Center for Fraternity & Sorority Life

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1 Center for Fraternity & Sorority Life 1

2 WELCOME TO BEAVER NATION! OSU Fraternity & Sorority Experience Joining a fraternity or sorority can be one of the best ways to find your home away from home at Oregon State and make a large campus feel much smaller. There are 49 chapters on campus that are a member of one of five communities: the Interfraternity Council (IFC), the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), the Panhellenic Council (PHC), and the Unified Greek Council (UGC), orthe Collective Greek Council (CGC). We believe there is a place for everyone in our diverse community of over 3,200 students. Fraternities and sororities have a rich history at OSU and have been on campus for over 136 years. The first national organization, Alpha Tau Omega, was established on campus in Our community shares several core principles: Friendship, Scholarship, Leadership, Inclusivity, Philanthropy and Service. The community shared vision statement is: United by a common bond, we are a diverse community dedicated to scholarship, leadership and service. Our members live these values each day and strive toward this vision in the events and programs they plan and in the membership experiences our chapters offer. Membership in a fraternity or sorority not only allows you to get more involved at OSU, but also within the local Corvallis community. Studies show that students who are engaged with student organizations, like fraternities and sororities, are more successful academically and are more likely to graduate. College is a time to build memories and gain friends that will last a lifetime. We know that college is full of choices, and we are glad you ve made the choice to get to know our chapters. We urge you to get to know our organizations for yourself and make the best decision for you about which group to join. Please take time to browse through this publication and acquaint yourself with all that fraternity and sorority life has to offer. If you re still not sure if going Greek is right for you, we encourage you to learn more about these organizations by checking out the fall recruitment/membership intake processes. Once again, welcome to Oregon State University. We offer you our best wishes for every success during your time here. And get used to saying it Go Beavs! For over a century, both OSU and fraternities & sororities have benefited from the mutual relationship shared between the community and the institution. Fraternities and sororities provide a valuable component of the undergraduate experience and complement the curricular and co-curricular aims of the University. Fraternities and sororities recognized by OSU are expected to maintain this history of positive contribution by conducting themselves in accordance with the shared values and expectations of their affiliate inter/national organizations and the University. The fraternities and sororities listed in this booklet are the only social fraternities and sororities recognized by and in good standing with Oregon State University. A Relationship Statement is executed annually between OSU and its fraternities and sororities. This document formalizes the shared values and expectations that are instrumental in ensuring a mutually beneficial relationship between all parties. Among the specific areas and criteria addressed within the Relationship Statement are: Leadership Development Academic Achievement Risk Reduction & Management Diversity & Inclusion Membership Development Campus Engagement & Community Service Advising & Alumni Relations Community Standards This Relationship Statement serves as the basis for ensuring the positive presence and continued contributions of fraternities and sororities at Oregon State University, and that each is working collaboratively to enable each other to meet and exceed their individual missions and goals. To view the full text of this agreement, visit oregonstate.edu/cfsl. 2 3

3 Fraternities & Sororities at OSU share six core community values: Scholarship: Fraternities and sororities at Oregon State University strive for academic excellence. Each chapter has specific grade requirements for students to achieve and maintain active membership and provides their members with resources to promote academic success. Fraternity and sorority membership offers many options to help new members transition academically from high school to college, including educational programs and workshops, study hours, tutoring programs, and more. As a result, the All-Greek GPA is consistently at or above the All- Undergraduate average. Philanthropy: Fraternities and sororities sponsor a variety of philanthropic fundraisers that raise over $315,000 annually to support local and national nonprofit organizations. These fundraisers include athletic tournaments, haunted houses, lip sync competitions, and more. Inclusivity: United by a common bond, the OSU Greek community is a diverse community that strives for inclusivity of all people regardless of race, culture, identity, gender, or sexual orientation. We hope to promote a welcoming environment for all students on campus where all members and guests feel supported and accepted. In the spirit of continuing to build community throughout Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) at Oregon State, we are proud to have an organization for members that also identify on the LGBTQ+ spectrum, called FSL Pride! The vision for this group is to create space and opportunity for individuals who identify with the LGBTQ+ community. Community Service: In conjunction with philanthropy, each fraternity and sorority participates in numerous community service events each year to engage with the Corvallis and surrounding communities. Last year, OSU s Fraternity and Sorority Community logged more than 68,000 hours of community service.commitment to civic engagement encourages growth as servant leaders and allows members to help others in the world around us. Friendship: With a large student body at OSU, it is easy for new students to be overwhelmed with life on campus. Fraternity and sorority membership eases the transition and enriches the college experience by encouraging the development of sincere relationships within a tight-knit community of over 3,200 students. The lifelong bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood made in fraternities and sororities are unmatched by any other student organization. Leadership: Developing leadership skills in all members is a fundamental goal of every organization. Fraternities and sororities offer a variety of leadership positions within their chapters and opportunities also exist in the Fraternity/Sorority Community at large. Members are also leaders on campus, currently holding leadership positions in over 260 student organizations at OSU. 4 5

4 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Nickname: AKA Founding: January 15th, 1908 at Howard University Colors: Salmon Pink & Apple Green National Programs: ASCEND, UN-USA, Childhood Hunger Initiatives Website: aka1908.com Notable Alumnae: Maya Angelou & Rosa Parks GPA Requirements: 2.5/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Amber Hill, Nickname: Zetas Founding: January 16th, 1920 at Howard University Colors: Royal Blue & Pure White Philanthropy: March of Dimes, Storks Nest, National Education Foundation Website: zphiboregonstate.com Notable Alumnae: Zora Neal Hurston & Sheryl Underwood Recruitment Contact: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 6 National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), also known as the Divine 9 or D9, is the governing council for the historically African-American fraternities and sororities at OSU. NPHC chapters are in inclusive, you aren t required to identify with a specific racial identity to qualify for membership. Fraternities and sororities affiliated with the NPHC do not participate in a formal recruitment process. NPHC chapters identify new members throughout the year, engaging in a membership intake process semiannually. If you are interested in a sorority or fraternity connected to this council, it s important to be on the lookout for their events, introduce yourself to members, and reach out to them based on information listed next their chapter profile entry. NPHC organizations typically do not accept a student for membership until the student has completed at least units of college credit and has achieved at least a 2.5 grade point average. For additional information on NPHC organizations visit specific organization websites and/or research the book Divine Nine by Lawrence Ross. NPHC chapters are unhoused and use the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center as a central place to meet and host events. See a map on page 31 for the location of this center. Visit studentlife.oregonstate.edu/cfsl/national-panhellenic-council-divine-nine for more information on these organizations and how to join. Save the Date! Fall 2018 Event NPHC Informational: Thurday, September 27 at the Memorial Union This event is a great opportunity to meet the D9 chapters and learn about the history of these organizations and the joining requirements. Financial Information NPHC organizations charge a one-time initiation fee, and may have annual chapter membership dues. The below is an estimated range that is collected annually by the NPHC chapters at OSU. Chapter Membership Fee Range: Initiation: $650-$1500 (Average: $950) Nickname: DST or Deltas Founding: January 13th, 1913 at Howard University Colors: Crimson & Cream National Programs: Delta GEMS & Social Action Website: deltasigmathetasorority.org Notable Members: Loretta Lynch & Angela Bassett Recruitment Contact: dstbetapsi@gmail.com Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Nickname: PBS or Sigmas Founding: January 9th, 1914 at Howard University Colors: Royal Blue & Pure White Philanthropy: March of Dimes, Project S.E.E.D, American Cancer Society Website: phibetasigma1914.org Notable Alumni: Dr. George Washington Carver, James Weldon Johnson, & President Kwame Nkrumah Recruitment Contact: Deric Ntirandekura, ntirandd@oregonstate.edu The following NPHC fraternities and sororities have established charters at OSU but do not currently have any undergraduate members, however, joining opportunities may exist. If you are interested in any of the below organizations, please contact the Center for Fraternity & Sorority Life at cfsl@oregonstate.edu or for more information. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. 7

5 Alpha Pi Omega Sorority, Inc. Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. Nickname: APiO Founding: September 1st, 1994 at University of North Carolina Colors: Fire Red, New Grass Green, & Maize Yellow Philanthropy: National Indian Education Association Website: GPA Requirement: 2.3/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Nickname: Kdchi Founding: April 6th, 1987 at Texas Tech University Colors: Pink & Maroon Philanthropy: American Cancer Society Website: oregonstatealphapsi.wix.com/kdchi-alpha-psi GPA Requirement: 2.75/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Delta Phi Omega Sorority, Inc. Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc. Unified Greek Council (UGC) The Unified Greek Council (UGC) is the governing council for the culturally based and multicultural fraternities and sororities at OSU, including chapters with Latinx interest, South-Asian interest, and Native American membership interests. UGC chapters are inclusive, you don t need to identify with a specific cultural or racial identity to qualify for membership. Fraternities and sororities affiliated with UGC do not participate in a formal recruitment process and identify new members throughout the year, engaging in a membership intake process semiannually. If you are interested in a sorority or fraternity connected to this council, it s important to be on the lookout for their events, introduce yourself when they are tabling, and reach out to them based on the contact information listed next to their chapter profile entry. Visit stuorgs.oregonstate.edu/ugc for more information on these organizations and how to join. The UGC chapters are unhoused and often meet at one of the cultural resource centers on campus such as the Native American Longhouse, Asian & Pacific Cultural Center, Centro Cultural Cesar Chavez, and more. See a map on page 33 for a full listing of these centers. Save the Date! Fall 2018 Event UGC Meet and Greet BBQ: Friday, September 28 at the McNary Courtyard Come out and meet the members of the UGC community and learn more about each UGC chapter. Information about the joining process will be provided. Financial Information UGC organizations charge individual membership dues each term. The below is an estimated range for term dues that is collected annually by the UGC chapters at OSU. Chapter Membership Fee Range: $35-$350/term (Average: $175) Nickname: DPO Founding: December 6th, 1998 at University of Houston Colors: Red, Black, & Silver Philanthropy: Children s Literacy and Education Website: dpoosu.wix.com/dpoosu Recruitment Contact: dpo.osu@gmail.com Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc. Nickname: Gammas Founding: January 25th, 1993 at Arizona State University Colors: Forest Green, Navy Blue & White Philanthropy: Mentoring Youth Website: stuorgs.oregonstate.edu/gao_kappa Recruitment Contact: kappa@gammaalphaomega.com Nickname: ODPhi Founding: November 25th, 1987 at Texas Tech University Colors: Scarlet & Silver Philanthropy: CASA Website: alphatheta.odphi.com GPA requirement: 2.6/4.0 Recruitment Contact: recruitment.alphatheta@omegadeltaphi.org Sigma Beta Rho Fraternity, Inc. Nickname: Sig Rho Founding: August 16th, 1996 at University of Pennsylvania Colors: Red, Black, & Green Philanthropy: SOS Children s Villages Website: Sigrho.org Recruitment Contact: Nathan Suk, sukb@oregonstate.edu 8 9

6 Chi Theta Phi Phi Sigma Rho Founding: February 14th, 2013 at Oregon State University Colors: Aquamarine blue & tangerine orange Philanthropy: Children s Healing Art Project Website: chithetaphi.wixsite.com/oregonstate Recruitment Contact: Megan Nickel, nickelme@oregonstate.edu; Sierra Blair, blairsi@oregonstate.edu Recruitment Interest: Art & Design Nickname: Phi Rho Founding: September 24th, 1984 at Purdue University Colors: Wine Red & Silver Philanthropy: Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Website: phirholove.wix.com/phisigmarhoosu Recruitment Contact: psr.sigma.recruitment@gmail.com Recruitment Interest: Science, Math & Engineering Collective Greek Council (CGC) Save the Date! 2018 CGC Recruitment Event The Collective Greek Council is the governing council for Greek-lettered organizations with various academic and interest-based membership. Collective Greek Council chapters do not participate in a formal recruitment process and identify new members throughout the year, engaging in informal membership recruitment processes semi-annually. If you are interested in a sorority or fraternity connected to this council, it is important to be on the lookout for their events, introduce yourself when they are tabling, and reach out to them based on the contact information listed next to their chapter profile entry. Chi Theta Phi and Sigma Delta Omega are each local organizations that were founded at Oregon State and remain the only chapters in existance of these organizations. Visit studentlife.oregonstate.edu/cfsl for more information on these organizations and how to join. Tabling and Informational Event: Wednesday, September 19 in the SEC Lobby This event is a great opportunity to come out and meet the members of the CGC community. Interested students will have the chance to learn more about each CGC chapter and joining opportunities that exist. Financial Information CGC organizations charge individual membership dues each term. The below is an estimated range for term dues that is collected annually by the CGC chapters at OSU. Delta Lambda Phi Nickname: DLP Founding: October 15th, 1986 in Washington D.C. Colors: Green, Gold, & White Philanthropy: The Trevor Project Website: GPA Requirement: 2.75/4.0 Recruitment Contact: osudlp.recruitment@gmail.com Recruitment Interest: Seeking gentlemen who exhibit excellence, integrity, diversity, justice, service, friendship, and commitment. DLP welcomes any man within the LGBTQ+ community as well as allies and otherwise open-minded individuals. Sigma Delta Omega Nickname: SDO Founding: April 5th, 2006 at Oregon State University Colors: Green, Blue, & Gold Philanthropy: STEM Academy Website: sigmadeltaomega.com GPA Requirement: 3.0/4.0 Recruitment Contact: rushsdo@gmail.com Recruitment interest: Women who are passionate about science or are studying any of the sciences (not required). CGC chapters are unhoused and often meet in the Memorial Union or in the buildings where members have the majority of their classes. Chapter Membership Fee Range: $60-$170/term (Average: $115) 10 11

7 Alpha Chi Omega Alpha Phi Nickname: Alpha Chi or AXO Address: 310 NW 26th St Founding: October 15th, 1885 at DePauw University Colors: Scarlet & Olive green Philanthropy: Domestic Violence Awareness Website: Notable Alumnae: Condelezza Rice GPA Requirement: 3.25/4.0 Nickname: Aphi Address: 357 NW 25th St Founding: September 18th, 1872 at Syracuse University Colors: Silver & Bordeaux Philanthropy: Women s Heart Health Website: alphaphi.org Notable Alumnae: Jennifer Joines, Georgia Neese, & Clark Gray Alpha Gamma Delta Chi Omega Panhellenic Council (PHC) The Panhellenic Council (PHC) is the governing body for the 12 traditionally housed sororities at OSU. The council consists of 11 chapters that are members of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) and one associate member, Sigma Alpha, which is an agriculturally based sorority that is unhoused on the Oregon State campus. Save the Date! 2018 PHC Fall Formal Recruitment Events Registration Closes: Tuesday, September 18 Prospective New Member Orientation: Wednesdsay, September 19 Sisterhood Round: Friday, September 21 and Saturday, September 22 Philanthropy Round: Sunday, September 23 Chapter Round: Wednesday, September 26 and Thursday, September 27 Preference Round: Friday, September 28 Nickname: AGD Address: 360 NW 26th St Founding: May 30th, 1904 at Syracuse University Colors: Red, Buff, & Green Philanthropy: Fighting Hunger Website: oregonstate.alphagammadelta.org Notable Alumnae: Betty White, Elizabeth Corbett, & Judy Topinka GPA Requirement: 3.0/4.0 Nickname: Chi O Address: 2240 NW Van Buren Ave Founding: April 5th, 1895 at University of Arkansas Colors: Cardinal & Straw Philanthropy: Make-A-Wish Website: chiomegaos.wix.com/chiobeavs Notable Alumnae: Angela Kinsley & Lucy Liu GPA Requirement: 3.0/4.0 The Panhellenic Council will host its annual fall formal recruitment process at the beginning of fall term 2018 over the first week of school. This is the only time throughout the school year where all PHC chapters will be accepting new members. Don t delay in getting registered as the registration fee will increase as the school year nears. To register for PHC Fall Formal Recruitment, visit: stuorgs.oregonstate.edu/panhelleniccouncil ($45 registration fee until Aug 31, $60 fee Sept 1-18) Bid Day: Saturday, September 29 Financial Information PHC organizations charge a variety of individual membership dues each term. The below is an estimated range for the type of membership dues that is collected annually by the PHC chapters at OSU. Chapter Membership Range per year: New Member Fee: $250-$3,086 (Average: $1,497) Live-In: $6,390-$8,929 (Average: $7,531) Live-Out: $360-$2,025 (Average: $1,620) Alpha Omicron Pi Nickname: AOII Address: 127 NW 13th St Founding: January 2nd, 1897 at Barnard College Colors: Cardinal Philanthropy: Arthritis Research and Education (Arthritis Foundation) Website: oregonstate.alphaomicronpi.org Notable Alumnae: Gayle Fitzpatrick & Natalie White Delta Delta Delta Nickname: Tri Delta Address: 340 NW 26th St Founding: November 27th, 1888 at Boston University Colors: Blue, Gold, & Silver Philanthropy: St. Jude Children s Research Hospital Website: Notable Alumnae: Joanna García, Elizabeth Banks, & Katie Couric 12 13

8 Delta Gamma Nickname: DG Address: 715 NW 23rd St Founding: December 25th, 1873 at Lewis School for Girls Colors: Bronze, Pink, & Blue Philanthropy: Service for Sight Website: oregonstate.deltagamma.org Notable Alumnae: Sabrina Bryan, Erin Condren, & Joan Lunden Kappa Kappa Gamma Nickname: Kappa or KKG Address: 1335 NW Van Buren Ave Founding: October 13th, 1870 at Monmouth College Colors: Light Blue & Dark Blue Philanthropy: Reading is Fundamental, The Kappa Foundation Website: oregonstate.kappa.org Notable Alumnae: Meghan Markle, Sophia Bush, & Kate Spade GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 college, 3.0/4.0 high school Kappa Alpha Theta Nickname: Theta Address: 465 NW 23rd St Founding: January 27th, 1870 at DePauw University Colors: Black & Gold Philanthropy: CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Website: Notable Alumnae: Tori Burch, Sheryl Crow, & Laura Bush college, 3.2/4.0 high school Sigma Alpha Nickname: Sisters in Agriculture Founding: January 26th, 1978 at Ohio State University Colors: Emerald & Maize Philanthropy: Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom Website: sigmaalphaosu.wixsite.com/xichapter Notable Alumnae: Ann Huling Mathews, Cindie Davis, & Marilyn Burns GPA Requirement: 2.4/4.0 Sigma Alpha is a professional agricultural sorority that promotes scholarship, leadership, service, and fellowship among its members. Our 80+ chapters across the nation strive to cultivate professional women in agriculture, foster academic excellence and professional development, and encourage networking and lifelong bonds for women leading the agricultural industry. Kappa Delta Nickname: KD Address: 305 NW 25th street Founding: October 23rd, 1897 at State Female Normal Colors: Pearl White & Emerald Green Philanthropy: Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV) Website: Notable Alumnae: Leigh Anne Tuohy GPA Requirement: 3.1/4.0 Sigma Kappa Nickname: SK Address: 231 NW 26th Street Founding: November 9th, 1874 at Colby College Colors: Lavender & Maroon Philanthropy: Sigma Kappa Foundation & Alzheimer s Association Website: oregonstate.sigmakappa.org Notable Alumnae: Donna King & Susan Eisenhower GPA Requirement: 2.55/

9 Acacia Alpha Tau Omega Address: 2857 NW Van Buren Avenue Founding: May 12th, 1904 at University of Michigan Colors: Black & Old Gold Philanthropy: Shriner s Children s Hospital Website: oregonstateacacia.acaciaconnect.org Notable Alumni: Lee Kearney & Gary Patterson GPA Requirement: 2.75/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Anish Ramanadham & Dalton Susee, recruitment.acacia.osu@gmail.com Nickname: ATO Address: 309 NW 26th St Founding: September 11th, 1865 at Virginia Military Institute Colors: Azure Blue, Old Gold, Kelly Green, & White Philanthropy: OSU Human Services Resource Center (HSRC) Website: ATO.org Notable Alumni: Lee Corso, Cris Collinsworth, & Papa John GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Ian Forsyth, forsythi@oregonstate.edu Alpha Epsilon Pi Beta Theta Pi Interfraternity Council (IFC) The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing body for the 23 traditionally housed fraternities at OSU. Fraternities affiliated with the IFC participate in a fall recruitment process in addition to recruiting informally year-round. Save the Date! 2018 IFC Recruitment Events IFC Fraternity Fair: Wednesday, September 19 IFC Fraternity Presentations and Open Houses: Thursdsay, September 20 IFC Fraternity Presentations and Open Houses: Friday, September 21 Nickname: AEPi Founding: November 7th, 1913 at New York University Colors: Gold & Blue Philanthropy: Repair the World Fund Website: AEPi.org Notable Alumni: Mark Zuckerberg & Gene Wilder Recruitment Contact: Benny Steinhorn, steinhob@oregonstate.edu Nickname: Betas Founding: August 8th, 1839 at Miami University (Ohio) Colors: Delicate Shades of Pink & Blue Website: oregonstate.beta.org Notable Alumni: John Wooden, Marty Reser, & Bruce Nordstrom GPA Requirement: 3.0/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Jackson Miller, milleja5@oregonstate.edu The IFC will host a fall recruitment process at the beginning of fall term 2018 over the first week of school. There are several events that are hosted by the IFC to start the week then individual chapters host their own open invitation events throughout the rest of the week. To register for IFC Fall Recruitment and view a full listing of all chapter events, visit the IFC website at stuorgs.oregonstate.edu/ifc Registering for the IFC Recruitment process is FREE! Chapter Events: Sunday, September 23 Friday, September 28 Jump Day: Saturday, September 29 Financial Information IFC organizations charge a variety of individual membership dues each term. The below is an estimated range for the type of membership dues that is collected annually by the IFC chapters at OSU. Chapter Membership Range per year: New Member Fee: $120-$500 (Average: $283) Live-In: $6,600-$9,000 (Average: $7,715) Live-Out: $480-$2,250 (Average: $1,238) Alpha Sigma Phi Nickname: Alpha Sig Address: 527 NW 23rd St. Corvallis, OR Founding: December 6th, 1845 at Yale University Colors: Cardinal & Stone Philanthropy: RAINN (Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network) Website: alphasigmaphi-oregonstate.org Notable Alumni: Warren Buffet, John Kasich, & Tom Watson GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Robert Woodruff, woodrufr@oregonstate.edu Delta Chi Nickname: D Chi Address: 203 NW 13th Street Founding: October 13th, 1890 at Cornell University Colors: Red & Buff Philanthropy: Jimmy V Foundation Website: osudeltachi.org Notable Alumni: Ashton Kutcher, Jack Del Rio, & Ron Mix Recruitment Contact: Andrew Scardina, scardina@oregonstate.edu 16 17

10 Delta Tau Delta Nickname: Delt or Delts Founding: Late 1858 at Bethany College Colors: Purple & Yellow Philanthropy: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Website: oregonstate.delts.org Notable Alumni: Ken Austin, John Elway, & Will Ferrell GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Spencer Dalton, Kappa Delta Rho Nickname: KDR Founding: May 17th, 1905 at Middlebury College Colors: Princeton Orange & Middlebury Blue Philanthropy: B+ Foundation Website: sigmakdr.com Notable Alumni: Jim Harbaugh & John S. Fisher GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Ben Leahy, Delta Upsilon Nickname: DU Address: 235 NW 25th St Founding: November 4th, 1834 at Williams College Colors: Sapphire Blue & Old Gold Philanthropy: Global Service Initiative Website: deltau.org Notable Alumni: Linus Pauling & Ralph Coleman GPA Requirement: 2.75/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Jared Vsetecka, Noah Crouse, Kappa Sigma Nickname: K Sig Address: 354 NW 25th Street Founding: December 10th, 1869 at University of Virginia Colors: Scarlet, White, & Emerald Philanthropy: Military Heroes Foundation Website: kappasigma.org Notable Alumni: Mark Whitney, Kyle Carpenter & Jimmy Buffett GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Bevan York, yorkbev@oregonstate.edu; Marcus Winans, winansm@oregonstate.edu FarmHouse Founding: April 15th, 1905 at University of Missouri Colors: Green, Gold and White Philanthropy: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society/Be The Match Website: farmhouse.org Notable Alumni: Evan Williams GPA Requirement: 2.75/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Eston Hughey, hugheye@oregonstate.edu Lambda Chi Alpha Nickname: Lambda Address: 1015 NW Monroe Avenue Founding: November 2nd, 1909 at Boston University Colors: Purple, Green, & Gold Philanthropy: Community Outreach Inc. & Nationally Feeding America Inc. Website: lcaosu.com Notable Alumni: President Harry S. Truman, Bill Rasmussen, & Kenny Chesney GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Jordan Kalahui & Trevor Romaine, recruitment@lcaosu.com 19

11 Phi Delta Theta Pi Kappa Alpha Sigma Chi Sigma Pi Nickname: Phi Delts Address: 120 NW 13th Street Founding: December 26, 1848 at Miami University Colors: Argent & Azure (White and Blue) Philanthropy: Live Like Lou Website: phideltatheta.org Notable Alumni: Terry Baker, Slats Gill, & Douglas McKay GPA Requirement: 2.75/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Ben Musser, Nickname: PIKE Address: 209 NW 14th St Founding: March 1, 1868 at University of Virginia Colors: Garnet & Old Gold Philanthropy: Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Website: betanupikappaalpha.com Notable Alumni: Tim McGraw, Jon Stewart, & Bobby Bowden GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Colin Cooper, Harper Whitney, Nickname: Beta Pi, Sig Chi Address: 312 NW 25th St Founding: June 28, 1855 at Miami University Colors: Blue & Old Gold Philanthropy: Huntsman Cancer Institute Website: sigmachibetapi.com Notable Alumni: Brad Pitt, Richard Campo & David Letterman Recruitment Contact: Garrett Mott, Calder Johnson, Address: 410 NW 25th St Founding: February 26th, 1897 at Vincennes University Colors: Lavender & White with Gold as an auxiliary Philanthropy: The Amazing Day Foundation and Donate Life Website: sigmapiosu.org Notable Alumni: Tony Romo, Jack Lazar, & Jeff Arnett GPA Requirement: 2.6/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Phi Gamma Delta Nickname: Fiji Address: 348 NW 25th St Founding: May 1st, 1848 at Jefferson College Colors: Royal Purple Local Philanthropy: Jackson Street Youth Shelter, Boys and Girls Club Corvallis National Philanthropy: The Red Cross Website: beaverfiji.com, phigam.org Notable Alumni: Philip H. Knight, John Gottschalk, Calvin Coolidge GPA Requirement: 3.0/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Jacob Marquez, Zach Rabin, Pi Kappa Phi Nickname: Pi Kapp Address: 2111 NW Harrison Blvd Founding: December 10, 1924 at College of Charleston Colors: Blue & Gold Philanthropy: The Ability Experience Website: oregonstatepikapps.org GPA Requirement: 2.75/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Collin Miller, Sigma Nu Nickname: SNu, Sig Nu Address: 143 NW 10th S Founding: January 1, 1869 at Virginia Military Institute Colors: Gold, Black, & White Philanthropy: St. Jude s Children s Research Hospital, Wounded Warrior Project & American Heart Association Website: SigmaNuOSU.org Notable Alumni: Harrison Ford, Paul Rudd & Bob Barker GPA Requirement: 3.0/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Nathan Getty, Gettyn@oregonstate.edu Theta Chi Address: 361 NW 26th St Founding: April 10, 1856 at Norwich University Colors: Military Red & White Philanthropy: United Service Organizations Website: OstateThetaChi.com Notable Alumni: Steven Spielberg, Bill Grimes & Dick Fosbury GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Ryan Wallerius, thetachi.sigma.recruitment@gmail.com Phi Kappa Psi Nickname: Phi Psi Address: 140 NW 13th St. Founding: February 19th, 1852 at Jefferson College Colors: Red and green Philanthropy: Special Ops Survivors Website: PhiPsi.Org Notable Alumni: Charles Page Thomas Moore, William Henry Letterman, Woodrow Wilson GPA Requirement: 2.75/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Carlo Rizzo, rizzoc@oregonstate.edu; Ben Engelen, engelenb@oregonstate.edu Sigma Alpha Epsilon Nickname: SAE Address: 2929 NW Harrison Blvd Founding: March 9, 1856 Colors: Royal Purple & Old Gold Philanthropy: Mario Pastega House Website: saeoregonstate.com Notable Alumni: Troy Aikman, Pete Carrol, & Phil Jackson GPA Requirement: 2.7/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Benjamin Rahier, Rahierb@oregonstate.edu Sigma Phi Epsilon Nickname: SigEp Address: 224 NW 26th St Founding: November 1, 1901 at Richmond College Colors: Dark Red & Royal Purple Philanthropy: Community Outreach, Inc. (COI) Website: osuspe.chapterspot.com Notable Alumni: Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Suess), John Goodman & Mike Rich GPA Requirement: 3.0/4.0 Recruitment Contact: Oliver Price, priceo@oregonstate.edu 20 21

12 Annual Community Programs & Involvement Opportunities Greek Week: Fraternities and sororities have been a part of the Oregon State University (OSU) community for over 100 years and Greek Week serves as a celebration of everything fraternity/sorority at OSU! Fraternity & Sorority members work together to plan a week of educational programs, friendly competitions and a service activity. Governing Council Leadership: Chapter members have the opportunity to hold leadership positions on one of the governing council executive boards within Fraternity & Sorority Life. These boards, comprised of students who are community members, are elected by their peers to govern and program on behalf of their community. These councils annually participate in national leadership conferences and work to improve the fraternity/sorority experience at OSU. Leadership Development Programs: Fraternity & Sorority Life annually hosts a variety of leadership development experiences, including two leadership retreats for members of the community. The Emerging Leadership Retreat is hosted each November for up-and-coming first and second year members, who engage in exploration of their own leadership goals. The President s Leadership Retreat is hosted in January and is an overnight weekend of community building and strategic planning for all chapter presidents and governing council officers. Order of Omega: Order of Omega is a national Greek Honor Society for the top 3% of fraternity men & sorority women based on the tenets of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Order of Omega s purpose is to recognize students who have attained a high standard of leadership within the community, to bring together those members who will help shape the community and the University, and to join faculty, alumni, and students with the intent of helping and understanding one another. All-University Sing: IFC Sing originated in 1936 as a homecoming event for fraternity members at the Oregon Agricultural College. Today it is called All-University Sing, which is an annual event sponsored by the Interfraternity (IFC) & Panhellenic (PHC) Executive councils. Sing is a song and dance competition put on by groups and organizations during the Spring Family Weekend. Stepping & Strolling: Stepping and Strolling is an expressive dance form that was created by African American fraternities in the 1970s. It has been adopted by most culturally-based fraternal organizations through the years. NPHC and UGC members move together in a line expressing pride for their organization. In this line, members may show this pride through the use of their organization s call, sign or historical information, ritual/custom dances, etc. NPHC and UGC organizations perform at annual yardshows and competitions

13 Student Leader Spotlight on AIDEN TARIKU OSU Fraternity Alumnus Spotlight on KEN AUSTIN 54 ΔTΔ Ken Austin, the namesake of Austin Hall, is an engineer and entrepreneur that has truly left a mark on the history of Oregon State. Austin graduated in 1954 and with his late wife, Joan Austin, founded A-dec in his hometown of Newberg, Oregon. A-dec, or Austin Dental Equipment Company, went on to become the largest manufacturer of dental equipment in the country. He holds 38 patents in the dental equipment industry. In 1952, Austin became the first Benny Beaver mascot in school history. Austin, and one of his fraternity brothers from Delta Tau Delta, came up with the idea and began this special tradition for OSU. After getting the approval of what was then Oregon State College, Austin made the costume himself and was ready to perform in front of the school for the football season. For his act, he drew inspiration from rodeo clowns he grew up watching in the St. Paul rodeo. Austin carried a revolver around at the games and shot blanks, one time even burning holes into the penalty flag of the referee. Austin, as Benny, would even climb up and sit on top of the goalposts when the opposing team would get close to scoring. More recently, Austin has devoted himself to giving back to his community. He and his wife founded Springbrook Northwest, a drug and alcohol treatment center. He also worked with Rotary International to donate dental units for missionary projects. Austin was not yet satisfied with his philanthropic endeavors, and due to his love of OSU, donated $10 million for the construction of a new building for the business program. This building, which opened in the Fall of 2014, was dedicated in his honor and is the home to the College of Business. Major: Economics Passion: Music Aiden s Involvement 2015: Treasurer for political group on campus Delta Upsilon Pledge Class President A Better Oregon Campaign affiliate 2016: Delta Upsilon Family Weekend Chair Active Volunteer 2017: ASOSU Senator Delta Upsilon Loss Prevention Officer 2018: ASOSU Vice President VP Finance and Administration for IFC Member of the Educational Opportunities Program I have found my place at OSU in my fraternity and the Greek Community. As a person of color, I have faced hurdles on campus. The University and fraternity community, although accommodating, were initially hard for me to fit into. I felt out of place in my early terms, but through the support of my DU brothers, I discovered more about myself in these past three years than I ever 24 25

14 GREEK EAK Active: A fully initiated undergraduate member of a fraternity or sorority. Alumnus/Alumna: A member of a fraternity or sorority who has graduated from college. Bid: A formal invitation to membership in a fraternity or sorority. Big: An initiated member of a fraternity or sorority who serves as a mentor to a Potential/ Prospective New Member, guiding them through the new member program and initiation. Chant: A call used by members of culturally-based organizations or NPHC chapters to acknowledge or gain the attention of others; some organizations have more than one chant. Chapter: The local collegiate membership unit of a national or international fraternity or sorority. Collective Greek Council: New governing council community in for the four formerly Independent Chapters at OSU. Crossing: Ceremony during which new members of culturally-based and historically black Greek-letter organizations become active, life-long members of their organization. Dues: The monetary costs of membership in a fraternity or sorority that are used to fund the costs of operations, events, and other activities. Governing Council: Peer elected executive board from the member groups within one community. Generally supports and acts as a voice for organizations within it, including being the official liaison between the university and the members of the member organizations. Hazing: Unethical mental or physical abuse and activities that are prohibited by Oregon State University, the local and state government, and all OSU Greek councils and organizations. Please refer to the OSU Code of Student Conduct for the full definition of hazing. Initiation: A traditional ritual or formal ceremony that brings a new member into full Greek membership. Interfraternity Council (IFC): Peer-elected governing council for traditionally housed fraternities that currently supports 21 men s chapters at OSU. Legacy: An immediate relative of an initiated member of a fraternity or sorority, defined slightly differently by each individual organization. Line: The new member class of a culturally-based or historically black organization. Little: Short for Little Brother/Sister a new member who is being mentored by an older member of their organization. Membership Intake: Term for the process by which NPHC and UGC chapters recruit, select, educate, and initiate new members of their organizations. National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC): The governing body of the nine historically African American fraternities and sororities, also known as the Divine Nine. Neophyte: A new member of a culturally-based or historically black organization which usually defines that stage between the completion of new member/pledge requirements and being initiated. New Member: An individual who has accepted a bid to join a fraternity or sorority but who has not yet been initiated; also called an associate member. New Member Presentation: A presentation that celebrates and welcomes new members into the Multicultural Greek or NPHC Community. A general set up of a new member presentation consists of welcoming fellow Greeks, local and national chapter history, and revealing of the new member(s). Order of Omega: A national honor society for fraternity and sorority members who maintain a GPA above the All-Greek average, have distinguished themselves as leaders in the OSU Greek community, have exemplary character, and hold either junior or senior academic standing. Panhellenic Council (PHC): Peer-elected governing council for traditionally housed sororities that currently supports 12 women s chapters at OSU. Philanthropy: A fundraising event hosted to raise money for a charitable organization with which the chapter or community has a relationship. Potential New Member (PNM): A person who is interested in joining a Greek-letter organization, and will participate in intake or recruitment. Recruitment Guide (Gamma Chi): A neutral representative of a Panhellenic sorority who temporarily leaves her affiliation to guide and support PNMs through recruitment. Ritual: The traditional rites and ceremonies of a fraternity or sorority; these are almost always private and known only to initiated members of a fraternal organization. Saluting: A unique art of reciting information in a line formation. Members perform intense, in-sync, and sharp movements with greetings attributing to others, honoring accomplishments, or cherishing the cultural history, heritage, and traditions of the organization. Stepping: Stepping is a tradition where members synchronize their moves so that they are performing their own dance moves without music. In stepping the members will clap, stomp with their feet, jump, chant (not to be confused with saluting) and create their own beat by doing so. Stepping is traditionally done by NPHC organizations, but multicultural Greeks are also known to do it. Strolling: Also known as party walking or party walk, is a synchronized dance performed with music by culturally based oragnizations. Unified Greek Council (UGC): The governing body of 6 culturallybased organization designed to unite the diverse organizations and promote multicultural awareness to the OSU community

15 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. What will I get from a fraternity or sorority that I would not get out of any other college organization? Coming to college is one of the major life changes that you will go through. Joining a fraternity or sorority will help make the transition easier. Developing lifelong friendships with other chapter members helps make the campus seem smaller. For many members, these chapters become a home away from home. In addition to the brotherhood/ sisterhood, every chapter is dedicated to enhancing leadership, scholarship, and philanthropy/community service. 2. How do I find the right organization for me? The best way to find your fit is to ask current members of the organization. Recruitment events are a great way to meet people and ask questions. At the end of the day, it matters most that you find a group that you connect with and that shares similar values with you. 3. If I go through membership intake or recruitment, am I guaranteed an invitation to join a fraternity or sorority? Just as you are looking for a perfect fit, these organizations are also looking for great individuals. Membership criteria can change from organization to organization, but all groups will have a minimum GPA requirement; some will be focusing on previous or other campus involvement, others more on community service, leadership experience, etc. The most important thing is to be your genuine self throughout the recruitment/membership intake process and the right organization for you will embrace you for who you are. 4. If I am an international student, can I join a fraternity/ sorority? Yes, anyone who is enrolled at OSU is allowed to pursue membership through recruitment or membership intake. We welcome and encourage international students to take part in Fraternity and Sorority Life. 5. What opportunities for continued involvement are there after I graduate? Fraternity and sorority life is a lifelong commitment with limitless opportunities. Following graduation, many organizations encourage their graduating members to join their local alumni association, as well as regional, district, or national positions and volunteer to support undergraduate members. 6. Do I have to go to all recruitment and membership intake events? What if I can t make it to a recruitment or membership intake event? The best way to find out if an organization is for you, is to attend as many of their events as possible. This will help you see if an organization is a good fit for you. However, it is up to you to attend or choose not attend recruitment events. You should never skip class to attend recruitment events. Your education always comes first, but always make an effort to let the chapter know ahead of time. Keep in mind, some organizations require you to meet certain criteria, for example attending an informational program, community service event, etc. before you will be eligible for membership. 7. How much does it cost to join a fraternity or sorority? It is important for potential members and parents to be as informed as possible regarding the costs associated with obtaining a college education. Understanding the financial obligations associated with fraternity and sorority membership is just as important. Each individual joining a fraternity or sorority should be aware of the dues, fees and other expenses that are involved and should consider these when making financial plans to attend college. During the recruitment or membership intake process, a potential member should ask members about the financial obligations and payment options. Each organization sets its own fees and payment schedules. The average cost for the first term of joining an organization is usually higher due to one-time expenses and fees. Specific membership fees and costs are shared during council-sponsored recruitment processes. For housed chapters, dues and live-in fees are usually less than the cost to live on-campus in a residence hall. On each council s page you can see a breakdown of financial costs

16 HOUSING AMENITIES Housed Chapter Name Council Alcohol Prohibited Alcohol Restricted Alcohol Permitted Sprinklers Living Style Acacia IFC x Full BS Alpha Sigma Phi IFC None Alpha Tau Omega IFC x None Delta Chi IFC Partial Delta Upsilon IFC x None Kappa Sigma IFC x Full Lambda Chi Alpha IFC x None Phi Delta Theta IFC x Full Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI) IFC x Full Phi Kappa Psi IFC x Full Pi Kappa Alpha IFC x Full Pi Kappa Phi IFC x Full Sigma Alpha Epsilon IFC x Full Sigma Chi IFC x Full Sigma Nu IFC x Full Sigma Phi Epsilon IFC x Full Sigma Pi IFC x None Theta Chi IFC x Full Alpha Chi Omega PHC x Full Alpha Gamma Delta PHC x Full Alpha Omicron Pi PHC x Full Alpha Phi PHC x Full Chi Omega PHC x Full Delta Delta Delta PHC x Full Delta Gamma PHC x Full Kappa Alpha Theta PHC x Full Kappa Delta PHC x Full Kappa Kappa Gamma PHC x Full Sigma Kappa PHC x Partial BS /BS The below chart provides an overview of amenitites for our housed fraternities and sororities. See a full map of these chapters on the following page. House Director/Resident Advisor Cook/Chef Laundry Facilities Wireless Internet No Parking Lot Smoking Policy x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x KEY Alcohol Prohibited alcohol is not permitted on chapter property Alcohol Restricted alcohol is permitted on chapter property for members who are 21 Alcohol Permitted alcohol is permitted on chapter property for members who are 21 and social events* with alcohol can be hosted on chapter property *see the IFC Social Policy for a full description of policies and guidelines for social events. Sleeping Porch BS Bedroom Style Affiliated Housing Program (AHP): Several housed fraternities and sororities participate in the Affiliated Housing Program which makes them eligible as an exemption from the first-year live-on requirement. First year students who are interested in learning more about joining and living-in one of these homes, check out the program s website: studentlife.oregonstate.edu/cfsl/affiliated-housing-program 30 31

17 SW 26th St ACACIA NW 28th St NW Harrison Blvd NW Arnold Way NW Taylor Ave Blvd NW 27th St Chintimini Park NW 26th St FIJI NW 25th St NW 23th St NW Taylor Ave NW Polk Ave NW Jackson Ave NW Tyler Ave NW Kings Blvd NW 19th St NW 18th St NW 17th St NW Taylor Ave NW Polk Ave NW Tyler Ave NW 16th St NW Jackson Ave TKE NW 15th St NW Harrison Blvd NW 12th St NW VanBuren Ave NW 11th St SW Campus Way FSL NW Johnson Way Pvy NW Orchard Way Student Legacy Park 1 5 NW Monroe Ave KEC DXrC 4 SW Memorial Pl 3 Goss Stadium V Lib SW Benton Pl 7 Fraternities Acacia AΣΦ AΤΩ ΔΧ ΔΥ ΛΧΑ ΚΣ Fiji ΦΚΨ ΦΔΘ ΠΚA ΠΚΦ ΣΑΕ ΣΦΕ ΣΠ ΣΧ ΣΝ ΘΧ Alpha Sigma Phi Alpha Tau Omega Delta Chi Delta Upsilon Lambda Chi Alpha Kappa Sigma Phi Gamma Delta Phi Kappa Psi Phi Delta Theta Pi Kappa Alpha Pi Kappa Phi Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Phi Epsilon Sigma Pi Sigma Chi Sigma Nu Theta Chi 2857 NW Van Buren Ave 527 NW 23rd St 309 NW 26th St 203 NW 13th St 235 NW 25th St 1015 NW Monroe Ave 354 NW 25th St 348 NW 25th St 140 NW 13th St 120 NW 13th St 209 NW 14th St 2111 NW Harrison Blvd 2929 NW Harrison Blvd 224 NW 26th St 410 NW 25th St 312 NW 25th St 143 NW 10th St 361 NW 26th St SW Campus NW Monroe Ave Sororities ΑΧΩ ΑΓΔ ΑΟΠ ΑΦ ΧΩ ΔΔΔ ΔΓ ΚΑΘ ΚΔ ΚΚΓ ΣΚ Alpha Chi Omega Alpha Gamma Delta Alpha Omicron Pi Alpha Phi Chi Omega Delta Delta Delta Delta Gamma Kappa Alpha Theta Kappa Delta Kappa Kappa Gamma Sigma Kappa 310 NW 26th St 360 NW 26th St 127 NW 13th St 357 NW 25th St 2240 NW Van Buren Ave 340 NW 26th St 715 NW 23rd St 465 NW 23rd St 305 NW 25th St 1335 NW Van Buren Ave 231 NW 26th St NW 10th St Cultural Resource Centers College of Veterinary Medicine SW 30th St SW Washington Way Reser Stadium 2 CHAC 1. Asian & Pacific Cultural Center 2. Centro Cultural César Chávez 3. Ettihad Cultural Center 4. Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center 5. Native American Longhouse Eena Haws 6. Pride Center 7. Women's Center SW Jefferson Way 691 SW 26th St 380 Student Experience Center 100 SW Memorial Place 311 SW 26th St 1553 SW A Ave 1700 SW Pioneer Place Only 29 of our 49 chapters are housed. Unhoused chapters offer the same membership benefits as housed chapters, and generally meet in the Memorial Union, Cultural Resource Centers, and in academic buildings throughout campus. Many of our culturally-based chapters use the CRCs as a home base. PS1 SW 17th St SW 15th St 32 33