UPC Recruitment Guide

Your Guide To

Sorority Life aT Texas

www.texaspanhellenic.org

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Welcome leTTer 1Greek TerminoloGY 2HisTorY and Pillars of THe PanHellenic council 3-7

WHaT You need To knoW abouT recruiTmenT 8-13

PanHellenic cHaPTers aT Texas 14-27

cHaPTer Houses 28 & 29recruiTmenT counselors & HelPful HinTs 30

HoW To reGisTer 31financial resPonsibiliTY 32

frequenTlY asked quesTions 33

THe Greek alPHabeT & anTi-HazinG PolicY 34

recruiTmenT scHedule aT a Glance 36

Welcome Class of 2014 to the University of Texas at Austin!

We would both like to congratulate you on becoming a Longhorn and beginning your

exciting time at UT. The University Panhellenic Council (UPC) is comprised of 14 National

Panhellenic Sororities and has a total of 2,300 members, making us the largest women’s

organization on campus! By choosing to go through recruitment at Texas, you will open

yourself up to many different opportunities and have the potential to meet and connect

with many unique individuals.

The University Panhellenic Council is one of six Greek councils on our campus and

the Greek community makes up 11 percent of the student body at UT. Joining a UPC

sorority will allow you to be a part of this larger community that is strongly connected to

the University and the Austin community. The unity among councils was demonstrated

this year through the Inaugural Greek Grub event, where over 600 Greeks from all

councils came together to celebrate the strength of our community on campus .

As a member of a Panhellenic sorority, you have the opportunity to experience the

standard of excellence in scholarship, service, and leadership unique to our council.

The University Panhellenic Council boasts a higher GPA than the All-Women’s GPA and

donates countless hours to helping local charities and non-profit organizations. The entire

council supports Pink Zone, which is hosted during a UT Women’s basketball game, and

the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Austin and each individual sorority is dedicated

to a philanthropy that they work hard to support. Not only are Panhellenic women

intelligent and accomplished, but we are also involved in other organizations on campus.

Many are involved in Student Government, Senate of College Councils, Orange Jackets,

Texas Cheer & Pom, and UT Athletics.

We encourage you to read this guide to help you better understand what the

Panhellenic community can offer and help you decide if going through recruitment is

right for you. If you have further questions, feel free to visit www.texaspanhellenic.org

or e-mail us at [email protected]. We are here to help you through

the process and look forward to seeing you in the fall! Hook ‘em!

Wishing you the best,

Christie

Panhellenic President

Charissa

Panhellenic VP Recruitment

Welcome!

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acTive – An initiated member of a sorority chapter.

alumna (plural –ae) – Any initiated member of a sorority who has graduated from college.

badGe – The pin of an initiated member.

bid – A formal invitation to pledge or associate with a chapter.

bid daY – The final day of formal recruitment when the potential new member receives an invitation to join a chapter.

conTinuous oPen biddinG (COB) – A term for ongoing, informal recruitment. COB bids may be extended and accepted at any time during the school year other than formal recruitment. Not all UPC organizations participate in COB so it is recommended to participate in formal recruitment in order to interact with all sororities.

formal recruiTmenT – A designated membership period during which each NPC sorority holds a series of organized events. Formal Recruitment is implemented and organized by the University Panhellenic Council.

fraTerniTY – A social Greek letter brotherhood; the term “fraternity” also applies to some sororities.

iniTiaTe – A fully initiated member of a chapter.

iniTiaTion – A ritual or ceremony in which a new member begins full membership in that specific organization.

inTerfraTerniTY council (IFC) – The central governing body of men’s fraternities that provides service to chapters; the IFC holds chapters accountable for the policies and procedures of the council and the University.

laTino Pan-Hellenic council (LPHC) – The central governing body of the predominantly Latino/a based fraternal organizations.

leGacY – A woman whose mother, sister, or in some cases grandmother is an alumna or active member of a sorority. Legacy status varies from one chapter to another.

naTional Pan-Hellenic council (NPHC) – The governing body for the nine historically African American Greek organizations.

naTional PanHellenic conference (NPC) – NPC is a conference body composed of 26 national women’s fraternities.

neW member – A member of a Greek letter organization who has not yet been initiated.

neW member ProGram – The time when new members of an organization learn about the chapter.

PHilanTHroPY – A charitable project to raise money and awareness for a particular cause sponsored by each chapter on campus.

PoTenTial neW member (PNM) – A term used to describe a woman seeking membership in a Panhellenic organization.

recommendaTions and references – A written letter recommending a potential member for membership signed by an alumna of that particular chapter.

recruiTmenT counselor – A member of a Panhellenic sorority who disaffiliates during Formal Recruitment and assists PNMs through the recruitment process.

Texas asian Pan-Hellenic council (TAPC) - The governing body for the five Asian-interest Greek organizations at The University of Texas at Austin.

universiTY PanHellenic council (UPC) – The central governing body of the NPC sororities on campus that offers services to chapters and the community as a whole.

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Greek TerminoloGY

The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) was created in 1902 to help

form bonds between our sororities and create a set of guidelines regarding

recruitment. Today there are 26 fraternal organizations that are affiliated

with NPC and exist to assist collegiate and alumnae member groups to

foster interfraternal relationships. Members are represented on over

620 college campuses in the US and Canada.

When you join one of the 14 NPC sororities at Texas, you also become a

member of the University Panhellenic Council (UPC). UPC is the governing

body of the fourteen national NPC-affiliated sororities at The University

of Texas at Austin. UPC is run by an executive board, whose officers are

chosen on a rotational basis to equally represent women from all fourteen

chapters at UT. UPC serves as a forum for the discussion of current issues

facing college students and the Greek community and also promotes

equality; therefore, establishing guidelines that govern membership

recruitment, social activities, publicity, and member responsibilities.

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The UT Panhellenic Community takes great

pride in their level of scholastic achievement.

Beginning as a new member all the way to

graduation, sororities encourage, develop,

and maintain academic progress. In addition,

studies have shown that students who are

members of Greek organizations are more

likely to graduate compared to students who

are not affiliated.

Both the All New Member GPA and the All

Panhellenic GPA consistently exceed the All

University Women’s GPA.

councilPanHellenicuniversiTYPillars of THe

scHolarsHiP

All Panhellenic organizations offer many options and incentives to help new

members transition academically from high school to college.

• Weekly study sessions

• Chapter/National scholarships (offered annually)

• Panhellenic Scholarships (offered each semester)

• Tutoring, Study Buddies

• Order of Omega Honor Society

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Fall 2009 Chapter GPAs

All New Member GPA 3.209

All Panhellenic GPA 3.313

All University Women GPA 3.16

All University GPA 3.10

Panhellenic members with a 4.0 – 236 members


leadersHiPOne of the top priorities of our sorority community is to offer chapter

members a variety of positions to sharpen their leadership skills. Sororities

provide a solid foundation in leadership training and networking that

prepares members for the demands and responsibilities needed in their

future careers.

Opportunities within the Sorority Community:

• Chapter Executive Boards

• Chapter Committee Chairs

• University Panhellenic Council

Executive Board

• University Panhellenic Council

Committee Chair

• Order of Omega Executive Council

• Greek Leadership Retreat Executive

Board or Facilitator

You will also find sorority members involved

in student government, orientation, as well

as leaders of various campus clubs and

spirit groups.

Greek Life Opportunities on Campus:

Order of Omega Honor Society – Order of Omega is a Greek honorary

organization and seeks to recognize outstanding junior and senior fraternity

and sorority men and women who have excelled in academics and leadership

endeavors both within and beyond their chapter. The UT chapter coordinates

the annual Order of Omega Awards Ceremony each year.

Greek Leadership Retreat – Leaders from all 65 fraternity and sorority

chapters come together in the spring to assist current and potential officers in

developing and refining their leadership skills. The student executive board

and facilitators plan the curriculum and lead small group discussions and

activities.

The CHANGE Institute: Transforming Self And Community - Members of

fraternities and sororities and other student organizations apply to attend

this weekend institute that focuses on critical issues relating to diversity,

including social responsibility and social justice.

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communiTY service & PHilanTHroPYOne of the most gratifying aspects of Greek life at

Texas is giving back to the community through

philanthropy, social awareness and community

service. Within the sorority community

chapters plan and sponsor various philanthropy

events for national and local charities, which

raise thousands of dollars each year. Sororities

also participate in local community service

activities like volunteering at local shelters and

soup kitchens as well as tutoring at elementary

schools in Austin. Helping people in need and

doing things for the community is an integral

part of life and is reinforced throughout your

time as a sorority member.

The University Panhel-

lenic Council also holds it’s

own philanthropy events.

Each spring the fourteen

sororities come together

to attend the Pink Zone

which is hosted during a UT

Women’s basketball game.

Pink Zone is a great way to

meet other sorority mem-

bers while raising awareness

and money for Susan G. Ko-

men for the Cure.

In the fall the University Panhellenic Council organizes a Panhellenic team to

participate in Austin’s Susan G. Koman Race for the Cure. This past year our

team had over 350 members and a special booth at the event to promote

Panhellenic and show our dedication to finding a cure for breast cancer.

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Fourteen Sororities Unite for One Cause


sisTerHoodThe spirit of our sorority community makes

our large campus seem smaller and more

like home. Regardless of the chapter you

join, the friendships that are formed are life

long.

Sorority chapters at Texas provide a diverse

selection of events that will enrich your social

life and take you beyond the daily routine

of class, working and studying. Formals,

casuals, date events, and chapter retreats

support the goal of bringing members

together to develop the bonds of friendship.

Many sororities also participate in various

intramural sports and tournaments

throughout the year. These sporting events

encourage bonding, promote health and

fitness, and are great way to get back to

playing your favorite sports.

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RecruitmentNeed to Know About

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How Formal Recruitment WorksFormal recruitment is hosted by the University Panhellenic Council (UPC) and is a great way to meet the 14 National Panhellenic Conference chapters at The University of Texas. As a new or returning student at Texas, formal recruitment is a great introduction to the campus and an excellent way to form a network of close friends within just a few days.

Formal recruitment is conducted through the means of mutual selection. At the end of each round, potential new members (PNM) will select the chapters they would like to visit again. Likewise, the chapters invite back PNMs that they believe will be a good fit for their chapter. A computer software program then compiles the data and schedules are produced for each PNM for the next day of events. This process continues throughout the week until Preference Night. Immediately following the last preference event, preference card signing will be explained to all PNMs.

It is very important that you keep an open mind during formal recruitment. All of our chapters at Texas have a wonderful experience to offer and by participating in formal recruitment you are taking the first step toward an active and enriching experience as a sorority member at The University of Texas at Austin. Without a doubt, you will meet women who will become your best friends during your college years and beyond.

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Recruitment Guidelines1. You MUST register with the University Panhellenic Council in order to participate in Formal Recruitment. This can be done online by visiting our website at www.texaspanhellenic.org. (also see page 31)

2. All PNMs will attend Opening Convocation and all events to which she has been invited. In the event of illness or other emergency, she will notify her Recruitment Counselor or a member of the recruitment team, if she cannot attend. An unexcused absence from any event will result in AUTOMATIC DISMISSAL from the recruitment process.

3. You may not bring a vehicle to recruitment events or be driven to recruitment events. We make our best effort to get you everywhere on time and provide busses for houses that are far from others. Wear comfortable shoes or bring flip flops and change into heels when you reach your destination. It is Texas, so please expect it to be hot.

4. Cell phone use is not permitted during ANY scheduled Panhellenic recruitment event - this includes convocations. Any usage outside of emergency purposes will result in removal for the day. We would prefer for you to NOT bring cell phones to events, as we will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.

5. Attendance at fraternity parties is not allowed during Recruitment. 6. During recruitment, you may have no contact with sorority members (alumnae or active members) except for normal, casual contact. Casual contact is friendly behavior or the way you would normally address an acquaintance.

7. Strict silence is enforced between the time of the last preference event on Monday, August 23rd until the end of Bid Day on Tuesday, August 24th. Any contact made between a sorority member (alumna or active) is strictly forbidden and will lead to dismissal from the recruitment process. This includes alumnae relatives.

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Round by RoundOpening ConvocationWednesday, August 18Event Length: 1 hourWhat Happens: Opening Convocation is an orientation to formal recruitment. It is also the time where PNMs will meet their Recruitment Counselors and the Panhellenic Recruitment Team, who will guide them through the entire week. Each day there will be convocations. This is the time when you will meet with your Recruitment Counselors and receive your invitations and event schedules for that day. All convocations are casual and do not involve any sorority women, other than the Recruitment Counselors. What to Wear: Casual attire, although, as the week continues you may want to dress for your recruitment events prior to the scheduled convocation.

Open HouseThursday, August 19Event Length: 20 minutes eachWhat Happens: This round of events is focused on the importance and excitement of “Going Greek!” Every PNM will visit 13 chapters this day. You will walk from house to house with your Recruitment Counselors and recruitment group.What to Wear: Each PNM will be given a Recruitment T-shirt to wear during Open House. Khaki shorts are suggested, as well as tennis shoes.

Philanthropy DayFriday, August 20 & Saturday, August 21Event Length: 45 minutes eachWhat Happens: This round is divided into two days and is focused on community service. You may attend up to ten events over these two days. At each chapter you visit, you will participate in a small project that will benefit the chapter’s local or national philanthropy. In addition, chapters may choose to perform a few songs or provide information about their philanthropy and chapter events.What to Wear: Comfortable daytime dress or skirt, comfortable sandals, wedges, or flats. NO denim or flip flops


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Skit NightSunday, August 22Event Length: 45 minutes eachWhat Happens: This round of events is focused on entertainment. You may attend up to six events this day. Each chapter will perform a skit that will showcase their personality and values. Each chapter will also allow plenty of time for one-on-one conversations.

What to Wear: Attire is a little more dressy than tea/daytime dresses but not formal.

Preference NightMonday, August 23Event Length: 1 hour each

What Happens: This round is the most serious round in the recruitment process. A potential new member may attend up to three events this day. These events focus on the deepest aspects of sorority life, including sisterhood, friendship and ritual. This is your last chance to interact with chapter members. What to Wear: Cocktail dress (typically black)

Bid DayTuesday, August 24Event Length: All day

What Happens: All potential new members will gather at Hogg Auditorium on campus to receive their sorority bid. You will then be invited back to the house of the sorority you have joined to participate in fun activities such as pictures, dinner, and “get-to-know-you games.” These activities vary by chapter, but are guaranteed fun!What to Wear: Same as Philanthropy Day

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Letters of Recommendation

Reference and recommendation letters are written by sorority alumnae members and introduce a potential new member to the chapter and describe more about the potential new member’s activities. You may choose to have reference or recommendation letters sent on your behalf to all sororities participating in formal recruitment.

Two ways to obtain a reference or recommendation: • Register with your local Alumnae Panhellenic - This will provide you with an opportunity to gain assistance in getting reference letters, possibly meet sorority alumnae in your area, and attend a recruitment information session. The registration form that you will complete for your local alumnae Panhellenic will be very similar to the form you will complete for the University Panhellenic Council. Most Alumnae Panhellenic Associations start collecting registration forms in early spring, therefore it is best to take care of that as soon as possible. • You may seek out and obtain sorority alumnae to write letters on your behalf - Once an alumna has offered or been asked to write a reference, she may request some information from you. The alumna writing the reference is solely responsible for obtaining the appropriate form from her national organization, completing the form, and mailing it to the correct destination. You should not be involved in that process. Panhellenic does not have reference forms available nor can it obtain them for potential new members.

Reference and recommendation letters do not guarantee the potential new member a bid. Many of our sororities require a reference from an alumna member of their sorority before a woman can join, however they are not essential for every sorority. All letters are mailed directly to the chapter house address. If you have questions regarding references, please contact your local Alumnae Panhellenic or the University Panhellenic Council.

If you or a sorority alumna have questions regarding references, please contact your local Alumnae Panhellenic or Greek Life and Intercultural Education on the web at www.texasgreeks.com or (512) 471-9700.


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Recruitment ContactAcademic Year and Summer ContactsThe following rules apply to any female interested in joining a Panhellenic sorority.• Potential new members may not attend any organized sorority function outside of formal recruitment events.• No oral or written invitations can be made to a potential new member by a sorority member or representative (alumna or other) to attend any activity or social function.• Potential new members may not be deliberately contacted in any way. This includes telephone calls, letters, facebook messages, and gifts of any sort.• Potential new members are strongly discouraged from attending any fraternity activities.• A potential new member may not stay overnight in a sorority house unless she is a sister of a sorority member living in the house.• Positive Panhellenic contact is to be used at all times. This means that all active and alumnae members must promote and encourage personal and informative Panhellenic-spirited contact with potential members at all times, year-round

SilenceDefinition: Silence means no conversation or contact between potential new members and sorority members, alumnae or chapter representatives except at specified Panhellenic recruitment events. Potential new members may not discuss sorority membership with other potential new members. Reason: Silence allows potential new members to make decisions free from outside pressures and opinions of others. Rules: Silence begins at 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 11, 2010. Potential new members may not attend fraternity parties. Potential new members may not receive anything from any representative of a sorority until they have accepted their bids. Sorority representatives may not issue oral invitations to parties or to pledge. Silence Ends: A potential new member who registers for formal recruitment is on silence until 2:00 p.m. on Bid Day even if she withdraws from recruitment.

Potential New Member’s Bill of Rights• The right to be treated as an individual• The right to be fully informed about the recruitment process• The right to ask questions and receive true objective answers from recruitment counselors and members• The right to be treated with respect• The right to be treated as a capable and mature person without being patronized• The right to ask how and why and receive straight answers• The right to have and express opinions to recruitment counselors• The right to have unbreakable confidentiality when sharing information with recruitment counselors• The right to make informed choices without undue pressure from others• The right to be fully informed about the binding agreements implicit in the preference card signing• The right to make one’s own choices and decision and accept full responsibility for the results of the decision• The right to have a positive, safe, and enriching recruitment and new member experience

If at any time you feel that you are not being treated according to the precepts outlined here, contact your Recruitment Counselor at once. With your permission, your Recruitment Counselor should then inform the Panhellenic Council of the issue and take immediate and appropriate action to rectify the situation.

Alpha Chi Omega

Nickname Alpha Chi National Website www.alphachiomega.org

Local Website www.texasachio.com

Founded October 15, 1885, De Pauw University, Greencastle, IN

UT Chapter Founded Alpha Phi Chapter, 1924

Mascot Koala Bear Flower Red Carnation Symbol Lyre

Colors Scarlet and Olive Green Motto Together let us seek the heights

Philanthropy Domestic Violence Awareness

New Member Program 8 weeks

Notes

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Alpha Delta Pi

Nickname A-D-Pi National Website www.alphadeltapi.org

Local Website www.texasadpi.com

Founded May 15, 1851, Wesleyan Female College, Macon, GA

UT Chapter Founded Delta Chapter, 1906

Mascot Lion Flower Woodland Violet Symbol Diamond

Colors Azure Blue and White Motto We live for each other

Philanthropy The Ronald McDonald House


Notes

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Alpha Epsilon Phi

Nickname A-E-Phi, Phi National Website www.aephi.org

Local Website www.texasphi.com

Founded October 24, 1909, Barnard College, New York, NY

UT Chapter Founded Omega Chapter, 1925

Mascot Giraffe Flower Lily of the Valley Symbol Pearl

Colors Green and White Motto Multa Corda, Una Causa (Many

Hearts One Purpose) Philanthropy The Elizabeth Glazer Pediatric

AIDS Foundation New Member Program 8 weeks

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Alpha Phi

Nickname A-Phi (A-Phee) National Website www.alphaphi.org

Local Website www.utalphaphi.com

Founded October 10, 1872, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY

UT Chapter Founded Omega Chapter, 1920

Mascot Phi Bear Flower Forget-Me-Not Symbol Ivy Leaf

Colors Silver and Bordeaux Motto Union hand in hand

Philanthropy Cardiac Care for Women


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Alpha Xi Delta

Nickname Alpha Xi National Website www.alphaxidelta.org

Local Website www.utexas.alphaxidelta.org

Founded April 17, 1893, Lombard College, Galesburg, IL

UT Chapter Founded Beta Alpha Chapter, 1929

Mascot BetXi Bear Flower Pink Rose Symbol Quill

Colors Double Blue and Gold

Motto Inspiring women to realize their potential

Philanthropy Autism Speaks New Member Program 6-8 weeks

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Chi Omega

Nickname Chi-O National Website www.chiomega.org

Local Website www.texaschiomega.com

Founded April 5, 1895, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR

UT Chapter Founded Iota Chapter, 1904 Mascot Owl

Flower White Carnation Symbol Skull & Crossbones

Colors Cardinal and Straw Motto Hellenic Culture and Christian Ideals

Philanthropy Make a Wish Foundation New Member Program 10 weeks

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Delta Delta Delta

Nickname Tri-Delt(a) National Website www.tridelta.org

Local Website orgsync.com/:tridelt

Founded November 27, 1888, Boston University, Boston, MA

UT Chapter Founded Theta Zeta Chapter, 1912

Mascot Dolphin Flower Pansy Symbol Trident, Delta Pearl

Colors Silver, Gold & Blue Motto Let us steadfastly love one another

Philanthropy St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital


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Delta Gamma

Nickname D-G National Website www.deltagamma.org

Local Website www.utdeltagamma.com

Founded December 25, 1873, Lewis School for Girls, Oxford, MS

UT Chapter Founded Beta Eta Chapter, 1939

Mascot Hannah (Raggedy Ann) Flower Cream-Colored Rose

Symbol Anchor Colors Bronze, Pink and Blue Motto Do Good

Philanthropy Service for Sight


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Kappa Alpha Theta

Nickname Theta National Website www.kappaalphatheta.org

Local Website www.texastheta.org

Founded January 27, 1870, DePauw University, Greencastle, IN

UT Chapter Founded Alpha Theta Chapter, 1904

Flower Black and Gold Pansy Symbol Kite

Colors Black and Gold

Philanthropy Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)


Notes

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Kappa Delta

Nickname K-D National Website www.kappadelta.org

Local Website orgsync.com/:kappadelta Founded October 23, 1897,

State Female Normal School, Farmville, VA UT Chapter Founded

Sigma Epsilon Chapter, 1921 Mascot Teddy Bear Flower White

Rose Symbol Daggers, Nautilus Shell, Katydid Colors Olive Green

& Pearl White Motto Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful

and highest. Philanthropy Prevent Child Abuse America & Girl Scouts

of the USA New Member Program 6 weeks

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Kappa Kappa Gamma

Nickname Kappa National Website www.kappakappagamma.org

Local Website www.texaskappa.org

Founded October 13,1870, Monmouth College, Monmouth, IL

UT Chapter Founded Beta Xi Chapter, 1920

Mascot Owl Flower Fleur-de-lis

Symbol Key Colors Dark and Light Blue

Philanthropy Reading Is Fundamental


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Pi Beta Phi

Nickname Pi Phi National Website www.pibetaphi.org

Local Website www.pibetaphi.org/utexas/

Founded April 28, 1867, Monmouth College, Monmouth, IL

UT Chapter Founded Texas Alpha Chapter, 1902

Mascot Angel Flower Wine Carnation

Symbol Arrow Colors Wine and Silver Blue

Philanthropy Literacy


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Sigma Delta Tau

Nickname Sig-Delt, S-D-T National Website www.sigmadeltatau.org

Local Website www.texassigdelt.com

Founded March 25, 1917, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

UT Chapter Founded Tau Chapter, 1939

Mascot Teddy Bear Flower Golden Tea Rose Symbol Torch

Colors Café au Lait and Old Blue Motto Patriae Multae Spes Una

(One Hope of Many People) Philanthropy Prevent Child Abuse America


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Zeta Tau Alpha

Nickname Zeta National Website www.zetataualpha.org

Local Website www.texaszta.net

Founded October 15, 1898, State Female Normal School, Longwood, VA

UT Chapter Founded Kappa Chapter, 1906

Mascot Bunny Flower White Violet Symbol Crown & Strawberry

Colors Turquoise Blue and Steel Gray Motto Seek the Noblest

Philanthropy Breast Cancer Education and Awareness


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Once you have accepted membership to a sorority at UT, new members

remain in the residence halls or apartments on or off campus during their

freshman year or first year of membership. Typically, sorority members do

not move in the chapter house until their sophomore, junior or senior year,

however, nearly all groups have an expectation that members will live in the

chapter facility at some point during their time at UT.

Benefits Include:

• Full time, live in House Directors

• Complete residential facilities, serving all meals during the week

• Alcohol-free policies exist for all sorority houses

• Regular fire and safety inspections

• Security provided in all houses

• Competitive with west campus living prices & location

Sorority House Living:

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cHaPTerHouses

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Pi beTa PHi

kaPPa alPHa THeTa

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House direcTors

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recruiTmenTcounselors

Women participating in formal recruitment will be assigned to a recruitment

group led by three or four recruitment counselors. A recruitment counselor is

a current sorority member at The University of Texas at Austin who volunteers

to serve as an unbiased mentor during formal recruitment. Recruitment

counselors are women chosen from each of our sorority chapters but they will

be disaffiliated, which means they wtill not be able to reveal which sorority

they belong to. Because of this, they will be able to answer any questions you

may have throughout the week of recruitment in order to help you decide

which sorority is the best fit for you!

Helpful Hints from your Recruitment Counselors!

• RELAX! Recruitment is about meeting new friends and making

memories! Relax and be yourself.

• During each round, you will meet many women and have the

opportunity to learn about sorority activities and sorority life. You

are encouraged to ask any question you have about membership in a

particular sorority.

• Keep an open mind about all the chapters. Don’t let anyone influence

your decisions. Look at what each sorority has to offer and what

makes each unique.

• BE COMFORTABLE! Remember is will be August in Texas and it

will be extremely hot! Make sure that you will be comfortable moving

around outside as well as sitting on the floor in what you wear.

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The only group that you are required to register

with for recruitment is University Panhellenic

Council at The University of Texas at Austin.

Visit www.texaspanhellenic.org and register

online. No paper applications will be accepted

this year. You will be asked to upload a photo as

well as have the option to pay online, however

it is acceptable to mail in your payment if you

would rather not use the online payment option.

In this case your check would follow the fee

timeline listed below. Please make your check or

money order payable to University Panhellenic

Council and mail to:

The University Panhellenic Council

Attn: UPC Advisor

1 University Station, A5800

Austin, Texas 78712

Registration Fee Timeline:

$70.00 if register online by 11:59am on July 31, 2010

$85.00 if register online after 12:00am on August 1, 2010

$80 if postmarked by July 31, 2010

$85 if postmarked after July 31, 2010

August 17, 2010 at 5:00pm will conclude registration for The University

Panhellenic Council Recruitment 2010.

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resPonsibiliTYfinancial

It is important for students and parents to be as informed as possible

regarding the costs associated with obtaining a college education.

Understanding the financial obligations associated with sorority

membership is just as important.

Required FeesChapter fees fund various activities of the organization such as academic

programs, service activities, alumni and parent events, national dues and

lifetime membership. The ranges below reflect 2009 dues, room, and

board information:

New Member Fall Semester - $1450.00 - $2372.50

New Member Spring Semester - $1231.80 - $1432.50

Active Member – In House - $3863.50 - $5552.50

Active Member – Out of House - $1100.00 - $1304.88

Additional/Optional Fees

Additional costs throughout the semester may include parking at the

chapter house*, optional meal plans, pictures, gifts, social events,

t-shirts, etc. *parking availability and cost will vary by chapter

Several chapters at the University of Texas at Austin offer payment plans

and scholarships for members who need financial assistance. Please note

that when you become a new member of a sorority, you are affiliating with

that organization. If at any time you decide to disaffiliate, you may still be

held responsible for fees or payments required to fulfill your contract with

the organization.

During formal recruitment, a potential member should ask sorority

members about financial obligations and payment options. Each sorority

sets its own fees and housing costs as well as their payment schedule.

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Who participates in Panhellenic Formal Recruitment in the Fall?

While UPC represents 14 NPC organizations, Sigma Delta Tau (SDT) does not currently

participate in formal recruitment events. The ladies of SDT will have a chance to talk about

their process at Opening Convocation and they will host COB events at the conclusion of

formal recruitment. The organizations that participate in formal recruitment are as follows:

Alpha Chi Omega (ACW) Alpha Delta Pi (ADP) Alpha Epsilon Phi (AEF) Alpha Phi

(AF) Alpha Xi Delta (AXD) Chi Omega (CW) Delta Delta Delta (DDD) Delta Gamma (DG)

Kappa Alpha Theta (KAQ) Kappa Delta (KD) Kappa Kappa Gamma (KKG) Pi Beta Phi (PBF)

Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA)

Should I attend The University of Texas at Austin’s summer orientation?

Yes! Orientation allows you to take placement tests, to earn college credit, pre-register for

classes and become acquainted with the campus. It is wise to take placement tests in the

summer, or you may have to take them during Recruitment Week and be unable to attend

recruitment events. Find us at the Sorority & Fraternity Info Session or at the Student

Organization Tables!

Where do I live during Recruitment Week?

You will live where you plan to reside during the school year. You will need to contact

your residence hall to find out what the move-in date is and to make the appropriate

arrangements, as there may be a prorated cost associated with early move-in.

A chapter contacted me to hang out this summer, should I attend?

No chapter should engage in summer recruitment activities of any kind. Chapters that

do not abide by this policy are breaking the rules and will be subject to sanctions by

their national organization. It is wise to think twice about joining a chapter that would

knowingly break the rules.

How much time does a sorority take?

There is a required meeting once a week where you will exchange information on chapter

events and fraternity education. Weekly chapter study sessions are a programming option for

all members, in addition to events like sisterhood activities, community service projects, and

social events. Remember, the more you put into the sorority, the more you will get out of it.

How long will it take to be initiated?

Most chapters have moved to a period that ranges from six to ten weeks. The new-member

period affords opportunities to meet other members, learn fraternity history and feel at home

in the chapter. Each chapter establishes its own new-member program and initiation dates.

This is a great question to ask the active members as you meet them during recruitment.

What is Spring Recruitment?

The University of Texas University Panhellenic Council does not sponsor or organize

a formal spring recruitment, however some chapters continue to recruit and pledge

women throughout the school year. Events are organized and scheduled at each chapter’s

convenience and UPC can keep you updated on the details of these events. If you want the

opportunity to interact with all fourteen of our sororities before making your

sorority choice, then you should participate in fall formal recruitment. 33

If I am a sophomore, should I go through Formal Recruitment?

We encourage anyone to register and attend Formal Recruitment! This fall will be the

first time for the UT Austin Panhellenic Community to have a sophomore quota. This

process will allow for an increased placement of sophomores in all chapters during

formal recruitment.

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A B G D E ZH Q I K L MN O P R ST U F C Y W

Alpha Beta Gamma Delta Epsilon Zeta

Eta Theta Iota Kappa Lambda Mu

Nu Xi Omicron Pi Rho Sigma

Tau Upsilon Phi Chi Psi Omega

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PolicYHazinGanTi

“Hazing” or “hazing activity” means any intentional, knowing, or reckless

act, occurring on or off the campus of an educational institution, by

one person alone or acting with others, directed against a student, that

endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the

purpose of pledging, being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office

in, or maintaining membership in any organization whose members are

primarily students at an educational institution.

The University of Texas at Austin is committed to providing a safe

educational environment for everyone and does not tolerate hazing by

any group or individual affiliated with the University. The University

expects that all students and student organizations will observe and

fully comply with state law, Regents’ Rules, University regulations, and

administrative rules associated with the prohibition of hazing.

Hazing is prohibited under state law, and the University will initiate

disciplinary action in response to hazing incidents that take place during

official functions of the University, or those sponsored by registered

student organizations, or incidents that have a substantial connection

to the interests of the University regardless of the location in which they

occur, on or off campus

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Opening ConvocationHogg Auditorium7:00pm

Open HouseChapter Houses(13 events, 20 mins each)

9:30am - 7:15pm

ConvocationTexas Union Ballroom

8:00pm

Convocation Various Locations with Recruitment Counselor Group

3:00pm

Philanthropy Day(Up to 5 events, 45 mins each)

4:30pm - 9:35pm

Philanthropy Day Continued(Up to 5 events, 45 mins each)

Chapter Houses9:00am - 2:05pm


2:00pm


3:00pm

Skit Night(Up to 6 events, 45 mins each)

4:00pm-10:45pm


10:00pm


3:00pm

Preference Night(Up to 3 events, 60 mins each)

5:30pm-10:30pm

Preferential Convocation10:00pm

Bid DayHogg Auditorium1:00pmChapter Houses for activities the rest of the day!36

WednesdayAugust 18

ThursdayAugust 19

FridayAugust 20

SaturdayAugust 21

SundayAugust 22

MondayAugust 23

TuesdayAugust 24

Map of Sorority Houses

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Please visit our website at

www.texaspanhellenic.orgto complete the online registration form and

for more information about Formal Recruitment

at The university of Texas at austin.

UPC Recruitment Guide

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