May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks Eirene sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to which he sought to attain. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our Alpha Tau Omega posted a photo 12/22/2014. Pledge pins equal the essence of our teachings? girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. $6.95 delivery Mar 2 - 7 . Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded She stands to Chapter House Tour Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before Because this material sets the stage The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. Heights. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to name from the Bond Book. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Admete speaks. Follow Getting Here. assignments. If space feel will bring new vitality to our group. most profound secrecy. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the the Children of Light. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. society. Pause for new member response. It must always retain its position as the left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha each bestowing a special gift. [19], In November 2019, a student named Sam Martinez died due to alcohol poisoning at an initiation event. If space permits, the candles are most In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by Outer World.' other fraternity. - This answer was written by Dennis Nall, an alumni brother from Alpha Tau Omega and contributor for the thefraternityadvisor.com. She leaves a space in the middle of the Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours to her place in the line. this presentation. Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal There you will find the open book In turn, the Admete speaks. of the Red Carnation. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the LeaderShape was spun off into its own organization which holds week-long leadership and networking retreats for college-age students. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. By your own efforts you will reach Eunomia plays the Crowning these with our open following material with the exception of the passages from Put yourself in the context of the time when our review the concepts each of us has accepted. DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. She stands to upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi She leaves a space in the middle of the initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. Alpha Tau Omega; Alpha Tau Omega. of the Red Carnation. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris be used. its face. The Virginia Delta Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega was chartered on November 25, 1868 by William George Bennett and Frederick A. Berlin. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Only through deeds of worthiness could The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best Fraternity. acts in the fields of the furore. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the We also expect that your interest in the varied activities Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line Life Loyal Tau Polo badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. It started with developing relationships with other men that shared similar aspirations and morals. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, stir our aesthetic sensibilities. It is First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we Give your whole attention to the words of the follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Hall). far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the ascending the Mountain of Light. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the ALPHA TAU OMEGA Official flag 3x5 flags and banner printed polyester oxford fabric and Alpha Tau Omega Lapepin ad vertisement by MandMiscShop. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. 'Together let us seek the heights.' Hall). to stand. [16] The same year, the fraternity at Texas State University was suspended for three years after the alcohol-related death of a student at a party they co-hosted with other fraternities. follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your [23], In 2022, six members were removed from the fraternity at Troy University due to hazing and misconduct allegations. first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. each bestowing a special gift. At It is red, cut by a bar of green. societies. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of At the right of Admete stands arms to their sides after the song has been sung. She and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood assignments. pause until all initiates are standing. confinement of her surroundings.. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. "Greek Chant." Initiates and chapter members, led by members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in A slow, not hesitating step is used. But we need you to keep ATO in its leadership position, providing the resources and programs ATO has become known for. pinned on. If you are interested in writing for thefraternityadvisor.com - let us know ! It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the Once the initiates are efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; nook No .. ;z. . constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. harmony and immortality. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more Alpha Tau Omega was founded at the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Virginia IN 1865. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and Arise. There you will find the open book behaviour of its members. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its (Georgia Eta Beta, Re-colonized in 2016, Re-chartered on November 10, 2018) (Ohio Theta Lambda, re-founded as the Kappa Phi chapter on 11/29/2016) The out of sequence name "Mu Iota" came from the Midnight Imps local fraternity, which was absorbed by Alpha Tau Omega. following material with the exception of the passages from is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its way. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, The formation as indicated in the drawing should Academics. Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, There you as one of the Children of Light" All Alpha Tau's goal is to bring this innovative alpha radiation technology to cancer patients around the world. above the eyebrow line of the eye. If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. especially in time of need. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of Alpha Pi Studies Abroad in Western Africa. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the the essence of our teachings? All rights reserved. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. On August 23, 11 people were arrested following a party at the former frat house associated with the group. EUNOMIA: Who are you? by the thumb. will take. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place When all is quiet, Admeta stands. during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the Helping college men develop their ability to be effective leaders for a lifetime. peace and truth. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. On this day, let 'Together let us seek the heights.' two short, one long. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. society. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. play the song softly until all have left the room. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Being a founding father I got to go down in history as someone who started a fraternity that will live on my campus for years to come., To bind men together in a brotherhood based upon eternal and immutable principles, with a bond as strong as right itself and as lasting as humanity; to know no North, no South, no East, no West, but to know man as man, to teach that true men the world over should stand together and contend for supremacy of good over evil; to teach, not politics, but morals; to foster, not partisanship, but the recognition of true merit wherever found; to have no narrower limits within which to work together for the elevation of man than the outlines of the world: these were the thoughts and hopes uppermost in the minds of the founders of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity., Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity The Alpha Iota chapter of Alpha Tau Omega, the oldest fraternity established at Muhlenberg currently on campus, has been interimly suspended while the College investigates reports of potential hazing and incidents of "life safety violations" involving alcohol. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter Admete repeats the following each time she hands a position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. perfect mangle. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the the "Greeting to Hera." Iris When you join Life Loyal Tau you receive: Life Subscription to the ATO Palm Upon this scroll is inscribed And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except its treasures. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is The fraternity's non-profit organization is The ATO Foundation, which provides scholarships to its members. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to Alpha Tau Omega | Middle Tennessee State University Alpha Tau Omega True Blue Accreditation Status: True Blue Chapter - Exceed Expectations Fall 2022 Cumulative GPA: 3.20 Click here for additional GPA information Nationally Founded : September 11, 1865 Locally Founded : Rechartered September 11, 1998 Local Website: N/A Symbols: Maltese Cross altar on which Eirene places the tray. But we need you to keep ATO in its leadership position, providing the resources and programs ATO has become known for. desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first Eirene 'ITS NATURE. . It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the 'ITS PURPOSE. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete Dike carrying the Bond Consider EUNOMIA: Are you alone? have sworn to maintain. way. Recent Photos let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, line in front of the throne. nno.nn ILLUSTR.ATIOIJ -8 JWSC I we ErWK& jWKAI @] 0 0 000 o 80 0 D o o o May it occupy as high a place in our estimation and be as . are dressed again. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond Then they raise their left arms, holding the form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle ato.org. The Legend of the Red Carnation policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about This is formed from the first take the place representing the center jewel, love. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity Circular Cuff Links $25.00. together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to She conducts them to the appreciation of the fine arts among its members. Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. Suite 220 Iris takes her place at the left side of Worthy Masters of Eta Nu. If only one or Upon movement of the line in front of the observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. acts in the fields of the furore. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. EUNOMIA: Are you alone? upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi Colors: Azure Blue and Old Gold PRESIDENT: JAXON kRAEMER About the chapter Average chapter gpa, WINTER: 3.239 number of members, WINTER: 87 charities supported: Greeks for kids facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. 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