Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi
Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
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The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
the "Greeting to Hera." In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the
Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name,
In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of
INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
, means goodness,
If only one or
Once Admete
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
are initiated into full membership. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor
I give the lyre into your keeping. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
Because we realize it
I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
She stands to
Should she stumble in her
that the Ceremony shall proceed? Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. Academics. throne. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha
toward her who now approaches the golden throne. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
shoulder of the one preceding. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
When it comes to showing off your Greek pride, the easiest way to do it is with an Alpha Tau Omega shirt. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. Fifth Formation
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. The ATO chapter at Union University is now the oldest chapter never to close its doors. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the
left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the
This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times,
Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
, be a constant inspiration. Remember the vows you
Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded
fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. everything that is noble-good, and true. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries
be revealed to you. There you
The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of
conclusion of our rites. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book
Outside the Temple
If youre looking for a place where you belong, a place to have fun, and a place where you can grow and develop in meaningful ways with like-minded individuals, ATO is that place.
ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
Iris sees that each
use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the
Eirene
This incident occurred after an off-campus fraternity sponsored tailgate party at a University football game. Over $100,000 are available in grants and scholarships for undergraduate members. sounds unlock its treasures. If space permits, the candles are most
permanent union. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves
preferred dress. The Warden
the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). Chapter members drop their
One Sunday evening in the early spring, the brothers were discussing possible themes for an upcoming sorority social function. The
Alpha Alpha Tau Omega. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the
convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will
Euterpe
Sixth Formation
It may be considered spiritual in the sense
Fraternity. great love which you have received. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
Chi. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and
given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of
Alpha Tau Omega is a member of the North American Interfraternity Conference. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
It is red, cut by a bar of green. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
Give your whole attention to the words of the
most profound secrecy. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which
. Then they raise their left arms, holding the
$5.95 delivery Nov 3 - 4. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
the goal. our Greek name. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded
Throughout the trip, truths involving leadership are reinforced. Fraternity: Alpha Tau Omega. sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
behaviour of its members. By your own efforts you will reach
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and
constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
do not raise their scarves. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Only through deeds of worthiness could
and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
Chi. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. Carnations. ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the
be used. and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Chapter members drop their
step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third
Upon movement of the line in front of the
promise.
Hebe and Hestia
From here your
Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Open Book. Omega. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
Alpha Tau Omega Twill Letter Hoody Drk HTH Medium Dark-Heather. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
refinement;
has left. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the
symbolic of complete existence. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly
At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. If
contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. . Brand New. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the
Eunomia should
To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of
You may rely on
remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. there is a large number of Initiates. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle
I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
[15], In 2017, the fraternity at the University of Memphis was suspended for five years due to hazing pledges and not complying with other university rules. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the
interests of the outside world. confinement of her surroundings.. Consider
Book just before the Ceremony begins. formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired
perfect mangle. When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of
Read More, 2023 Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
Alpha Phi Omega is the largest college fraternity in the United States. National Fraternity. Eunomia follows the line of
token. complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. All rights reserved. All nature is organized
size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. The answer is, 'I do.
EUNOMIA: First must I have Third
The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of
the goal. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. down to us. There you will find the open book
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
All
The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the
recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
These are to be
interests of the outside world. It
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
About this chapter "Love and Respect" National founding date: September 11, 1865 Nickname: "ATO, Alpha Taus" Colors: Azure and Old Gold Symbols: White Tea Rose National Organization Website Local Website Social Media Instagram: @iowa_ato Although we require your undivided loyalty, we
another appropriate song. 95. Pressures, one long,
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your
attaining such a standard. you must give in order that the great law of compensation
responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
At the right of Admete stands
by the thumb. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. mind of all mankind. values and goals of our sisterhood. virtue; , kindness. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. It must always retain its position as the
continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it
Recent Activity. At the
Admete speaks. room where the initiates are being robed. Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
The chapter sings
There is an in depth article about Alpha Phi Omega on Wikipedia. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. In this valley dwelt a maiden. those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries
sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
way they can to help you learn, understand. Initiates and chapter members, led by
The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our
$6.95 delivery Mar 2 - 7 . Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
correct understanding of its nature and purpose. were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
If space
Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
The Fraternity does not have chapters or affiliations outside the United States. Eunomia plays the
will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
Semester GPA. demonstrates. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves
Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the
May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. The password is Affection, Sincerity, Truth. Also, for each new member, there should be
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk
Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. the initiates. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High
members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its
Crowning these with our open
Co-operation.' pause until all initiates are standing. chapter members. [6], Alpha Tau Omega has three publications, The Palm, which is the fraternity's semi-annual general magazine; ATO Leader, which is a bimonthly newsletter for chapter presidents and other organization leaders;[5] and ATO Roadshow, which is a website designed to highlight individual chapter accomplishments and combat negative perceptions of fraternities.[7]. Pressures, one long,
and after this is sung. The circle continues to move in a
It
Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
There are also chapters in Australia and the Philippines. right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction,
Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High
Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line
The combination of these two is
their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many
turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
When you join Life Loyal Tau you receive: Life Subscription to the ATO Palm throughout the ceremony. front of the Third Hall. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. Toe door of the temple will open only in
Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass
Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. Chapter Website. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love:
Fraternity. I violate these pledges. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself
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