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Table of contents welcome Welcome....................................................................1 Office of Greek life....................................................2 Greek Glossary...........................................................3 FAQ’s.........................................................................4 Vanderbilt Panhellenic Association............................6 Vanderbilt Interfraternity Council...............................7 Vanderbilt National Pan-Hellenic Council..................8 Commitments and Expectations of Greek Life at Vanderbilt ............................................9 Benefits of Greek Life at Vanderbilt.........................10 Panhellenic Recruitment Information.......................12 Panhellenic Contact Rules........................................13 Formal Recruitment Overview..................................14 Recruitment Recommendations................................15 NPHC Membership Intake Information....................17 IFC Recruitment Information....................................18 Sororities Alpha Chi Omega...............................................21 Alpha Delta Pi....................................................22 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.........................23 Alpha Omicron Pi...............................................25 Chi Omega.........................................................26 Delta Delta Delta................................................27 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc...........................28 Kappa Alpha Theta.............................................29 Kappa Delta.......................................................30 Kappa Kappa Gamma.........................................32 Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc..............33 Pi Beta Phi..........................................................34 Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.........................35 Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc.....36 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc...................................37 Zeta Tau Alpha...................................................38 Fraternities Alpha Epsilon Pi..................................................39 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc............................40 Alpha Tau Omega..............................................42 Tower IV Tower III Tower II ALLEY ΚΚΓ ΣΝ ΠΒΦ Beta Theta Pi......................................................44 NPHC ΔΚΕ ΑΤΩ Beta Chi Theta....................................................43 Tower I ΖΤΑ Sororities ΦΚΨ ΔΔΔ Kensington Place ΑΟΠ FIJI ΛΧΑ ΚΔ ALLEY 24 t h Ave nue ΣΑΕ ALLEY 2 5 th Ave n ue ΦΔΘ Church ΣΧ ΧΩ ΑΧΩ ΑΔΠ BSU ΚΣ Vanderbilt Place SCHULMAN CENTER BRANSCOMB Branscomb Quadrangle Kappa Sigma......................................................49 Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc..............................51 ΑΕΠ ΒΘΠ Congratulations on your decision to attend Vanderbilt University! As you start this new and exciting chapter of your life, we urge you to consider both participating in fraternity or sorority recruitment and becoming a part of our Vanderbilt Greek Life. Our Greek community fosters growth, strength, and independence, and we are an integral part of the larger Vanderbilt community. Although each organization is unique in their history, values, rituals, and members, all of our organizations hold the common bond of unity across our councils. We work together to create an enriching and unique Greek experience in which all chapters foster a spirit of Greek pride. With more than 3,000 members representing over 35 Greek organizations, our Greek community is tight-knit and affords many opportunities for involvement and leadership. We encourage participation in multiple types of events: academic, philanthropic, social, service, and brotherhood/sisterhood. We hold our members to the highest of standards and joining a Greek organization will offer you these standards to achieve. We hope that this booklet can help you learn more about our Greek community and answer any of your questions. We encourage you to learn more about our different chapters and councils to see if Vanderbilt Greek Life is a good fit for you. We believe that the Greek community has shaped who we are as individuals, leaders, and members of organizations, and we hope that if you choose to participate in our Greek community, you will experience these benefits as well. Go ‘Dores, and Go Greek! Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc...........................48 Lambda Chi Alpha..............................................50 ΚΑΘ ear New Vanderbilt Students, Delta Lambda Phi...............................................46 Delta Tau Delta Fraternity...................................47 NPHC Fraternities G A R A G E Delta Kappa Epsilon............................................45 D Sarratt 207 Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.............................52 Office of Greek Life Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI).......................................54 Phi Delta Theta...................................................53 Phi Kappa Psi......................................................55 Pi Alpha Phi........................................................56 Sigma Alpha Epsilon...........................................57 Sigma Chi...........................................................58 Sigma Nu...........................................................59 Zeta Beta Tau.....................................................60 Michael Maley, Interfraternity Council President Julie Lapidot, Panhellenic Council President Robb King, National Pan-Hellenic Council President 1 The Office of Greek Life About 46% of Vanderbilt undergraduates are involved in Greek Life. The Office of Greek Life supports the three governing councils for Greek organizations on campus: the Interfraternity Council (IFC), the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), and the Panhellenic Council. These groups coordinate and oversee the activities of the 37 fraternities and sororities at Vanderbilt. Please visit the Greek Life webpage for more information: vanderbilt.edu/greek_life. Six university staff members coordinate the activities of the Office of Greek Life and the three governing councils. They are excellent resources for all questions regarding Greek Life at Vanderbilt, especially membership in the fraternities and sororities. Please feel free to stop by our office, give us a call, or send us an email. We’ll be sure to get back to you and answer any inquiries. Kristin Shorter Director of Greek Life James Crawford Coordinator of Greek Life 2 Anthony Williams Coordinator of Greek Life Samantha Lamere Graduate Assistant Curt Johnston Graduate Assistant Karen Seezen Administrative Assistant Questions? Contact the Office of Greek Life 207 Sarratt (615) 322-2048 Email: [email protected] Web: vanderbilt.edu/greek_life Social Media Facebook: Vanderbilt Greek Life Twitter: @VUGreek Greek Glossary Active: A formally initiated member of a fraternity or sorority Alumni(ae): Fraternity or sorority members who have graduated from college Benefit: Philanthropy events held by Panhellenic sororities. These events are open to the campus community and PNM are welcomed at fall benefits. Bid: A formal invitation to membership in a fraternity or sorority Call: a vocal sound used by members of NPHC and cultural-based organizations to acknowledge one another, be recognized at an informal event, and to show pride in their organizations. Candidate/Aspirant: term used by some NPHC and cultural-based organizations to describe interested students. Chapter: A chartered undergraduate or alumnae group of an inter/national fraternity or sorority COB (Continuous Open Bidding): The period outside of formal recruitment when sorority chapters with membership spaces may extend bids Colony: Status of a new chapter prior to receiving their charter Crossed: term used by NPHC and cultural-based organizations synonymously with “initiated.” Cultural-based Organization: general term used to describe fraternities and sororities that belong to the local IFC or Panhellenic councils but have a historical tie to an ethnic culture (e.g. Beta Chi Theta, Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc., and Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc.). Divine Nine: term used to describe the nine, national NPHC fraternities and sororities. Eight of the nine national organizations are represented at Vanderbilt. Formal Rush: official meeting by which three of four NPHC sororities begin their official membership intake application process. Frat: NPHC term used to refer to their fraternity or a fraternity brother. Gamma Chi: A neutral representative of Panhellenic who temporarily disassociates from her chapter to guide and support potential members through recruitment Greek: A term applied to members affiliated with social fraternal organizations, most of which have Greek letter names Greek Training Camp: A series of mandatory educational workshops and programs for all new members of Greek organizations Grip: secret handshake exchanged by members of the same fraternity or sorority. Informal Recruitment: See COB. Also known as Upper class Recruitment in the fall. IFC: Interfraternity Council, the governing body of the fraternity community Informational/Interest Meeting: meeting for interested students to receive information about and meet members of NPHC and cultural-based organizations. Initiation: A formal ceremony in which new members learn the secrets and ritual of the organization she has been pledging and becomes an active and lifetime member Legacy: The granddaughter, daughter, or sister of an initiated sorority member. Some inter/national organizations recognize additional relations such as step-daughter or step-sister. Line or Ship: term used to describe members of NPHC and cultural-based organizations that were initiated at the same time. Line Brother/Sister (LB or LS): term used by NPHC and cultural-based organizations to refer to individuals on the same line as themselves. Membership Intake: The process that NPHC and cultural-based organizations utilize to select, educate, and initiate new members. The period of membership intake varies, but cannot exceed eight weeks. New Member: A member of a IFC/ Panhellenic fraternity/sorority who is learning the history, traditions, and goals of the organization and has not yet been initiated Neophyte/Neo: a member of the most recent line of an NPHC or cultural-based organization. NPHC: National Pan-Hellenic Council, the governing body for the historically African American fraternities and sororities. Not to be confused with the National Panhellenic Conference, commonly referred to as “Panhellenic”. Panhellenic: A Greek word meaning “All-Greek”; the cooperative organization composed of the chapters of the affiliated sororities on a campus Philanthropy: Charity or cause undertaken by chapters on a campus, community, or national level Plots: small monuments located along West Side Row that show recognition to the history and contribution of NPHC organizations at Vanderbilt. Potential New Member (PNM): Any woman interested in becoming a sorority member Preferential Bidding System: A system used during formal recruitment to match sorority and potential member preferences Probate/New Member Presentation: Event where newly initiated members of an NPHC or cultural-based organization perform step routines, salute, and recite historical information and greetings as their first introduction to campus. Prophyte: An older member of an NPHC or cultural-based organization. A neophyte becomes a prophyte after another line is initiated. Quota: the maximum number each NPC sorority may invite to become members Recommendation: a letter written by alumni/a or other specified members of a fraternity or sorority recommending a potential member for membership. If required by a Panhellenic sorority, it is the sorority’s obligation to secure one for each potential new member. When required by NPHC fraternities and sororities, it is the responsibility of the interested student to secure the required letters. Recruitment: The process by which potential new members are introduced to the Greek community at Vanderbilt and have the opportunity to interact with and get to know sorority members Soror: term used by NPHC and some cultural-based sorority members to refer to a sorority sister. Stroll/Party Hop: A line dance performed by members of NPHC and cultural-based organizations at various social and other informal functions. These dances are reserved for members only. Total: The maximum number of women that can be members in a Panhellenic sorority. Total is determined 10 days into the fall semester and post formal recruitment in the spring semester. Chapters who are under total in the fall may choose to participate in COB/ Informal Recruitment. 3 FAQ’s When can I join a fraternity or sorority? Panhellenic operates on a deferred recruitment process. Formal Panhellenic recruitment occurs in January. Upper class and Transfer students may take part in Informal Recruitment during the fall semester. The Interfraternity Council operates through a deferred joining process. Recruitment activities for me occur throughout the fall semester but men are not eligible to accept a bid until January. Upper class or Transfer males may accept a bid during the fall semester. For the National Pan-Hellenic Chapters the Membership Intake process schedule varies based on chapter. How will I benefit from joining a fraternity or sorority? Sororities and fraternities have a history on campus dating back to before the school’s founding. These organizations are rooted in founding principles that foster academic achievement, student involvement, community service, and life-long friendships. Greek organizations are groups of men and women who come together to form a personal network of individuals with similar ideas, interests, and a mutual pursuit of a well-rounded college education. Advantages include: 4 • A support group to help make the adjustment to college easier. • Scholastic resources to help you achieve their academic goals. • Leadership skills acquired through hands-on experience. • Encouragement to get involved and maximize your potential on campus. • Opportunities for active participation in community service/philanthropic projects. How will joining a Greek organization affect my academic pursuits? Sororities and fraternities serve as a great resource for students academically, through study hours and tutoring programs. Most chapters require a high grade point average for initial membership into the organization. The minimum GPA required to participate in Greek recruitment is a 2.5 for IFC chapters, a 2.5 for Panhellenic chapters, and varies by organization for NPHC chapters. What are the social aspects of fraternity and sorority membership? Because the Greek community at Vanderbilt contributes to the social activity on campus, it has taken great strides toward creating a responsible and safe environment for its members. All fraternities and sororities have strict policies regulating the consumption of alcohol for underage members and guests. Organizations work closely with the Greek Life staff to conduct safe social activities. All Greek organizations are held accountable to the Vanderbilt Alcohol Policy and Tennessee State Laws. What is the financial obligation? Like any opportunity for involvement in college, there is a financial commitment associated with joining a fraternity or sorority. The costs go toward the Inter/National fees, chapter operating expenses, and social functions. Financial obligations differ among individual chapters. New members can expect to pay higher dues their first semester than in subsequent ones for one time initiation fees. Active member dues range from: • IFC Men: $800 – $1,400 per semester • Panhellenic Women: $700 – $1,400 per semester • NPHC Men & Women: $50 – $350 per semester Additional costs throughout the semester will go toward chapter meal plans, pictures, gifts, t-shirts, etc. There are payment plans available for students, as well as scholarships within the individual chapters. The Panhellenic and IFC Councils also offer a limited number of scholarships to students each semester. While you are participating in the recruitment process, make sure that you ask about the financial obligations of membership. Many of the chapters have listed their dues in their sections throughout this book. Is hazing a part of the Greek culture at Vanderbilt? Vanderbilt University has a zero-tolerance policy regarding hazing that is consistent with Tennessee state law. Hazing includes any activity that subjects members to harassment, ridicule, intimidation, physical exhaustion, abuse, or mental distress. Hazing is contrary to the purposes of the Greek community and the University. Hazing is not tolerated. If you are asked or told to participate in inappropriate activities, you should report it immediately. You can contact the Office of Greek Life, submit a form through the online reporting system on our website: www.vanderbilt.edu/greek_life or you can call an anonymous Hazing Hotline, 615-343-STOP. Anyone may call at any time to report acts of hazing or even suspicion of hazing activities occurring in the campus and/or Nashville community. Who is actually in charge of the fraternities and sororities? Individual chapters elect officers to manage the day-to-day operations of the organization. These officers are assisted by alumni who act as advisors. Each chapter is also responsible to their International organization, which offers support, advice, and direction through paid professional staff and regional volunteers. At VU, three Greek Advisors are on staff and serve as the primary contacts for the Greek community. All of our Panhellenic sorority houses and two of our IFC fraternity houses has a live-in House Director hired by the organization to manage the day-to-day housing operations. Where will I live as a fraternity/sorority member? Ten of the twelve Panhellenic Council chapters are housed in the Greek area while Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. and Sigma Lambda Gamma do not have on-campus housing. Our NPHC chapters each have a representative that lives in either the NPHC Fraternity or Sorority House located on West Side Row. Twelve of the IFC chapters have houses in the Greek area. Each residence houses six chapter members who are typically in chapter leadership roles. The chapters hold an internal process to select the members who will live in the chapter facility. Non-residents do have access to the chapter house. All other chapter members are free to participate in the University housing process to secure on-campus housing in one of our residence halls or pursue off-campus living in the Nashville community. 5 Vanderbilt Panhellenic Association Panhellenic life at Vanderbilt is thriving and we encourage you to take the opportunity to read on and learn about what makes going Greek a great decision! Joining a sorority is a life changing experience that helps undergraduate women form lifelong friendships and become more involved on campus. The Vanderbilt University Panhellenic Council is the governing organization for the ten National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sororities, as well as Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. and Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. The Panhellenic Council is responsible for organizing activities of mutual concern and interest to all Panhellenic sororities on campus. Chapters: Alpha Chi Omega Alpha Delta Pi Alpha Omicron Pi Chi Omega Delta Delta Delta Kappa Alpha Theta Kappa Delta Kappa Kappa Gamma Pi Beta Phi Zeta Tau Alpha The Interfraternity Council, commonly known as IFC, takes charge of and preserves the high standards of its 15 member fraternities on this campus. IFC consists of many chapters who are members of the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC), including one South Asian fraternity, Beta Chi Theta, and also includes one fraternity for gay, bisexual, and progressive men, Delta Lambda Phi. The Interfraternity Council promotes the interests of fraternities in general and insures cooperation among the different fraternities on campus. The purpose of this organization is to develop and maintain fraternity life and interfraternal relationships. Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 6 Panhellenic Council Executive Board The Panhellenic Council Executive Board is a group of eight women representing the Panhellenic sororities on Vanderbilt’s campus. These women disaffiliate from their chapters to objectively serve the wider Panhellenic community. They meet weekly to discuss issues prevalent to the Greek Community. These officers are also responsible for managing the formal recruitment process; they will be available to answer any questions that you may have about fraternity/sorority life at Vanderbilt. The following women are the members of the Panhellenic Council Executive Board: Vanderbilt Interfraternity Council Connect: Facebook: Vanderbilt Panhellenic Council Twitter: @VUPanhellenic Pinterest: Vanderbilt Panhellenic AnchorLink: Panhellenic Executive Board Instagram: vupanhellenic Julie Lapidot, President Katherine LaViscount, Vice President of Recruitment Erica Tsai, Director of Programming Mara Rivera, Director of Administration Chandler Bair, Director of Gamma Chis Leslye Barth, New Member Educator/Rising VP Recruitment Danielle Bertiger, Director of Public Relations Rachael Haley, Director of Council Affairs ** Pi Alpha Phi and Zeta Beta Tau will be joining the Vanderbilt Greek community during the 2013-2014 academic year Chapters: Alpha Epsilon Pi Alpha Tau Omega Beta Chi Theta Beta Theta Pi Delta Kappa Epsilon Delta Lambda Phi Delta Tau Delta Kappa Sigma Lambda Chi Alpha Phi Delta Theta Phi Gamma Delta Phi Kappa Psi Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Chi Sigma Nu Interfraternity Council Executive Board The IFC Executive Board is a group of nine men representing the IFC chapters on Vanderbilt’s campus. Officers are selected by an application and election process. These students work together to objectively govern the IFC Community as well as provide collaborative programming opportunities for the council and the broader campus community. They meet weekly to discuss issues prevalent to the Greek community. They are available to answer any questions that you may have about IFC at Vanderbilt. The following men are the members of the IFC Executive Board: President: Mike Maley Vice President: Tyler Stanley Attorney General: John Ratliff Secretary/Treasurer: John Tucker Sigalos Recruitment Chair: Christian Alford Activities: Sam Greenwald New Member Education: Scott Feder Community Service/Philanthropy: Ryan Nolan Housing: Nick Elder Connect: AnchorLink: vanderbilt. collegiatelink.net/ organization/ifc Twitter: @theifc_vu 7 Vanderbilt National Pan-Hellenic Council Chapters: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority, Inc. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. National Pan-Hellenic Council Executive Board 8 The National Pan-Hellenic Council Executive Board is a group of seven men and women representing the NPHC chapters on Vanderbilt’s campus. Officers are selected based on rotation ensuring that every chapter has representation on the council. These students work together to objectively govern the NPHC Community as well as provide collaborative programming opportunities for the council and the broader campus community. They meet weekly to discuss issues prevalent to the Greek Community. They are available to answer any questions that you may have about NPHC at Vanderbilt. The following men and women are the members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council Executive Board: President: Robb King Vice President: Cierra Lockett Secretary: Nicole Fields Treasurer: Ahram Feigenbaum Parliamentarian: Oshane McCrae Director of Programming: Tariq Simpkons Director of Academics: Khadijah Owens Connect: Facebook: VandyNPHC Twitter: @Vandy_NPHC AnchorLink: National Pan-Hellenic Council Commitments and Expectations of Greek Life at Vanderbilt Sororities/Fraternities offer their members significant benefits, but they also expect a great deal of their members. There are time and financial commitments, as well as academic and social expectations. Being a chapter member is a significant time commitment. As a new member, you will be expected to attend weekly meetings, community service projects, sisterhood/brotherhood events, and social events. Similar expectations continue in the chapter throughout your time as an undergraduate member. The financial commitment of membership can seem overwhelming at first. Each chapter determines dues payments. Most chapters use chapter dues to cover the costs of chapter activities, council and national dues, house maintenance (if applicable), social functions, chapter dinner, and paraphernalia. There are usually some additional out-of-pocket expenses. There are a very limited number of scholarship opportunities available from the chapter and the governing councils. Most chapter scholarships are only available to initiated members therefore new members are not eligible for these awards. Many of our chapters offer payment plans. The finances of Greek life should be a serious conversation that you have with your parent(s)/guardian(s) before signing up for the recruitment/ intake process. We do have students who work jobs on/off campus to pay their you can count on your sisters/ brothers. chapter dues. You will be provided with detailed financial information for each Panhellenic and IFC chapter during the fall semester. NPHC chapters will disclose this information if you choose to attend their respective information sessions/Rush meetings. The first semester is often the most expensive semester. Sororities/Fraternities are values-based organizations and there is also an expectation that you will uphold those values. You must understand that from the day you accept your bid or cross over into your organization until long after graduation you are always wearing your letters. You represent your chapter and the entire Greek community in the classroom, on the playing field, and even on the dance floor. While being in a sorority/fraternity will be only one of your commitments at Vanderbilt, you should make it a priority. Your Greek experience will be what you make of it—the more you put in to it, the more you will get out of it! But always remember that you are a Vanderbilt student first. Your chapter commitments should not get in the way of your academic schedule. Your brothers/sisters will expect you to maintain a high level of academic achievement. 9 Benefits of Greek Life at Vanderbilt Leadership Greeks are leaders both within their organizations and across campus. Chapter officers coordinate meetings, service projects, and social events. Many of these programs entail large budgets and involve hundreds of people. The councils and the chapters additionally provide educational programming in areas such as time management, leadership, communication, and other useful topics. At Vanderbilt, the leaders of many campus-wide organizations are members of Greek organizations. Currently Greeks are well represented in leadership positions within Vanderbilt Student Government, VUcept and Vanderbilt Visions, Vanderbuddies, Multicultural Leadership Council, Alternative Spring Break, Honor Council, Dance Marathon, and many other organizations on campus. The leadership experience of the older members of your organization is an asset that you should seek out – your sisters/brothers can help you take advantage of all the opportunities that Vanderbilt provides. Your chapter will encourage you to become involved in additional activities. 10 Service and Philanthropy Sisterhood & Brotherhood Scholarship Sisterhood/Brotherhood is more than T-shirts/ jackets, meetings, and socials. Sisterhood/ Brotherhood offers a sense of belonging, the feeling of great friends respecting you for your individuality, the feeling of knowing that you can count on your sisters/brothers in the good times as well as in the bad. Membership in a fraternity/sorority does not end with graduation, but is a lifelong commitment. Your chapter is a home away from home, presenting members with venues to socialize in, networks of support of older members, and countless opportunities to make new friends. Vanderbilt is one of the premier collegiate institutions in the country, and Greeks at Vanderbilt do their part to strive for academic excellence. Above all, Greeks are students. Our chapters recognize the importance of good scholarship, with each organization maintaining standards that their members must maintain. The governing councils and individual sororities sponsor programs aimed at maintaining these high standards; some of these include academic incentives, tutoring, study hours, and faculty relations programming. The interests and concerns of Greeks go well beyond the confines of their individual chapters and campus life. Chapters sponsor numerous activities each year that benefit the local community including events that raise money for their individual charities and agencies. Each year the community raises tens of thousands of dollars for the chapters’ various philanthropies. Many Greek men and women volunteer their time in various local programs such the Children’s Hospital, Alternative Spring Break, Habitat for Humanity, and tutoring projects, among many others. As a member, your chapter will expect you to engage in a certain number of service hours every year. This expectation ensures that the founding value of commitment to community remains strong and lasting. As a fantastic display of their commitment to the Nashville community our students held the Inaugural Greek Week of Service last October. Hundreds of Vanderbilt Greeks went out into the community and offered their help to multiple community agencies including Youth Encouragement Services, the Ronald McDonald House, and Second Harvest. Community Vanderbilt has a vibrant sense of community between the various chapters, which strengthens the integrity of Greek life. The camaraderie of the community is apparent in many ways, from joint benefits and socials to the individual friendships that exist between members of different organizations. Our Tri-Council Circle initiative has been in effect for five years and brings together chapters from each council to engage in campus events. Social Activities Membership in a Greek organization offers a variety of social opportunities. Panhellenic sororities typically host parties each semester at venues around Nashville; they do not have parties in their chapter houses. These parties include formals and semi-formals, in addition to fun themed events such as 80s prom, fiesta, and ranch parties. Our IFC chapters host regular social events in the Greek Area and our NPHC chapters host events in the Student Life Center that are often open to the Nashville community. Most of our groups also host other social events like dinners, special catered lunches, desserts at the house, movie nights, and other events for members to socialize with each other and their guests. The Greek community contributes a great deal to the social activity on campus and is always taking steps toward creating a responsible and safe environment for everyone. 11 Panhellenic Recruitment Information The Panhellenic Council is responsible for ensuring a fair and ethical recruitment process for both potential new members and for all Panhellenic chapters. As such, a Recruitment Code of Ethics and Recruitment Rules are voted upon each year by the members of the Panhellenic community. These guidelines are in place to ensure that each of our chapters treats all potential members and each other with respect and dignity. Below are the specific guidelines that pertain to potential new members and how they should expect to be treated by sorority women. 12 The National Panhellenic Conference believes that normal, social contacts should not be disrupted in the case of longstanding friendships by prohibiting all contacts between sorority women and potential [members]. Normal contact includes relatives, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. However, each sorority is charged with the responsibility of seeing that unfair advantage is not taken of such contacts. In addition, a chapter member, alumna member, or anyone acting on a sorority’s behalf shall not imply the assurance of an invitation or a bid to pledge their organization to any potential member or her family. Recruitment registration deadline October 29, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. Recruitment Eligibility Requirements Vanderbilt University requires that potential members earn at least a 2.5 GPA for 12 or more credit hours carried during the fall semester. Individual chapters may have higher GPA requirements. Therefore, the Panhellenic Council strongly recommends that each potential new member strive for the highest GPA consistent with her ability during the fall semester. Transfer students are eligible to participate in continuous open bidding or formal recruitment as long as they have completed 12 credit hours at their previous university. No woman who is on disciplinary probation the semester prior or at the time of recruitment may participate in recruitment activities, including accepting a bid from a sorority. A woman must pay the recruitment registration fee of $50.00. She may pay this at the recruitment registration meeting on September 22nd or in the Office of Greek Life by cash or check. All checks should be made out to Vanderbilt University. In order for the chapters and the Office of Greek Life to be able to access PNM’s grades she must also complete the Release of Information Consent Card. This may also be completed at the recruitment registration meeting on at the Office of Greek Life. The final step in the Panhellenic Formal Recruitment Registration is to complete the online form. Information about this website will be disseminated at the Recruitment Registration Meeting on September 22nd. All steps of the process must be completed by October 29th. Panhellenic Contact Rules Potential members may not enter the residence of an active sorority member except during recruitment events, including continuous open bidding. Sorority members may NOT spend money on potential members, nor give or accept gifts from potential members. This includes but is not limited to food, rides, and photos. Prearranged meetings between sorority members and potential members are not permitted. These include but are not limited to: lunch dates, dinner dates, meeting downtown, etc. Intentionally separating a potential member and engaging in inappropriate, intimidating conversation, and/or being in a situation where there are four or more active members in the same sorority with one potential member is considered hotboxing and is not permitted. The distribution of alcohol, drugs, and fake IDs in a public or private setting is strictly prohibited. Men may not wear recruitment t-shirts nor deliver mail to or from a potential member. The following NPC Manual of Information’s Unanimous Agreements are of utmost importance and regulate all Vanderbilt University Panhellenic recruitment activities: It is in accord with the dignity and good manners of fraternity women: to avoid disparaging remarks about any fraternity or college woman; to create friendly relations between fraternity and nonfraternity women; to avoid negative publicity on Panhellenic matters. Each College Panhellenic Association shall prohibit the use of alcoholic beverages in membership recruitment and Bid Day activities. Each College Panhellenic Association shall prohibit the participation of men in recruitment and Bid Day activities. All members, including alumnae and new members, shall be bound by College Panhellenic Association rules governing membership recruitment. 13 Formal Recruitment Overview Schedule of Events: Panhellenic Recruitment Registration/ Information Meeting Sunday, September 22, 2013 @ 2:00 pm, SLC Ballrooms Recruitment registration is an open meeting for potential members to gain information about the sorority recruitment process and to register to participate in recruitment. This meeting will give you the opportunity to complete the following 2 out of 3 mandatory steps in the recruitment registration process. Panhellenic Preview Day Saturday, November 2, 2013 During Panhellenic Preview Day, the individual sororities including Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. and Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc., host open houses. Potential members will attend these events with their Gamma Chi groups. The open houses provide potential members the opportunity to familiarize themselves with how the formal recruitment process will work in January. These sessions are not mandatory but are strongly encouraged. Potential members should use them to gain information about the individual sororities and to meet people. 1 14 2 3 Pay the $50.00 registration fee by cash or check. Make all checks payable to Vanderbilt University. If you are certain that you would like to participate in the process please bring your payment with you to the meeting. Sign the Release of Information Consent Card. We will provide the cards and the pens. The third step is that of completing the online registration form. At this meeting the link will be provided for the registration site and PNM can find the form by viewing the Office of Greek Life Website. Interested members are strongly encouraged to attend this meeting and to register for recruitment as early as possible, so that they may be assigned a Gamma Chi and receive recruitment updates. Remember, the recruitment registration deadline is October 29th at 5 pm. Recruitment Registration Deadline October 29, 2013—all steps of the registration process must be complete by this date. The Office of Greek Life located in Sarratt 207 is open MondayFriday from 9am-5pm. Remember, two out of three steps can be completed at the Panhellenic Recruitment Registration/Information Meeting on September 22nd. Recruitment 101 Tuesday, December 3, 2013 @ 6:00 pm in the Student Life Center Recruitment 101 is a meeting held before Winter Break, during which the Panhellenic Council Executive Board will share their own recruitment experiences and be available to answer questions and offer advice. Information about the formal process and appropriate clothing options will be covered to ensure that potential new members are prepared upon their return to campus in January. Pre-Recruitment Meeting Sunday, January 5, 2014 in Sarratt Cinema at 6:00 pm or 7:00 pm This brief meeting will welcome potential new members back to campus. You will receive detailed information about the schedule of activities for the week, recruitment logistics, and general guidelines. You will come with your Gamma Chi group to your assigned session. Gamma Chis and Panhellenic Executive Board officers will be able to address any questions. Display Round Saturday, January 11, 2014 The first round of formal recruitment is a Display Round in which each sorority will have the opportunity to share its mission and values with the potential members. Participants will visit all ten chapters in events that last for 20 minutes. Display Round is the most relaxed round of recruitment. Be prepared for similar conversations at each chapter. In some events you will be sitting on the floor so please take that into account as you choose your outfit. Skipping any round of formal recruitment is grounds for dismissal, at the discretion of the Panhellenic Executive Board. Philanthropy Round Sunday, January 12, 2014 Philanthropy Round is the second opportunity during formal recruitment for potential members to meet sorority members while learning about the sorority’s philanthropy and possibly making a craft that will be donated to an area charity. Participants may be invited up to a maximum of seven chapters, but some potential members will attend fewer parties. Your Gamma Chi will provide you with your event schedule in the morning. These events last 25 minutes and dress is similar to that of Display Round. Entertainment Round Friday, January 17, 2014 During the third round of formal recruitment, Entertainment Round, the sorority members “entertain” the potential members with dances, skits, and songs. Potential members continue to meet more members and learn about the sororities. Please remember that the sororities are expressing their personalities through their skits. Participants may be invited up to a maximum five chapters that last 40 minutes, but some potential members will attend fewer parties. Suggested dress is dressy casual. Preference Round Meeting Saturday, January 18, 2014 All potential members invited to any sorority’s preference night round must attend the meeting held on Saturday afternoon. Specifics about preference ceremonies and bid day activities will be given to help potential new members better understand this part of the recruitment process. Preference Round Saturday, January 18, 2014 The last round of recruitment, Preference Night, is a sentimental ceremony in which the sorority members demonstrate to the potential members their bonds of sisterhood and what their sorority truly means to them. Potential members are included in the chapters’ preference ceremonies. Participants should use this night to help make their own decision concerning which sorority makes you feel the most comfortable. Participants may be invited up to a maximum of three chapters that will last up to 40 minutes, but some potential members will attend fewer parties. Suggested dress is tasteful cocktail. 15 Alpha Chi Omega Betsy Thorne 2414 Vanderbilt Place Nashville, TN 37212 Alpha Delta Pi Kathryn Reddic 2410 Vanderbilt Place Nashville, TN 37212 Alpha Omicron Pi Alyssa Nordstrom 2415 Kensington Place Nashville, TN 37212 16 Chi Omega Leigh Ann Pepin 516 Leslie Ann Ct Hermitage, TN 37076 Delta Delta Delta Virginia Quinn 120 24th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37235 Kappa Alpha Theta Curry Clements 204 24th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37212 Kappa Delta c/o Meghan Pursley 203 24th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37235 Kappa Kappa Gamma Laura Henni 2416 Kensington Place Nashville, TN 37212 Pi Beta Phi c/o Margaux Kenwood 2408 Kensington Place Nashville, TN, 37235 Zeta Tau Alpha Melena Mendive 118 24th Ave South Nashville, TN 37235 Preference Card Signing Saturday, January 18, 2014 After attending the last preference round ceremony, potential members will go directly to sign their preference cards in Sarratt Cinema. Signing a preference card is a personal decision and one that each potential member must make as an individual. When a potential member decides to sign a preference card, she is designating that she will accept an invitation from the sororities that she lists. Rejecting an invitation makes the potential member ineligible to participate in recruitment activities for one calendar year. Bid Day Sunday, January 19, 2014 New members will meet at the Student Life Center to receive their invitation (bid) and they will participate in a Panhellenic ceremony with their Gamma Chi. After receiving their bids, new members will attend bid day activities such as bowling, laser tag, or other events with their fellow new members. They will be greeted by their new sisters, and activities will last throughout the day so new members can get to know their new chapter members. Recruitment Lounge The Panhellenic Council will set up a “lounge” area in the Student Life Center for potential new members to use during the formal recruitment process. This Recruitment Lounge will be a safe place for participants to relax between parties, grab a snack, hang out, and have any questions answered by Panhellenic officers or Gamma Chi. Emergency Preparedness Winter weather in Nashville can be unpredictable. Should severe wind, snow or rain occur, potential new members must be accessible through their phone or by email in order to receive information and updates from the Office of Greek Life, Panhellenic officers, or their Gamma Chi. Gamma Chi A Gamma Chi is an upper class member of a sorority who is disassociated from her particular chapter. She has been selected to serve as a counselor to potential members during the fall semester and throughout the formal recruitment process. Gamma Chis are assigned to individual residence halls to serve as a resource for women interested in joining the Panhellenic community. GCs will hold regular meetings, get together for activities, and always be there to answer questions. The Gamma Chi program has been designed by Panhellenic to provide support to potential members before, during, and after the recruitment process, by addressing all questions and concerns. Gamma Chis are a valuable resource and will serve as mentors and guides throughout the Formal Recruitment process. Potential sorority members will have the chance to meet with Gamma Chi on a regular basis to ask questions and socialize with other women participating in the recruitment process. It is important to meet with and get to know the Gamma Chi – they will be your best resources during recruitment. For more information on the Gamma Chi program, contact Chandler Bair, Director of Gamma Chis, at [email protected]. Recruitment Recommendations A recommendation serves as a letter of introduction of a potential new member to a sorority in order to help the sorority members become acquainted with her before recruitment begins. Sororities appreciate and use this information to assist in their recruitment process. Some sororities may require a recommendation from an alumnae member of that sorority before that sorority may extend a bid to that woman. However, it is the responsibility of the sorority to obtain a recommendation if one is needed. Should alumnae offer to write recommendations, they should send those letters directly to the individual sorority contacts at the address at right. NPHC Membership Intake Information Undergraduate students who wish to affiliate with NPHC chapters must meet specific membership qualifications. These standards include academic achievement (2.5 – 3.0 GPA depending upon the organization), community service, and good character. Students who are on disciplinary probation may not participate in an intake process. Such requirements are designed to promote the building of strong and effective chapters. Each affiliate organization shall implement its own membership intake process. To learn more about NPHC organizations, interested students are encouraged to research the individual organization and chapter websites as well as attend various events hosted by NPHC organizations on campus. The NPHC chapters on Vanderbilt’s campus have a history of almost three decades and seek to continue the traditions of excellence and involvement with campus life. The fall semester is limited to upper class students who meet the requirements of the organization they wish to join. The spring semester is designated for upper class and freshmen students. Alpha Kappa Alpha, Zeta Phi Beta, & Sigma Gamma Rho sororities and Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, & Phi Beta Sigma fraternities may induct freshmen during their second semester. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority may induct students of sophomore standing or higher. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity accepts members of second semester sophomore standing or higher, who have achieved 36 credit hours or more. NPHC chapters will advertise their membership intake process through fliers labeled “Interest Meeting, Informational, Rush Tea or Meet N’ Greet”, which all students are welcome to attend to express interest in and learn more about an organization. Important Dates: ALL students wishing to seek membership in an NPHC chapter MUST attend one of the Membership Intake Seminars offered by the Office of Greek Life. At this seminar, Greek Life staff will provide vital information to assist students in their membership pursuits such as application preparation, how to connect with chapters, relevant campus resources, information regarding financial obligations, and expectations and responsibilities of all NPHC members. Any student that has not attended one of the Membership Intake Seminars at the time of application/invitation to an NPHC chapter will NOT be allowed to join. It is recommended that any student that may be interested in joining an NPHC chapter attend a Membership Intake Seminar as early as possible and do not wait until the membership intake process is publicized by their chosen organization. Students only have to attend one seminar during their time at Vanderbilt. For example, if a student attends a seminar as a first-semester freshmen but does not apply for membership until sophomore year, he or she will have fulfilled the requirement and be eligible to join. The Membership Intake Seminars will be offered on the dates listed below: Thursday, September 26 Wednesday, October 16 Tuesday, November 12 Wednesday, January 15 Thursday, February 6 Tuesday, March 11 NPHC Back 2 School Events: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc & Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc : Wednesday, August 21st Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.: Friday, August 23rd Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.: Sunday, August 25th Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: Monday, August 26th Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. & Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.: Friday, August 30th Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.: Saturday, August 31st More detailed event information will be publicized by the chapters and council during the first week of school. All Membership Intake Seminars will be held in the Sarratt Student Center – Room 363 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Greek Life Information Fair: August 20th on Commons Lawn from 2:30-4:00 pm Greek Mystique: September 17th at 6:00 pm in The Commons Center Multipurpose Room 17 IFC Recruitment Information Please bring $20.00 in cash or a check made Membership Eligibility: 1 out to Vanderbilt University to pay your In order to be eligible to join an IFC fraternity, men must have at least a 2.5 grade point average and have completed at least 12 credit hours. In addition, potential members must have completed 3 hours of community service with a fraternity. A potential member can participate in service events to meet this requirement with any fraternity; it does not need to be the chapter that he ultimately ends up joining. 18 In addition, students are not eligible to join a Greek organization if they are placed on disciplinary probation. Students can be placed on disciplinary probation for violations of state law and university policy, including but not limited to underage consumption of alcohol, intoxication, possession or use of fake identification, fighting or drug usage. As such, men interested in joining should conduct themselves in a respectable manner and make responsible personal decisions so that their behavior does not prevent them from joining a Greek organization Important Events to Attend: IFC Open Dores Sunday, August 25th 2:00 – 6:00 pm (date subject to change) Potential new members will learn more about the IFC recruitment process including tips on how to have a successful recruitment experience from chapter recruitment chairs. After, potential new members will be able to travel to each of the chapter facilities or designated campus rooms for informal open houses. This event will educate potential members about recruitment and will enable potential members to meet brothers from each chapter. This is a mandatory event during which you will have the opportunity to register for fraternity recruitment. registration fee. We DO NOT take debit/credit or Commodore Cards. 2 At the event you will complete the Release of Information Consent Card so that we can check your grade eligibility for membership. 3 4 During the event you will also complete the on-line registration process. Interested men should plan to attend the event for the entire time (2:00 – 6:00 pm) to ensure they can meet each chapter. Individual Chapter Recruitment Activities Throughout the fall, each chapter will host individual chapter recruitment events including sporting events, meals, service and social activities in large and small group settings. These events help both the potential members and chapter members to get to know each other better and narrow down their options during the recruitment process. While some of these events will be open, some will be invitation only. Potential new members are encouraged to attend these informal recruitment events as their schedule allows, remembering that academics should always come first. Keep an open mind about all fraternities. Final Selection Round Friday, January 10, 2014 Potential new members will receive invitations to attend a final event at the chapter that are still considering them for membership and check in with the IFC to ensure they have completed all of their eligibility requirements. After visiting the chapters, potential new members will make their final selections, ranking the chapters in order that they would accept a bid should it be extended to him. Chapters will also be completing final selections regarding membership invitations at this time. Bid Night Saturday, January 11, 2014 Potential new members will come to Sarratt to receive their bid and then they go to their respective locations to be welcomed as new members within the chapter. Tips for Success: • Recruitment is about relationship building. Meet as many fraternity members as your schedule will allow during the fall semester. • Give all of our chapters a chance. “Putting your eggs all in one basket” will severely limit your chances of membership. Each group has its own character, but all have similar programs and activities. They all encourage academic achievement, community service, social activities, leadership development and strong friendships. • Be mindful of your grades and course schedule. A 2.5 does not seem like a very high GPA at this point but we do have students who struggle with the academic transition to Vanderbilt. Practice effective study skills and seek assistance from your peers and professors. Remember that you are no longer in high school. Our 12 credit minimum is also quite important and we do have men who must withdraw from a course or “take a W” due to less than stellar academic performance. • Don’t feel obligated to attend all of the weekly recruitment events that you might be invited to – overextending yourself may result in a lower GPA. • Get your service hours done early in the semester. Chapters will have a variety of events available for you to participate in throughout the fall semester. You can complete service with any chapter(s). • You will interact with fraternity men a variety of situations – class, intramurals, social functions, other student organizations, etc. Just as you will be observing their behavior, they will be observing yours. Be mindful of your decisions and act respectably. • Think about your behavior. Disciplinary probation means not being able to join a fraternity. Keep that in mind as you experience your first semester of college. You can have fun without ending up on probation. • Do your homework. Be mindful of the history of each organization that you are considering. National organization websites and www.vanderbilt.edu/ greek_life can provide information about awards, recognition, and the standing of the organization at Vanderbilt. It is important for you to know about the values of the organization and what it means to be a member of the organization. For more membership information please contact the students listed on each of the chapter pages. 19 Greek Awards: 2012-Alpha Chi Omega National Council Trophy 2012-Financial Management 2012-Chapter Management 2013-Outstanding Community Servant, Allie O’Neil Connect: Facebook: Vanderbilt Alpha Chi Omega Twitter: @vandyalphachi Website: vandyaxo.com Dues: Active Members: $892 New Members: $1,352 20 Alpha Chi Omega Founded in 1982, the Vanderbilt chapter of Alpha Chi Omega just celebrated 30 years on campus. Through their shared values of leadership, service, and academic excellence, Alpha Chi Omegas form a strong sisterhood. From the soccer field to the theatre, Alpha Chis can be found everywhere on campus. The chapter is home to VUceptors, Alternative Spring Break site leaders, varsity athletes, ROTC members and sisters involved in over 50 other campus organizations. Through our annual events, Alpha Chi Unplugged and Volley Against Violence, we have raised thousands of dollars in support of Alpha Chi Omega’s national philanthropy, Domestic Violence Awareness. As a chapter, our local efforts benefit the YWCA, assisting victims of domestic violence get back on their feet. Members of Alpha Chi value sisterhood and social life, and love to attend theme parties, formals, and sporting events together. Whether studying together at the house, exploring the Nashville area, or eating dinner together at chapter, Alpha Chi Omegas love to support each other and have fun while living up to their motto, “Together let us seek the heights.” In 2012, our chapter was awarded the National Council Trophy, the highest honor given by Alpha Chi Omega and marks the best chapter in the country. In striving to be the best, nationally and on Vanderbilt’s campus, Alpha Chi Omega is committed to cultivating Real.Strong.Women. 21 Alpha Delta Pi 22 First. Finest. Forever. Founded in 1851, Alpha Delta Pi was the first secret society established for women. ADPi sisters are everywhere on Vanderbilt’s campus, holding leadership positions in a wide variety of clubs and activities such as VUcept, Relay for Life, Dance Marathon, Tour Guides, Vanderbilt Cheerleading, Pencil Projects, Momentum, and Alternative Spring Break. We pride ourselves on our national philanthropy, the Ronald McDonald House (RMH), which houses families of young patients at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. Our sisters venture to the RMH at least twice a month to cook lunch or dinner, in addition to hosting special events such as movie nights for the kids. While there, we have the widely cherished opportunity to interact with the families and children who benefit from the RMH. In addition to being involved around campus and with our philanthropy, ADPi sisters love to have fun together! A special highlight of our year is our annual Mallard Ball, a national ADPi tradition in which our sisters and their dates dress up either in camouflage or as ducks and enjoy a night of live music and s’mores around the campfire. ADPi sisters simply love to hang out with each other and can be seen together any day of the week, doing things like studying on the back porch, taking kickboxing classes, exploring Nashville, baking in the chapter kitchen, or doing community service. Alpha Delta Pi’s open motto, “We Live For Each Other,” exemplifies our incredible sisterhood, and we cannot wait to share this lifelong bond with our newest sisters! Awards: Vanderbilt Outstanding Community Service Project Vanderbilt Outstanding Tri-Council Circle Diamond Four Point Scholarship Excellence Panhellenic Achievement Total Membership Education Achievement Alpha Achievement Harris Finance and History Connect: Facebook: Vanderbilt Alpha Delta Pi Twitter: @VandyADPi Website: studentorgs.vanderbilt.edu/ alphadeltapi Instagram: @vandyadpi Dues: New Member: $1,053 Fall Active: $848 Spring Active: $548 Awards: 2013-Exemplary Undergraduate Chapter in the South Eastern Region 2013-Outstanding Educational Program 2013-Outstanding Alumnae Relations Connect: Website: studentorgs.vanderbilt.edu/ AlphaKappaAlpha Twitter @Vandy_AKAs Dues: New Member: $2,000 Active Member: $350 For additional information, please contact Brianna Ukaonu at [email protected] Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. The Elegant Eta Beta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.was chartered on November 11, 1972 by a group of 13 sophisticated young women from Vanderbilt University and George Peabody College for Teachers. The establishment of our chapter by these dynamic women, made Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. the first black Greek letter sorority at Vanderbilt University. For 40 years, Eta Beta has continued to strive to bring Alpha Kappa Alpha’s purpose of sisterhood, scholarship, and supreme service to all mankind to fruition. For three consecutive years, Eta Beta has earned the award for Exemplary Undergraduate Chapter in the Southeastern Region for Alpha Kappa Alpha for our innovative and informative programming on campus. Annually the chapter hosts several signature events including our Chicken and Waffles Midnight Breakfast, PINK OUT Breast Cancer Awareness Philanthropy, AKAerobics, AKApollo Talent Show, AKAnomics, as well as our Jade Awards Superlative Banquet. 23 Awards: 2013-Panhellenic Chapter of the Year 2013-Outstanding Campus Involvement 2013-Outstanding Educational Program 2012-Excellence in Finance 3rd Highest GPA Internationally Greek Spotlight Name: Tanner Owen Classification: Junior Major: Political Science and Economics Council Affiliation: IFC 24 Name: Megan Piphus Classification: Senior Major: Economics Council Affiliation: NPHC Campus Involvement: VSG Academic Senator for the College of Arts and Science, Head Residential Advisor in Murray House, Speaker’s Committee, Work Smart, Play Smart Committee member, Phi Delta Theta Alumni Relations Chair Campus Involvement: Black Student Alliance, National Black MBA Association, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Residential Adviser, College Scholar Community Involvement: ASB, Van-Pak Connection Community Involvement: Music and ventriloquist performances for schools, churches, and community events What does being Greek mean to you? Personally, being Greek means to be part of something that’s bigger than myself. Before you take this as just another cliché answer, let me remind you that for the most part, you are coming into a brand new environment, one without preexisting groups of friends or preconceived notions of who you are as a person. Being part of a Greek organization has given me some of the best friends I could have ever asked for, and has shaped my views of this University in a positive and encouraging light, but has also given me the opportunity to provide those same opportunities for others. This reciprocal relationship within the Greek community provides a feeling almost like home. What does being Greek mean to you? Being Greek means being a representative of my sorority to the Vanderbilt community. My organization empowers me to influence the community to be educated in topics that affect our community and to become more involved. Outside of serving the community, being Greek gives me an invaluable sisterhood on which I can always rely. It is a sisterhood that has certainly enhanced not only my Greek life experience but also my Vanderbilt experience. Greek Words of Wisdom: Like me, many first-years will Greek Words of Wisdom: Get to know the members of come into Vanderbilt with preconceived notions about the chapters you are interested in joining. They will serve Greek Life. Knowing what I know now, I see the vast as your mentors and confidants as you become a member importance of coming here with a completely open mind, of their organizations. Take your time! Finding the perfect and being unbiased when choosing the chapter that fits you home is not a task that should be rushed. Don’t stress best. For some, this is one of the most important decision yourself out! Enjoy your first-year first and secondly find of their college career, and one that is not to be taken your home. I got to know the members of my chapter, lightly. I advise you all to use the long first semester to your volunteered with them, and then knew that Delta was the advantage, meet as many people as possible, and choose place for me. the chapter that feels like home. Connect: Website: vualphaomicronpi.com Facebook: VandyAOII Twitter: @VandyAOII Pinterest: pinterest.com/ VandyAOII Dues: Fall: $686 Spring (active members): $696 Spring (new members): $1,112 Alpha Omicron Pi A decision to join Alpha Omicron Pi is a decision to join the most genuine sisterhood on Vanderbilt’s campus. Since 1917, the Nu Omicron Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi has recruited women who live out our motto and “Exceed the Expectation” every day. Through our dedication to service and scholarship, our chapter fosters the growth of each of its members, developing them into strong women who enrich the lives of one another as well as the community around them. We are proud to claim alumnae who are pillars of Vanderbilt’s history, including Mrs. Sarratt, Mrs. Branscomb, and Mrs. Murray. We maintain a strong relationship with our national philanthropy, the Arthritis Foundation, as well as with Book’em, a local organization dedicated to promoting literacy and a love of reading in Metro Nashville schools. In addition, our members contribute thousands of community service hours each semester through independent volunteer opportunities on campus and in local organizations. So many of our sisters are leaders on campus. Every sister is involved in at least one other club on campus, spanning the gamut from performance groups to recreational sports to Dance Marathon, VUcept, and VSG. Additionally, our sisters have been the founding members of Best Buddies, Amnesty International, and Students Consulting for Nonprofit Organizations among other organizations. The ladies of AOII love to spend time together and have fun! Be it spa night at the house, sisterhood retreat on Percy Priest Lake, our annual Omicron in the Amazon theme party, or an outing to a Nashville Predators game, we make it a priority to experience everything that Nashville has to offer with our sisters. And, our sisterhood extends far beyond planned house events. Walking into our campus house is like coming home, and our sisters truly become our family here at Vanderbilt. 25 Chi Omega 26 As the largest sorority in the country, Chi Omega is full of diverse women driven to uphold community service and sisterhood. With an emphasis on fun and friendship, Chi Omegas participate in many activities throughout the year both within our Sigma Epsilon chapter and Vanderbilt as a whole! Each year, Chi Omega supports the MakeA-Wish Foundation through the annual Chi O Fashion Show, during which our seniors get dressed up and take the runway to raise money for this great cause. Additionally, we participate in Rake-a-Thons, Wish Granting parties, and Spa Days at the house with children from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Chi Omegas are active in numerous student groups (including VSG, Fashion for a Cause, The Original Cast, Club Soccer, ASB, and many more) and hold leadership positions in over 90 of these campus organizations. Some of our favorite sisterhood and social activities include Thanksgiving dinner, Chi-Olympics, fraternity swaps; Big/Little reveal week, the Country Music Half-Marathon, and so many more! Throughout the past year, we have celebrated our sisterhood with six date parties, including Owl-o-Ween, Seniors Peace Out, and our annual White Carnation Formal. From competing in intramural competitions and cheering on the ‘Dores on Saturday afternoons to eating dinner and watching movies at the house, Chi Omega provides its members with a home full of loyal sisters to enrich the college experience. This fulfilling membership in Chi Omega lasts long after the four years of college; it continues to provide members with a wonderful network of friends and alumni, making Chi Omega truly a wise choice! Awards: 2012- Chi Omega’s Most Outstanding Advisory Board 2012- Most Outstanding Participation in Homecoming Week 2013- Most Outstanding Sorority Advisor Connect: Website: chiomega.com/sigmaepsilon Facebook: Vanderbilt Chi Omega Twitter: @VanderbiltChiO Dues: New Member: $1,344 Fall Active: $506 Spring Active: $539 Awards: 2013- Outstanding Philanthropy Award Connect: Website: vandytridelta.org Facebook: Vandy Tridelta Dues: New Member: $1,499 Fall Active: $850 Spring Active: $850 Delta Delta Delta Since the founding of Delta Delta Delta at Vanderbilt in 1911, the chapter has been extremely involved all over campus. Sisters are involved in and lead a variety of groups on campus, including Fashion for a Cause, Manna, Dance Marathon, and many more! Members also focus on promoting sisterhood through weekly events at the house such as kickboxing and movie nights, while enjoying formal date parties each semester. For the 2012-2013 year, Tri Delta hosted their annual Ranch Party, a Mardi Gras themed Formal, Opposites Attract Date Party, and the Stars and Crescent Ball. The sisters of Delta Delta Delta also greatly value philanthropy and giving back to the community. The chapter continues to be one of the top fundraising chapters for their national philanthropy, St. Jude’s Research Hospital, thanks to their yearly philanthropy event, Frats at Bat. Tri Delta also hosts their annual “Delta Underground” dance show to help raise money locally for the Monroe Carrell Jr. Children’s Hospital here at Vanderbilt. This past year, Tri Delta was the recipient of the “Outstanding Philanthropy Award” due to their efforts to raise over $71,000 for St. Jude and over $13,000 for Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. Between fundraising, hanging out with sisters, and being active members of Vanderbilt campus, sisters in Delta Delta Delta have found time to lead by example. Whether together or apart, the sisters of Tri Delta truly live out their motto to “steadfastly love one another.” 27 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The ladies of the Mu Rho Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated have graced the campus of Vanderbilt University for over 37 years. Last year, the chapter opened up the semester by hosting their annual “Back to School CookOWT,” where they had over 250 students in attendance. Within the same semester, the sorority participated in pre-election voter registration throughout Nashville, proudly cheering with “Mu Rho Rocks the Vote” posters. In October, Mu Rho relaunched the Crimson Dot Campaign for physical and mental health, participating in walk-runs, donating to lung cancer research, and inviting fitness star Billy Blanks, Jr. to host an event. During that same month, Mu Rho was the only NPHC organization to volunteer at Vanderbuddies Play Day, and took 1st place in the Homecoming Step Show. 28 In the spring of 2013, Mu Rho held a gala to celebrate Founder’s Day and 100 years of Delta’s existence in the world. The gala was beautifully decorated and included performances from different members of chapter. Deltas from Nashville as well as Vanderbilt alumni returned to Vanderbilt to join in the recognition of this fabulous day. In line with their foundations in active service, Mu Rho also participated in the 3rd Annual MLK Day of Service, where they joined Nashville in recognition of progress in civil rights on a walk downtown. During the month of February, Mu Rho embarked on the Go Red for Women campaign with their Tri-Council members, Alpha Omicron Pi and Sigma Chi. Mu Rho hosted National Wear Red Day, Valentine’s Day “Take Care of Your Heart,” and “Red Hot,” a kickboxing event to build cardio strength and fitness in time for spring break. Mu Rho continues to serve as a trendsetter at Vanderbilt by implementing new programs and promoting the ideals of sisterhood, scholarship, and service. Awards: 2013-Most Outstanding Collaborative Program Connect: Website: mpdst75.wix.com/mu-rho-dst National Website: deltasigmatheta.org/ Twitter: @Murhodivas Dues: New Member: $925 Active Member: $250 For additional information please contact Claudia Lisenby at [email protected] Awards: 2012-Theta Grand Convention Awards 2012-Golden Kite Chapter and Excellence in Administration 2013-Dene Donald Outstanding Panhellenic House Director 2013-Outstanding Alumnae Relations 2013-All Sports Intramural Award Connect: Website: kappaalphatheta.org/chapters/ alphaeta/ Dues: New Member: $1,197 Fall Active: $825 Spring Active: $720 Kappa Alpha Theta Kappa Alpha Theta just celebrated its 109th year on the Vanderbilt campus, and our rich history and strong bonds of sisterhood have made us an enduring member of the Greek community. Throughout the year, Theta is involved in a number of service activities on and around the Vanderbilt campus. For the past six years, Theta has co-hosted Kickoff Cookoff, a tailgate-style event, benefitting the Fannie Battle Day Home for Children in Nashville. Through Theta’s fundraising efforts, totaling over $100,000, Fannie Battle has successfully moved into a brand new facility where Thetas volunteer each week. This past October, Theta also celebrated our 35th annual Theta Barbecue, where the sophomore class performed their legendary “Stomp”; the event raised money for Kappa Alpha Theta’s national philanthropy CASA, (Court Appointed Special Advocates). Theta also participates in numerous local philanthropy events, including “Light the Night,” a beautiful walk for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society in downtown Nashville. If this isn’t enough, Thetas also love to have a good time. Each year, Theta celebrates our sisterhood with themed parties, such as “Great Gatsby” and “Name That Tune,” as well as annual semi-formals. Finally, Thetas enjoy supporting our ‘Dores in varsity sports, fiercely competing in intramural sports, hanging out at our monthly Theta Catered Lunch, and working hard to maintain our impressive GPAs! 29 Kappa Delta “Let us strive for that which is Honorable, Beautiful, and Highest.” As Kappa Delta women, we embody this motto in all aspects of our lives. We are a diverse group of women who share the strong bond of our sisterhood. On campus, Kappa Deltas are recognized as fun, smart and classy women. Our members are involved in a wide range of clubs, activities, and community service groups. We take great pride in supporting KD’s national philanthropies: Prevent Child Abuse America and the Girl Scouts of America. Through our work with the Confidence Coalition, Kappa Deltas seek to empower young women to strive to be the best they can be while always encouraging them to remain true to themselves. All of our sisters love and support each other and the friendships formed through Kappa Delta provide an invaluable support system that will last a lifetime! 30 Connect: Website: vanderbilt.kappadelta.org Facebook: Vanderbilt Kappa Delta Sorority Twitter: @VandyKappaDelta Dues: New Member: $1,310 Fall Active: $900 Spring Active: $900 Greek Spotlight Name: Shayna Levine Classification: Junior Major: Neuroscience and Spanish Council Affiliation: Panhellenic Association Campus Involvement: Relay for Life President, Manna Project International MPI Liaison, Manna Project International Site Leader, Zald Laboratory Research Assistant, Phi Sigma Pi Honors Fraternity Member What does being Greek mean to you? Being Greek is being a part of something bigger. When you become Greek you aren’t just connected with your chapter, you become part of a tradition that men and women have joined together in since the 1800s. The Greek community is a family. We compete for things like Greek chapter of the year; but under all of that, we are a supportive, united group. Being Greek has been one of my favorite experiences at Vanderbilt. You’ll make best friends in your dorm and in your classes, but your sorority sisters or fraternity brothers will be your family forever. Name: Jordan Matthews Classification: Senior Major: Economics Council Affiliation: NPHC Campus Involvement: Wide Receiver on the Football Team What does being Greek mean to you? It truly means a lot. It is an honor to be a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. and apart of the overall Greek population at Vanderbilt. To me, being Greek means that I have the opportunity to be affiliated with something that is bigger than myself. I am able to represent an organization that many others can’t and take great pride in that. Greek Words of Wisdom: I would advise anyone who is contemplating joining a Greek organization to understand that there is work to be done in Greek life. Don’t be a “T-shirt wearer”! Yes, the letters are awesome to sport around campus, but behind the scenes, there is a commitment to working to keep these fraternities and sororities successful. If you have Greek Words of Wisdom: The individual sorority or the privilege to join a Greek org., make sure you are ready to fraternity is not what defines you; instead, it is the people take on multiple responsibilities. It’s not all about strolling and you get to know and learn from who help you mature as shimmying! Yo! an individual and define the house you are in. I’ve made some of my best friends through Greek life and have had some of my most memorable experiences here at Vanderbilt with them. Anyone unsure about going Greek, I would truly advise you to go in with an open mind and give it a try. You might just meet your best friend and future roommate on the Bid Day bus like I did! 31 Kappa Kappa Gamma 32 With 134 collegiate chapters and 300 alumnae associations, Kappa Kappa Gamma’s membership includes thousands of women, all of whom embrace Kappa’s values of goodness, truth, and beauty. Founded at Monmouth College in 1870, Kappa has expanded to be one of the largest women’s fraternities in the country and includes an impressive alumnae network of notable women including actress Ashley Judd and designer Kate Spade. At Vanderbilt, Kappa Kappa Gamma is the home away from home for members from over twenty states and four countries, all bonded together in friendship, leadership, and scholarship. Kappa also demonstrates a strong commitment to philanthropy and awareness of the needs of others through our weekly trips to local elementary schools in the Nashville community, our Sports 4 All Field day, and our annual philanthropy event, Kappa Kappa Gala. One of Kappa’s main cornerstones is our belief in philanthropy, demonstrated by our Philanthropy 1-2-3 program; Philanthropy 1 supports our national Kappa Kappa Gamma foundation, Philanthropy 2 focuses on our Nashville community, and Philanthropy 3 supports Kappa’s national Philanthropy, Reading Is Fundamental. Kappa’s participate in numerous events throughout the year that support each pillar of our Philanthropy program and help to increase our presence throughout the Nashville community. On campus, our members are diverse in interest and ability and are represented across campus in an array of organizations including Vanderbilt Student Government, VUCept, Varsity Lacrosse, Varsity Track and Field, Relay for Life, Manna Project International, and many more. The members’ commitment to sisterhood and campus involvement is lived out through several events during the year that include group exercise classes, working with our respective philanthropies, and Faculty Relations programming. Membership in Kappa Kappa Gamma lasts much longer than just one’s collegiate years and remains an integral part of each Kappa woman for a lifetime. Awards: 2013-Outstanding Faculty Relations Program 2012-Membership Recruitment Award Connect: Website: lambdalady.com Facebook: Lambda Theta Alpha, Gamma Beta Chapter Twitter: @LTA_GammaBeta Connect: Website: chapters.kappakappagamma.org/ epsilonnu/ For additional information please contact gamma_beta@ lambdalady.org Dues: New Member: $1,107 Active: $610 Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. was founded in December 1975 at Kean University in Union, N.J., in order to provide a support system for the growing number of Hispanic students on college campuses. Our Founding Mothers made tremendous strides in scholarly excellence, cultural and political awareness, and community activism, providing an array of resources unprecedented for minority students. In keeping with the motto “Latin by tradition, not by definition,” LTA is a nonexclusionary organization and welcomes women of all races, ethnicities, religions, and sexual orientations. Today, LTA consists of sisters representing over 120 different nationalities. In 2001, a group of Interested Ladies at Vanderbilt University brought LTA to Tennessee. To this day, The Intelligent and Eloquent Gamma Beta Chapter continues to advance LTA’s ideals by highlighting diversity on campus, working toward the empowerment of women, organizing a variety of campus events, encouraging academic success, and, above all, providing a strong sisterhood enriched by sisters of all backgrounds, each bound by the principles of Unity, Love, and Respect. LTA’s Gamma Beta chapter seeks to uphold the principle of Unity by building community. To encourage Unity, our chapter works with and supports other campus organizations. As Universal Women, sisters of LTA exemplify the principle of Love in their everyday lives; both at the chapter level and beyond, Lambda Ladies form tight-knit bonds that last a lifetime. This organization, furthermore, takes the principle of Respect to heart, regularly serving others through volunteerism, educational programming, and social activism. The women of Lambda Theta Alpha strive to make a difference whether it is in large increments or small ones; their efforts never cease. As an associate member of the Vanderbilt Panhellenic Council, LTA recruits their members outside of the formal recruitment process. They host informational socials for women to learn more about their organization. 33 Pi Beta Phi Since the founding of Pi Beta Phi at Vanderbilt in 1940, our sisters have been extremely involved all over campus. Pi Phi’s lead and participate in organizations such as VUcept, Momentum, AKPsi, Fashion For A Cause, Varsity athletics, and many more! Our members demonstrate our core values, including honor and respect, personal and intellectual growth and integrity through every activity we are involved in. We love coming together as a chapter to watch movies, study at the house, host a backto-school BBQ, tie-dye shirts outside in our huge backyard or dress up for our theme parties throughout the semester! 34 Pi Phi’s also take great pride in one of our other core values – philanthropic service to others. We are proud to support literacy through our national initiative, Lead. Read. Achieve. Over half of our members are involved in The After School Program (TAP), founded by one of our very own sisters, Samara Orkin (VU’11). Our sisters enjoy tutoring kids in reading every week, and we even have all the students over to our house for a Play Day each semester! We also love supporting the Bill Wilkerson Center at Vanderbilt University through our fall benefit, Pi Phi in Paradise. We are proud to have some of the most genuine girls on campus who share our values of lifelong commitment and sisterhood. As a chapter we are extremely close and rely on the support and love of our sisters to make Vanderbilt the amazing experience that it is! We are so excited to welcome new members to our wonderful chapter and to show them what sisterhood truly means. Awards: 2013-Outstanding Intellectual Development Awards: 2013-Outstanding Philanthropy Project Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Connect: Facebook: Vandy Pi Beta Phi Twitter: @TNBetaPiPhi Instagram: tnbetapiphi Website: pibetaphi.org/pibetaphi/PBP/ Chapters/chapter.aspx?id=8784 Connect: Website: wix.com/sigmadeltasgrho/1922 Twitter @VandySGRho Facebook: Vandy Sigma Gamma Rho Dues: New Member: Spring Semester: $1,177 Fall Semester:$1,187 For additional information please contact [email protected] Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded on Sunday, November 12th, 1922, on the campus of Butler University in Indianapolis, IN by seven schoolteachers known to their members as their seven pearls. The organization was incorporated by the state of Indiana on December 30th, 1929. Their seven founders created their organization on the basis of three principles: sisterhood, scholarship and service. These principles are still thriving within the sorority today and continue to be the motivational forces behind the work they do. The sorority colors are royal blue and gold, the sorority flower is the yellow tea rose, the mascot is the elegant white French toy poodle, and the motto is “Greater Service, Greater Progress.” Active Member Fall Semester: $912 Spring Semester: $872 Initiation Fees: $750-$1,500 Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority’s aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development and education of youth are the hallmark of the organization’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society, educationally, civically and economically. The Oh So Sassy, Sophisticated Sigma Delta chapter was chartered on Vanderbilt’s campus on Thursday, November 19th, 2009, by six women of immeasurable courage. The Sigma Delta chapter, in less than four years of existence, has succeeded in being recognized as Chapter of the Year by Southeast Region during the 2011 conference. They have also been recognized regionally for their innovative and thoughtful programming. The Sigma Delta chapter has had the pleasure of working with the March of Dimes, Autism Speaks, the Hope Clinic of Nashville, Vanderbuddies, Girl Scouts, and many more organizations geared toward service to others. 35 Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. 36 Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Incorporated was founded on the principles of Academics, Community Service, Cultural Awareness, Social Interaction, and Morals & Ethics. After recognizing the need for an organization that would provide social and academic support to women of all cultures, five women created this dynamic organization on April 9, 1990 in Iowa City, Iowa. The DistinGuisheD Gamma Delta Chapter of Sigma Lambda Gamma was established as a colony on Vanderbilt’s campus in 2007, and then recognized as a chapter in September of 2009, making Sigma Lambda Gamma the first and only multicultural sorority on campus. Members of our chapter take great pride in wearing our colors, Shocking Pink and Majestic Purple, saying our motto, Culture is Pride, Pride is Success, and representing our wonderful sisterhood. To date, our chapter represents over 30 cultures, and on a national level represents well over 120, emphasizing our strong commitment to diversity. SLG allows college women the opportunity to develop bonds with diverse peers and host programming that appeals to a variety of students at Vanderbilt, in addition to encouraging an environment in which all cultures and backgrounds can be celebrated and appreciated. On a daily basis, we strive to unite with each other and the campus community because of our differences, not in spite of them. Sisters of the Gamma Delta chapter are committed to our five aforementioned principles. We are dedicated and passionate about excelling academically, serving the community, raising awareness of our cultural differences, making social progress with members of the Vanderbilt community, and maintaining a high sense of morals & ethics. Beyond the chapter, all sisters are involved in a variety of campus organizations such as Vanderbilt Bowling, the Muslim Students Association, Voices of Praise, Variations co-ed a cappella, Alternative Spring Break, and many, many more. The Gamma Delta Chapter acts as an associate member of the Panhellenic Council, and recruits its members in a process outside of Formal Recruitment. Recruitment occurs during both the Fall and Spring semesters. Connect: Website: studentorgs.vanderbilt.edu sigmalambdagamma/SLG/SLG. html Facebook: Vandy Gammas Twitter: @VandyGammas Dues: $250-300 per semester New Member: $275 For additional information please contact Shundra Crumpton at shundra.n.crumpton@ vanderbilt.edu. Awards: 2013-NPHC Chapter of the Year 2013-Greek Woman of the Year 2013-Outstanding Community Service Project 2013-Outstanding Faculty Relations Program 2013-Outstanding Intellectual Development 2013-Outstanding Tri-Council Circle Connect: Website: omegapizphib.wix.com/vandyzetas Facebook: omegapizphib Tumblr: omegapizetas.tumblr.com Anchor Link: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. For additional information please contact Nicole Fields at [email protected]. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded on the belief that sorority elitism and socializing should not overshadow the real mission for progressive organizations- to address societal mores, ills, prejudices, poverty, and health concerns of the day. Founded January 16, 1920, Zeta Phi Beta began as an idea conceived by five ladies at Howard University in Washington, D.C. These five women, also known as our Five Pearls, dared to depart from the traditional coalitions for black women and sought to establish a new organization predicted on the precepts of Scholarship, Service, Sisterly Love and Finer Womanhood. It was the ideal of the Founders that the sorority would reach college women in all parts of the country who were sorority- minded and desired to follow the founding principles of the organization. Founder Viola Tyler was often quoted as saying, “[In the ideal collegiate situation], there is a Zeta in a girl regardless of race, creed or color, who has high standards and principles, a good scholarly average and an active interest in all things that she undertakes to accomplish.” Currently Zeta Phi Beta Sorority’s signature programs include Z-HOPE, March of Dimes, Storks Nest, National Education Foundation, and AIDS awareness. The signature programs of the Omnipotent Omega Pi Chapter, chartered on March 18th, 2000 by five dynamic women, include the Blue and White Formal, Blue and White Fish Fry, Zeta Slow Grind, Blueberry Waffles Study Break, Zeta Stroll Awards, Finer Womanhood Week, among other events. The Omega Pi chapter is committed to designing and implementing creative and innovative programming for Vanderbilt’s campus, servicing the greater Nashville community, and upholding the standards and principles of our founders and charter members. 37 Zeta Tau Alpha 38 “ZTA is forever!” Because Zeta Tau Alpha was voted the best sorority in the nation by Newsweek, Vandy Zeta always strives for the best! Our commitment to friendship and philanthropy shines through in both the Vanderbilt and Nashville communities. Zeta Tau Alpha has partnerships with the NFL, Susan G. Komen, and Yoplait to promote our national philanthropy, breast cancer education and awareness. Throughout the year, we support this cause through our annual RaiZing Hope benefit, Pink Out athletic games, distributing pink ribbons at NFL games, and volunteering at the Survivor’s Tent at the Nashville Race for the Cure. In addition, Zetas logged over 2,000 service hours last year. Zetas are involved in many activities on campus such as VUcept, cheerleading, Dance Marathon, and Alternative Spring Break to name a few, and they hold leadership positions in many of these groups. Zetas also love to have fun–last year we enjoyed many sisterhood movie nights, dinners, and ice skating along with our weekend retreat in Gatlinburg. We had a blast at our annual Crown Ball Formal, themed date parties, and socials. Vanderbilt Zeta Tau Alpha is a genuine, loyal, and diverse group of girls who share similar values of sisterhood, scholarship, and philanthropy. The rewarding membership of Zeta Tau Alpha leaves an impact that lasts so much longer than just the college years, and our extensive group of alumnae offers every member a network of support and friendship that lasts a lifetime. Awards: 2013-Most Improved Chapter ZTA Regional Level- Quota Award & Fundraising Award Connect: Website: studentorgs.vanderbilt.edu/ AlphaEpsilonPi Connect: Facebook: Vandy ZTA Twitter @VandyZTA Email: [email protected] Dues: New Members: $1,000 Active Sophomores: $1,200 Active Juniors: $1,000 Active Seniors: $800 Dues: New Member: $980 Fall: $600 Spring: $600 Recruitment Chair: Samuel Payette [email protected] Alpha Epsilon Pi Alpha Epsilon Pi is a fraternity with rich tradition and brotherhood. Founded at New York University in 1913, AEPi now extends to 155 chapters worldwide with a global membership of over 9,000 undergraduates and 102,000 lifetime members. Many brothers such as Wolf Blitzer, Journalist, and Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook, have used their experiences in their school’s AEPi chapters to accomplish great things throughout America and the world. The Tau chapter was founded at Vanderbilt University in 1929 and has always been an active member in the Vanderbilt Greek community. This past fall, we led an effort within the IFC to host a benefit concert called “Lights on the Lawn.” We raised over $100,000 for this event and were awarded the “Outstanding Philanthropy Project” award at this year’s Greek Awards. AEPi is also extremely proud of our grades, athletics, and brotherhood. The Tau chapter has a very high cumulative GPA and has a great tradition of strong fraternity league intramural teams. Most important to our brotherhood, however, are the friendships that we have built and the way that AEPi Tau has made all our lives as students incredibly enjoyable and fulfilling. 39 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 40 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was founded on Tuesday, December 4, 1906, on the campus of Cornell University in Ithaca, NY by our seven Founders whom we refer to as our “Jewels.” Chartered on April 26, 1975 by twelve visionary men known to us as the Genesis Twelve, the Kappa Theta chapter is dedicated to the principles of “Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for All Mankind.” Since our inception, more than 100 brothers have been initiated through Kappa Theta, each adding to the legacy of excellence and achievement set by our trailblazing charter members. The Kappa Theta Chapter boasts a tradition of student leadership and campus involvement at Vanderbilt. Brothers are actively involved in the Vanderbilt Student Government, Vanderbilt Tour Guides, Vanderbilt Student Volunteers for Science, Minority Association for Pre-Health Professions, National Society for Black Engineers, Residential Education, NAACP, Vanderbilt Volunteers Around the World, Black Student Alliance, Living Learning Communities and many more. Some of our signature events include the “All White Affair” hosted with the ladies of the Eta Beta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha, “Warm-Up with the Alphas” benefitting Youth Encouragement Services, an annual voter registration drive, and our annual Miss Black and Gold Pageant. Awards: 2013-Outstanding Campus Involvement 2013-Outstanding Collaborative Program District Scholar Bowl Champions 2012-Step Show Champions Dues: $250 For additional information please contact Jonathan Williams at [email protected] Greek Spotlight Name: Lucie Calderon Classification: Senior Major: Neuroscience and French Council Affiliation: Panhellenic Association Campus Involvement: Student Body Executive Vice President (Vanderbilt Student Government), Vice President of Swim Club,Tour Guide Name: Peter Hernandez Classification: Senior Major: Computer Science, Mathematics, and Economics Council Affiliation: IFC Campus Involvement: Vanderbilt Student Government, Honor Council, Vanderbilt Programming Board Speakers Committee, VUcept What does being Greek mean to you? Joining a Panhellenic chapter three years ago has allowed me to become a part of one of the largest and most exciting involvements here on campus. From the service to the sisterhood, it has opened countless windows of opportunity to connect with other students at Vanderbilt as well as members of the Nashville community. The relationships I have made through Greek life have been so enriching and supportive, and I will cherish them long after I graduate. What are you involved with in the community? What does being Greek mean to you? Being Greek at Vanderbilt means that I am a part of a community much larger than myself. It is an opportunity to strive for the values such as Love, Honor, and Truth, alongside other men and women of the Greek community. And at the same time, it is an opportunity to meet and learn from some of the best leaders at Vanderbilt. Greek Words of Wisdom: Getting involved is one of the most make the most out of your time in the Greek community by effective ways to enhance your Vanderbilt career, and Greek always cherishing it. Take time to meet and talk with a variety life is an amazing way to meet other people who are likewise of different leaders regardless of their Council Affiliation. There interested in campus involvement. Let Greek life be one of are so many talented folks in our community and by connecting the things to add to your well-rounded experience, not your with them; we can make our Greek community even stronger. defining factor. It’s important to stay true to what you want out of your life at Vanderbilt. Use Greek life as your network of support rather than allowing the letters on your chest to limit you to a certain group of friends or a stereotype. Greek Words of Wisdom: My words of wisdom are just to 41 Alpha Tau Omega The Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity is proud of its long tradition of brotherhood since its founding in 1865 at Virginia Military Institute. Established on Christian values, “America’s National Leadership Fraternity” now boasts over 19,000 members in over 240 chapters worldwide with a strong national fraternity committed to developing better men. 42 The Beta Pi chapter here at Vanderbilt was founded in 1889 and has since developed a strong presence with 76 current members. Several brothers are involved in executive leadership positions in many organizations throughout the Vanderbilt community including Dance Marathon, Vandy Cancer Society, AMIGOS, Vanderbilt Ice Hockey Club, The Hustler Newspaper, ROTC, and the Undergraduate Honor Council. We place a high value on academics and currently hold the fourth highest cumulative GPA of any ATΩ chapter in country. We last won our national fraternity’s prestigious True Merit award in 1995 and win the Scholarship Award yearly. The Beta Pi chapter holds its signature “ATO Goes Homeless” event every fall in support of the Nashville Rescue Mission and “Puppies in the Park” every spring to support local animal shelters. Our social schedule includes winter and spring formals, sorority swaps, and our annual Olympus Weekend. The Beta Pi chapter is looking for best and brightest men at Vanderbilt and holds recruitment events every week that include three on three basketball tournaments, poker nights, rush dinners, and Nashville Predators games. Connect: Website: vanderbiltato.airset.com National Website: ato.org Facebook: Vanderbilt University Alpha Tau Omega Awards: 2012-National Award for Outstanding Campus Involvement Beta Chi Theta Connect: Website: vandy.betachitheta.com National Website: betachitheta.com Dues: Fall: $975 Spring: $850 Dues: $300 Beta Chi Theta was founded in 1999 at the University of California at Los Angeles on the pillars of creating and maintaining a strong, close-knit brotherhood, honoring tradition, actively pursuing service to humanity, increasing South Asian awareness, promoting academic excellence, and building a unified nationwide network. With more than 1,000 brothers nationwide, Beta Chi Theta is the fastest growing fraternity in America, and the youngest ever to be admitted to the North America Interfraternity Conference. A strong sense of brotherhood, even between distant chapters, is the hallmark of the Beta Chi Theta national experience. Recruitment Chair: Chris Rizzo [email protected] Scotty Kudialis [email protected] Recruitment Chair: Adarsh Subbaswamy [email protected] Beta Chi Theta’s Theta chapter at Vanderbilt was founded in 2004 and retains a record of high achievement. The chapter has been awarded multiple times for outstanding campus involvement and outstanding alumni relations by the University and for chapter and brother of the year by the national organization. At present, three of the five members of the National Board are Vanderbilt alumni. Especially as a younger organization, brothers are presented with a plethora of opportunities for leadership within the fraternity, both in the chapter and nationwide. Beta Chi Theta’s calendar includes community service projects, philanthropic events, mixers with other Greek organizations, social functions, hosting speakers of note, retreats, football tailgates, and formals. Recruitment events are free and include dinners, athletics, and sporting events. 43 Beta Theta Pi Established in 1839, the goal of Beta Theta Pi has always been “to develop men of principle for a principled life.” Nowhere is this more apparent than at our Beta Lambda chapter at Vanderbilt University. With five newly initiated members from our fall class, along with an additional fifteen new members in our spring class, our chapter is in our finest form. With an average 3.3 GPA, our chapter ranks among the highest of intellectual prowess at a very prestigious university. 44 On top of these academic achievements, the Beta Lambda chapter has thrived in multiple ways across campus. We competed in nearly every intramural sport this past year, including basketball, soccer, and football. Furthermore, several of our members have taken prominent leadership roles in organizations around campus: William Macon is the first Sophomore ever to be appointed president of Best Buddies, which connects Vanderbilt students with special-needs citizens across the Nashville community, and continued his presidency this year. Trey Brazil was the most recent chairman of Dance Marathon, the largest philanthropy event on Vanderbilt’s campus. Finally, our biggest philanthropy event A Celebration of Life: A Tribute to Kyle Craig raised over $24,000 in its inaugural year of 2011, and we hope to increase that total for years to come. The Beta Lambda chapter of Beta Theta Pi has succeeded on Vanderbilt’s campus more than ever recently, and we cannot wait to continue the success this coming year. Chapter Awards: 2012 John Reily Knox Award for Outstanding Philanthropic Event Connect: Website: gammadke.org Connect: National Website: Betathetapi.org Dues: Active Member: $1,000 New Member: $1,200 Dues: New Member: $600 Active: $1,000 Recruitment Chair: Sam Spector [email protected] Recruitment Chair: Teddy Klemmer [email protected] Delta Kappa Epsilon Delta Kappa Epsilon was founded in 1844 at Yale University, and three years later the Gamma Chapter colonized at Vanderbilt University. Since its founding nearly 170 years ago, Delta Kappa Epsilon has sought out men who are gentlemen, scholars, and jolly good fellows. The fraternity promotes friendship, brotherhood, leadership, the respect of others, high academic achievement, and morality. Delta Kappa Epsilon has continued to grow over the years, now with 54 chapters across the United States and Canada and over 85,000 members. Delta Kappa Epsilon has a strong alumni network, boasting five former presidents (George W. Bush, George H.W. Bush, Gerald Ford, Theodore Roosevelt and Rutherford B. Hayes), more than any other fraternity in the nation, as well as notable sports figures, such as Tom Landry, former football coach of the Dallas Cowboys, Paul Brown of the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals, and George Steinbrenner, former owner of the Yankees. Recent VU DKE graduates are attending some of the top law and medical schools in the nations such as UC Berkley Law School, Wake Forest and Vanderbilt Medical Schools, as well as having been hired to some of the most prominent banking companies, including Goldman Sachs. Delta Kappa Epsilon will continue searching for qualified members to help strengthen its growing community and remain a proud member of Greek Life at Vanderbilt University. 45 Delta Lambda Phi Delta Lambda Phi is a national fraternity providing social, service, and recreational activities for gay, bisexual, and progressive men. Founded in Washington DC in 1987, Delta Lambda Phi has grown to include 30 chapters and 4 colonies, both nationally and internationally. At Vanderbilt, the Beta Phi Chapter was founded on April 10, 2011, sharing the same founding date as the national fraternity. As an active member of the Interfraternity Council, we host a number of fundraisers, community service projects, and social events to make our presence make a difference here at Vanderbilt and in the Nashville community. Our annual philanthropy event, Delta Lambda Phabulous, is a variety show competition in which campus student organizations and sororities compete against one another for a grand prize. All proceeds go to Middle Tennessee’s premier HIV/AIDS advocacy organization, Nashville CARES. 46 Connect: Facebook: VandyDLP Anchor Link: Delta Lambda Phi National website: dlp.org Dues: New Member: $798/year Active: $725/year Recruitment Chair: Scott Franco [email protected] Connect: International Fraternity: delts.org Lambda Colony: facebook.com/vandydelts Dues: New Members: $1,000 Active Members: $700 Recruitment Chair: Erik Weinberg [email protected] Delta Tau Delta Fraternity Founded at Bethany College in 1858, Delta Tau Delta is an international fraternity with 134 active chapters and over 6,800 undergraduate members. The international fraternity continues to grow, with seven colonies currently in the process of become fully chartered chapters. Delta Tau Delta is a guiding force that compels its members to constantly better themselves and their brothers through commitment to our core values, as well encouraging accountability and the fundamental necessity of brotherhood. Starting traditions is no easy feat. Founded in November of 2012, the Lambda Crescent Colony of Delta Tau Delta is a rapidly growing brotherhood of men committed to living lives of excellence, bound together under letters of distinction. The men of the Lambda colony have spent the last year establishing traditions and deciding what it truly means to be part of a fraternity, blazing a trail in new directions so that others may follow. While brotherhood and academic achievement are crucial goals, we strive to establish an identity unlike any other at Vanderbilt, an experience that provides our brothers with the knowledge and preparation necessary to lead successful and fulfilling lives in the future. The Lambda Colony of Delta Tau Delta has already begun to integrate itself into the Greek community at Vanderbilt, involving ourselves in many other chapters’ philanthropy events and holding numerous social functions, as well as integrating with the Vanderbilt community as a whole, with members involved in a multitude of on-campus organizations. Delta Tau Delta’s Lambda Colony strives to take our fraternity experience in to our own hands and to lead ourselves and those around us into a better world, and we welcome you to join us in that endeavor. 47 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on January 5, 1911 at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. It is the beautiful realization of a vision shared commonly by its 10 late Revered Founders who live on through the fraternity’s motto of “Honorable achievement in every field of human endeavor.” 48 The Nu Rho Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. was established on February 25, 1989 at Vanderbilt University. The chapter was first established as the Alpha Theta colony on November 22, 1986 after The Seven Diamonds of Genesis cross-pledged at Tennessee State University. Eric Jones, the first Polemarch of the chapter, along with several other brothers helped transform the dream of Kappa Alpha Psi into a reality here at Vanderbilt University. In recent years, the Nu Rho Chapter has been rewarded for its innovative programming and outstanding membership. Nu Rho is home to the South Central Province Brother of the Year, The chapter has also received awards for Outstanding Faculty Relations and Educational Events. Connect: Website: nurhonupes.com Twitter: @nurho_nupes Dues: New Member: $1,500-$2,000 Active Member: $150 For additional information please contact Cory Williams at [email protected] Connect: Website: kappasigmavanderbilt. wordpress.com National Website: kappasigma.org Dues: $1,100 for active and new members Recruitment Chair: Jared Kaminetsky [email protected] Kappa Sigma Since its founding at the University of Virginia in 1869, Kappa Sigma has initiated more than 245,000 men on college campuses throughout North America. Today, the Fraternity has over 175,000 living alumni and more than 13,500 undergraduate members in 282 active chapters. Our proud history of producing campus leaders who go on to succeed in business, government, the armed services, sports, entertainment, and the arts has led to Kappa Sigma’s continuous and unparalleled growth across the continent. Our members hail from all parts of the country, from Los Angeles to New York to Alabama, creating the most diverse brotherhood on campus. Our members strive to live up to Kappa Sigma’s principles of Fellowship, Leadership, Scholarship, and Service by staying actively involved in Vanderbilt Student Government, Vanderbilt athletics, and many different student organizations. Our annual philanthropic events include a cornhole tournament to benefit Nashville RBI and a 3-on-3 basketball tournament to benefit the Military Heroes Campaign. Our Fraternity hosts various social functions, including mixers with sororities, brotherhood events such as a Superbowl party, and our annual White Out and Fratlantis parties. We hope that you will consider joining the Greek community at Vanderbilt, as it is a truly special way to form friendships that will last a lifetime. 49 Lambda Chi Alpha 50 The Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity was founded by Warren A. Cole at Boston University in November 1909. In just over 100 years, Lambda Chi has initiated over 280,000 brothers at more than 300 chapters, growing to the third largest college fraternity in the nation. At Vanderbilt a local fraternity called “The Phoenix Club” was installed as the Gamma-Delta chapter in 1922, and has since initiated 520 members. Our current membership represents over half of the fifty states as well as international brothers. Our chapter focuses on strong brotherhood through the True Brother initiative and being active in scholarship and philanthropy. This year, Lambda Chi men had a higher average GPA than the all men’s average and the IFC average, with members holding majors in each of the four undergraduate colleges at Vanderbilt. Our chapter raised over $6,000 for the Boys and Girls Club of Middle Tennessee with our annual Watermelon Bust event in the fall. In addition to being a member of the fraternity, almost every brother of our chapter is involved in another Vanderbilt organization, including club and varsity sports, VUcept, VSG, VSVS, and IFC. Awards: 2013 Outstanding Educational Program Connect: omegapsiphifraternity.org Twitter: @ThetaBeta_Ques Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Connect: Website: studentorgs.vanderbilt.edu/lca Dues: Initiation: Approximately $1,200 Dues: Active: $1,000 New Member: $1,200 For additional information please contact Ahram Feigenbaum at [email protected] Founded on November 17, 1911, at Howard University in Washington, D.C., Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is the first international fraternal organization to be founded on the campus of a historically black college. Our motto is “Friendship is Essential to the Soul.” The Theta Beta Chapter was chartered on March 1, 1971 by twelve undergraduate students making us the first historically African American fraternity here at Vanderbilt University. Theta Beta continues to produce strong Men of Omega geared towards upholding the Fraternity’s cardinal principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift. The progressive thinking of our Founders, the late Edgar A. Love, Oscar J. Cooper, Frank Coleman, and Ernest E. Just, inspires the men of Theta Beta continue to serve on campus through academic excellence and community initiative. Recruitment Chair: Brandon Arvanaghi [email protected] 51 Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. 52 Three young African American male students founded Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity at Howard University in Washington, D.C., on January 9, 1914. The Founders, Honorable A. Langston Taylor, Honorable Leonard F. Morse, and Honorable Charles I. Brown, wanted to organize a Greek letter fraternity that would truly exemplify the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service. The Founders deeply wished to create an organization that viewed itself as “a part of” the general community rather than “apart from” the general community. They believed that each potential member should be judged by his own merits, rather than his family background or affluence...without regard to race, nationality, skin tone or texture of hair. They desired for their fraternity to exist as part of an even greater brotherhood which would be devoted to the “inclusive we” rather than the “exclusive we”. The Alpha Gamma Alpha Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was chartered on October 7th, 1994. Since its inception, the goal of the chapter has been to bring innovative, creative, and informative programming to the Vanderbilt community as well as setting the standard for the ideal fraternity man. A member of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Phi Beta Sigma is one of the nine historically black fraternities and sororities, eight of which are present on Vanderbilt’s Campus. While our historical focus has been the aiding in the development of the African American community, all are welcome and invited to attend our programming and anyone meeting the requirements for membership is encouraged to apply. Signature Events include Blue and White Formal and Sigma Week. Connect: Email: [email protected] Facebook: The Alpha Gamma Alpha Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Chapter Awards: 2013-Outstanding Intellectual Development Phi Delta Theta Connect: vanderbilt.phideltatheta.org/ Dues: New Member: $800-$900 Active: $50 Dues: $1,200/semester for both new members and brothers with payment plans and scholarships available. Chartered on January 20, 1876, the Tennessee Alpha chapter of Phi Delta Theta was the first Fraternity established at Vanderbilt University. Since also becoming the first Phi Delta Theta chapter in the state of Tennessee, Tennessee Alpha has built one of the richest histories of the General Fraternity and among Vanderbilt chapters. Founded in Oxford, Ohio in 1848, Phi Delta Theta has grown to over 225 chapters internationally that have initiated over 235,000 men. For additional information please contact Robb King at robert.a.king@ vanderbilt.edu or Gregory Brand at [email protected] Recruitment Chair: Caleb Feiring [email protected] Tennessee Alpha fosters a culture of excellence and involvement, which has led many of our members to hold integral roles in many of Vanderbilt’s most important student organizations. This culture leads our members to encourage their fraternity brothers to also find involving within the community. Our members help each other find and pursue beneficial opportunities. In addition to being heavily involved in the Honor Council, IFC, Vanderbilt Student Government, VUcept, and many other student organizations, Tennessee Alpha members are committed to improving their communities both domestically and internationally. For our annual philanthropy, the Webb Memorial Pig Roast, our chapter raises money for local charities in honor of Vann Webb, a Tennessee Alpha Phi who lost his battle with cancer while at Vanderbilt. By becoming a member of Tennessee Alpha, you will be connected to members both past and present who possess great ambition and even greater potential. Tennessee Alpha has a strong alumni network of successful businessmen, lawyers, astronauts, doctors, engineers, and public policy makers among others. Our alumni network connects our members with our chapter’s past so that we can build a strong future together. When you leave after your four years as a Vanderbilt Phi, you will not only have created lifelong friends, but also connections and experiences that will lead to success and happiness. The Tennessee Alpha brotherhood is a brotherhood for life. 53 54 Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI) Connect: Website: vanderbiltfiji.com Anchor Link: Phi Gamma Delta Connect: National Website: phikappapsi.com Facebook: phipsivanderbilt The international fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta, also known as Fiji, was founded at Jefferson College in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania on May 1st, 1848. Since that time, Phi Gamma Delta has expanded to 144 colleges in the United States and Canada and boasts more than 170,000 initiated brothers since 1848. Dues: $1,000/semester Dues: New Members: $600 Active: $600 Just two years after the fraternity was founded at Jefferson College, Phi Gamma Delta expanded to the University of Nashville to form the third chapter, Gamma. However, the University of Nashville would soon dissolve and become part of Peabody College, later Vanderbilt University. In 2010, 160 years after its initial colonization, Phi Gamma Delta returned to Vanderbilt reviving the Gamma Chapter. Since the reinstitution of the Gamma Chapter, we have quickly become one of the largest fraternities on Vanderbilt’s campus. Brothers have consistently held GPAs exceeding Vanderbilt’s all men’s average and helped the community through service and philanthropic efforts. The American Red Cross, the national partner organization for Phi Gamma Delta, has partnered with the Gamma Chapter to raise financial and social awareness for their mission. Moreover, Fiji brothers have hosted events in support of Second Harvest Food Bank in Nashville and partner with Youth Encouragement Services on a weekly basis. The brothers of Vanderbilt’s Fiji Chapter consistently strive to uphold the values of the fraternity: friendship, knowledge, service, morality and excellence. Our members come from all over the country and are leaders throughout campus, including members of each of Vanderbilt’s four undergraduate colleges and executive members of a variety of student organizations. Recruitment Chair: Austen Smith [email protected] Recruitment Chair: Brandon Williams [email protected] Phi Kappa Psi Founded in 1852 at Jefferson College in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity engages men of integrity, further develops their intellect and enhances community involvement. With a legacy built on acceptance and trust, each brother realizes his highest potential through a lifelong experience of service and excellence. To date, more than 114,000 men have been initiated into Phi Kappa Psi since its founding, with around 5,000 undergraduate members in 102 chapters across the country. As a colony, Vanderbilt Phi Kappa Psi is trying to set a new bar Vanderbilt Greek Life. Our chapter places a high emphasis on grades and academic excellence, setting our goal of having a higher GPA than all other men’s fraternities. We also strive to go above and beyond the national and Vanderbilt service requirement by trying to reach out to our local community whenever the opportunity presents itself. Our members control campus leadership by having brothers involved in Vanderbilt Student Government, Relay for Life, and Vanderbilt Theatre. Currently, our members hold positions as Vice President of the Student Body, Ingram Scholarship participant, President of the Club Baseball Team. 55 Pi Alpha Phi Colony Pi Alpha Phi was founded in 1929 at the University of California, Berkeley and is the oldest Asian-Interest fraternity in the country. As a new chapter at Vanderbilt, new members have the opportunity to build the chapter’s foundation for generations to come. You will have a very unique experience and one that will allow you to leave your legacy on campus. The purpose of Pi Alpha Phi is to perpetuate brotherhood, academic excellence, Asian American awareness, leadership and philanthropy. If these are the values you believe in or seek, we give you Pi Alpha Phi Fraternity. Although we are an Asian-Interest fraternity, it does not mean we only accept those of Asian descent. It just means that a core experience of our fraternity is that our men learn about and be aware of Asian and Asian American issues and culture. 56 Pi Alpha Phi is much more than a mere social organization, more than a way to meet people or a place to live. Pi Alpha Phi is much different from the typical social fraternity. Pi Alpha Phi men are committed to our Pillars and the traditions that our Founding Fathers established in 1929. Pi Alpha Phi provides many fantastic opportunities to grow and prepare our members for personal and career development. The experience that one gains as a member of Pi Alpha Phi does not end at graduation. You will reap the benefits throughout the rest of your life. Dues: Self-determined. Range between $100-$200 per semester National Dues: $650 lifetime Connect: Website: pialphaphi.com Facebook: facebook.com/ pialphaphi.nationalfraternity Twitter: twitter.com/pialphaphi For additional information please contact Doug Radtke, Expansion Chair, at [email protected] Chapter Awards: Outstanding Community Servant Connect: Website: studentorgs.vanderbilt.edu/sae Chapter Dues: Actives: $1,300 New Members: $1,125 Recruitment Chair: Neal Sutton [email protected] Sigma Alpha Epsilon The Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity has been a model of success since its conception in 1856. The fraternity’s inaugural chapter was the Alabama Mu chapter at the University of Alabama. A group of intuitive Vanderbilt students were quickly attracted to the standard of excellence portrayed by the fraternity, leading them to found the second Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter at Vanderbilt University in 1857. While originally constricted to the Southern states, the fraternity inevitably extended its influence and is now considered a major organization in forty-nine states with more than two hundred fifty chapters. In the last year, more than two thousand new initiates were invited to join over 300,000 active members. The Vanderbilt chapter, Tennessee Nu, strives to continue the precedent set by the organization’s commemorated past. Our fraternity stresses the importance of academics, athletics, and community involvement in order to mold well-balanced men. Our chapter boasts not only the highest grade point average of any Greek organization at Vanderbilt, but of any Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter in the country. In addition to our standard of academic excellence, our fraternity is actively involved in serving Nashville’s community. This includes cleaning parks, feeding the homeless, and conducting fund-raisers in order to preserve our fraternity, University, and the city of Nashville. First and foremost, our fraternity is dedicated to fostering a group of young men and turning them into “true gentlemen”, Sigma Alpha Epsilon’s guiding motto. Membership of the fraternity does not end at graduation; it is a life-long commitment. Our goal is to prepare young individuals to prosper in our society and contribute to the tradition of excellence being currently upheld by our many alumni. 57 Sigma Chi Founded in 1855, Sigma Chi is one of the oldest and largest college fraternities with 237 chapters throughout North America. The fundamental purpose of the Sigma Chi Fraternity is the cultivation, maintenance and accomplishment of the ideals of friendship, justice, and learning within our membership. At Vanderbilt, Sigma Chi prides itself on having leaders throughout campus and being actively involved within the community. Sigma Chi’s most notable philanthropic endeavor is Derby Days, which is an annual 3-day sorority competition to raise money and awareness. Two years ago following one of its own brothers being diagnosed with leukemia, Sigma Chi chose to change its Derby Days beneficiary to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Since then, Sigma Chi has raised over $100,000 during the past two Derby Days. 58 Awards: 2013-IFC Outstanding Community Service Project 2013-IFC Outstanding Alumni Relations 2013-IFC Chapter of the Year Sigma Chi National Peterson Significant Chapter Blue Award Connect: Website: wix.com/dannydjj12/ sigmachivanderbilt Dues: $1,000/Semester Recruitment Chair: Phil Schapiro [email protected] Greek Awards: Greek Man of the Year (Jake Tauscher) 2013-Outstanding Campus Involvement All-Sports Intramural Champions (3 Peat!!!) Connect: Website: vusigmanu.com Chapter Facebook Page: VanderbiltSigmaNuSigmaChapter Sigma Nu At Sigma Nu, we emphasize brotherhood and the values of Love, Honor and Truth. Our brothers are active members in many campus organizations including VSG, Honor Council, ROTC, Relay for Life, Powerlifting, Dodecs, etc. We have a diverse brotherhood with brothers from all parts of the country. Contact the Recruitment Chair listed below for more information. Dues: Active: Fall: $1,050 Spring: $450 New Member: Spring: $140 to the chapter $310 to National Headquarters Recruitment Chair: Jake Goldklang [email protected] 59 Zeta Beta Tau Founded 1898 Leave your Legacy – Become a Powerhouse of Excellence Zeta Beta Tau is thrilled to announce our re-colonization at Vanderbilt University in the 2013-2014 academic year. We are looking for men interested in becoming a Founding Father of the newest Greek organization on campus. Becoming a Founding Father gives you the unique opportunity to shape your own fraternity experience. You will be accepting an exciting challenge of identifying men who share the values of our organization. As a social men’s fraternity with a proud Jewish identity, we are excited to add a new values-driven organization to Vanderbilt University. ZBT is proud to partner with the University as a fully recognized Greek organization. 60 Connect: Website: zbt.org Facebook: Zeta Beta Tau Vanderbilt University For additional information please contact Michael Pollack, Expansion and Leadership Consultant, at [email protected] or Dave Lerner, Director of Expansion, at [email protected] Zeta Beta Tau is a Brotherhood of Kappa Nu, Phi Alpha, Phi Sigma Delta, Phi Epsilon Pi and Zeta Beta Tau. ZBT is represented on almost 90 campuses in the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom, and has close to 130,000 undergraduate and alumni Brothers throughout the world. If you accept the challenge of becoming a Founding Father of Zeta Beta Tau, you will be joining an international brotherhood with strong ties in Tennessee. If you, or someone you know, is interested in starting the newest Greek organization on campus, please contact Expansion and Leadership Consultant, Michael Pollack-Twomey. Our Mission The Office of Greek Life is a team of caring and committed advocates for a fraternity and sorority experience that upholds the values espoused by their organizations and Vanderbilt University. With the support of campus partners, International fraternity and sorority staff, and alumni, we provide opportunities that support student learning and add value to the collegiate experience and Vanderbilt University. Our Vision Our vision is a community where the fraternity and sorority experience is meaningful for all members and supports Vanderbilt University. Interested in Learning More about Greek Life? Please join us at the Greek Life Information Fair! 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