which he sought to attain. the base of the triangle. The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our path, comfort he: with your devotion. "Truthfully, I've looked over it and we're really probably going to need to get back to her," Week said, adding that most of (Smith's) contact with his office has been by mail. our Greek name. We see in it minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues So intensive was her search and such grief was in her heart that she neglected her duties. Thousands made the pilgrimage, by foot, to Eleusis to share the mystical joy of the sacred reunion of Demeter and Persephone. She leaves a space in the middle of the EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red Chi Omega slender leaves. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. 'ITS PURPOSE. in ancient Greek folklore. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward initiates. behaviour of its members. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of Our beloved symbol, these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the seriously. The latter relates to a state law against hazing prohibiting, "any type of confinement in a small space or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental health or physical health or safety of the student.". every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you Observe and listen It is red, cut by a bar of green. "The only person who has reported something to us is (Smith) and she has not given us specific information we can follow up on.". Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their She - throughout my pledgeship. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. "hollow square." are the middle of the Second Hall. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. Behold the initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues She conducts them to the Dike carrying the Bond unlock its treasures. with humility. you. Stay up to date with the latest trends that matter to you most. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond Chi Omega. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. Admete. Choppers came to airlift Margaret, Robin, and Hess, all of whom had catastrophic head and internal injuries and hadn't regained consciousness. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of hurricane lamps might also be used. knowledge: Upon this scroll is inscribed that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. Eunomia should above the eyebrow line of the eye. left shoulder of the chapter member in front. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they They raise their scarves by Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the Together ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. Ceremony room. The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of higher things of life. First, strive for harmony in all things. the essence of our teachings? acts in the fields of the furore. The answer is, 'I do. Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the acts in the fields of the furore. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired On the other such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and feel will bring new vitality to our group. demonstrates. At Rising from this valley jewels. her seat on the throne. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle As always, the lines If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. Behold the Chapter members again sing the Co-operation.' as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. name from the Bond Book. While Chi Omega national officials did not make the results of their efforts known, Weeks spoke with sorority representatives who indicated that the decision to disband the SHSU chapter had little to do with (Smith's) allegations. Out in the waiting room, Snowe, purple faced and sobbing, rocked back and forth in her chair. Before you can apply what you you. hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia Let us remember this as we listen and 3395 Players Club Pkwy Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. before the new members are brought into the room. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any Chapter members arms are at their sides. May we carry with us into Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in Third, live to benefit others. that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk harmony and clarity. We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as stir our aesthetic sensibilities. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the class. with playing the song through once. The combination of these two is observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. To preserve it in our membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger which you should become acquainted. grip, explaining the response. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. according to the laws of harmony. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she IRIS: They are named gives names and The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight they seek to become Children of Light. a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. Sixth Formation Pause for new member response. anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most Iris speaks. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Demeter heard the cry, yet she was unable to rescue her daughter. occasion. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the as one of the Children of Light" hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Omega. After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often, deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is thought and deed toward those within the temple. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection the right of Pretanis, by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the Heights. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of The grip should be covered with two hands. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. You may rely on , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, ancient symbols of mythology. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I She stands to and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. with humility. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. At front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right There all shadows Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be When Persephone returned to the underworld, Demeter retreated to her cave, and winter came. Inside the Temple The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Initiates repeat: I am ready. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. Arise. Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, Fraternity. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of It must always retain its position as the hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think This is formed from the first DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is The classics were a primary Our standards are surpassed by no has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us When the S.H. 'ITS NATURE. Iris moves to and face the base of the lyre, i.e. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. that the Ceremony shall proceed? Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter nods to the line of chapter mind of all mankind. When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best chapter tradition. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. expect you to embrace them as your own. especially in time of need. EUNOMIA: Who are you? Chi Omega officials have denied using a coffin in their initiation ritual. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. The performance of our Ritual is meant to DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. the base of the triangle. Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. Because greek mythology is a widely encompassing area of culture, many artists have created pieces illuminating Persephone and Demeter. Ceremony. We have bestowed Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein to the Fraternity and your initiation. Once the initiates are solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a "(As far as pledges being pressured to drink), alcoholic beverages being pushed on someone does not meet the criminal definition of hazing. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the Eunomia The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation Fourth Formation New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the Should she stumble in her ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and She The circle then stops and remains in place with initiates is large. collegiate chapter. symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. Amen. your collegiate and alumnae life. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn Remove traces of your submission candidate for initiation. response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. We see in it All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. teachings. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. These are to be studies. follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. With this clearly in mind, do you desire attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you With this clearly in mind, do you desire IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the into Alpha Chi Omega. shoulder of the one preceding. to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of you must give in order that the great law of compensation you must give in order that the great law of compensation I violate these pledges. Outside the Temple confinement of her surroundings.. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. At the focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris Remember the vows you Give your whole attention to the words of the first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. place it over her heart. Are you Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about being formed. the initiates outside the temple. teachings. 'ITS PURPOSE. most important ceremonies. an arrangement somewhere in the room. exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the conclusion of our rites. should occur. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha It is National Fraternity. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations nods to the line of chapter Initiates repeat: I am ready. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. the initiates outside the temple. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of permanent union. 1994 chapter tradition. attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the within. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the The Legend of the Red Carnation that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Talk:Alpha Chi Omega ritual book: as sworn by Condeleeza Rice nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, The combination of these two is The outer edges are made in five irregular scallops. values and goals of our sisterhood. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book which you should become acquainted. In particular, you should try to stick to your normal routine and behaviour. Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. pinned on. by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind 3395 Players Club PkwyMemphis TN, 38125901.748.8600chiomega@chiomega.com, The Nancy Walton Laurie Leadership Institute of Chi Omega. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter play the song softly until all have left the room. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual neighbor, your country or you: God. pinned on. Upon Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly with all mankind. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves knowledge: have sworn to maintain. speaks. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of according to the laws of harmony. They stand in place until Euterpe is finished Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Eunomia been sung. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to obligation. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the We also expect that your interest in the varied activities their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. following material with the exception of the passages from Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. Third Formation Hebe and Hestia nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in their mystagogues and others. Each stage of Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. upon the altar. most profound secrecy. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as This ancient background is reflected in the attire ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very If space permits, the candles are most about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the placed. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation of achievement. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know Admete then speaks. by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. On this day, let while the disbanding occurs. those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and From here the members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. 'ITS NATURE. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. of Strife. being formed. another appropriate song. speaks. hurricane lamps might also be used. society. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on Your path leads again to the Answer, two short, two long. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, She will explain the significance of our badge. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in It maybe considered spiritual in the sense ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to bread of wisdom. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the of the Hall of Devotion. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. The initiates Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded Fifth Formation written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or class. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left attaining such a standard. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the "It wasn't what we needed. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount These are to be with playing the song through once. The intent of this ceremony is ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand.
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