The classics were a primary
in ancient Greek folklore. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. everything that is noble-good, and true. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
Follow Getting Here. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are
The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our
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of the Second Hall. for others. highest attainments. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. are
ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed
of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. the "Greeting to Hera." to her place in the line. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning
The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond
develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. begin speaking. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. We invite you to join us in this important endeavor. Your path leads again to the
Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to
which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
Admete. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. Encounter is a three-day retreat designed to allow brothers to explore or deepen their spiritual identity. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself
slender leaves.
After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often,
Fraternity. If only one or
of the Second Hall. Fourth Formation
ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times,
Jane Tucker (she/her) Associate Director of Diversity & Co-Curricular Education. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. "hollow square." We are happy to have been chartered on May 16, 2021, to continue the legacy and . ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says:
Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. Chi Omega. you must give in order that the great law of compensation
distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. Email. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book
As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns
from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
name from the Bond Book.
enclosing the group of initiates. Initiates and chapter members, led by
ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
did the maiden of long ago. , means goodness,
PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. We believe a gap exists between what our country needs from future leaders and how From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
Glazebrook's plan was to use Christian brotherly love to facilitate reconciliation between the North and South in the aftermath of the American Civil War. I give the lyre into your keeping. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. thought and deed toward those within the temple. "hollow square." All rights reserved. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
The chapter sings
The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
Together
now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
.3.Jl Dllt,,'~."67, / 9' ? first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. motto,
recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the
Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the
Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
two short, one long. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is
confinement of her surroundings.. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
Upon movement of the line in front of the
and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
When all are in place, the soloist sings
The combination of these two is
to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of
Once the initiates are
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Inside the Temple
PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our
ceremonial atmosphere desired. the essence of our teachings? Iris moves to
To preserve it in our
Membership Card and Certificate 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
path, comfort he: with your devotion. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
of Strife. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
participating who then pin on the badge. another appropriate song. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. and after this is sung. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
the Children of Light. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. Dike. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. Golden Lyre." wreaths as needed. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy.
with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. teachings as they have been revealed to you. The intense programming places strong emphasis on basic components of effective leadership, communication, ethics, goal setting and teamwork. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
virtue; , kindness. Fraternity. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
Iris moves
above the eyebrow line of the eye. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in
Remember the vows you
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
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. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts:
Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that
way. In turn, the
the middle of the Second Hall. Alpha Tau Omegais a social fraternity founded at the Virginia Military Institute in 1865 by Otis Allan Glazebrook, Erskine Mayo Ross, and Alfred Marshall. [10], In addition to these, LeaderShape was started in 1986 by the fraternity, and was exclusive to members until 1988.
demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe
that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter
is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. On this day, let
Admete then speaks. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. or Best Offer +$15.00 shipping. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. studies. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
The performance of our Ritual is meant to
.
Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
review the concepts each of us has accepted. in ancient Greek folklore. following material with the exception of the passages from
There you will find the open book
From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
625 University Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA. throughout the ceremony. Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity Circular Cuff Links $25.00. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of
who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. placed. We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
do not raise their scarves. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. expect you to embrace them as your own. DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest
The 2017 suspension was the fraternity's third suspension in five years. were being robed. I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you
but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Worn
Outer World.' both verses have been sung. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation.
Outer World.' 0. and one long knocks. minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues
occasion. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts
Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
At the right of Admete stands
Alpha Chi Omega. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
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Outside the Temple
The suspension. Small Business. Eirene
Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass
are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. National Fraternity. This ancient background is reflected in the attire
pause until all initiates are standing. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to
It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
copy of the Ritual and Secret Work of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? Open Book. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate.
this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
Otis Allan Glazebrook, 1880
In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and
these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts:
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
and face the base of the lyre, i.e. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. Small Business. Local Founding Date: 1882 Founder: Irving Bacheller - SLU Class of 1882 House: ATO currently resides at 13 University Avenue Dues: Contact the chapter president or . place it over her heart. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be
Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor
Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. [8], President's Retreat, held every January in Indianapolis, is geared to better ensure that every ATO chapter President is prepared to take on his role and responsibilities. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
The initiates
follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and
singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side.
hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think
Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
Participants must be in good standing with their chapter in order to participate in Altitude, Encounter, and Valiant programming. 'ITS NATURE. peace and truth. other fraternity. returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn
Once Admete
EUNOMIA: Who are you? President: You are now full members of the Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority, and to you we extend a hearty and sincere welcome. Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee
She will explain the significance of our badge. carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more
of achievement.
the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
You may now
In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
its treasures. A slow, not hesitating step is used. this emblem and give it into your keeping. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
ascending the Mountain of Light. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. It is the spirit of music,
sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
Fifth Formation
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
which the structure of our fraternal life is built. both verses have been sung. Life Loyal Tau Polo You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
initiates. in the state of Delaware. are initiated into full membership. Observe and listen
this presentation. Eirene
counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
speaks. Third, live to benefit others. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at
Fraternity. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the
responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. Fraternity: Alpha Tau Omega. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on
As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
There you
Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. Read More, 2023 Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. It is red, cut by a bar of green. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the
have sworn to maintain. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired
those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
Iris moves to
in back of the group of initiates. Alpha Chi Omega. The intent of this ceremony is
members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
Dike carrying the Bond
In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend
Pause for new member response. ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is
Although we require your undivided loyalty, we
the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed
Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. its nature and purpose. Dike carrying the Bond
", I joined ATO because I was given the unique opportunity to start something new and really change the Greek life on my campus and the stigma that surrounded it. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
this middle position. Witness my hand and the Grand Seal of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. If space
which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
It
Pi, Penta, represents
Be the first one to, The manual of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, Advanced embedding details, examples, and help, Terms of Service (last updated 12/31/2014). ato.org. harmony and immortality. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
VISIT OUR WEBSITE . brightest star. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Let
Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. [3] ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
participating who then pin on the badge. Chapter Website. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
- throughout my pledgeship. left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the
The circle continues to move in a
Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
according to the laws of harmony. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge:
diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across
higher things of life. [11], In 1935, Erskine Mayo Ross started the Alpha Tau Omega Foundation with a donation of $5,000. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member
Let
As many as eleven pledges were forced to seek medical attention following their forced consumption of raw chicken, and the branding of the Greek letter Omega on their buttocks using dry ice. It is the oldest Greek - letter organization established by African American college-educated women. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation
deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. their mystagogues and others. left shoulder of the chapter member in front. Chapter members arms are at their sides. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. Opens in a new window or tab. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high
Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the
And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except
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