Angelia. Greek Life. A Guide to. at The University of Mississippi

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1 T H E U N I V E R S I T Y O F M I S S I S S I P P I Angelia 2013 Greek Life A Guide to at The University of Mississippi

2 Schedules National Pan-Hellenic Council 2013 Meet the Greek Week Sept. 4 7 p.m. NPHC Greek Forum, Jackson Avenue Center Sept. 6 7 p.m. NPHC Meet the Greeks Step Show, Fulton Chapel Panhellenic Council 2013 Aug. 25 Grovin with My Gamma Chi Sept. 8 Water Parties Sept. 9 Registration closes at 11:59 pm Sept. 26 C.A.R.E. Walk Sept. 29 Convocation. Silent Week begins Oct. 1, 2 Philanthropy Rounds Oct. 3, 4 Skit Round Oct. 5 Preference Round Oct. 6 BID DAY Oct. 7 Alpha Delta Pi colonization recruitment begins Interfraternity Council 2013 Sept. 20 Formal Convocation Sept. 21, 22 Round 1 Oct. 4 Round 2 Oct. 5 Round 3 Oct. 6 Bid Day For more information on our three Greek councils and upcoming events, visit the Greek Affairs website at 2

3 Angelia 2013 A Guide to Greek Life at Ole Miss Welcome Letters...4 Greek Go Greek! Foundations of Greek Life...9 Frequently Asked Questions Steps to Becoming Greek Questions to Ask during Recruitment/Intake Bill of Rights for Potential New Members Letters from National Pan-Hellenic Council What to Expect during Intake National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Chapters Alpha Phi Alpha Alpha Kappa Alpha Kappa Alpha Psi Omega Psi Phi Delta Sigma Theta Zeta Phi Beta Sigma Gamma Rho Iota Phi Theta Letter from Panhellenic Council What to Expect and Wear during Sorority Recruitment Recruitment Events and Details Panhellenic Chapters Alpha Delta Pi Alpha Omicron Pi Chi Omega Delta Delta Delta Delta Gamma Kappa Alpha Theta Kappa Delta Kappa Kappa Gamma Phi Mu Pi Beta Phi Letters from Interfraternity Council What to Expect and Wear during Fraternity Recruitment.. 34 Interfraternity Chapters Alpha Tau Omega Beta Theta Pi Chi Psi Delta Psi Kappa Alpha Kappa Sigma Phi Delta Theta Phi Kappa Psi Phi Kappa Tau Phi Kappa Theta Pi Kappa Alpha Pi Kappa Phi Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Chi Sigma Nu Sigma Phi Epsilon Sigma Pi 3

4 Welcome! Letter from the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Welcome to the University of Mississippi! I hope you already have noticed that college is a time when you will be asked to make important decisions. Your first choice was your best one yet you made the decision to attend Ole Miss! Now you are faced with another choice; are you interested in joining the Greek-letter community? The University of Mississippi boasts one of the nation s strongest groups of fraternal organizations. Fraternity and sorority members on our campus give their time and talents to local, national, and university sponsored philanthropic events. Greek life at Ole Miss extends beyond service to each member s academic commitment and leadership both inside and outside of the classroom. Each individual organization provides unique opportunities to grow as a student. It may be building your leadership skills, branching out of your comfort zone, or learning how to manage your time as an involved student; any of these examples could be the reason you choose to enhance your collegiate experience by joining a Greek-letter organization. By participating in what Ole Miss has to offer outside of the classroom, whether it is a fraternity, sorority or other student organization, you will enhance your leadership skills, benefit from networking opportunities and open yourself to new experiences. Most importantly, you will be exposed to a more diverse community of individuals and quickly feel a part of the Ole Miss family. Stop and ask yourself where you would like to be after graduation, and then join the student organizations that will help get you there and provide support and encouragement along the way. If there is anything we can do to assist in your time at Ole Miss, please come by our office. Brandi Hephner LaBanc, Ed.D. Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Letter from the Dean of Students Dear Recruit, Welcome to the University of Mississippi! You have made a wise choice to become a part of the Ole Miss family. My hope is that you leave here with your goals accomplished and with the same sense of satisfaction and affection that so many others before you have felt for their alma mater. Your success in college will be based on the choices you make. Each choice has a consequence, and, eventually, these choices will become habits. Good choices spell success. Bad choices foster failure. As you prepare to join the Greek community, you will be presented with choices, whether to join the Greek system and which Greek chapter to join. If you choose to join, you will have to make choices every day about what type of Greek member you will be for your chapter and your university. My hope is that you will make choices influenced by the principles and ideals upon which the Greek system was founded. I encourage you to seek out opportunities to grow and develop academically, spiritually, physically, socially and culturally. Most of all, remember that, at the end of the day when you choose or do not choose, you will be the same person who started the process. Hold on to the values that you bring from home. If you choose not to join, there are numerous opportunities for growth, development and involvement on the Ole Miss campus. Good luck, and please feel free to come by the office of the Dean of Students if we can ever be of assistance to you. Go Rebs! Sparky Reardon Assistant Vice Chancellor/Dean of Students 4

5 Letter from the Assistant Dean of Students for Multicultural Affairs and Volunteer Services Greetings, Welcome to The University of Mississippi (UM) and best wishes to you as you begin your higher education journey. You have joined an amazing community. Your student body is comprised of people from more than 80 countries. Students at UM are consistently reaching amazing academic heights and implementing service projects that make positive impact locally, nationally, and internationally. Enriching academic and extracurricular opportunities are bountiful at your university. You have indeed made an excellent college choice! As you look to pursue membership with a Greek organization at UM, keep in mind that this membership comes with expectations and responsibilities. Should you join the Greek system, your membership will provide you with lifelong friendships and amazing learning opportunities. Make your experiences at UM one s you will always reflect upon fondly. Good luck to you! Valeria Beasley Ross Assistant Dean of Students for Multicultural Affairs and Volunteer Services Letter from the Assistant Dean of Students Welcome to Greek life at The University of Mississippi! For many years Greek Affairs has been a viable part of campus life at the University of Mississippi. Membership in Greek organizations began at Ole Miss in 1850 and it can be one of the most significant experiences for college students. Becoming a member of a Greek letter organization often affords students the opportunity to get involved in many aspects of campus life. Whether it is through academics, friendships, community involvement, athletics, or leadership experiences, joining a Greek organization allows students to become more enriched and better community members. My hope is for your experience here at Ole Miss to be rich and rewarding. Good luck, and best wishes for a wonderful experience. Most sincerely, Scott Wallace Assistant Dean of Students Letter from the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Involvement Dear Ole Miss Student: Welcome to The University of Mississippi. The university holds many opportunities for you to grow both in and out of the classroom. You will learn how to balance your academic and social lives, and gain the skills necessary to be competitive in a global job market. I commend you on taking your first steps toward a great journey to gain those skills: the Greek system. Greek organizations are great ways to develop so many aspects of yourself both professionally and personally. All of our organizations provide different environments and cultures. You may or may not find one that fits you as an individual. Educate yourself on the organizations as much as you can to find the best fit. I encourage you to understand that Greek organizations are just one way on our campus to get involved. I n addition to Greek organizations there are countless ways to plug into the University. Getting involved is different for everyone. It involves being intentional about your time at the University of Mississippi by taking advantage of the opportunities outside the classroom to gain experience, network, build your resume, and develop the skills necessary to be successful when you hit the real world. There are all kinds of ways to get involved like student organizations, Campus Recreation, Student Activities Association, campus jobs, and departmental resources just to name a few. Be intentional about your time here at Ole Miss. Just like with your Greek decision find out what is out there on and off our campus. I am happy to help in any way that I can. Sincerely, J. Coulter Ward Assistant Dean of Students for Student Involvement 5

6 Letter from the Coordinator of Greek Affairs Greetings, and welcome to the University of Mississippi! Participating in the Greek experience during your time at the University of Mississippi provides students with an opportunity to gain valuable life experiences. All councils of Greek Affairs aim to mold leaders and forge transferable skills that will prove instrumental to the future successes of their members. The National Pan-Hellenic Council is one of the councils within the Greek Affairs community. All nine of the recognized NPHC organizations are registered student organizations on this campus. As a member of an NPHC organization, you will have the opportunity to form lifelong friendships. You will work with other students to facilitate an increased awareness and commitment to community needs, and you will strengthen your leadership skills and your identity as a member of the university family. I strongly encourage you to maximize both your classroom and extracurricular experiences, and I hope you will explore how joining a Greek organization can enhance your University of Mississippi undergraduate experience. Best wishes, EJ Edney Coordinator of Greek Affairs Letter from the Coordinator of Greek Affairs Welcome to the University of Mississippi! We are happy you are interested in joining the fraternity and sorority community. Our men and women are committed to high academics, community service, and leadership development, all while maintaining healthy lifestyles, which is expected of their new members as well. Joining a fraternity or sorority is an investment to your future as it s a lifetime commitment. Alumnae/alumni will share they are members of their fraternity or sorority, not I was a member. The lifetime of brotherhood or sisterhood available is a unique advantage in becoming a member of a fraternity or sorority. We encourage you to form your own perspectives, step outside your comfort zone, and experience all that is college. You re about to embark on a transformational journey where in four short years, you ll grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally. We are happy to be a part of your journey! Jenell Bukky Lanski Coordinator of Greek Affairs Graduate Assistants Michelle Horvath Panhellenic Council Graduate Assistant Jonathan Rummel Interfraternity Council Graduate Assistant 6

7 Greek 101 Greek Terms Active: A member who has been initiated into lifelong membership in the organization. Advisor: : Alumni/alumnae member of an organization who assist members and officers in chapter operations. Alumnae/Alumni: Initiated members who are no longer in college. Alumnae is the plural version for women and alumni is the plural version for men. Bid: Official membership invitation to join an organization given to a Potential New Member on Bid Day. Continuous Open Bidding (COB) or Open Bidding: Some IFC fraternities and NPC sororities may continue to issue bids throughout the year. Contact the individual organizations to learn more about their open bidding process. Convocation: Held in the Ford Center, this event signifies the beginning of formal recruitment for IFC and Panhellenic. Convocation is designed to prepare Potential New Members for formal recruitment. Cross: Initiated at the end of the recruitment period after being evaluated by the organization the aspirant is seeking. The new member then crosses over from a pledge to a new member. Dropping Line: To quit the process of becoming a member. Formal Recruitment: A period of time sponsored by the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) and Interfraternity Council (IFC) where active members can meet Potential New Members. Frat/Brother: The term NPHC fraternity men use to refer to each other within their organization. Gamma Chis (Recruitment Counselors: Active members of sororities who have been selected and trained to guide Potential New Members through the recruitment process. Hot Boxing: Illegal recruiting technique in which more than two actives are exclusively with a Potential New Member for longer than 30 seconds. Interfraternity Council (IFC): The official student governing body of all IFC fraternities at the University of Mississippi. Legacy: A Potential New Member who has an immediate family member in a fraternity or sorority from any university or college, not just the University of Mississippi. Being a legacy does not guarantee a membership invitation. Letters of Recommendation: A written statement in support of a Potential New Member completed by an alumna/ alumnus of a fraternity or sorority which is sent directly to the local organization. Membership Intake Process: The process adopted by the NPHC and all of its members in the early 1990s to put an end to dangerous rites of passage and hazing. (Hazing is illegal in ALL our organizations AND in the U.S. courts of law.) Nalia or Perry: Two abbreviated terms for paraphernalia such as shirts, paddles, license plates, jewelry, etc. Abbreviations differ regionally. National Panhellenic Conference (NPC): National governing organization composed of 26 sororities. Ten members of NPC are at the University of Mississippi. National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC): The governing body of the nine historically African-American fraternities and sororities. Neo: An abbreviated term for the Greek word neophyte, meaning beginner. A neophyte is someone who is new to the organization. New Member: Formal term for Potential New Member who has accepted a bid. On Yard: An organization that has active status on campus. Panhellenic Council: The official student governing body of all sororities under NPC at the University of Mississippi. Philanthropy: Community service or fundraising activity that benefits a charitable organization. Each sorority and fraternity may have a specific philanthropy it supports. Potential New Member (PNM): : Formal term for a student at the University of Mississippi who has registered for formal recruitment. 7

8 Probate: Official public display of initiation often in the form of a step. This is the first time when newly initiated members of each NPHC fraternity/sorority are revealed to the rest of the campus. Recolonization: The process of re-opening a closed sorority or fraternity. Once the chapter is re-chartered and re-installed, the organization and its members have the full rights and responsibilities of the other groups on campus. Recruitment Counselors: Active members of fraternities who have been selected and trained to guide Potential New Members through the recruitment process. Silence: Period of time during which conversation between Potential New Members and actives is restricted. The silence period is in force for the duration of formal fecruitment, September 30 - October 5. Sister/Soror: The term NPHC sorority women use to refer to one another within their organization. Stepping: A creative form of artistic dance and musical entertainment unique to some culturally based fraternities and sororities, especially those of historically African-American heritage. Stroll: An informal form of stepping. Greek Alphabet Alpha al-fah Beta bay-tah Gamma gam-ah Delta del-tah Epsilon ep-sa-lon Zeta zay-tah Eta ay-tah Theta thay-tah Iota eye-oh-tah Kappa cap-pah Lambda lam-dah Mu mew Nu new Xi zye Omicron ohm-a-crom Pi pie Rho roe Sigma sig-mah Tau taw Upsilon hoop-sa-lon Phi fie Chi kie Psi sigh Omega oh-may-gah 8

9 Go Greek! Foundations of Greek Life Lasting Friendships Many students look at college as a time to develop lasting friendships. The fraternity and sorority community offers more than friendship; it offers brotherhood and sisterhood. When you are initiated into a fraternity or sorority, you are exposed to the secret ritual of the organization, a common bond among all members of the chapter. Ritual represents the principles around which the members choose to unite themselves, and it takes friendship to a deeper level. Greek members value their ritual and friendships. Perhaps the only way to fully understand this unique bond is to experience it for yourself! Academic Enrichment Academics are the most important aspect of college, and academic excellence is an ideal of every Greek organization. High academic standards are expected from all fraternity men and sorority women. New members of Greek organizations must achieve at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale to be initiated, however many groups require higher standards. After a student is initiated as a full member, scholarship remains a top priority in fraternity and sorority life, and organizations encourage it through scholarship plans and incentive programs. The numbers speak for themselves! Students involved in fraternities and sororities perform higher academically on average than the students who are not in Greek organizations. Philanthropy and Community Service Greeks at the University of Mississippi regularly go beyond the confines of the university campus to sponsor and participate in philanthropic events. Each organization has a specific service project it supports, and, in total, Greek organization members annually donate more than $300,000 and perform thousands of hours of community service to local and national charities. Commitment to community service is one of the most important qualities all fraternities and sororities expect from their members and alumnae/alumni. Leadership Effective leadership skills are at a premium these days. Through programs sponsored by local chapters, national organizations and the university, Greeks gain valuable leadership experience and have continued on to serve as local, state and national leaders. Although Greeks make up roughly one-third of the University of Mississippi population, they constitute the majority of our student government and organizations. Additionally, Greeks are well-represented in Who s Who, the Hall of Fame and virtually every student honorary on campus. Fraternities or sororities encourage their members to be engaged within their classroom and campus and community organizations so they may develop transferable skills for their future careers. 9

10 Frequently Asked Questions What is the IFC? NPHC? Panhellenic? All three are the governing bodies of the fraternities and sororities at the University of Mississippi affiliated with the NIC, NPC and NPHC. IFC and Panhellenic sponsor formal recruitment for their membership intake, while NPHC groups have Intake. What and when is Intake? Intake is the membership selection process used by the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). NPHC at the University of Mississippi is made up of nine historically and traditionally African- American fraternities and sororities. Aspiring members of NPHC organizations must attend the NPHC Greek Forum during the semester in which they desire to participate in intake. While the process is different for each organization, all groups do require that students have a certain number of academic and community service hours and a certain GPA. Each group must hold an open interest meeting during a semester in which they intend to conduct intake. Attendance at these meetings is mandatory for aspiring members. Watch the NPHC advertisement board on the lower level of the Union or visit the website at edu/greeks for more information about Greek Forum, interest meetings, or other NPHC events. What and when is Formal Recruitment? Formal Recruitment is the official process to join a fraternity or sorority affiliated with the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) or the North-American Interfraternity Council (NIC). You must be registered with the Greek Life Office to participate and must apply online at Formal Recruitment is October 1 6, The cost is $100 (and will increase to $125 on August 1). Registration ends September 9, 2013 at 11:59 pm. How long does becoming a new member take, and what are the requirements? It varies among all groups, but no new-member period lasts longer than 10 weeks. Most groups will require some mandatory study halls and new-member meetings. All groups also have a one-time pledge and initiation fee. For more information, ask actives during Recruitment/Intake. What about letters of recommendation? For women participating in Panhellenic recruitment, recommendation letters are used to introduce a PNM to the sorority. Recommendation letters are not required by the University of Mississippi, but may be required by the individual sororities. PNMs are encouraged to contact each sorority in regards to their recommendation letter process or visit their local and national websites. An alumna of the sorority can write a letter of recommendation for a PNM and the recommendation letter is sent to the local sorority, not the Greek Affairs office If you do not know alumnae, you may contact your local hometown Alumnae Panhellenic Association for referrals. Further resources include the chapter s national website and the Oxford Alumnae Panhellenic Association, which may be contacted at oxfordareanpc@gmail.com. When requesting recommendation letters, you can include a resume and picture. Letters must be sent to the sorority addresses provided in this guide or on the Greek Affairs website. Letters of recommendation for Alpha Delta Pi may be sent to the Greek Life Affairs at: University of Mississippi Greek Affairs Office Student Union 406 University, MS Letters for other sororities should not be sent to the Greek Affairs Office. It is strongly recommended to send your letters to the sororities by Labor Day weekend More information on obtaining recommendation letters can be found on our website at 10

11 What are the minimum GPAs for the different organizations? IFC Potential New Members who plan to participate in formal fecruitment must have a minimum high school GPA of 2.5 or greater while PNMs with at least 12 hours of college credit must have a minimum college GPA of 2.5 to participate in formal recruitment. NPHC groups require a minimum 2.5 grade-point average at The University of Mississippi to participate in Intake. There is currently no GPA requirement to participate in Panhellenic recruitment set by the University of Mississippi. Even though grade point averages are one characteristic of a PNM, the sorority grade point average to extend a bid is typically a 3.0. Women who have below a 3.0 GPA are advised they have a greater risk of being released by sororities. University of Mississippi Panhellenic has created GPA zones so you may have an idea of the risk you are potentially facing in terms of being released based solely on GPA. Green zone: 3.0+ (low risk) Yellow zone: (significant risk) Red zone: 2.79 and below (high risk) What is an interest meeting? NPHC groups must hold interest meetings where they discuss their national and chapter history, philanthropy and requirements to become a member. For more information on when each group will hold interest meetings, watch the NPHC advertisement boards on the post office level of the Union building or visit the website at NPHC groups must advertise interest meetings at least one week prior to the date of the meetings. What happens if I want to quit after I sign my bid card/ membership agreement? After discussing your decision with the president or advisor of the group, you must come to the Greek Affairs Office to complete a deactivation card. You will need to talk about your financial situation with the organization s treasurer. Anyone joining a fraternity or sorority affiliated with IFC or NPC is prohibited from joining another fraternity for one year. Do I have to attend Convocation, pre-recruitment events, and all the recruitment parties? What if I have to miss? If you are registered for recruitment, you must attend formal recruitment events such as Round 1, Round 2, etc.. You are not required to attend Convocation or other pre-recruitments. However, you may not miss class to attend any pre-recruitment or formal recruitment event. If you have to miss a formal recruitment event you will need to have your excuse submitted and approved by the Vice President of Recruitment for IFC or Panhellenic Typically, the only excuses accepted are class conflicts or family plans. I forgot something on my application or my residence hall location has changed, how do I update my application? olemissgreeks@gmail.com with the subject line Greek Recruitment Application Info Change. Please include your first and last name and the information you forgot or want to change, such as your residence hall location. 11

12 What Now? Steps to Becoming Greek Step 1 NPHC, IFC or NPC? You need to decide which division of Greek Affairs you would like to join. Step 2 NPHC: Be on the lookout for interest meeting dates and locations. This information can be found on the Greek Affairs website and on the NPHC advertisement boards located on the post office level of the Union building. Fliers also will be posted around campus. NPC & IFC: Register for Recruitment at The registration fee is $100 through August 1. As of August 1, the fee will be $125. Registration ends for Panhellenic on September 9 and for IFC on September 13. Step 3 NPHC: Attend events sponsored by NPHC during Meet the Greek Week, specifically Greek Forum, which is mandatory if you plan to pursue membership in an NPHC organization. NPC: One recommendation letter is encouraged for each sorority. See the FAQ section of this publication or our website for more information on recommendation letters. Step 4 NPHC: Attend interest meetings hosted by the group in which you are interested. Most of the groups consider attendance at these meetings a mandatory prerequisite for membership consideration. NPC & IFC: You will need to abide by all of the recruitment rules, as well as attend Convocation and all Recruitmentrelated activities. Step 5 NPC & IFC: RECRUITMENT! Final STEP NPHC, NPC & IFC: Selection Remember that this is your choice and your commitment. All groups emphasize lifetime support and membership, so find a home where you are the most comfortable and able to be yourself. IFC: Recommendation letters are not required for IFC recruitment but are accepted. 12

13 Sample Questions to Ask during Recruitment or Intake What are the financial obligations? Why did you decide to join this particular organization? What about your social, philanthropic or academic activities? What swaps, spring parties or other social events do you have planned? What is the availability of housing, and what are some of the rules governing the house? How involved is your chapter in intramural sports? What members of your chapter are from my area or in my major? Will working during the school year conflict with my joining? What is the percentage of new members who get initiated into your chapter? Greek Fact At Ole Miss, six out of six of the Associated Student Body executive officers are Greek. ANGELIA 2013 Bill of Rights for Potential New Members 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 and 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 and to share information with recruitment counselors. The right to make informed choices without undue pressure from others. The right to be fully informed about binding agreements implicit in the preference card signing. The right to make one s own choice and decision and to accept full responsibility for the results of that decision. The right to have a positive, safe and enriching recruitment and pledging experience. 13

14 NPHC NPHC The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is composed of nine international Greek letter sororities and fraternities: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. NPHC promotes interaction through forums, meetings and other media for the exchange of information and engages in cooperative programming and initiatives through various activities and functions. On May 10, 1930, on the campus of Howard University, in Washington, D.C., the National Pan-Hellenic Council was formed as a permanent organization with the following charter members: Omega Psi Phi and Kappa Alpha Psi fraternities, and Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta and Zeta Phi Beta sororities. In 1931, Alpha Phi Alpha and Phi Beta Sigma fraternities joined the council. Sigma Gamma Rho sorority joined in 1937, and Iota Phi Theta fraternity completed the list of member organizations in The stated purpose and mission of the organization in 1930 was Unanimity of thought and action as far as possible in the conduct of Greek letter collegiate fraternities and sororities, and to consider problems of mutual interest to its member organizations. Early in 1937, the organization was incorporated under the laws of the state of Illinois and became known as the National Pan-Hellenic Council Inc. Alpha Kappa Alpha Delta Sigma Theta Zeta Phi Beta Sigma Gamma Rho Alpha Phi Alpha Kappa Alpha Psi Omega Psi Phi Phi Beta Sigma Iota Phi Theta Greek Fact About one-third of students at Ole Miss join Greek organizations. 14 National Pan-Hellenic Council

15 NPHC ANGELIA 2013 NPHC Council It is my pleasure to welcome each of you to the school year. As the NPHC President and a representative of the new Theta Iota Chapter of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc, I consider it an honor that you have shown interest in our esteemed organizatons. The mission of NPHC is to unify all nine historical African-American Greek Letter Organizations. The purpose of the Greek Forum is to educate you the aspirant on all the active NPHC Organizations at the University of Mississippi. This is a great year for the NPHC. We are celebrating the 51st anniversary of Ole Miss being integrated, 40th Anniversary of the first NPHC Fraternity at the University of Mississippi, and the recent chartering of the last organization making the University of Mississippi the only campus with all nine NPHC organizations fully active. Being a member of Iota Phi Theta and being the President of the NPHC this past year has indeed been a learning experience for me. I will admit being Greek has a lot of responsibilities. It is more to being an Iota man, NUPE, Zeta, or AKA Lady than just strolling outside the Student Union or partying. It is your responsibility to uphold the principles that your respective organization was founded upon once you become a member. Being Greek also means you will be viewed as a leader here at the University of Mississippi. You will have the opportunity to gain a relationship with not just other college peers but with Faculty/Staff members ranging from Chancellor Jones all the way down to custodial members. I once was in your position sitting in the audience listening to representatives speaking on their respective Fraternity/Sorority. My advice to you is to make sure you pay attention and listen to each presentation carefully as that may be a help in a deciding decision. I wish each of you the best on your journey. Kendrick E. Hunt, NPHC president Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc Greetings! Welcome to the University of Mississippi. As a member of NPHC, I have been afforded opportunities that I would never imagine. These organizations are true businesses that take time and dedication. You will get exactly what you put in it. As a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., I have increased my learning experience at this institution by sharing a bond with great women. I ve learned more about myself through service, scholarship, and sisterhood. Although academics should always come first, you should never deny yourself the experience of a lifetime. The Greek community here at Ole Miss will offer you opportunities here and beyond. Experience amazing! Paris Crawford, NPHC 2nd Vice President-Standards Chair Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. To encourage honorable achievement in every field of human endeavor is the main objective that our founders left for us to pride ourselves on. Achievement is defined as something done with effort, courage, and skill. As a member of the Lambda Pi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc, it has been instilled in me to achieve. I currently serve as the NPHC Secretary and the Vice Polemarch of my chapter. Through both positions, I have developed leadership qualities that could not have been gained in any other type of organization on this campus. The NPHC is working to build Greek Unity, become more visible at this University, and really make a difference in the local community. The Greek community at the University has so much to offer and is just waiting for more students to take advantage of the opportunity. I encourage you to explore and find what is best for you! Ralpheal Patton, NPHC Secretary Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. As a distinct member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the notorious Nu Upsilon chapter, I have truly learned the qualities of leadership, scholarship, and brotherhood. As the NPHC representative for Alpha, I have put into action concepts expressed by my fraternity s mission of providing service and advocacy for my community. Choosing to become a member of a Greek letter organization can open up numerous chances to execute responsibility, commitment, and form an everlasting bond like none other. Furthermore, it can create networking opportunities and enhance one s overall experience here at the University of Mississippi. Delantric L. Hunt, NPHC 1st Vice President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc The founders of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., believed in working to make their school, community, country and world better for future generations. I share this ambition. Through my involvement in Omega Psi Phi, I now have the resources and manpower to start making these wishes a reality. Combined with the other organizations in the NPHC, things that first seemed impossible are within reach. Tyshaun Williams, NPHC Treasurer Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. National Pan-Hellenic Council 15

16 NPHC Despite popular belief, it is the innate vision of brotherhood, scholarship, and service that lead true scholars into their academic and social destinies. Being an active member of The Eta Beta Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., it has been affirmed that my mission is to help the college community of Ole Miss progressively move forward into success. As I collaborate with the NPHC as the representative for Phi Beta Sigma here at Ole Miss, our vision as a university will soon be the pillars of a strong healthy society. Ashton L. Boone, NPHC Parliamentarian/Social ChairIota Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. As a member of the Tau Eta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated I uphold our principle of Scholarship, Service, Finer Womanhood, and Sisterly Love. Every day I seek opportunities to exemplify those principles as a Zeta representative for the NPHC. As the NPHC community service chair, I have been granted the opportunity to help the face of the NPHC make an impact in Oxford community. The mission of NPHC is to unify the Divine Nine Greek organizations at the University of Mississippi through forums, meetings, and other joint activities. Being on the council has offered me nothing less than a chance to experience change even as we strive to get visual representation on campus. I am elated to be able to be a part of something great that will continue grow to have a lasting impact on a community that is so dear to my heart. my life. Jasmine Williams, NPHC Community Service Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.. What to Expect during Intake NPHC organizations recruit new members through a process known as Intake. The groups represented on campus individually will announce and publicize when their Intake will begin. Typically, but not always, Intake takes place in the spring semester. Each group will explain its membership process at the initial interest meeting. The following list is used as a guideline by some NPHC groups for their Intake process: Intake Requirements Forum on August 26 ($20 fee) I was born into Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. My mother is also my soror. I have always admired the variety of personalities and women in the organization. This is what inspires me to strive to be better and renews my love for my sorority and what it was founded on - daily. Sigma women have always come off strong and independent to me; they take care of business and do not feel the need to boast and be proud of what they do in the community and within the sorority. Knowing that it is done is satisfaction enough for them and it s been the same way for me! I am more than happy with my decision. In all that I do, I do my best to honor my seven pearls (founders). I want others to see Sigma in my actions and not just my words. I take pride in wearing SGRho across my chest I take pride in dressing in the Rhoyal Blue and Antique Gold! Nakia Jones, NPHC Webmaster/Public Relations - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. 16 National Pan-Hellenic Council

17 NPHC ANGELIA 2013 National Pan-Hellenic Council Alpha Phi Alpha Nickname: Alpha Chapter: Nu Upsilon National Website: National Founding: 1906 Local Founding: 1978 Colors: black and old gold As president of the Nu Upsilon chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., I would like to first and foremost welcome you to the University of Mississippi. At the University of Mississippi, you will have the chance to excel academically and make new connections by joining numerous organizations. Being Greek allows you to make connections and lifelong relationships with members of that organization. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the first intercollegiate Greek-letter organization founded by African-Americans, focuses on of manly deeds, scholarship, and love for all mankind. Since Alpha Phi Alpha s installment into the University of Mississippi s Greek community, we have always worked hard both academically and in service. We have also been top-ranked locally, regionally, and have been granted the opportunity to represent nationally. By joining a Greek-letter organization, I have been given the opportunity to build relationships with men that I can truly call my brothers. Lastly, I wish you the best of luck during your time at Ole Miss. Odie Johnson III, President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc-Nu Upsilon Chapter Points of Interest Service Projects Alpha Kappa Alpha Nickname: AKA Chapter: Theta Psi National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1908 Local Founding: 1974 Colors: salmon pink and apple green Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., was founded January 15, 1908 on the campus of Howard University. Our membership comprises distinguished women who boast excellent academic records, proven leadership skills, and are involved in the global community through advocacy and service. The theta Psi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha was chartered May 12, 1974 on the campus of the University of Mississippi. 39 years later, Theta Psi continues to serve the Ole Miss, Oxford, and Lafayette communities. Theta Psi takes pride in its annual Emerging Young Leaders Expo, which impacts the lives of girls in grades sixth through eighth by providing leadership development, civic engagement, enhanced academic preparation and character building. Through the years, Theta Psi is noted for having the first black sorority house at Ole Miss, the first black Miss Ole Miss, and the first black sorority to establish an endowment on the campus of the University of Mississippi. Both Ole Miss and AKA continue to empower young women by promoting exemplary service initiatives and providing progressive programs. We are leaders, innovators, and women of the University of Mississippi. We are the tenaciaous Theta Psi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Timberly Hines, President Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc-Theta Psi Chapter Points of Interest Alumni Association Service Projects National Pan-Hellenic Council 17

18 NPHC Kappa Alpha Psi Nickname: Kappa Chapter: Lambda Pi National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1911 Local Founding: 1983 Colors: crimson and cream It is my honor as current Polemarch for the upcoming school year to welcome your interest to the fraternity. Kappa Alpha Psi is a strong advocate for Achievement as our motto states Achievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor. We are challenged to continue to build on our Founders blueprint that they laid out for us more than 103 years ago. We are encouraged to display a brotherhood of true manliness and fidelity as members of a Noble Clan that we can call our own. As a Kappa man myself, I have strived and achieved many personal goals including becoming Polemarch of the Lambda Pi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. It has definitely molded me into a better man and student. It has helped me choose a brand of principles including God and Education. I must look back before becoming a member and wonder if would be the same man that I am now if I haven t chosen the path to become a member. My question is answered every day as I see the chapter growing and expanding to different focuses on campus, in the community, and throughout the country. The chapter was founded on April 16, 1983 as a colony of the Beta Mu chapter. Since then the chapter has launched members that have excelled beyond measure. It is a great honor and achievement to have been on the University of Mississippi for over 30 years. Our motto for this year is Building and Continuing Success and Responsibility. With this we plan to build and even bigger brand for the chapter and continuing the success that our past members have set out for us. Points of Interest Service Projects Demetrius Morgan, President Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc Hospital Omega Psi Phi Nickname: Omega Chapter: Eta Zeta National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1911 Local Founding: 1973 Colors: royal purple and old gold We, as men of the Eta Zeta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi., serve the common purpose of celebrating, protecting and enhancing the community, as well as the fraternity itself, through playing a progressive, helpful and constructive role in the lives of those around us. This organization fosters the growth of men who strive daily to exemplify the principles of manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift The very characteristics our founders embodied in order to create this fraternity. We provide a brotherhood for which men with district ideas and diverse backgrounds can grow, serve the community and enrich society as a whole. I can personally testify that this organization has truly made me a better a man, an Omega man, who highly values service and duty to my fraternity, my community and myself as well. An Omega man s work is never done; it requires a constant display of manhood, devotion to scholarship, the ability to persevere and lead other through the hardest times, and the willingness to lift others as you climb to reach you highest aspiration. As Brother Carter G. Woodson once stated, Men of scholarship, and prophetic insight, must show us the right way and lead us into light, which is shining brighter and brighter. Chauncy Graham, President Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc-Eta Zeta Chapter Points of Interest King Jr. Candlelight Vigil Service Projects vote) 18 National Pan-Hellenic Council

19 NPHC ANGELIA 2013 Delta Sigma Theta Nickname: Delta Chapter: Lambda Sigma National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1913 Local Founding: 1974 Colors: crimson and cream Being a part of a Greek organization means more than stepping, attending parties, going to meeting, and being popular. Being a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is about making lasting friendships and enhancing your personal development by committing yourself fully to scholarship, leadership, and service. It is also about being recognized for your individuality while being a part of sisterhood composed of individuals who share the same values and goals. The benefits of being Greek are many, and I could go on and on about it. But if you ever ask me about my sorority, I will enthusiastically answer: Delta! I love it, I love it, I LOVE IT! Ashley Isom, President Delta Sigma Theta Fraternity, Inc-Lambda Sigma Chapter Zeta Phi Beta Nickname: Zeta Chapter: Tau Eta National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1920 Local Founding: 1976 Colors: royal blue and pure white I am humbled to be representing the University of Mississippi as I embark upon my second year as the President of the Tau Eta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Zeta has truly been a blessing and is the most loving and caring organization I have chosen to partake in thus far. The Tantalizing and Elite Tau Eta Chapter has made many accomplishments this past year. Our members have excelled in scholarship. Receiving the Zeta Phi Beta Southern Regional Scholarship, among other awards received for dedication to academic achievements. Tau Eta hosted its largest Annual Kids Day philanthropy to date experiencing record numbers of attendance. We are also very proud of the members who were recently inducted into the Rho Lambda Honor Society. Tau Eta plans to continue to build on the principles of Zeta, scholarship, service, sisterly love, and finer womanhood, while blazing new paths and soaring to new heights as we enter the school year. We invite you to keep your eyes open to the exciting year that lies ahead for the Tau Eta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated! Committed to service, Taylur Avery, President Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.-Tau Eta Chapter Points of Interest programs Service Projects National Pan-Hellenic Council 19

20 NPHC Sigma Gamma Rho Nickname: SG Rho Chapter: Xi Zeta National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1922 Local Founding: 1994 Colors: royal blue and gold I was born into Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. My mother is also my soror. I have always admired the variety of personalities and women in the organization. This is what inspires me to strive to be better and renews my love for my sorority and what it was founded on - daily. Sigma women have always come off strong and independent to me; they take care of business and do not feel the need to boast and be proud of what they do in the community and within the sorority. Knowing that it is done is satisfaction enough for them and it s been the same way for me! I am more than happy with my decision. In all that I do, I do my best to honor my seven pearls (founders). I want others to see Sigma in my actions and not just my words. I take pride in wearing SGRho across my chest I take pride in dressing in the Rhoyal Blue and Antique Gold! Nakia Jones, President Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.-Xi Zeta Chapter Points of Interest dominately white university. members under 40 (nationally) Service Projects Children s Hospital Iota Phi Theta Nicknames: Iotas, Centaurs, Outlaws Chapter: in Colony stage National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1963 Local Founding: 2008 Colors: charcoal brown and gilded gold Motto: Building a Tradition, Not Resting upon One As the President of the Theta Iota Chapter of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc at the University of Mississippi, I welcome you to this year s NPHC Greek Forum has been beyond an outstanding year for Iota Phi Theta both nationally and here at Ole Miss. On September 19, 2013 the Fraternity will be celebrating its 50th year of Founding. This past Spring Semester the University of Mississippi Chapter was chartered after four years of being a colony. The men of the Theta Iota Chapter here at the University of Mississippi do indeed embody the five principles that Iota Phi Theta: scholarship, leadership, citizenship, fidelity, and brotherhood. We uphold the fact that we are first college students and make sure our school work is done. We are leaders and provide back to our community. We trust one another and uplift our fellow brother. Iota is indeed the youngest of all NPHC Fraternities and Sororities; however, although a 57 year gap exists between the founding of Iota and the first BGLO, this does not stop the determination of each Iota man. Our history is your history. Iotas inspire others through the awareness of programs such as the Better Fatherhood Initiative, I-PhiT Health Initiative, bow Tie Fridays, and I.O.T.A. Youth Alliance. The Theta Iota Chapter inspires others through our STD/HIV Awareness Initiative, Political Awareness, Community Service Initiatives, along with our national initiatives. Isaiah H. Poellnitz, President Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.-Theta Iota Chapter Points of Interest pus in Mississippi to have all nine NPHC Greek organizations active. Service Projects 20 National Pan-Hellenic Council

21 Panhellenic Council Letter from the Panhellenic President NPC ANGELIA 2013 Natalie Miller Welcome to Ole Miss, and welcome to Greek Affairs! Here at the University of Mississippi, Greek Affairs is deeply rooted in tradition and respected across the nation. This is an exciting time to be Greek at Ole Miss, and I hope you will take advantage of the amazing opportunities that the Greek community offers. Being Greek at the University of Mississippi is a very enriching, fulfilling and rewarding experience. Lasting friendships are made in college, but in the Greek system, brotherhood and sisterhood are evident. The Greek system here at Ole Miss is built on a foundation of service to both the university and surrounding communities. It is truly an exciting experience to witness our organizations working together along with other students and community members for a common purpose. We continue to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars each year to benefit multiple causes through humanitarian projects and charitable events. We are so privileged to have the continuous support of the university and the local community in everything we strive to do. Scholastic excellence is an important goal for every Greek organization. We hold our members to high standards of academic excellence and leadership development. The all-greek GPA continues to remain higher than the all-students average. Many Greek members hold student leadership positions within organizations such as the Associated Student Body, Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, Student Programming Board, Croft Institute for International Studies and the Trent Lott Leadership Institute. Feel free to navigate through our website and see what Greek Affairs has to offer. If you have any questions regarding Recruitment 2013, please feel free to contact the Greek Affairs Office. I cannot wait to meet every single one of you this fall as we continue to celebrate Greek life at Ole Miss. Go Rebels! Go Greek! Natalie Miller Panhellenic President Panhellenic Executive Council Back Row (L to R): Mary Charles Pence, VP Community Service, Mercer Ann Mckee, VP Recruitment Counselors, Elizabeth Burgreen, VP Recruitment, and Rachel Saliba, VP Public Relations. Front Row (L to R): Katie Sacharuk, Secretary/Treasurer, Natalie Miller, President, and Jackie Gledhill, VP Education/Judicial. Panhellenic Council 21

22 NPC Recruitment Counselors Known as Gamma Chi s, these active sorority women serve as Recruitment Counselors by providing guidance and information for potential new members throughout the recruitment process. Judicial Board Panhellenic Sorority Presidents The Judicial Board is responsible for upholding the Constitution, By-laws, and recruitment rules of the University of Mississippi s Panhellenic Association. The Judicial Board handles infractions associated with recruitment during the week and are available to help potential new members and Recruitment Counselors. (left to right): Phi Mu, Kelly Barnett, Kappa Alpha Theta, Jenna Taft, Pi Beta Phi, Taylor Lightner, Alpha Omicron Pi, Kaley Murchland, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Liles Ingram, Delta Delta Delta, Madison Coburn, Delta Gamma, Emily Carol Alef, Chi Omega, Mary Daniel Smith. Not pictured Kappa Delta President, Grace Glanton. 22 Panhellenic Council

23 NPC ANGELIA 2013 Letter from the Vice President of Recruitment and Vice President of Recruitment Counselors Ladies of Ole Miss, We are so excited that you have expressed an interest in becoming a part of the Greek community at Ole Miss! By joining a sorority, you will have endless opportunities to establish lasting friendships and develop your leadership abilities while focusing on scholarship, character development and philanthropy endeavors. The experience you have during recruitment is determined solely by you. Each of our ten chapters on campus offers an array of opportunities to its members. With chapters such as ours, you cannot go wrong if you choose to go Greek! For some women, Recruitment can be an emotional process, so please remember to keep an open mind and give each sorority the chance to show you what it means to be a part of their sisterhood. We wish you a recruitment full of fun, friendship and memories to start your college experience! Elizabeth Burgreen Mercer Ann McKee Elizabeth Burgreen Vice President of Recruitment Mercer Ann McKee Vice President of Recruitment Counselors Panhellenic Recruitment Chairs (left to right): Alpha Omicron Pi, Briana Dubaz; Chi Omega, Virginia Tracy; Delta Delta Delta, Ali Corbin; Delta Gamma, Abby Posey; Kappa Alpha Theta, Hillary Lindberg; Kappa Delta, Sara Frances Chisholm; Kappa Kappa Gamma, Hannah Hudson; Phi Mu, Katelyn Meek; and Pi Beta Phi, Katie Bieger Panhellenic Creed We, as undergraduate members of women s fraternities, stand for good scholarship, for guarding of good health, for maintenance of fine standards and for serving, to the best of our ability, our college community. Cooperation for furthering fraternity life, in harmony with its best possibilities, is the ideal that shall guide our fraternity activities. We, as fraternity women, stand for service through the development of character inspired by the close contact and deep friendship of individual fraternity and Panhellenic life. The opportunity for wide and wise human service, through mutual respect and helpfulness, is the tenet by which we strive to live. Panhellenic Council 23

24 NPC Welcome to Recruitment Week Grovin With My Gamma Chi 2 pm - 4 pm at the Tad Smith Coliseum Meet your recruitment counselors. This is a great chance to ask questions about the recruitment process! What to wear: Casual: shorts, t-shirt Water Parties Sunday, September 8 12 pm - 7 pm Meet in the Grove at 12 pm Your chance to visit inside the sorority houses! PNMs spend 20 minutes with each sorority meeting members and learning about their organization. ** You do NOT have to be registered for recruitment to go to water parties** What to wear: Casual: shorts, jeans, a colorful t-shirt, sandals Panhellenic Recruitment Registration Closes Monday, September 9, 11:59 pm CST Panhellenic Convocation Sunday, September 29, 3-5 pm, Ford Center Our Welcome to Recruitment Week event where you ll hear an inspirational speaker, review of formal recruitment details and get to know other PNMs. What to wear: Business casual attire, such as skirts and dresses Alpha Delta Pi Coming Home to Ole Miss Alpha Delta Pi, the new sorority at Ole Miss, will recruit women in fall 2013 to become founding members of our newest chapter. We will be seeking women of all class years freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors to form our campus home at the University of Mississippi. Being a member of a sorority colony ( colony is the term for a new chapter before it is installed as an active chapter) is a powerful experience. Founding members of ADPi will be forging the path for ADPi on campus and will leave Ole Miss with the knowledge that they ve been an integral part of creating a sorority that will serve as a home for future generations of women. Join us for our colony recruitment which will kick off on Monday, October 7th! To sign up for ADPi colony recruitment, click on the Come Home to ADPi tab on our Facebook page and join us for the following events: Monday, October 7, 7pm at The Inn at Ole Miss: Alpha Delta Pi Information Session Monday, October 7 Friday, October 11: Tell Us About You Sessions (by appointment; sign up through our Facebook page) Wednesday, October 9, 7pm at The Inn at Ole Miss: Alpha Delta Pi Philanthropy Night OleMissADPi@AlphaDeltaPi.com Sunday, October 13: Alpha Delta Pi Bid Day Panhellenic Council

25 NPC ANGELIA 2013 What to Expect and Wear during Recruitment Round One: Philanthropy October 1, 2; October 1-PNMs meet at 3:45 pm in the Grove Visit ten sororities in two days. Length of Round: 35 minutes What to Expect: Each sorority will emphasize its role in community service by highlighting its main philanthropic event. During the party, most sororities show a brief video and talk with Potential New Members one on one. What to Discuss: Good questions to ask include What to Wear: Be comfortable! Round Two: Skit October 3, 4; October 3-PNMs meet at 3pm in the Grove Visit up to six sororities. Length of Round: 40 minutes What to Expect: These parties are highly energetic and full of skits, songs and dances. The party is designed so that you may have more time to have in-depth conversations with sorority members and get a better feel for the spirit and personality of each organization. You will want to begin thinking seriously about where you feel most comfortable. What to Discuss: This party is an opportunity for you to communicate more seriously with the sorority members. Sincerity and a discussion of individual ideals and feelings are appropriate. The main focus is for you to relax and be yourself. The sorority members are as interested in you as you are in them! What to Wear: Wear something classy and comfortable! Round Three: Preference October 5; PNMs meet at 3:15pm at the Grove Visit up to three sororities. Length of Round: 1 hour What to Expect: Because this is the last round of recruitment, discussion is the most serious. A sorority s invitation to this round means its members are very interested in you joining the organization. Out of the chapters you visit, you must decide which sorority you want to join. What to Discuss: You will want to pay close attention to your feelings about each of the groups you visit. Expect to talk privately with a few members and ask them questions about why they chose their sorority or what their sorority means to them. It is also appropriate to talk about your feelings regarding their sorority. Ask any final questions before leaving to reflect on your experiences from previous rounds, and then make your final selection. What to Wear: Bid Day! October 6; PNMs meet at 2:30pm at the Lyceum Recruitment Counselors reveal the sorority they call their own and membership invitations are distributed. After bids are received, PNMs walk to their sorority house to enjoy bid day festivities with their sisters! What to Wear: Casual attire (most sororities provide a shirt to wear) Panhellenic Council 25

26 NPC Chapters of the Panhellenic Council Alpha Delta Pi Nickname: ADPi Chapter: Delta Sigma National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1851 Local Founding: 1961 Colors: : Azure Blue and White What are your founding principles? The object of the fraternity shall be to encourage a spirit of fraternity and love among its members; to stand at all times for character, dignity, scholarship and college loyalty; to strive for and support the best interests of the colleges and universities in which chapters are installed, and in no way to disregard, injure or sacrifice those interests for the sake of prestige or advancement of the fraternity or any of its chapters. Established in 1851, Alpha Delta Pi is committed to sisterhood, values and ethics, high academic standards and social responsibility. Alpha Delta Pi holds the distinction of being the first secret society in the world for college women. Founded on May 15, 1851 at Wesleyan Female College in Macon, Georgia, we were originally called The Adelphean Society, from the Greek word for sister. Wesleyan was the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to women. Alpha Delta Pi, the new sorority at Ole Miss, will recruit women in fall 2013 to become founding members of our newest chapter. We will be seeking women of all class years freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors to form our campus home at the University of Mississippi. Alpha Omicron Pi Nickname: AOPi Chapter: Nu Beta Local Address: P.O. Box 7987 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1897 Local Founding: 1958 Colors: cardinal What are your founding principles? The object of the fraternity shall be to encourage a spirit of fraternity and love among its members; to stand at all times for character, dignity, scholarship and college loyalty; to strive for and support the best interests of the colleges and universities in which chapters are installed, and in no way to disregard, injure or sacrifice those interests for the sake of prestige or advancement of the fraternity or any of its chapters. What advice would you give to the Alpha Omicron Pi pledge class of 2013? Be open to meeting people. Make sure you are willing to come to the house for all events and for lunch and dinner. You will never be able to meet new friends unless you make an effort. Lunch and dinner is an easy way to meet new people. Sitting with different groups of people every day can help you in making new friendships. These friendships will last a lifetime and these girls will become some of your best friends. Kaley Murchland, Chapter President 26 Panhellenic Council

27 NPC ANGELIA 2013 Chi Omega Nickname: Chi O Chapter: Tau Local Address: P.O. Box 8047 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1895 Local Founding: 1899 Colors: cardinal and straw What are your founding principles? Chi Omega s founding principles are to promote lifelong friendships, provide an environment where learning and scholarship are embraced, participate both individually and as a chapter in campus activities, community service, and career development. What is the greatest accomplishment of your chapter in the last year? Chi Omega had a crawfish boil this past spring to raise money for the Make a Wish Foundation. We raised $41,000 for Make a Wish by having a crawfish boil as well as having an alumnae fundraising letter drive. We cooked over 2,700 pounds of crawfish that day for our guests. We were blown away by the amount of money raised and the people we fed. In the fall, we are excited to be hosting a wish at our house. The rest of the money will be given to Make a Wish to allow them to make more wishes come true for children battling cancer. Mary Daniel Smith, Chapter President Delta Delta Delta Nickname: Tri Delta Chapter: Chi Local Address: P.O. Box 8077 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1888 Local Founding: 1904 Colors: silver, blue and gold What are your founding principles? THE PURPOSE OF DELTA DELTA DELTA shall be to establish a perpetual bond of friendship among its members, to develop a stronger and more womanly character, to broaden the moral and intellectual life, and to assist its members in every possible way. In 10 years, what will you remember about your experience with your chapter? In 10 years, I will remember the great friends that I made being a member of Delta Delta Delta. I will remember how we hugged each other on bid day, cried during senior week as we watched our big sisters graduate, and celebrated our successes both individually and with Tri Delta as a whole. The sisters I gained through my membership in Delta Delta Delta made my experience in this house unforgettable. Madison Coburn, Chapter President Panhellenic Council 27

28 NPC Delta Gamma Nickname: DG Chapter: Alpha Psi Local Address: P.O. Box 8078 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1873 Local Founding: 1873 Colors: bronze, pink and blue What are your founding principles? Delta Gamma offers to women of all ages a rich heritage based on principles of personal integrity, personal responsibility and intellectual honesty. Its primary purpose is to foster high ideals of friendship, promote educational and cultural interests, create a true sense of social responsibility and develop the finest qualities of character. What is the greatest lesson your chapter has taught you? My chapter has showed me what sisterhood truly means. The girls that I have met in this chapter are so kind and supportive, and I know that I will have these friends for a lifetime. Emily Carol Alef, Chapter President Kappa Alpha Theta Nickname: Theta Chapter: Epsilon Zeta Local Address: P.O. Box 908 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1870 Local Founding: 1979 Colors: black and gold What are your founding principles? Kappa Alpha Theta was the first Greek-letter fraternity for women and was founded on the principles of attaining the highest scholarship and influencing the campus, community, and world for good. What is the greatest lesson your chapter has taught you? The greatest lesson my chapter has taught me is how strong the power of sisterhood can be. It is amazing to see women from all walks of life come together as one and work toward a common goal. We all love and respect one another and know how strong we can be acting as one. Jenna Taft, Chapter President 28 Panhellenic Council

29 NPC ANGELIA 2013 Kappa Delta Nickname: KD Chapter: Alpha Mu Local Address: P.O. Box 8108 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1897 Local Founding: 1927 Colors: green and white What are your founding principles? The founding principles of Kappa Delta are exemplified by the our purpose statement that our founders wrote in It reads, The purpose of Kappa Delta Sorority is to promote true friendship among the college girls of our country by inculcating into their hearts and lives those principles of truth, of honor, of duty, without which there can be no friendship. The basic principle of KD is to cultivate and nurture relationships among college women by teaching her members to be better friends and better people. In 10 years, what will you remember about your experience with your chapter? In 10 years, I know that my most prominent memories from college will be ones I have made through Kappa Delta. Of all the fun, laughter, knowledge, and spiritual growth KD has brought, I know that more than anything I will remember the lazy Saturdays I spent with friends watching movies in our living room or the countless Fried Friday lunches we ate and laughed together. KD has taught me that it is not what you do while in college that matters, it is who you do it with. Grace Glanton, Chapter President Kappa Kappa Gamma Nickname: Kappa Chapter: Delta Rho Local Address: PO Box 8137 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1870 Local Founding: 1947 Colors: light blue and dark blue What are your founding principles? Kappa Kappa Gamma is an organization of women, which seeks for every member throughout her life bonds of friendship, mutual support, opportunities for selfgrowth, respect for intellectual development, and an understanding of and an allegiance to positive ethical principles. Kappa Kappa Gamma at its core is friendship, leadership and scholarship... an opportunity for a lifetime. What is the greatest opportunity you had because of your membership in Kappa Kappa Gamma? Being a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma has allowed me to experience many opportunities, which enabled me to grow and reach my full potential at Ole Miss. I am especially proud of Kappa s philanthropic outreach to not only our local community with projects such as Feed the Hunger but also our global help with yearly trips to Africa. All this was accomplished side by side with people who are my best friends. I am proud to be a part of one of the oldest and largest national sororities and will continue to cherish my Kappa experience long after my years at Ole Miss. Liles Ingram, Chapter President Panhellenic Council 29

30 NPC Phi Mu Chapter: Alpha Delta Local Address: PO Box 8198 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1852 Local Founding: 1926 Colors: rose and white What are your founding principles? The founding principles of Phi Mu Fraternity are love, honor and truth. Started by our three founders, these are the ideals by which a Phi Mu lady should live. In 10 years, what will you remember about your experience with your chapter? In 10 years from now, I will remember the feeling I got every time I entered the house. Whenever I entered Phi Mu, I felt like I was entering my own home. There was a sense of comfort among everyone, including the staff. Being from out of state, it truly was a home away from home.. Kelly Barnett, Chapter President Pi Beta Phi Nickname: Pi Phi Chapter: Mississippi Beta Local Address: P.O. Box 8347 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1867 Local Founding: 1962 Colors: wine and silver blue What are your founding principles? The founding principles of Pi Beta Phi are integrity, lifelong commitment, honor and respect, philanthropic service to others, sincere friendship, and personal and intellectual growth. What advice would you give to your chapter s pledge class of 2013? Give it all you ve got! Get involved and get to know as many of your sisters as you can. There is something special to be taken away from this experience when you can look past the surface. Taylor Lightner, Chapter President 30 Panhellenic Council

31 Interfraternity Executive Council Letter from the President of the Interfraternity Executive Council IFC ANGELIA 2013 Welcome to IFC Recruitment, We are excited that you are interested in the IFC recruitment process, and we hope to provide you with a meaningful experience should you choose to participate this fall. The IFC fraternities at the University of Mississippi represent men of strong character. We are dedicated to the principles that define both the university and the chapters of which we are a part. We invite you to get to know us, and we believe that if you get to know us, then you will be intrigued by what you learn. Fraternity men are in positions of leadership. We are in Associated Student Body government, the Student Programming Board and lead various Gabe LaBonia student organizations. Fraternity men are involved. From intramural sports to student alumni groups to language clubs, we represent our chapters in a diverse group of organizations. Fraternity men achieve academically. We are part of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College and find ourselves on the Chancellor s Honor Roll and the Dean s Honor Roll. We are involved in nationally esteemed accounting and pharmacy schools, as well as the Croft Institute for International Studies and Lott Leadership Institute. Fraternity men serve. We all participate in philanthropy events specific to our individual chapters, but we don t stop there. We are participants in community service events all over Oxford, and when it comes time for the university s Big Event, we show up in a big way. Again, we are men of strong character. We strive to achieve in all areas of university and Greek life. We seek to embody all principles of both our university and our chapters. We hold ourselves to high standards, and we expect the same from you. We recruit men who will be positive contributors to fraternity life at Ole Miss. We hope that this challenge will inspire you, and we hope that you will choose to become one of these men in the upcoming recruitment period. We invite you to get to know us, and we are excited that you are here. Gabe LaBonia IFC President Interfraternity Executive Council Back Row (L to R): James Foster,VP of Finance; Tripp McKemey, VP of Recruitment Advisors; Sonny Beneke, VP of Recruitment; and Carter Barnett, VP of Scholarship. Front Row (L to R): Drew Toppin, VP of Standards; Will Abbey, VP of Philanthropy; Gabe LaBonia, President; and Oliver Townsend, VP Public Relations. Interfraternity Council 31

32 IFC Interfraternity Council Recruitment Letter from the Vice President of Recruitment and the Vice President of Recruitment Advisors Greetings, Sonny Beneke Greek life has long been an integral part of the Ole Miss community. The Greek system at Ole Miss is one of the most respected in the country, and we hope that you decide to become a part of it. The success of our Greek system can be attributed, in large part, to the high number of people who invest countless hours of time and effort into the overall well-being of our community as active members. It is my hope that you will consider Greek life with respect and an open mind. What truly makes fraternities unique is that they have withstood the test of time. Many fraternities have been around since before the Civil War. Those same organizations still share the same ideals, rituals and visions today as their founding fathers did 150 years ago. Currently at Ole Miss, there are 15 active fraternities and two colonies. These chapters all possess different strengths that make them unique. Chapter sizes range from 25 members to more than 200 members. Diversity is something we encourage for our chapters, and we feel that is our greatest strength. One fraternity s strength may be another s weakness, and that Tripp McKemey is why we stress there truly is a home for everyone. It is important that you, as a Potential New Member, approach recruitment with no preconceived notions toward one group or another. When ranking your fraternities during Formal Recruitment, it is vital that you use your experiences and yours alone. As a Potential New Member, the Greek system can be intimidating. I d like to remind you that fraternities are very competitive with one another. Part of this competitiveness carries over into the number of bids each fraternity extends to Potential New Members; as a result, many fraternities limit the bids they give out to those who show interest in their organization. Word to the wise: Even if you know which fraternity you prefer, keep it to yourself. Many Potential New Members approach recruitment with their sights set on one house, only to come up disappointed when a bid isn t extended to them. They then find themselves with no other bids because they vocalized their intentions to only join one organization. So, in short, keep those options open, and you won t be disappointed! The week of Formal Recruitment will be an experience you will never forget. This one week is the best opportunity of the year to meet people and potentially build friendships that last a lifetime. Recruitment counselors are there to guide you and to answer any questions you may have. They can be a valuable resource when used. In closing, relax, be yourself, keep an open mind, and enjoy your week. We are here if you ever need anything, so don t hesitate to contact us! Sincerely, Sonny Beneke Vice President of Recruitment rubeneke@go.olemiss.edu Tripp McKemey Vice President of Recruitment Advisors grmckeme@go.olemiss.edu 32 Interfraternity Council

33 IFC ANGELIA 2013 Interfraternity Council Recruitment Counselors Greek Fact Who s Greek? 43% of the U.S. Senate 29% of the House of Representatives 85% of U.S. Supreme Court judges 3% of the overall population Interfraternity Council 33

34 IFC What to Expect and Wear during Recruitment Convocation Friday, Sept. 20 Session 1 (A M) at 4pm Ford Center Session 2 (N Z) at 6pm Ford Center Round One Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22 September 21 recruits meet at 9:30am at the Tad Smith Coliseum Visit seventeen fraternities in two days; 30-minute parties What to Wear: Round Three Saturday, Oct. 5 Recruits meet at 1:45 pm at the Tad Smith Coliseum Visit up to three fraternities; 60-minute parties What to Wear: Bid Day! Sunday, Oct. 6 Recruitment Counselors will deliver bids to residence halls at 10 am Off-Campus students pick up bids from the Student Union at 10 am Round Two Friday, Oct. 4 Recruits meet at 3:45 pm at the Tad Smith Coliseum Visit up to six fraternities; 60-minute parties What to Wear: Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 34 Interfraternity Council

35 IFC ANGELIA 2013 Chapters of the Interfraternity Council Alpha Tau Omega Nickname: ATO Chapter: Delta Psi Local Address: P.O. Box 7988 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1865 Local Founding: 1927 Colors: azure and gold Beta Theta Pi Nickname: Beta Chapter: Beta Beta Local Address: P.O. Box 128 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1839 Local Founding: 1879 Colors: red and blue Since its founding on Sept. 11, 1865, in Richmond, Va., the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity has grown to include more than 240 chapters nationwide. Alpha Tau Omega is one of the top national fraternities, and it is proud that one of the most outstanding chapters was founded at Ole Miss in Alpha Tau Omega prides itself on being involved in virtually every aspect of campus life and leadership. Increasing in our efforts to bind men together, Alpha Tau Omega has truly made excellence and achievement a tradition that will last forever. Beta Theta Pi s chapter was founded at the University of Mississippi in Beta was founded nationally at Miami University in Ohio on Aug. 8, 1839, making it one of the oldest and most established Greek organizations in the world. The brotherhood of Beta Theta Pi boasts more than 200 Rhodes Scholars, including two from Ole Miss, Congressional Medal of Honor recipients, and prominent athletes and politicians. The Beta Beta chapter at Ole Miss is proud of our brothers, the late great congressman Jamie Whitten and former governor of Mississippi Ray Mabus. Simply put, Beta is brotherhood. We help our brothers achieve their goals from the beginnings of pledgeship through the rest of their lives. Once a Beta, always a Beta! Interfraternity Council 35

36 IFC Chi Psi Nickname: Chi Psi Chapter: Alpha Gamma Local Address: P.O. Box 309 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1841 Local Founding: 1858 Colors: royal purple and gold Delta Psi Nickname: St. Anthony Hall Chapter: Phi Local Address: P.O. Box 8348 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1847 Local Founding: 1855 Colors: azure blue and gold Alpha Gamma of Chi Psi was established at the University of Mississippi on September 27, 1858 and will be returning to campus this fall. Founded on the values of lasting brotherhood and personal, academic and professional development, Chi Psi seeks to establish among its Brothers a sense of purpose larger than one s self, cultivated through simple act, conciliation of dispute, and thoughtful awareness of the total needs of others. We began our recolonization efforts in January of Since that time we have recruited a good number of men and have been able to participate in a multitude of activities. We value being true gentlemen and one of our main goals is to become better men. We hope to be able to build a good foundation for Chi Psi in the years to come. Ole Miss St. Anthony Hall, Phi chapter of the fraternity of Delta Psi, is a unique organization established at the University of Mississippi in Delta Psi has undergraduate chapters located at a select group of prestigious campuses such as Yale, UNC-Chapel Hill, Virginia, Princeton and Penn. Because of the strong bonds and dedication of our alumni, the Hall has just reopened after extensive renovation and structural improvements. Delta Psi seeks to enhance the intellectual life of its members through literary endeavors, to foster in its members a spirit of responsibility and service to the community, and to give its members an extended circle of lifelong friends and mentors who will enrich their lives. 36 Interfraternity Council

37 IFC ANGELIA 2013 Kappa Alpha Nickname: KA Chapter: Alpha Upsilon Local Address: P.O. Box 8107 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1865 Local Founding: 1900 Colors: crimson and old gold Kappa Sigma Nickname: Kappa Sig Chapter: Delta Xi Local Address: P.O. Box 8138 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1869 Local Founding: 1926 Colors: scarlet, white and emerald green Kappa Alpha Order was founded in 1865 at what is now Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Va. With more than 130 chapters nationwide, Kappa Alpha Order is dedicated to the highest ideals of character, duty, honor, reverence for God and respect for others. Alpha Upsilon chapter of KA has maintained a high standard of excellence since its establishment at Ole Miss in The men of Kappa Alpha peruse their fullest potential in scholarship, leadership and friendship with an emphasis on developing a diverse, well-rounded member. Our strong heritage is an inspiration for our bright future, and our gentlemanly ideals of Southern hospitality continue to inspire us to greatness. On Dec. 10, 1869, five friends and brothers met by firelight on a cold, windswept night in Charlottesville, Va., to establish a bond of brotherhood that was dedicated to the goal of learning. This institution of fraternal brotherhood became Kappa Sigma. Years later, this fraternal organization is perpetuating the national tradition of producing great men. Brothers around the nation have become presidential cabinet members, U.S. senators and Heisman Trophy winners. Blending together all aspects of Ole Miss, the Delta Xi chapter of Kappa Sigma has maintained its position of campus leadership as well as its commitment to brotherhood not for a day, an hour or a college term, but for life. Interfraternity Council 37

38 IFC Phi Delta Theta Nickname: Phi Delt Chapter: Mississippi Alpha Local Address: P.O. Box 8167 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1848 Local Founding: 1877 Colors: azure and argent Phi Kappa Psi Nickname: Phi Psi Chapter: Mississippi Alpha Local Address: P.O. Box 8168 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1852 Local Founding: 1857 Colors: cardinal red and hunter green The Mississippi Alpha chapter of Phi Delta Theta was founded at Ole Miss in 1877, and since then the men of Phi Delta Theta have established an outstanding reputation. Mississippi Alpha s success can be attributed to the achievement of each member and to the hard work of the fraternity as a whole. This has resulted in the feeling of pride that can be found throughout the chapter. Phi Delta Theta is more than a social group or place where men associate; it is a fraternity that strives to better the individual by encouraging its members to work hard in the spirit of brotherhood toward a common goal. Phi Delta Theta is a fraternity that prepares college men for future success by helping them develop to their full potential. Phi Delta Theta is the fraternity from which its members benefit not only during their college years but also for the rest of their lives. The Mississippi Alpha chapter of Phi Kappa Psi was founded at the University of Mississippi in Phi Kappa Psi was the third fraternity established on the UM campus and has enjoyed a 144-year history at the university. Nationally, Phi Kappa Psi has always been strong. Founded in 1852, it was the first fraternity founded with the intention of becoming a nationwide fraternal organization. Phi Kappa Psi continues to be strong in its leadership and traditions, as it supports more than 90 chapters nationwide. 38 Interfraternity Council

39 IFC ANGELIA 2013 Phi Kappa Tau Nickname: Phi Tau Chapter: Delta Gamma Local Address: P.O. Box 307 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1906 Local Founding: 1969 Colors: Harvard red and old gold Phi Kappa Theta Nickname: Phi Kaps Chapter: Mississippi Chi Local Address: P.O. Box 8227 University, MS National Website: National Founding: 1959 Local Founding: 1971 Recolonization: 2013 Colors: white, gold, and cardinal-purple Phi Kappa Tau was founded nationally at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, on March 17, Four young men founded a brotherhood based on a person s innate worth as an individual, democratic principles and Christian ideals. Since its founding in 1969, the Delta Gamma chapter of Phi Kappa Tau has worked hard to uphold these goals. Throughout members years as students at the university, Phi Tau instills in them a sense of pride and provides a strong base for leadership and academic and social accomplishments through examples set by active and alumni members throughout the community. Phi Kappa Theta was established by the merger of two fraternities on April 29, 1959: Phi Kappa and Theta Kappa Phi. It occurred at The Ohio State University with the first chartered chapter of Phi Kappa Theta located at Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina. Phi Kappa Theta is currently the only fraternity in the American Fraternal system that is considered a true merger of two separate Greek letter organizations. Phi Kappa Theta actively develops men to effectively lead and passionately serve their society, Fraternity and God. Phi Kappa Theta celebrates over 120 years of continuous Brotherhood with over 33,000 living alumni and 1,500 collegiate Brothers living our Mission throughout the world. Phi Kappa Theta recolonized at the University of Mississippi after twenty-six years on February 1, Interfraternity Council 39

40 IFC Pi Kappa Alpha Nickname: Pike Chapter: Gamma Iota Local Address: P.O. Box 8227 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1868 Local Founding: 1927 Colors: garnet and old gold Pi Kappa Phi Nickname: Pi Kapp Chapter: Alpha Lambda Local Address: P.O. Box 8227 University, MS National Website: National Founding: 1904 Local Founding: 1927 Recolonization: 2013 Colors: gold and white (blue is auxiliary) Since its founding on March 1, 1868, at the University of Virginia, the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity has enjoyed the honor of being one of the largest fraternities nationwide. Undoubtedly, this popularity must be attributed to the fraternity s highest goals: scholarship, friendship and leadership. Founded at the University of Mississippi in 1927, Gamma Iota chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha has enjoyed a long tradition of fraternal excellence on campus and can boast such local alumni as U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran. We are a close-knit group of friends striving to further each other s goals and ambitions. We help our members reach their full potential, and the bonds established in these years at Ole Miss greatly benefit our brothers for the rest of their lives. This philosophy is evident in our national motto: Once a Pike, always a Pike! In 1927, James Reagan Simms, Jr. from Emory University in Atlanta, GA transferred to the University of Mississippi where he organized the 35th chapter of Pi Kappa Phi. However, in 1949 following the end of World War II and the eminent start of the Korean War, the Pi Kappa Phi chapter at Ole Miss was forced to close. Today, Pi Kappa Phi is reviving the founder s mission of redefining fraternity in the minds of the university, the community, and their families by re-colonizing its Alpha Lambda chapter. Anyone can join a social fraternity, but building your own is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. From budgets to brotherhood, you make the decisions; you set the rules; you start the traditions. And along the way, you ll also build lifelong friendships. Few people leave a lasting impression on their college or university, and even fewer have the chance to truly impact people. However, as a founding father of Pi Kappa Phi at Ole Miss, you ll indelibly leave your mark on campus and influence the lives of men who will follow in your footsteps. 40 Interfraternity Council

41 IFC ANGELIA 2013 Sigma Alpha Epsilon Nickname: SAE Chapter: Mississippi Gamma Local Address: P.O. Box 8228 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1856 Local Founding: 1866 Colors: old gold and royal purple With more than 250 chapters in existence today, Sigma Alpha Epsilon is one of the largest international fraternities in the world. For 142 years, the Mississippi Gamma chapter of SAE has been a solid institution at Ole Miss and on Fraternity Row. The brothers of Sigma Alpha Epsilon are among the best in the South and excel in all areas of campus life, including athletics, student government and philanthropy. The men of Mississippi Gamma believe that brotherhood and leadership are two of the most important aspects of fraternity life. These two values create the foundation for a lifetime of friendships and provide guidance for each member throughout his life. Sigma Chi Nickname: Sigma Chi Chapter: Eta Local Address: P.O. Box 936 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1855 Local Founding: 1857 Colors: blue and old gold The Eta chapter of Sigma Chi received its charter in 1857, only nine years after the founding of the University of Mississippi. Eta is one of the oldest and most prestigious chapters of Sigma Chi in the nation. We received the fourth charter granted to a Sigma Chi chapter. We have long been revered as the standard-bearer not only for the South but also for the nation. Sigma Chi s strength lies in the diversity of its membership, and the organization continually has excelled in every area on campus. Sigma Chis, and especially the Eta chapter, pride themselves on encouraging the growth and development of each member. Interfraternity Council 41

42 Sigma Nu Nickname: Sigma Nu Chapter: Epsilon Xi Local Address: P.O. Box 832 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1869 Local Founding: 1927 Colors: black and gold Sigma Phi Epsilon Nickname: Sig Ep Chapter: Mississippi Alpha Local Address: P.O. Box 8350 University, MS National Website: Local Website: National Founding: 1901 Local Founding: 1928 Colors: red and violet The Epsilon Xi chapter of Sigma Nu was founded at Ole Miss in Since then, our chapter has become one of the strongest and most active chapters in the nation, as well as on campus. Sigma Nu strives to uphold its principles of love, truth and honor through its participation in student government, athletics and numerous honoraries. We place strong emphasis on creating a balance between academics and the athletic, social and spiritual aspects of college life. A close look at Sigma Nu reveals at once that it is a unique organization of young men dedicated to continuing its tradition of strong leadership, high accomplishments and purity in purpose. Sigma Phi Epsilon was founded in 1901 at the University of Richmond. Shortly thereafter, Sig Ep received its national fraternity status and has since grown to become the nation s largest fraternity. With this position comes an extremely rich and diverse network of alumni and members, providing both invaluable professional and social contacts. In maintaining its lofty standards of achievement, Sigma Phi Epsilon continually pursues its doctrine of the balanced man, a concept founded on the ideals of a healthy mind, body and spirit. 42

43 Sigma Pi Nickname: Sigma Pi Chapter: Phi Mu Local Address: P.O. Box 3474 University, MS National Website: Local Website: under construction National Founding: 1897 Local Founding: 2009 Colors: lavender, white, gold The Beta-Mu chapter of Sigma Pi is the newest fraternity on the Ole Miss campus. Since its colonization in October 2009, Sigma Pi has quickly become a leader on campus in community service, philanthropy, academics and campus involvement. With the chartering of the Beta-Mu chapter in April 2011, Sigma Pi is clearly an organization on the rise and well-positioned to develop a rich tradition and history on the Ole Miss campus. Internationally, Sigma Pi was founded in 1897 and boasts more than 130 chapters and colonies across the U.S. and Canada. 43

44 Angelia 2013 A Guide to Greek Life at The University of Mississippi 32983/08-13