a payment plan can be arranged.

8 Greek Glossary Greeks often use terminology related to their activities and membership. Here are some of the terms frequently used in Greek Life. Active: A fully initiated member of a sorority or fraternity. Alumna: A graduated member of a sorority. Badge Wear/Business Attire: Dress that is professional and neat jeans, sweats, t-shirts, or flip flops are not considered badge wear. Bid: A formal invitation to join a Greek organization. Chapter: A local branch of a national organization. Continuous Open Recruitment (COR): A time after formal recruitment when bids may still be extended and accepted. Not all NPC chapters can or will participate in COR. Greek: A fraternity or sorority member who has been inititated into one of the five national Greek Organizations. Initiation: A ceremony during which new members of NPC organizations become active, lifelong members of their organization. Legacy: A person whose parent, grandparent or sibling was or is an active member of a sorority or fraternity. These women are guaranteed an invitation to the Pref Party of their family member s organization. They are not guaranteed a bid during bid night. National Panhellenic Conference (NPC): An umbrella organization for 26 (inter)national women s fraternities and sororities. New Member: A person who has been accepted a bid to an NPC organization but has not been initiated yet. Panhellenic Officers: A group of sorority women who govern, as a unit, the Panhellenic chapters on campus. Philanthropy: An act done or made for humanitarian purposes. Potential New Member (PNM): A student who is not yet part of a Greek organization, but is interested in Greek Life.

9 Preference Night/Pref. Party: When each organization asks a PNM, by invitation only, to join them in a ceremony, then decides which girls to give bids too. Recruitment: Formal process where interested women can learn more about NPC organizations and be asked to join. Recruitment Counselor: An NPC sorority woman who has disassociated (temporarily removed herself from her chapter) in order to guide potential new members through formal sorority recruitment and provide unbiased assistance. Sister: An active member of a sorority. Sorority: A Greek Letter organization for women. Some sororities are officially fraternities; however, most refer to themselves as sororities.

10 ΦΣΣ Phi Sigma Sigma Founded: Colors: Flower: Symbol: Jewel: Motto: Philanthropy: November 26, 1913 at Hunter College King Blue and Gold American Beauty Rose Sphinx Sapphire Diokete Hupsala/Aim High The Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation The National Kidney Foundation The Jimmy Fund

11 ΣΣΣ Sigma Sigma Sigma Founded: Colors: Flower: Symbol: Jewel: Motto: Philanthropy: April 20, 1898 at Longwood College Royal Purple and White Purple Violet Sailboat Pearl Faithful Unto Death The Robbie Page Memorial Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

12 ΑΣΤ Alpha Sigma Tau Founded: Colors: Flower: Symbol: Jewel: Motto: Philanthropy: November 4, 1899 at Michigan State Normal College Emerald Green and Gold Yellow Rose Anchor Pearl Active, Self-Reliant, Trustworthy RAINN Habitat for Humanity Pine Mountain Settlement School

13 Code of Ethics 1. Members should not talk badly about other chapters, sisters/brothers, campus, Panhellenic and/or Greek Council. 2. Members should participate in chapter s community services and philanthropy as well as other campus events. 3. Members should do what is expected of them. 4. Members will not talk inappropriately about other members/sororities. 5. Members will be dressed appropriately and arrive on time to all events for recruitment, meetings, and campus events. 6. Members will not and cannot promise bids. 7. Members will not take Potential New Members (PNMs) off campus or be alone with them on campus. 8. Hazing is not permitted. 9. All PNMs/Collegiates will follow and abide by all state, federal, and local laws. 10. All PNMs will follow and abide by a dry recruitment period and continue a dry pledging period if such PNM is under the legal drinking age of 21.

14 Explanation for Potential New Members (PNMs) Signing the Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA) The Members of the National PanHellenic Conference want every PNM to be informed about her options for joining a sorority. To be certain that each woman has this information, this script must be used immediately prior to the signing of the MRABA. The script may be used for either a two or three preference event schedule. Good evening. You have just completed some of the busiest days of your university career. Now you have the opportunity to make a decision that will broaden your University experience and introduce you to a nationwide network of friends. Please carefully consider the following points as you complete your Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement. 1. Your options when considering your agreement are: a. You may choose NOT to complete an agreement at this time. b. You may choose to list any sorority who s Pref Party (last event) you attended and from whom you are willing to accept an invitation to membership (bid). c. You may choose to list only one preference, but you must understand that this will limit your potential to join any of the other sororities during formal recruitment should you not be placed with your only choice. 2. When you sign this acceptance agreement, you are agreeing to accept an invitation to membership to the sororities that you have listed 3. Once the acceptance agreement has been turned in to the University representative, it can not be altered or changed. Please choose carefully. 4. If you receive and invitation (bid) to membership from a group that you have listed and you choose not to accept it, you may not new member any of the sororities on campus for one calendar year. 5. If you do not receive a bid from any of the sororities that you have listed, you are eligible for continuous open recruitment (COR). You must understand that not all of the sororities will have available spots for new members and you may not receive a bid. Joining a sorority will add a new perspective to your university life. The sorority experience includes opportunities to develop leadership and living-learning skills as well as lifelong friendships and fun. We are confident that you will make the right decision tonight. If you have any questions please see any of the Recruitment Counselors or the Associate Director of Student Development/ Greek Advisor.

15 Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement Name: Campus Address: Cell # ( ) I have participated in the membership recruitment period at Fitchburg State University. By signing this Acceptance Agreement, I understand and agree to the following terms: 1. I am willing to accept an invitation (bid) to membership to any of the women s fraternities that I list on this agreement. 2. I may limit my choices to one or list any woman s fraternity who s Preference Party I attended and from which I am willing to accept a bid from. 3. I cannot change the order of my preferences or add/delete a preference once this Agreement has been submitted to the University Panhellenic Association delegate. 4. Once I sign this Agreement, I am bound by the National Panhellenic Conference calendar year rule. This states that if I receive an invitation to membership (bid) from any group that I have listed and I choose not to accept it, I am ineligible to be pledged by any other sorority on this campus for one calendar year. 5. If I do not receive and invitation to membership (bid) from a group that I have listed, I am eligible for continuous open recruitment (COR). 6. I may choose to not complete an agreement at this time. Signature: Date: I agree to the terms stated above and I am willing to accept an invitation to membership (bid) from any of the following women s fraternities (listed in order of preference): 1st Preference: 2nd Preference: 3rd Preference: h Phi Sigma Sigma h Sigma Sigma Sigma h Alpha Sigma Tau h Phi Sigma Sigma h Sigma Sigma Sigma h Alpha Sigma Tau h Phi Sigma Sigma h Sigma Sigma Sigma h Alpha Sigma Tau Signature: Date:

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