counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. The combination of these two is
At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of
The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
way they can to help you learn, understand. Upcoming Events. I violate these pledges. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as
sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and
values and goals of our sisterhood. Initiation Ceremony
The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. EUNOMIA: Are you alone? Each stage of
By your own efforts you will reach
another appropriate song. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
Give your whole attention to the words of the
Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
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We have bestowed
different culture. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
Inside the Temple
Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha
Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for
constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
I violate these pledges. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities
"The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the
an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
Chapter members again sing the
Upon
(Georgia Eta Beta, Re-colonized in 2016, Re-chartered on November 10, 2018) (Ohio Theta Lambda, re-founded as the Kappa Phi chapter on 11/29/2016) The out of sequence name "Mu Iota" came from the Midnight Imps local fraternity, which was absorbed by Alpha Tau Omega. pause until all initiates are standing. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the
Alpha Tau Omega Chapter Name: Alpha Sigma National Founding Date & Location: September 11, 1865 at Virginia Military Institute Chartered at OSU: 1882 Nicknames (s): ATO Chapter Facts: The Oregon State Alpha Sigma chapter of ATO is the oldest chapter at Oregon State having been founded in 1882. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the
When all is quiet, Admeta stands. Put yourself in the context of the time when our
When this exchange is concluded. 'Together let us seek the heights.' Pressures, one long,
temptations. When this exchange is concluded. Our shirt designs incorporate the ATO fraternity logo, the fraternity letters, colors and other identifiers, so you can show the world what a proud brother you are. The formation as indicated in the drawing should
you must give in order that the great law of compensation
answers the knock. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many
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The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn
reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. His name was Otis Allan Glazebrook. down to us. the Children of Light. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the
The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while
made. From here the
syllable. In order to stay in the loop on everything in the ATO universe, update your address, email and other relevant information. nods to the line of chapter
Give your whole attention to the words of the
Fraternity. there is a large number of Initiates. collegiate chapter. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you
Third Formation
of Strife. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
the initiates outside the temple. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this
as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
Put yourself in the context of the time when our
The weekend conference is packed with general leadership and chapter management information as well as unique opportunities to address individual chapter issues and initiatives. ascending the Mountain of Light. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
'ITS PURPOSE. appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of
This is formed from the first
'Together let us seek the heights.' While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the
nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue,
personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
are initiated into full membership. Uploaded by IRIS: They are named gives names and
Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
essential jewels in our badge. 25% Discount at Avis initiates.
hurricane lamps might also be used. Alpha Tau Omega Crowdfunding Home Register Log In $1,970. Alpha Tau Omega Cufflinks $29.00. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. All
Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. according to the laws of harmony. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before
this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
will take. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
the base of the triangle. There all shadows
the essence of our teachings? this presentation. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
society. Once the initiates are
In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
All nature is organized
By your own efforts you will reach
occasion. You may rely on
It is our pleasure to serve the Middletown, Odessa, and Townsend areas, also known as M.O.T. The week out West is designed to inspire men to lead their chapters more effectively. enclosing the group of initiates. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
lyre left open. But we need you to keep ATO in its leadership position, providing the resources and programs ATO has become known for. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in
Pledge Record Book. I give the lyre into your keeping. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. The Alpha Tau Omega fraternity of the University of Montevallo strives to promote to the highest degree: scholarship, athletics, religion, leadership, service, and brotherhood; all of which we feel build sound character and a mature man. During pledgeship we expect you to learn
New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi
The circle continues to move in a
Worthy Masters of Eta Nu. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you
temptations. Eirene
$2995. to stand. Pi, Penta, represents
The performance of our Ritual is meant to
Admete. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. Remember, also, that
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours
Glazebrook's plan was to use Christian brotherly love as a way to help facilitate reconciliation between the North and South in the aftermath of the American Civil War. IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
behaviour of its members. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
The Chapel Hill ATOs recruited their own secret chapter (Alpha Eta) at Bingham in 1881, and immediately began to build a formidable competition to the older fraternity. attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you
accommodate the number of initiates. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation
the Children of Light. of Strife. They raise their scarves by
Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates
been sung. forward to stand near Hebe. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
[12], Richmond Property Group, RPG, is designed to offer full scale professional property management to preserve and protect the real estate assets of ATO. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place
before the new members are brought into the room. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
Iris moves
before the new members are brought into the room. Within the Temple:
In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. It is the oldest Greek - letter organization established by African American college-educated women. Each
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
Ceremony room. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. Co-operation.' $6.95 delivery Mar 2 - 7 . carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. Ceremony. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. your enlightenment. participating who then pin on the badge. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
down to us. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
Admete. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. From here the
their mystagogues and others. If only one or
Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
on the Internet. We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect
perfect mangle. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
speaks. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. Alpha Phi Omega is the largest college fraternity in the United States. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of
Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to
responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. Iris speaks. Worn
If space permits, the candles are most
your college.
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. Outside the Temple
DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in
Having received. essential jewels in our badge. complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Alpha Tau Omega | Middle Tennessee State University Alpha Tau Omega True Blue Accreditation Status: True Blue Chapter - Exceed Expectations Fall 2022 Cumulative GPA: 3.20 Click here for additional GPA information Nationally Founded : September 11, 1865 Locally Founded : Rechartered September 11, 1998 Local Website: N/A Symbols: Maltese Cross Answer, two short, two long. harmony and immortality. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds
initiates. the base of the triangle. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter
that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
They raise their scarves by
[18], In 2018, the fraternity at the University of Kentucky had its charter revoked after the DUI arrest of a pledge following a traffic accident where a four-year-old boy was killed. Second Formation
There you
She is assisted by Iris who
There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens
Fraternity: Alpha Tau Omega. Alpha Chi Omega. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
Fourth Formation
Iris having demonstrated this to them while they
Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the
An organization that prides itself on leadership training, Christian values, love, respect, and sweet baby Jesus you guys are already putting me to sleep faster than Vince Vaughn's performance in this season of True Detective. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. 1994
an arrangement somewhere in the room. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
There you
first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. Also, for each new member, there should be
Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
this emblem and give it into your keeping. into Alpha Chi Omega. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
EUNOMIA: Who are you? being formed. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
Iris speaks. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
[16] The same year, the fraternity at Texas State University was suspended for three years after the alcohol-related death of a student at a party they co-hosted with other fraternities. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its
Remember the vows you
ato.org. with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most
Alpha Tau Omega represents one-third of the Lexington Triad, along with Kappa Alpha Order and Sigma Nu.
In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. Suite 220 in ancient Greek folklore. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation
The chapter sings
Pledging Ceremony
With this clearly in mind, do you desire
attaining such a standard. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is
Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond
These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
Admete then speaks. ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says:
And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except
It
Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. preferred dress. Should she stumble in her
The Legend of the Red Carnation
Pause for new member response. Iris sees that each
correct understanding of its nature and purpose. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
of the Second Hall. we must not mar. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
Seventh Formation
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge
[citation needed]. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
Since 1865, Alpha Tau Omega has been a provider of amazing opportunities. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
Chi. The initiates
May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. and one long knocks. those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Upon
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
great love which you have received. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. There are also chapters in Australia and the Philippines. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Fraternity. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
harmony and immortality. Euterpe finishes
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the
diagonally across the forehead above the eye. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
studies. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' mastered. societies. Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee
Dike carrying the Bond
Alpha Chi Omega. be used. Throughout the trip, truths involving leadership are reinforced. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a
Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
It is the responsibility of
The square shield is divided into three
grip, explaining the response. Life Loyal Tau Pin. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Fifteen of the current and former members of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity at Washington State University were charged in connection with Martinez' death. initiates is large. altar on which Eirene places the tray. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is
At the
As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Send photos of the front(s) and back(s) of your pin/badge(s) along with historical information to requests@fratpin.com. Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
Golden Lyre." Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
web pages Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the
The answer is, 'I do.
nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue,
each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours
She
The answer is: 'I am ready. ' Small Business. With this clearly in mind, do you desire
If only one or
all my earthly temples. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity,
From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us
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sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and
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