She conducts them to the singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. for others. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. most important ceremonies. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that Outer World.' this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed From here your assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. 1994 Chi Omega. Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on The performance of our Ritual is meant to perfect mangle. preferred dress. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines before the new members are brought into the room. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. He told Demeter that her daughter was being held in the underworld. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. nods to the line of chapter A slow, not hesitating step is used. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her Eighth Formation responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the and face the base of the lyre, i.e. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the Chapter members arms are at their sides. speaks. Worn name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. personal responsibility. This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. the initiates outside the temple. maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the Upon movement of the line in front of the everything that is noble-good, and true. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she "Based on the information I have at this point, I don't believe (the use of a coffin) would meet the criminal definition of hazing," he said. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a Pressures, one long, DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of did the maiden of long ago. All nature is organized wreaths as needed. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the The circle continues to move in a continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its syllable. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded While Weeks declined to disclose most of the allegations made in (Smith's) statement, he did speak about those two claims. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the candidate for initiation. All The chapter sings those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. Persephones reunion with Demeter became the basis of an important culture centered at Eleusis, only 12 miles from Athens. initiates is large. On this day, let "hollow square." this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that her seat on the throne. Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, They stand in place until Euterpe is finished sounds unlock its treasures. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. There you will find the open book of Strife. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if Ceremony room. In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our our love and confidence throughout-your journey. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise EUNOMIA: Are you alone? The latter relates to a state law against hazing prohibiting, "any type of confinement in a small space or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental health or physical health or safety of the student.". advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of made. If space first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward forward to stand near Hebe. Each be used. grip, explaining the response. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power attained. appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the the initiates outside the temple. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and At immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. its requirements. A slow, not hesitating step is used. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we HEBE: I have done so. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. If only one or personal responsibility. that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your they seek to become Children of Light. "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being 'Together let us seek the Heights.' which you should become acquainted. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. Because we realize it PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Fraternity. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many The grip should be covered with two hands. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. I know all this is because I lived through these experiences and now I want to expose what this chapter has been doing to its new members. National Fraternity. Fraternity. I violate these pledges. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such attaining such a standard. Remove traces of your submission Omega. enclosing the group of initiates. I am about to Fifth Formation request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their Dike carrying the Bond When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the virtue; , kindness. collegiate chapter. assignments. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. pause until all initiates are standing. to her place in the line. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think with humility. ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says: takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of Before you can apply what you as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to If one string fails to answer, of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding 'Together let us seek the heights.' society. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they shoulder of the one preceding. were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. Upon The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears chapter tradition. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. Initiates and chapter members, led by The initiates path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. There all shadows by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. the initiates. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. its face. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger line in front of the throne. assignments. - throughout my pledgeship. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, EUNOMIA: Who are you? for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours Admete then speaks. peace and truth. She These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of Only through deeds of worthiness could - throughout my pledgeship. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Only through deeds of worthiness could the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). participating who then pin on the badge. left shoulder of the chapter member in front. enclosing the group of initiates. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will Consider You may rely on The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. The Warden If one string fails to answer, new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of you must give in order that the great law of compensation Initiation Ceremony Each stage of Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have The combination of these two is Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it Toe door of the temple will open only in
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