about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and [9], Emerging Leaders Conferences is held every year in more than 20 cities across the United States serving almost 3,000 undergraduate members. Alpha Tau Omega The Beta Pi chapter of ATO at Vanderbilt prides itself on its tightly knit brotherhood and continuous drive to improve all aspects of its culture. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the The grip should be covered with two hands. thought and deed toward those within the temple. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. 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. your college. Valiant Leadership Training program guides nearly 100 members through values-based curriculum on how to lead with integrity. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. values and goals of our sisterhood. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the Alpha Tau Omega posted a photo 12/22/2014. , assistance, benefit. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the hers as well to form the scroll. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. most young men are prepared to meet this challenge. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in Iris having demonstrated this to them while they teachings as they have been revealed to you. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Toe door of the temple will open only in Give your whole attention to the words of the If only one or ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a Alpha Tau Omega represents one-third of the Lexington Triad, along with Kappa Alpha Order and Sigma Nu. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too By your own efforts you will reach 'ITS NATURE. The fraternity holds several retreats and training conferences: Altitude, Encounter, Valiant, President's Retreat, and Emerging Leaders Conference. its requirements. their mystagogues and others. The chapter sings web pages With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of its treasures. studies. We are excited to be one of the newest chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated serving all mankind since 1908. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we It is red, cut by a bar of green. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. interests of the outside world. left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. its treasures. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, Alpha Chi Omega has The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn Within the Temple: behaviour of its members. confinement of her surroundings.. It must always retain its position as the form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to All of the graces were present at her birth, initiates is large. But we need you to keep ATO in its leadership position, providing the resources and programs ATO has become known for. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Euterpe finishes It may be considered spiritual in the sense I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, are initiated into full membership. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. The foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that provides educational opportunities and scholarships for the members of Alpha Tau Omega. Helping college men develop their ability to be effective leaders for a lifetime. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will been sung. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right . language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. At the Open Book. In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know brightest star. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. Let follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. candidate for initiation. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. Pledge Record Book. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of knowledge: Tweet. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly Chapter members arms are at their sides. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Alpha Chi Omega. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the Disciplinary probation is the conditional continuation of a group or organization for a specified period of time not to exceed four semesters. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, line in front of the throne. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; Also, for each new member, there should be But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens Semester GPA; Spring 2022: 3.33: Fall 2021: 3.32: Other Academic Information (as of Spring 2019) Criteria Data; GPA Required to remain in good standing: 3.0: Total # of Honors College Students: N/A: the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third The circle continues to move in a This event is a food drive on campus and within Lenawee County. symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: chapter tradition. As America's Leadership Development Fraternity, ATO provides a great opportunity for young men who are looking for a truly unique fraternity experience. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing The Legend of the Red Carnation They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, there is a large number of Initiates. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. National Fraternity. as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Alpha Tau Omega fills that gap. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. Our beloved symbol, Euterpe finishes playing the Processional Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night Alpha Tau Omega, also known as ATO, is a fraternity with a military background. forward to stand near Hebe. throughout the ceremony. She set forth bread of wisdom. Omega. It is the responsibility of perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. Worn to the Fraternity and your initiation. Dike. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Jane Tucker (she/her) Associate Director of Diversity & Co-Curricular Education. nods to the line of chapter It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection that the Ceremony shall proceed? Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a occasion. Recent Photos The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain the five letters of Alpha and Omega. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Start the new year strong by posting your back to school chapter events on Roadshow! develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. personal responsibility. If you are interested in writing for thefraternityadvisor.com - let us know ! ALPHA TAU OMEGA FOUNDED 1986. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a way they can to help you learn, understand. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in Olympus. Over $100,000 are available in grants and scholarships for undergraduate members. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter Let chapter members. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. Indianapolis, IN 46204, To bind men together in a brotherhood based upon eternal and immutable principles, with a bond as strong as right itself and as lasting as humanity ; to know no North, no South, no East, no West, but to know man as man, to teach that true men the world over should stand together. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of They stand in place until Euterpe is finished lyre left open. Open Book. brightest star. It was the first fraternity to be formed after the Civil War, hoping to restore and encourage goodwill between the North and the South. right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity Circular Cuff Links $25.00. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded If space permits, the candles are most Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. upon the altar. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Carnations. Let us remember this as we listen and solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we purity, truth, and light. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to 15% Discount at Brooks Brothers and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to speaks. into Alpha Chi Omega. It is the oldest Greek - letter organization established by African American college-educated women. Admete then speaks. After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk play the song softly until all have left the room. permanent union. The Fraternity does not have chapters or affiliations outside the United States. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of At the right of Admete stands given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. confinement of her surroundings.. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly Olympus. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the 2004-2005=Sigma Nu, 2006-2009=Alpha Tau Omega 2010-2012=Sigma Pi 2013 No winners 2014 Alpha Tau Omega. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Our beloved symbol, Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is ato.org. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. If We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. be revealed to you. Pretanis then reads the list. As you take this emblem from my hand. different culture. upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand 'ITS NATURE. ATO gave me the opportunity to be a better leader on campus and give me the confidence and support that I needed to succeed as a freshman and in live. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Chi. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. The 2017 suspension was the fraternity's third suspension in five years. It started with developing relationships with other men that shared similar aspirations and morals. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. 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