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Table of Contents WHAT IS RECRUITMENT?………………………………………….…………………….2

PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2013………………………………………………...3

SCHOLARSHIP, PHILANTHROPY, & SISTERHOOD……………………………...4

A MESSAGE FROM THE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF GREEK LIFE………...5

CODE OF ETHICS……………………………………………………………………………..6

EXECUTIVE OFFICERS……………………………………………………………………...7

RECRUITMENT EXECUTIVE BOARD………………………………………………….8

PANHELLENIC COUNCIL…………………………………………………………………..9

PI CHIS………………………………………………………………………………………….10

RECRUITMENT RULES……………...…………………………………………………...11

SUGGESTIONS FOR RECRUITMENT…...………………………………………....12

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS……..…………………………………………...13

BILL OF RIGHTS/RECRUITMENT KICKOFF……………………………….........15

LIFE AS A FIRST YEAR MEMBER……………………………………………………..16

A MESSAGE FROM THE LIASON TO HEALTH & WELLNESS……………..17

WHAT TO WEAR & EXPECT EACH DAY….……………………………………….18

PREPARATION OF PREFERENCE ROUND………………...……………………..23

DECISION MAKING……………………………………………………………………….24

MEET THE SORORITIES…..…………………………………………………………….25

STAY CONNECTED WITH PANHELLENIC…..…………………………………...33

ADVERTISEMENTS………………………...…………………………………………….34

WHERE TO PARK & NOT TO PARK………………………………………………..41

GREEK GLOSSARY………………………………...……………………………………..42

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO ALL ENROLLED AUBURN UNIVERSITY WOMEN REGARDLESS OF RACE,

RELIGION, COLOR, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY, OR VETERAN STATUS.

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WHAT IS RECRUITMENT? Recruitment consists of a series of informal par es that allow you to learn more about the Greek community, sorority life,

and individual sorority members. It is a week to be entertained, laugh, sing, dance, and have fun! So ask ques ons, meet

new people, and make memories! During the week, you will be assigned a Pi Chi and recruitment group. Through a process

of mutual preference and selec on, sorori es select their new members and a poten al member may be invited to join a

sorority. Even if you decide not to join, you will have already made friends and memories with your recruitment group.

WHAT DO SORORITIES LOOK FOR IN MEMBERS?

When sorori es choose new members, they look for

many different characteris cs. They look for women who pos-

sess a variety of quali es, talents, interests, and abili es in or-

der to form a diverse group in which each member benefits.

Membership selec on is not an easy task. It varies from sorority

to sorority, but each group has a process, based on na onal

policy and chapter bylaws and enforced by alumnae advisors,

to ensure that each poten al member is considered fairly. Pan-

hellenic has no input in the membership selec on process or

the things sorori es consider.

Alumnae groups from each sorority also supply their

chapter with informa on and references on poten al mem-

bers. These references are standard forms which list general

informa on about a poten al member. Sorori es are responsi-

ble for collec ng these. They then review all the informa on

and try to familiarize themselves with the poten al member

before recruitment begins. Actual membership selec on does

not begin un l a er the par es are held.

Throughout recruitment, sorority members will meet

and visit with the poten al members only during scheduled

par es. A er each round of par es, sorori es decide which

women to invite back and poten al members decide which

invita ons to accept. Some mes difficul es arise for the poten-

al member at this point. A sorority she likes very much may

not invite her back to the next round. Should this happen, the

poten al member should not get discouraged. She should then

give the other sorori es a chance because a poten al member

can easily find a place where she will be equally happy.

Finally, when par es are over, each chapter decides

which women they would like to recruit. The criteria sorori es

may use for membership selec on are previous academic per-

formance, ac vi es and interests in high school or college, and

personal interac on with sorority members during recruitment

par es. A sorority not only has to choose individual members,

but an en re new member class! The new group must have a

well-rounded and balanced group of women.

HOW DO I MAKE THE RIGHT DECISION?

The first step in making any decision is collec on infor-

ma on. During recruitment you collect informa on by a ending

the par es. The par es give you an opportunity to observe each

sorority and see what they have to offer. The second step in the

decision-making process is clarifying your personal opinions and

feelings. During recruitment, it would be a good idea to take mental

notes as you visit each sorority and think every night about how

you feel about each group. The next thing to do is seriously deliber-

ate. This will come when you are ready to make your preference

choices. You will need to carefully consider both informa on you

learned as well as your personal feelings.

The recruitment decision-making process is a very im-

portant one! However, remember to keep things in perspec ve.

Don’t forget your op ons. This decision may seem like the most

important one of your life, but there really can be more than one

correct choice!

WILL ALL POTENTIAL MEMBERS PLEDGE AT THE END OF

RECRUITMENT?

Recruitment is a process of mutual selec on, both on the

part of the poten al member and the sorority, and there are many

different outcomes of this process. A sorority may or may not select

the individual, and an individual may or may not choose to join a

sorority at all. Par cipa ng in recruitment does not guarantee that

you will be asked to join a sorority nor does it obligate you to join

one. It is possible that you may go through the en re week and not

complete a preference agreement.

WHAT IS SILENCE?

Recruitment can be hec c, emo onal, and confusing. In

order to prevent undue pressure on poten al members, silence is

observed. Sorority women and poten al members may only com-

municate during par es and are limited to casual gree ngs in pub-

lic. It is also recommended that poten al members do not talk to

men, par cularly those in fraterni es, about recruitment. This is

meant to protect, no inhibit, poten al members. By observing this

silence, poten al members are given the opportunity to make deci-

sions about their own preference with an open mind. Remember:

sorority women will be strictly observing this policy during recruit-

ment week. Please do not think they are ignoring you.

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Auburn University Panhellenic Recruitment is open to all enrolled Auburn University women

regardless of race, religion, color, Auburn University Panhellenic is proud of our

accomplishments as a community. Although we have had sorori es here since 1923, we did not

have an official Panhellenic Associa on un l September of 1929. We have received many

Na onal Panhellenic Conference awards over the years, including excellence in academics,

leadership, publica ons, community service, and recruitment. We are happy that you are

interested in joining us as we celebrate our and 85th year on Auburn’s campus. In case you are

not convinced that Auburn’s Panhellenic system can contribute to your collegiate experience,

here are a few of the things on which we pride ourselves…

We Help Others! We par cipate in countless hours of community service and par cipate yearly

in Greek Week and Greek Sing to contribute to charitable organiza ons. We donate over 60,000

hours of community service annually as well as over $400,000 to a variety of philanthropies.

We’re Smart! Panhellenic sorori es place a high emphasis on academics. Each sorority has a

program to help its members succeed. Our GPA is consistently higher than the all-women’s GPA

and a recent study showed that Auburn’s Greeks are more likely to graduate on me than those

who aren’t Greek. We know you are at Auburn to learn!

We’re Leaders! Greeks are involved in virtually every campus organiza on. Sorori es encourage

their members to get involved on campus, and Greeks are o en the most visible campus

leaders and the biggest supporters of university events.

We Have Fun! Greek men and women maintain a balance between the classroom and personal

me. Sisterhood retreats, formals, and parent’s weekend are just a few of the fun ac vi es.

We Network! Sorority women are given networking opportuni es for job assistance and advice,

internship exposure and experience, and general direc on when entering the workforce.

Joining a sorority doesn’t limit your circle of friends, it enlarges it!

We’re Not Rich! Many Panhellenic sorority members have part- me jobs, internships, work

studies, and receive financial aid.

We DON’T Haze! Hazing is prohibited. It is against the policy of each of the Panhellenic

sorori es. It is against Auburn University Policy. It is against the law. It is strictly enforced, plain

and simple!

PANHELLENIC RECTRUITMENT 2013

SCHOLARSHIP, PHILANTHROPY, SISTERHOOD

Panhellenic stresses the importance of scholarship in sorority life. Although Greek life is full of fun and op-

portuni es, it is important to remember that educa on is the reason for being at Auburn. Scholarship is of

great importance to all sorori es. As a result, the Greek Women’s Average GPA is consistently higher than

the All Women’s Average. Based on the informa on given to Panhellenic, the minimum GPA to join any so-

rority varies from a 2.8-3.3. Once ini ated, a sister must maintain an average GPA to remain in a good

standing with her sorority, which enables her to vote on important programs such as specified study hours,

“study buddies”, test files to help prepare for exams, and tutoring programs to establish and promote out-

standing scholarship. In addi on, sorority women play an ac ve role in the Honors College and honor socie-

es such as Phi Kappa Phi, Cardinal Key, and Mortar Board. Being ac ve in a sorority does not prevent you

from becoming academically successful or involved on Auburn’s campus. Sorori es offer support and help

members reach their goals. For this reason, many Greek Women find the me to be ac ve in their sorority,

par cipate in other organiza ons, and keep up their grades.

Service is another important aspect of Panhellenic. One of the goals of Panhellenic is to give back to the Au-

burn community, as well as the campus. Panhellenic members help out with community-wide events like

Auburn City Fest, the Special Olympics, and canned food drives. In addi on to the projects that the sorori-

es par cipate in each Fall and Spring semester through Panhellenic, each individual sorority also has a phi-

lanthropy that it gives its me and energy to. In conjunc on with the other Greek councils, we also par ci-

pate in all Greek events that benefit causes such as Habitat for Humanity.

Sisterhood is one of the most valued experiences that come from joining a sorority. From Bid Day on, a vari-

ety of new, and some mes unexpected, friendships are made. These friends become a haven of support,

encouragement, and joys as you go through your years of college and many will ul mately be friends that

last a life me. Sorority life opens many doors to new friendships with sisters. You will have friends to go to

athle c events, pep rallies, shop, or study with. Living on your sorority’s hall will be the best chance you

have to get to know your sisters and foster your friendship. Your sorority sisters will also help you as you

learn about campus organiza ons and prepare for the interviews and tryouts involved in joining them.

Sorority formals and social events add a li le elegance to everyday college life. It is a fun way to spend me

with sorority sisters in a different se ng. A formal is the chance to get dressed up and spend a roman c

evening with a dream date or maybe a friend that has been too shy to ask you out. It could also be the op-

portunity to meet a great date with the help of your sisters. Socials are informal themed events in which

sorori es and fraterni es interact and make friends. Sorori es join together and hold date par es where

members may invite any guy they choose, or join with fraterni es for swaps or socials. These social events

o en have fun themes. O en the theme relates to a holiday or the me of the year. In addi on, sorori es

also hold a Parent’s Weekend, so moms and dads can meet one another and learn about Auburn and soror-

ity life. Other fun ac vi es include sisters-only events like movie nights and sisterhood retreats.

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A MESSAGE FROM AUBURN’S DIRECTOR OF GREEK LIFE

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Poten al Members,

Congratula ons on your admission to Auburn University and thanks for your interest in our

community! The seventeen Panhellenic sorori es offer so much to their members by way of fun,

friendship, and memories. The ac vi es our sorori es par cipate in help their members develop

skills and abili es that will last a life me while contribu ng to our campus and community. Sorori-

ty members at Auburn who truly become involved with their chapters and on campus are taught

valuable leadership skills that can benefit them throughout life. We are also proud that our mem-

bers achieve academically. The Panhellenic GPA is consistently above the undergraduate women’s

GPA and, in the spring of 2013, the average Panhellenic sorority member had a cumula ve GPA of

3.25 or be er.

Each of our sorori es is special and equally wonderful. The best advice I can give you is to

use this me to inves gate all of the unique aspects of each group. If you truly want to be a sorori-

ty member, you can find something excellent about each group at Auburn. This week, you should

carefully think about each sorority and what it can offer you as well as what you can bring to it.

Hopefully, this week you will find your new home away from home. However, one thing that

makes Auburn so great is that being a sorority member is not a prerequisite for involvement. So, if

you decide that sorority membership is not for you, there are s ll many ways to get involved and

make friends on campus. Remember that whether you join or not, you’re in for a great me here

on the Plains.

During and a er recruitment, the Greek Life Staff, Panhellenic Officers, and your Pi Chi are

here to help you, whether you join or not. Look for us in our recruitment shirts and name tags this

week, and please let us know if we can assist you in any way. I wish

you the best of luck as you begin your journey into sorority life.

WAR EAGLE!

Jill Moore

Director of Greek Life

AUBURN PANHELLENIC’S CODE OF ETHICS

We the undergraduate members of women’s fraterni es at Auburn University

agree to promote honest, respect, sisterhood, through adherence to the unani-

mous agreements established by the Na onal Panhellenic Conference. Recogniz-

ing that we represent the Greek Community, we strive through thought, word, and

ac on to uphold the tradi ons, fine standards, and values long held by Auburn

women. As members of the Panhellenic Council we stand for academic excellence,

social responsibility, leadership, and service to our community. In accordance with

the dignity and character of fraternity women, we pledge to treat all collegians,

both Greek and non-Greek with the utmost respect and honor. We believe that

the highest level of trust should exist between individual chapters and their mem-

bers, fostering a spirit of friendship and harmony. These are the ideals which will

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2013 PANHELLENIC EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

Helena Waits

Administra ve Vice President

Mackenzie Strickert

Panhellenic President

Ami Bu erworth

Vice President for Recruitment

Lucia Anne Strickland

Vice President for Finance

Cassidy Whisenant

Execu ve Vice President

Kristen Davis

Graduate Assistant

War Eagle!

I hope you are looking forward to par cipa ng in Auburn University’s Formal Panhellenic Recruitment. We are

certainly looking forward to mee ng you and showing you the wonderful opportuni es available through our

seventeen sorori es. I want to thank you for your interest in becoming a Panhellenic woman. I consider my

sisterhood and my service to Panhellenic to be honors that I will cherish for the rest of my life. I have met so

many outstanding women during my me in Panhellenic, and I have made lifelong friendships with my own

sisters and other sorority women. As you begin your me at Auburn, I encourage you to make this specific ex-

perience one that will always be worth remembering. The Recruitment Execu ve Board, the Pi Chis, and all of

the women in our seventeen sorori es have been anxiously awai ng your arrival. We have been preparing all

summer to give you a posi ve experience during Recruitment week. You have an excellent opportunity here to

start a new chapter in your life and make many fond memories that will shape your future not only at Auburn,

but also throughout the rest of your life. I hope that each of you will have fun this week and grow to love Au-

burn and Panhellenic as much as I have.

-Ami Bu erworth

Auburn University Panhellenic Vice President for Recruitment

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RECRUITMENT EXECUTIVE BOARD

Along with the Panhellenic Execu ve Officers, the Recruitment Execu ve Board has been working hard to pre-

pare for this year’s Recruitment. Like the Pi Chis, they have disaffiliated from their sorori es un l bids are dis-

tributed. Throughout the week, they will be working hard to make things run smoothly, and will be available

to answer your ques ons if you are unable to find your Pi Chi. There are seven women on Panhellenic cabinet,

who along with the five members of the Panhellenic Execu ve Board, serve on the Recruitment Execu ve

Board. The cabinet members of the Recruitment Execu ve Board include:

Heather Henley Assistant Director of Recruitment

Sidney Holt Head Pi Chi

Mary Vondrak Assistant Head Pi Chi

Lauren McCaghren Recruitment Handbook Editor

Abbie Farr Head Computer Analyst

Jillian Lieber Assistant Computer Analyst

Gracie Thaxton Director of Con nuous Open Bidding

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PANHELLENIC COUNCIL

The Panhellenic Council at Auburn University is the unifying, coordina ng, and overseeing body of the

seventeen na onal sorori es associated with the Na onal Panhellenic Conference (NPC) on campus. Although

all sorority members are automa cally a part of the Panhellenic Associa on, the Panhellenic Council is com-

posed of women from each sorority, who successfully run the Panhellenic community. Five elected execu ve

officers, each sorority’s president, a delegate from each sorority, a new member from each sorority (known as

the Junior Panhellenic Delegate), as well as appointed cabinet members, commi ees and advisors all serve to-

gether on the council.

Panhellenic is an integral part of Auburn’s Greek community, and provides an outlet for numerous in-

volvement opportuni es. The Panhellenic Associa on’s main objec ve is to enhance the college experience of

its members through fostering friendships, leadership opportuni es, and personal growth. It is responsible for

promo ng scholarship, philanthropy, and the safety and well-being of each sorority, as well as the Greek com-

munity as a whole. Panhellenic also provides ac vi es and programs on important issues affec ng college stu-

dents today, such as self-defense, drug and alcohol abuse, ea ng disorders, and date rape. In addi on, the Pan-

hellenic Council works along with the Inter-fraternity Council and Na onal Pan-Hellenic Council to sponsor ser-

vice ac vi es like Greek Week and Greek Sing, which respec vely raise money for the Sydney Gran Founda on

and the Lee County Chapter of Habitat for Humanity. Finally, the Panhellenic Council oversees recruitment in

order to make it a fun, memorable, and fair experience for you.

Our council strives to help Auburn’s sorority women reach their fullest poten al. We work with each

chapter to develop women in the areas of scholarship, leadership, friendship, and philanthropy. The success of

the Auburn Panhellenic Associa on requires the support of each sorority, and therefore develops unity between

the individual organiza ons, which helps to strengthen Panhellenic as a whole.

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2013 PI CHIs

Recruitment can be an exci ng, hec c, and o en emo onal me. You will have a Pi Chi assigned to you

and ten to fi een other poten al members to help you through the en re process. The term Pi Chi stands for

Panhellenic Counselor. As a Pi Chi, she has been through an extensive training program to qualify her for this

posi on. She is prepared to help you and can answer any ques ons you may have about recruitment. Your Pi

Chi par cipated in recruitment as a poten al member and as a sorority member, so she is familiar with both

sides of the recruitment process.

The Pi Chis are working for the Panhellenic Council, and each has promised not to reveal her sorority

affilia on. Therefore, she can give you unbiased advice and reduce any pressure you may feel. Although it is

some mes temping to know what sorority she belongs to, please do not ask her to tell you or make any efforts

to find out. She will reveal her sorority to you before bids are distributed.

Your Pi Chi is a resource for you! But more importantly, she is an impar al listener. She will be your

friend, who will share in your joys as well as your anxie es. While you will have a special rela onship with your

own Pi Chi, all Pi Chis are there to help all poten al members, so you should feel comfortable approaching any

Pi Chi for anything you might need. They will be prepared to help you with anything! Your Pi Chi and your re-

cruitment group will help make your recruitment experience even more exci ng and enjoyable.

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RECRUITMENT RULES For the fairness of everyone involved, these rules will be strictly enforced. Inten onal viola ons of these rules

can result in the violator’s release from recruitment. If you are not clear about what you are allowed to do,

please do not hesitate to call and ask us. If you think someone may have contacted you inappropriately, please

call us at the Greek Life Office 334-844-4600.

CONTINUOUS OPEN BIDDING:

Con nuous Open Bidding is commonly referred to as C.O.B. It is a period of informal recruitment that is held throughout Fall and

Spring semesters. C.O.B. is a great opportunity to pledge a sorority if you do not pledge during Formal Fall Recruitment. However,

not all seventeen sorori es par cipate. Gracie Thaxton, Our Director of COB will be on hand all week in case you have any ques-

ons. Her email address is get0001@auburn.edu. GUIDELINES FOR CONTINUOUS OPEN BIDDING:

1. C.O.B. will begin on Bid Day, immediately following bid distribu on.

2. Women interested may sign up for C.O.B. online through AU Involve and can find the link on Auburn Panhellenic’s website.

3. During C.O.B., any sorority which has not filled its quota or chapter total may extend bids to eligible women.

4. When C.O.B. begins, sorori es not filling their quota may have as many informal par es as desired at any me during Fall or

Spring semester.

5. During C.O.B., poten al members may not a end any type of sorority socials, including formals. The poten al member may

a end fellowships, dinners, etc. with the sorority.

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FORMAL RECRUITMENT:

1. Silence rules will begin with the start of Fall sorority recruitment workshops on August 3, and con nue except for scheduled

par es, un l the poten al members receive bids (silence rules prohibit any oral or wri en communica on). Poten al mem-

bers may not contact or be contacted by sorority members, new members, alumnae or members’ mothers in any manner.

Poten al members may be contacted by Pi Chis and other poten al members.

2. Poten al members not living in residence halls must abide by the same rules and regula ons as those living on campus.

3. All poten al members, whether on or off campus, must remain in their place of residence following invita on and prefer-

ence ranking for two hours.

4. Poten al members MUST a end all mee ngs with their Pi Chis.

5. Poten al members must a end the maximum number of par es assigned for each day. If any conflicts arise, no fy a Pi Chi

immediately.

6. To withdraw from recruitment, a poten al member must complete a formal withdrawal form within one hour of receiving

her party invita ons or within one hour a er the last scheduled party of the day. THESE ARE THE ONLY TIMES A POTENTIAL

MEMBER MAY WITHDRAW FROM RECRUITMENT.

7. Each poten al member must, without talking to ANYONE, proceed to place where she will be making her preferences im-

mediately a er the last preferen al party. From the moment each poten al member leaves her last party un l she makes

her preferences, she may not talk to ANYONE, including her Pi Chi (except for staff members, present when she is making

her preferences).

RECOMMEDATION: Though it is not a rule, it is strongly recommended that poten al members refrain from talking to or going

on dates with men during the recruitment week.

SUGGESTIONS FOR RECRUITMENT

MAKE SURE TO:

1. Be yourself and have fun!

2. Be happy and smile! Even smile and look enthusias c as you wait to enter.

3. Be interested, regardless of whether you like the sorority or not. You will be remembered and you may

decide you really like that sorority if and when you go to another party there.

4. Be polite. If you are not interested, you should be polite and thank your hostess.

5. Be mature in your decision-making. Be realis c about which members you feel most comfortable with.

Don’t be influenced by others’ opinions.

1.You will want to carry a purse or a tote bag to hold your essen als. A Pi Chi will watch these for you during

recruitment par es. However, do not carry any valuables with you since Panhellenic will not be responsible

for them if lost.

2.You may want to carry items like a pen, band-aids for blisters, mints, extra lips ck, powder, etc. In the Vil-

lage, Panhellenic will have a central sta on with emergency items, should you need them or have a ques-

on about your day.

3.You will need a small amount of cash on hand each day. There will be food trucks available in The Village

during lunch breaks, and The Village Diner will also be open, You may want to carry change for a drink or

snack. Your biggest expense during the week will be meals, because your Pi Chi may take your group out

to eat each evening.

4.Do not chew gum during par es. It can be distrac ng to the person who is talking to you.

5.Carry an umbrella. The weather is o en unpredictable and it can help keep you out of the sun and the

rain. You will have to walk outside to get to each of your par es.

6.Do not wear heavy fragrance. It can be powerful on a hot day in a crowded room.

7.Avoid high heels. You will be doing a lot of standing and walking, so you should bring comfortable shoes to

wear between par es or a backup pair of shoes in case of blisters.

8.Look at each sorority as a whole-don’t judge it by the one member who was your hostess.

9.Ask ques ons– it not only helps the conversa on, but it is a sign of your interest.

10.Recruitment is mutual choosing– part of it is your choice and part is the choices of the sorori es.

11.Sorority members are just as nervous and anxious as you, if not more so.

12.Do not interpret any remark made at a party as assurance of an invita on back or a bid– a member has

no way of knowing these things.

13.If you go to the wrong party by mistake or if you have any problems at all, find a Pi Chi immediately.

Don’t get upset. Pi Chis can help with lots of things and sorori es are understanding.

14.All sorority members have been through recruitment themselves. Don’t be in midated.

15.Get plenty of sleep. You have all year to stay up late!

16.Do not discuss your feelings about a sorority or a certain party when you leave the party. Wait un l you

are in the privacy of your room.

17.Almost every sorority requires a white dress and white shoes for formal pledging, ini a on, and other

ritual ceremonies. If you have a white dress you should bring it in the Fall!

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS DO I HAVE TO FOLLOW THE SCHEDULE AND ATTEND

ALL OF THE PARTIES?

Yes! The object of recruitment is to give yourself the

informa on you need about the chapters in order for

you to make the best decision; therefore, you must

accept the maximum number of invita ons your

schedule can accommodate. If you choose to miss par-

es or to accept fewer invita ons than you could

a end, you can be released from recruitment.

IF I GO THROUGH RECRUITMENT, AM I

OBLIGATED TO JOIN?

No. This is a me to assess whether you wish to

pledge a sorority. Many women par cipate in

recruitment to make friends, to see why nearly

1/3 of the undergraduate women at Auburn have

chosen to be involved in the Greek community,

and what has kept sorority alumnae for years

a er gradua on.

I’M A LEGACY TO A SORORITY, IS THERE ANY‐

THING I SHOULD KNOW?

Each poten al member is considered on an indi-

vidual basis. Legacies are not obligated to join

their mother’s, sister’s, or grandmother’s sorori-

ty. On the other hand, sorori es are not obligated

to pledge a woman simply because she is a lega-

cy. Both the poten al member and the chapters

are looking for mutual compa bility, not a family

connec on to the group.

ARE THERE GRADE REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE

IN RECRUITMENT?

There is no grade requirement to go through recruit-

ment, but many individual sorori es have a minimum

GPA requirement. Grade point averages vary from so-

rority to sorority, but begin at about 3.0. Each year,

women who have GPAs lower than 3.0 do par cipate

and many receive bids, but it is important to know that

your chances of receiving a bid are significantly less-

ened is your grades are low.

I HEARD THAT SORORITIES HAVE VARIOUS REPUATIONS, HOW DO I HANDLE THIS INFORMATION?

Sorority chapters are composed of many individuals with their own special quali es and talents which contrib-

ute to the en re group. When deciding about a chapter, the only opinion that ma ers is your own! If you al-

low someone else’s percep on to influence you, you will not be sa sfied with your choices in recruitment.

Each chapter of a sorority is different from campus to campus and from year to year. Remember that you are

choosing a sisterhood, not a label.

IS EVERY POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER INVITED TO EVERY ROUND OF RECRUITMENT?

No. Unfortunately, there are occasions where a poten al member might reach a point when there are no invi-

ta ons for her. When this happens, her Pi Chi will speak with her as soon possible. That way, the poten al

member will not come to the invita on acceptance mee ng. For this reason, you should always make sure

that your Pi Chi knows where you are. You should speak with your Pi Chi now and let her know whether you

would rather hear from her over the phone or face to face in such a circumstance.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHERE WOULD I LIVE AS A SORORITY MEMBER?

As a new member, you will con nue to live wherever

you have already decided to live. Each sorority has a

floor in a residence hall in the village where only

members of that chapter live. Every sorority expects

each member to live there for at least two semesters.

Most sorority members live on their hall as a sopho-

more. It’s a lot of fun, and a great way to get to know

your sorority sisters. Every sorority has a policy to en-

sure that their hall is full of members, so learn about

this policy as a new member. Then, don’t sign a lease

for the next year un l you are certain that you are

not required to live on the hall.

HOW DO SOME SORORITIES DECIDE WHO TO INVITE

BACK?

As your schedule of par es shrinks each round, so

does the number of girls each chapter is allowed to

invite back. Every poten al member has something

to offer a group, but each group must release poten-

al members, just as you may need to regret some

chapter invita ons. Each chapter uses a demographic

process, considering the thoughts of each undergrad-

uate member of the chapter. Every sorority has a

different way of choosing who to invite, but they all

have Alumnae advisors present at all mee ngs to en-

sure that the policies are correctly followed and fair

considera on is given to all poten al members.

HOW DO I DECIDE WHICH GROUPS I PREFER?

Each poten al member will have a different experi-

ence in each group, depending on who she meets and

her personal preferences and personality. Ask yourself

a few ques ons as you par cipate in recruitment: Are

the members people you can truly feel are your sis-

ters? Are the goals of the organiza on similar to your

own? A sorority should be a second home. The an-

swers to your ques ons should guide you to the right

group for you. Your Pi Chi will be of great help in

sor ng out what works best for you.

WHAT IF I WANT TO TURN DOWN A BID I RECEIVE?

If you receive a bid and decide not to accept it, you

may not par cipate in recruitment for one calendar

year, and you may not par cipate in Con nuous

Open Bidding. We urge you to think very carefully

before turning down a bid. Emo ons have a tendency

to cloud thinking and judgment. Turning in a bid one

week a er Bid Day puts you in the same posi on as if

you turn it down immediately, so it’s worth at least

a ending the chapter’s Bid Day fes vi es before de-

ciding not to join. Please give yourself and the sorori-

ty a chance to prove you made the right choice.

IF I WITHDRAW FROM RECRUITMENT, CAN I DECIDE TO JOIN LATER?

Yes. You can wait un l the next year for formal recruitment, or you can try to join through Con nuous Open

Bidding.

I HAVE HEARD THAT SORORITIES HAZE THEIR MEMBERS ‐ IS THIS TRUE?

Auburn has a No Hazing Policy that prohibits all forms of hazing. It is also against the law. Each sorority makes

the safety and well being of its members a top priority.

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RECRUITMENT KICKOFF

POTENTIAL MEMBER’S BILL OF RIGHTS

On August 11th in the Student Center Ballroom, there will be two recruit-

ment kickoff sessions. Your Pi Chi will inform you of which session you will

a end. This mee ng will be very casual and will only last about forty-five

minutes. You will receive valuable informa on about the recruitment week

and will meet the other women in your Pi Chi group for the first me. It is a

great way to get the week started on a posi ve note!

. The right to be treated as an individual.

. The right to be fully informed about the recruitment process.

. The right to ask ques ons and receive true, objec ve answers from Pi Chis and sorority 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 to receive straigh orward answers.

. The right to have and express opinions to Pi Chis.

. The right to have inviolable confiden ality when sharing informa on with Pi Chis.

. The right to make informed choices without undue pressure from others.

. The right to be fully informed about the binding agreements implicit in preference card signing.

. The right to make one’s own decisions, and to accept full responsibility for the results of those decisions.

. The right to have a posi ve, safe, and enriching recruitment and pledging experience.

LIFE AS A FIRST YEAR MEMBER Once a woman has accepted a bid from a sorority, she is thrust into the whirlwind of Greek life. Soon

a er Bid Day, she is invited to a formal pledging ceremony, for which she is expected to wear a white dress and

white shoes. Once a woman has formally pledged, she will not be allowed to join another sorority on campus

for one full calendar year. During the semester she may receive a “study buddy” to help her with classes, and a

“big sister” to help her with nearly everything else. She will be expected to a end weekly new member

mee ngs. Socials, pep rallies, and formals will become a part of her life.

In addi on to the fun and excitement of sorority ac vi es, the new member period will be an orienta-

on me. Before a new member can be ini ated, she must fulfill the sorority’s new member requirements,

such as learning the sorority’s history, purposes, and goals, and in some cases obtaining a specific grade point

average.

A new member is expected to a end sorority func ons and to contribute her me and talents to making

her chapter a success. She will represent her sorority to other people and is expected to maintain the high

standards which her sorority has established.

AN ESTIMATED AVERAGE OF SORORITY COSTS

Pledge Fee (once) $75.00

Ini a on Fee (once) $135.00

Na onal Dues (semester) $135.00

Semester Dues (semester) $500.00

Chapter Room Fee (semester) $150.00

Possible Addi onal Costs (semester) $50.00

Total Cost of First Year $1,600.00

Total Cost of Other Years $1,250.00

FINANCES An important considera on in deciding to join a sorority should be whether or not you are able to ful-

fill the financial responsibili es. Both you and your parents should be aware of the fees, dues, and other ex-

penses.

Each sorority charges a new member fee when you first join. A er ini a on, you will be charged an

ini a on fee. As your membership con nues, you will pay monthly or semester dues throughout your college

career.

The cost of “extras”, such as t-shirts, pictures, jewelry, and sta onary varies with each individual. Alt-

hough you are not required to purchase any of these things, most women choose to do so. A photographer

will be present at most sorority events, and t-shirts and other items will be available for purchase.

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ICE WATER TEAS AUGUST 12-13

WHAT TO EXPECT:

There are seventeen sorori es par cipa ng in Ice Water Teas. They are spread over two days. The purpose of

this round of par es is to introduce you to our Greek community. You will visit each sorority and be served iced

water. One woman will meet you at the door, and act as your hostess while you are visi ng her chapter. During

this phase, you will visit each sorority for twenty-five minutes. You may feel a li le overwhelmed because the

pace of these two days is so fast, but don’t be in mated. These two days are meant to be high energy and may

include music, singing and clapping, and cheering. Each sorority has something unique and wonderful to offer,

so be sure to approach each one with an open mind.

WHAT TO WEAR:

You should dress casually and comfortably.

Wear clothing that is suitable for hot weather,

such as a sundress, skirt, or capri pants. While

it is comfortable, it is also important for you to

look your best, so please do not wear shorts or

t-shirts. You will be outside in the sun in be-

tween par es, so cool, lightweight materials

such as co on are recommended. You will do a

great deal of walking and standing, so wear

low-heeled shoes or comfortable sandals. If

you prefer to wear high-

heeled shoes, you may

want to bring more

comfortable ones to

wear in between

par es.

WHAT TO TALK ABOUT:

Don’t worry if you don’t have me for in-depth conversa ons. Don’t be afraid to ask your hostess ques ons

about her sorority or Greek life in general. Be sure to tell her about yourself as well. Each sorority wants to get

to know as much about you as possible. Also, be careful of first impressions; they can be misleading. Remem-

ber that the par es are short, so if you feel you need another look to decide, take it. Most importantly, have

fun and be yourself! Remember, the sorori es want you to like them as much as you want them to like you!

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PHILANTHROPY AUGUST 14-15

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Panhellenic is proud to have philanthropy round as an Auburn tradi on. Community service is an important

aspect of each sorority and Panhellenic as a whole. Therefore, this round, which is spread over two days, is

an important part of recruitment. On these days, you may visit up to twelve sorori es for thirty-five minutes

each. Again, you will be served iced water at each party. At each sorority you visit, you will work on a project

that pertains to that sorority’s individual philanthropy. The sorori es will then donate the completed projects

to their philanthropies. Not only will you be learning about the sorority in a fun and interac ve way, but you

will be making a contribu on to the community. The projects you par cipate in will help define the sorori es,

so that they will be more easily dis nguishable.

WHAT TO WEAR:

To add to the fun of these days, you will be

casual and comfortable. Shorts or skirts that

are appropriate to sit on the floor in will be fi-

ne. Panhellenic will provide you with a t-shirt

to wear for this round. Your Pi Chi will give you

your t-shirt at your first mee ng. This is a great

opportunity to wear your comfy tennis shoes

or casual sandals.

WHAT TO TALK ABOUT:

Service and giving to others is the theme of philanthropy round. Talk about the project you are making and

how it will benefit the chosen philanthropy. Ask your hostess about other projects that the sorority par ci-

pates in throughout the year. This is also a good me to ask about anything that you did not get a chance to

learn about during Ice Water Teas. These days are a fun chance to talk more in depth with the sorority

women while you work to help others.

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SKIT DAY AUGUST 16

WHAT TO EXPECT:

The entertainment atmosphere during this round of par es makes it a favorite part of recruitment. You may

visit as many as seven sorori es on this day for fi y minutes each. You will again have a hostess who will in-

troduce you to other members. The sorori es will con nue to reveal their individual personali es with skits

and presenta ons. This is the day when sorori es may also present a slide show of their members enjoying

different Auburn and Greek ac vi es. Since this is the last day before preferen al, you should start thinking

about which sorority might be your best home away from home.

WHAT TO WEAR:

A dress suitable for church or a nice dinner is

recommended. Most women dress up their

look a li le more in this round.

WHAT TO TALK ABOUT:

This round is a special me to communicate. Conversa on is longer, more meaningful, and more in-depth.

You should be looking for certain a ributes you want in your sorority and your sorority sisters. Scholarship,

sincerity, friendliness, and adaptability are all strong a ributes that are emphasized in this round. Since this

day is a chance for the sorori es to boast about themselves and their accomplishments, listen carefully to

decide if the achievements and ac vi es they speak of are also important aspects of your college goals. Ask

the hostess about her sorority and use this informa on to help narrow your choice of which sorori es could

be right for you.

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PREFERENCE DAY AUGUST 17

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Preference Day is the most serious day of recruitment. You may visit three sorori es for forty-five minutes

each. At each sorority, you might be greeted by one member who has been a special friend to you during the

week. This round can be the most emo onal step of the sorority recruitment process, because it is during

prefs that must decide which sorority you would like to be a part of. The par es are usually serious and sub-

dued. During prefs, think back on the previous rounds and recall what you liked best about each sorority. This

will help you form a complete impression of the sorori es, and help you to decide where you feel most com-

fortable. The important thing to do is to be sure you base your decision on YOUR OWN feelings.

WHAT TO WEAR:

This is the dressiest round of all. A dress you might

wear to formal church or a wedding recep on will

be appropriate. If you are comfortable in heels,

you may wish to wear them since you will only be

a ending a maximum of three par es. Black is a

common color to wear during this round. Research

from 2012 states that a majority of girls on prefer-

ence round wore black dresses; however, girls who

wore a colored dress

were 5% more likely to

join the sorority listed as

their first choice. So wear

what you want!

WHAT TO TALK ABOUT:

Your hostess may talk privately with you about your feelings toward the sorority and answer any final ques-

ons you may have. During this me, you should listen carefully to what the sorority women tell you about

the ideals of sisterhood. Listen to what they say. These women are revealing to you the character of their

sorority. These women want you to know that their sorority means to them and what it could mean to you.

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BID DAY AUGUST 18

THE END OF RECRUITMENT WEEK IS BID DAY!

This is the day that invita ons to join a sorority are distributed. Those who receive an in-

vita on to join a sorority and accept it will be welcomed with open arms by their new

sisters. Bid Day is a me for fun, entertainment, pictures, and seeing friends you made

during recruitment. Once bids are distributed, each sorority’s new members will go to

their sorority’s chapter room for a recep on and other ac vi es planned by your sorori-

ty. Your families are welcome to a end with you. You will be greeted by an older mem-

ber, who will host you as a “big sister” throughout the rest of the day’s ac vi es. You will

be expected to stay or return to the chapter room that night in order to spend me with

your new sisters and become be er acquainted with your pledge class. Once bids are

distributed, con nuous open bidding begins.

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PREPARING FOR PREFERENCE ROUND:

List each of the chapters you will visit for preference. Read each statement below as it relates to each sorority,

and decide whether your response to that statement would be “yes”, “no”, or “not sure”.

1. I would be happy to par cipate in this chapter’s philanthropy because it is interes ng to me.

2. I would be happy to par cipate in this chapter’s ac vi es on campus.

3. This sorority seems genuinely interested in having me as a member.

4. This sorority seems open to listening to the ideas of its members and willing to discuss important issues.

5. This sorority has members that share my recrea onal and leisure ac vi es.

6. This sorority has members with the same academic interests as me and would help me keep up with my

studies.

7. The amount of me that I would be required to spend par cipa ng in chapter ac vi es is reasonable.

8. This sorority has an environment that I believe will encourage me to develop my talents as well as my new

skills.

9. I feel comfortable talking with the members of this sorority about things that are important to me.

10. This sorority seems like a group that would support me as I progress all of the way through college.

11. I can be myself when I am with the members of this sorority.

12. The members of this sorority seem to like one another, and I think I would fit in well there.

13. Being a member of this sorority can posi vely contribute to my college experience.

14. I have quali es that would make me an asset to this sorority.

15. At this point, I think I would like to be a member of this sorority.

If almost all of your answers about a par cular sorority are “yes”, it is likely that you are thinking seriously

about the sorority. Obviously, your feelings about that sorority are posi ve, and it’s likely that you would thor-

oughly enjoy being a life me member of that sorority.

If you answered “no” to several of the statements about a par cular sorority, you might want to give some

thought as to whether or not long-term membership with that chapter (or any chapter) would be sa sfying to

you. In general, if your feelings about at least some aspects of the chapter are somewhat nega ve, this may

cause you not to be truly happy as a member there. If you think you want to talk about this with someone,

please grab your Pi Chi (or any Pi Chi), or a Recruitment Execu ve Board member to discuss your concerns. If

you chose “not sure” as an answer for any sorority, these are things you s ll need more informa on on. Use

these ques ons as a guide for some ques ons to ask as you a end the preference party of that sorority.

PREPARATION FOR PREFERENCE ROUND

DECISION MAKING Having trouble deciding which chapters you would most like to join? Trying to de-

cide whether or not you want to remain in recruitment? Use some of the follow-

ing exercises to help you with your decisions...

AFTER ICE WATER TEAS ARE OVER:

1. At which sorority or sorori es did you feel the most comfortable? Why?

2. At which sorori es did you get to discuss things that are most important to you?

3. List some quali es about yourself that would be an asset to a sorority.

4. For a minute, let’s assume that you don’t receive an invita on from your favorite chapters. We’d

like you to focus on the three sorori es that currently give you the least posi ve feelings. List

those on a separate sheet of paper. Next to each one, write down the people there who you

liked, the a tudes they had, and the ways the chapter was able to make a posi ve impression on

you.

5. It is possible that you will not receive every invita on you desire. What will you do if this hap-

pens? You might want to discuss this possibility with your Pi Chi.

6. Make a list of ques ons that you s ll have related to sorority membership. Plan to ask those at

your par es tomorrow.

AFTER PHILANTHROPY ROUND IS OVER:

1. Make a list of the quali es you admire in your closest friends. Now, make a list of the sorori es

you visited today. Decide whether you feel most of those quali es are exhibited by each chapter

you a ended. Which ones stand out to you?

2. For a minute, let’s assume that you don’t receive an invita on from your favorite chapters. We’d

like you to focus on the three sorori es that currently give you the least posi ve feelings. List

those on a separate piece of paper. Also, make a list of the good things you were able to no ce

about the sorority as well as the people you liked there.

AFTER SKIT DAY IS OVER:

1. List the skills and abili es you have that you would like to share with a sorority. In which chapters

do you think these could be u lized?

2. For a minute, let’s assume that you don’t receive an invita on from your favorite chapters. We’d

like you to focus on the three sorori es that currently give you the most posi ve feelings. List

those on a separate piece of paper. Also, make a list of the ways that these sorori es could con-

tribute to your college experience. Make another list of the talents you have that you could use

to contribute to the sorority and how you could use them.

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Alpha Chi Omega

Colors: Scarlet Red & Olive Green

Alpha Delta Pi

Colors: Azure Blue & White Mascot: Alphie the Lion

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Alpha Gamma Delta

Alpha Omicron Pi

Colors: Red, Buff, & Green Mascot: Squirrel

Colors: Cardinal Red Mascot: Panda

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Alpha Xi Delta

Chi Omega

Colors: Light Blue, Dark Blue, & Gold Mascot: Teddy Bear

Colors: Cardinal & Straw Mascot: Owl

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Delta Delta Delta

Delta Gamma

Colors: Silver, Gold, & Blue Mascot: Dolphin

Colors: Bronze, Pink, & Blue Mascot: Anchor

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Delta Zeta

Gamma Phi Beta

Colors: Rose & Green Mascot: Turtle

Colors: Pink & Brown Mascot: Crescent Moon

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Kappa Delta

Kappa Alpha Theta

Colors: Black & Gold Mascot: Kite

Colors: Olive Green & Pearl White Mascot: Teddy Bear

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Kappa Kappa Gamma

Phi Mu

Colors: Light Blue & Dark Blue Mascot: Owl

Colors: Rose & White Mascot: Lion

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Pi Beta Phi

Colors: Wine, Silver, & Blue Mascot: Angel

Sigma Kappa

Colors: Lavender & Maroon Mascot: Dove

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Zeta Tau Alpha

Colors: Steel Grey & Turquoise Blue Mascot: Five Pointed Crown

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CAMPUS RESIDENTS:

If you are living on campus, please follow the parking instruc ons that were provided to you with your Move-in Ma-

nia informa on. If you are in the Village, recruitment events are just a short walk away. Hill and Quad residents are

close enough to walk, but can ride the shu les that we provide. If you are on the Hill and need to use a shu le, wait

at the bus shelter in front of Terrell Hall near Boyd Hall and Sasne Hall. Quad residents who want to ride the shu le

to the Hill should wait to be picked up at the bus stop located behind Glenn Hall in the Lower Quad. This stop is on

the corner of Mell and Roosevelt and is near the Science Center.

OFF‐CAMPUS RESIDENTS:

Off-campus residents should park in the RO-zone lot at the end of West Thach. As long as you are in a marked space

(not an A, B, or handicapped space) that is not reserved for the band students, you should not get a cket. This is

near the rugby field and the only parking lot that will be serviced by our shu les, so don’t park in the lots nearer to

the Coliseum or the Arena if you want to ride the shu le. Those lots will be used by the sorority members.

BID DAY PARKING:

On Bid Day, all sorority members and new members will spend a lot of me in the Village. The families and friends of

many sorority members and new members will visit for the celebra on. There will be many other ac vi es on this

day as well, including Welcome Week. It is a weekend day, meaning that zone parking for A, B, and C lots will not be

monitored. But, people should s ll not park in handicapped spots or anywhere that is not an actual spot. The best

bet to find parking for this day will s ll be the RO lots at the end of West Thach.

WHERE TO PARK

IN A OR B ZONE SPACES: The parking monitors will be watching. Cars parked illegally will be cketed or towed.

ALONG ANY STREETS: Unless it is a clearly marked C-zone spot (there are very few), don’t park on the street.

AT THE MEDICAL CENTER: Those spaces are for people sick enough to need a doctor’s visit. Please don’t inconven-

ience them. That lot will be monitored and anyone parking there for any reason other than a doctor’s visit will be

towed.

AT FRATERNITY HOUSES: There are a few fraternity houses near the Village, but they are not for public parking.

IN THE LOTS ADJACENT TO THE VILLAGE: Unless you have a pass to park there, those lots are off limits to you.

ON THE GRASS: If you are running late, you might be tempted to leave your car on a curb or on a grassy area. If you

leave your car somewhere that is not a clearly marked space, do not expect it to be there when you come back.

DO NOT PARK

To help alleviate some of the parking conges on, as well as add convenience to your recruitment experience, we

will have shu le buses available at key mes during the recruitment week. If you plan to ride the shu le, you

should be at your stop at least 30 minutes before you need to be somewhere. The buses will only drop off and pick

up at their designated stops, so if you want to ride a bus from a certain loca on, you need to go to that loca on’s

designated stop. Please remember that our Panhellenic shu les only run at designated mes and only to designat-

ed stops. Those stops are (1) Hill residence halls (2) Quad residence halls (3) the C-zone lot where off-campus resi-

dents will meet (4) the Village. The schedule is on the back cover of the handbook.

**IF IT IS DARK AND YOU NEED A RIDE TO OR FROM YOUR CAR, CALL THE SECURITY SHUTTLE AT (334) 844-4700**

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GLOSSARY ACTIVE

A sorority woman who has been formally ini ated by her

chapter into a lifelong membership

ALUMNA

A sorority woman who completed her undergraduate soror-

ity membership. Usually, it is someone who has graduated.

BADGE

Sorority pin worn by an ini ated member

BID

A formal invita on to pledge a sorority

CANDLELIGHT

A sorority ceremony in which a sister or new member an-

nounces receiving a lavaliere, a pin, or an engagement ring

CHAPTER

Name applied to the local organiza on of a na onal sorori-

ty, specified by a Greek le er name

CONTINUOUS OPEN BIDDING

The period in which any group with invita ons to extend

may pledge a woman without scheduled par es or bidding

FORMAL RECRUITMENT

A series of par es given by each sorority during a prescribed

period which is scheduled and governed by the Panhellenic

Council

FRATERNITY OR SORORITY

This name applies to Greek le er organiza ons character-

ized by a ritual, a pin, and a strong e of friendship

GREEK

A member of a sorority or fraternity

INITIATION

The formal ceremony which brings the new members into

full membership of the sorority

INTENTIONAL SINGLE PREFERENCE

When a poten al member a ends the preference par es of

more sorori es than she lists on her preference card

JERSEY

A t-shirt worn to spirit events with sorority le ers on it

LEGACY

A woman whose mother, sister, or grandmother is an alum-

na or collegiate member of a na onal sorority. A legacy

should be open-minded while going through recruitment,

giving herself an opportunity to meet the members of all

sorori es before she makes her decision. A sorority is not

obligated to pledge a legacy, a legacy is pledged on her own

merits

NEW MEMBER

A woman who has been accepted as a proba onary mem-

ber of a group. A er a period of training about history, ide-

als, and tradi ons of the organiza on and a er earning a

designated GPA, she may be ini ated. A pledgeship expires

when a woman is not ini ated within one calendar year

PANHELLENIC

The governing body of campus sorori es which serves to

coordinate sorority ac vi es

POTENTIAL MEMBER

A collage woman who is par cipa ng in formal or informal

recruitment

QUOTA

The number of new members a sorority may acquire during

recruitment

REFERENCE

A le er or statement recommending a woman for member-

ship. It can be sent by a sorority alumna of any chapter and

is sent to the AU undergraduate chapter she is affiliated

with. It is the sorority’s responsibility to obtain recommen-

da ons

Because the regular Tiger Transit routes will not be running, Panhellenic will provide shu les at key mes during the week. The

mes are listed below. Each bus will stop at four places. The shu le will stop on the Hill at the bus stop in front of Terrell Hall,

between Sasne and Boyd Halls. It will also stop in the lower Quad at the bus stop on Mell Street next to the Science Center.

There is also a stop in the RO lots, which are at the end of West Thach near the band field. Women coming from off campus

should park there and wait at the bus stop there. The shu le also stops at the Village on War Eagle Way, right next to the sorority

halls. This is where you will be dropped off in the morning and wait to be picked up in the a ernoon. Be sure to plan a lot of extra

me to wait for the shu le to pick you up. If you do not ride

the shu le, please plan me to walk from your place of resi-

dence or the RO lots. Even though school is not in session,

parking regula ons will be enforced. Cars parked in spaces

they are not zoned for and cars parked on curbs or anywhere

that is not a parking space will be cketed and/or towed.

Monday, August 12 6:30 am to 8:30 am 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Tuesday, August 13 6:30 am to 8:30 am 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Wednesday, August 14 7:00 am to 10:00 am 11:30 am to 2:30 pm 5:00 am to 8:00 pm

Thursday, August 15 7:00 am to 10:00 am 11:30 am to 2:30 pm

Friday, August 16 7:00 am to 10:00 am 11:30 am to 2:30 pm 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Saturday, August 17 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Parking and Shuttles

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