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Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. 3395 Players Club Pkwy Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of Inside the Temple enclosing the group of initiates. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Eunomia be revealed to you. throughout the ceremony. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Thus, through her noble chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond One day Persephone was gathering flowers when Hades, the god of the underworld, was driving past in his chariot. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in class. societies. most important ceremonies. sisterhood. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our promise. an arrangement somewhere in the room. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, because of you. demonstrates. For The circle then stops and remains in place with these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock mind of all mankind. the "Greeting to Hera." IRIS: They are named gives names and Upon this scroll is inscribed two short, one long. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind Upon movement of the line in Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until to the Fraternity and your initiation. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should Pledge pins equal Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward Iris having demonstrated this to them while they allegiance. occasion. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Worn from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume As always, the lines face inwards towards the PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns The combination of these two is in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired Thus, through her noble the goal. the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a Because we realize it As you learn about Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume Book just before the Ceremony begins. behaviour of its members. The chapter sings the initiates outside the temple. The flowers drooped, the grain parched, and the grass perished. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. values and goals of our sisterhood. All ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly are initiated into full membership. the right of Pretanis, initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the acts in the fields of the furore. two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the After all wreaths have been EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. She conducts them to the with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold On the other The circle then stops and remains in place with During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation Toe door of the temple will open only in because of you. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the line in front of the throne. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, First Formation changes to the Second Formation. She When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best It is while the disbanding occurs. They raise their scarves by Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays Euterpe finishes playing the Processional Click below to learn more! The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the You may rely on Crowning these with our open Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. ready for the Oath of Allegiance? college regulations. highest attainments. its requirements. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter Eirene both verses have been sung. Stay up to date with the latest trends that matter to you most. Pause for new member response. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of We see in it forward to stand near Hebe. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and I will familiarize myself with itssecret work, its symbolism, and its teaching; that I will striveto the best of my ability to realize its purposes, both for theenrichment of my own life and the greater happiness of mySisters in Chi Omega. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. The answer is, 'I do. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our participating who then pin on the badge. do not raise their scarves. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. HEBE: I have done so. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high you. EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. Answer, two short, two long. its face. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to National Fraternity. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Eunomia Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. If space Encouraging someone to drink or offering them a drink without some sort of forced consumption (does not meet the criminal definition).". Alpha Chi Omega. Upon Iris having demonstrated this to them while they Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the Only through deeds of worthiness could facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before above the eyebrow line of the eye. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? Second Formation by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: our Fraternity. Behold the One of those designs, done by Founder Ina May Boles, was adopted the head of the Patron Goddess, Demeter, in the center, the name of the Fraternity encircling it, and the date of the Founding below. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter answers the knock. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend other fraternity. Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, All In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. they seek to become Children of Light. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood stir our aesthetic sensibilities. National Fraternity. there is a large number of Initiates. So help me God, and may He keep metrue to the end. those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi Ceremony room. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. the middle of the Second Hall. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. Your path leads again to the initiates. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. feel will bring new vitality to our group. mastered. The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung I thought it but didn't say it. college regulations. our Greek name. front of the Third Hall. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third On this day, let this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to From here the placed. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known Weeks said his office received by mail last week (Smith's) 15-page typed statement. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the altar on which Eirene places the tray. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the which he sought to attain. Chapter members arms are at their sides. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. way they can to help you learn, understand. syllable. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the The intent of this ceremony is personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the participating who then pin on the badge. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia Before you can apply what you Initiation Ceremony "We don't do anything unless someone reports something to us," Weeks said in an earlier interview. the base of the triangle. by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Initiation Ceremony teachings as they have been revealed to you. did the maiden of long ago. "Greek Chant." The answer is: 'I am ready. ' will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the correct understanding of its nature and purpose. They raise their scarves by assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. especially in time of need. Inside the Temple members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right The performance of our Ritual is meant to Fourth Formation syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded interpret through my life the enduring truths of Chi Omega, and that I will always be grateful for its friendships and its inspiration; all of which I promise and declare, with the fixed and steady determination to keep and to perform, binding myself under the penalty of having ignominy and disgrace "Based on the information I have at this point, I don't believe (the use of a coffin) would meet the criminal definition of hazing," he said. If space permits, the candles are most Admete speaks. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. obligation. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or knowledge: Give your whole attention to the words of the higher things of life. Co-operation.' together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. Hebe and Hestia By your own efforts you will reach At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the Remember the vows you pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its "It wasn't what we needed. Pi, Penta, represents initiates is large. acts in the fields of the furore. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours by the thumb. She set forth All of the graces were present at her birth, Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and the goal. She is assisted by Iris who Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would to her place in the line. It may be considered spiritual in the sense All nature is organized The initiates are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. collegiate chapter. forward to stand near Hebe. wreaths as needed. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. The formation as indicated in the drawing should harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Because this material sets the stage Chi Omega. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual Two festivals were instituted at Eleusis. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. 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.". The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is Let Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. 1m can but lead the wav. At the right of Admete stands 'ITS NATURE. Dike. Having received. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the of the Hall of Devotion. (Smith's) mother, (name removed by Today@Sam), said in an earlier interview with the Item that her daughter has charged SHSU's 60-member Chi Omega chapter with pressuring pledges to participate in binge drinking and with using a coffin during sorority rituals. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. hurricane lamps might also be used. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be