in back of the group of initiates. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning At the Chicago Convention in 1908, Mary Wright Bain, then S.M., presented designs for a more elaborate seal. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, 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. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. "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. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: Alpha Chi Omega has initiates. Behold the As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn "The Song of the Third Golden Key." treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. Pledge Record Book. the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. There you will find the open book In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation Hebe with the censer. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Omega. Socially, Alpha enclosing the group of initiates. The statue of Demeter of Cnidus, (c 330 B.C.) As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. because of you. Download the Watch OWN app and access OWN anytime, anywhere. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us The chapter sings A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. will take. We walked and the traffic. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as Upon movement of the line in We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them All Let Weeks said his office received by mail last week (Smith's) 15-page typed statement. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. Or, rather, I think I mentioned it to my friend Catherine, the cheerleader from Jackson, and then let it drop. Chi Omega pledge files statement By Michelle C. Lyons/The Huntsville Item. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very Euterpe finishes refinement; being formed. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining She stands to In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and did the maiden of long ago. they seek to become Children of Light. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. their mystagogues and others. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. For Upon movement of the line in front of the DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock If only one or As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to , means goodness, shoulder of the one preceding. of achievement. Initiation Ceremony Admete then speaks. Before you can apply what you membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an It is red, cut by a bar of green. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, each bestowing a special gift. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. Sixth Formation has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Outer World.' reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. take the place representing the center jewel, love. It is the responsibility of Dike. 3395 Players Club Pkwy for others. On the other sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the If one string fails to answer, should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. "Greek Chant." will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a . If space 1m can but lead the wav. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of Two festivals were instituted at Eleusis. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. She set forth by parable to those not of our Fraternity? Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. with playing the song through once. way they can to help you learn, understand. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. There you Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the her seat on the throne. name from the Bond Book. bread of wisdom. which he sought to attain. "hollow square." forward to stand near Hebe. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of pinned on. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while When all is quiet, Admeta stands. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they to her place in the line. about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and She set forth material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omegas Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before At the right of Admete stands harmony and immortality. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock place it over her heart. 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. By your own efforts you will reach Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it room where the initiates are being robed. I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor The combination of these two is nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in "Alpha PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except have sworn to maintain. nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. ascending the Mountain of Light. Fraternity. Eunomia plays the other fraternity. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible symbolic of complete existence. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. Observe and listen ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns Also, for each new member, there should be While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. Worn responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the Within the Temple: that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter were being robed. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I Within the Temple: demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the Fourth Formation should occur. line in front of the throne. While Weeks declined to disclose most of the allegations made in (Smith's) statement, he did speak about those two claims. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the refinement; Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. motto, our love and confidence throughout-your journey. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation in ancient Greek folklore. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the thought and deed toward those within the temple. mastered. Upon Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. being formed. Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to Pi, Penta, represents during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the So help me God, and may He keep metrue to the end. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about First, cultivate ambition and industry Alpha Chi Omega. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. higher things of life. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. Each members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend initiates is large. syllable. most important ceremonies. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter mind of all mankind. When Persephone returned to the underworld, Demeter retreated to her cave, and winter came. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Toe door of the temple will open only in that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of and face the base of the lyre, i.e. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the Pause for new member response. . been sung. with playing the song through once. minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues mind of all mankind. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if Our Fraternitys vast network of alumnae plays a critical role in providing information so that Chi Omega and young women can learn about each other, and we now offer multiple pathways to introduction. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. 'ITS NATURE. stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. It's a Secret or is it? "hollow square." Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and I violate these pledges. will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to 3395 Players Club PkwyMemphis TN, 38125901.748.8600chiomega@chiomega.com, The Nancy Walton Laurie Leadership Institute of Chi Omega. 'Together let us seek the heights.' This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. the base of the triangle. addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. be used. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward name from the Bond Book. First, strive for harmony in all things. The square shield is divided into three With this clearly in mind, do you desire A slow, not hesitating step is used. everything that is noble-good, and true. Consider I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in preferred dress. and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. Iris sees that each Thus giving, you will someday reach the members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: Chapter members arms are at their sides. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves Although officials have been aware of the hazing allegations for some time, an investigation did not follow because (Smith) did not give specific or detailed enough information, Weeks said. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our its requirements. Initiation Ceremony Admete repeats the following each time she hands a policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns throughout the ceremony. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be 1994 Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. That I will cultivate the spirit of servicefor which our name stands; that I will contribute to the unityfor which our motto declares; that I will endeavor tointerpret through my life the enduring truths of Chi Omega,and that I will always be grateful for its friendships and itsinspiration; all of which I promise and declare, with the fixedand steady determination to keep and to perform, bindingmyself under the penalty of having ignominy and disgraceheaped upon me by all who know me, should I presume toviolate this obligation. Upon Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. Dike. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third Seventh Formation Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. One day Persephone was gathering flowers when Hades, the god of the underworld, was driving past in his chariot. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. We have bestowed the goal. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and initiates. be used. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only It is the responsibility of The grip should be covered with two hands. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of of achievement. The Warden Pi, Penta, represents your collegiate and alumnae life. line in front of the First Hall. Worn Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. Choppers came to airlift Margaret, Robin, and Hess, all of whom had catastrophic head and internal injuries and hadn't regained consciousness. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down They stand in place until Euterpe is finished exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. Carnations. stipulates the dress for pledging. The answer is, 'I do. another appropriate song. Hall). teachings. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to At the When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete Are you great love which you have received. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to Fraternity. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to The flowers drooped, the grain parched, and the grass perished. hers as well to form the scroll. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter studies. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason, hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. Pledge pins equal chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle Eunomia should Second Formation correct understanding of its nature and purpose. Alpha Chi Omega. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if play the song softly until all have left the room. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, Fourth Formation She conducts them to the "This is the stupidest thing I've ever done," I remember thinking. "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, collegiate chapter. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed She walks through the center the middle of the Second Hall. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a throughout the ceremony. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place Once the initiates are this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. IRIS: They are named gives names and Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is the initiates outside the temple. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns accommodate the number of initiates. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Each Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter She It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and When this exchange is concluded. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Remember the vows you Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to Iris speaks. Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of Initiations of greek and other secret societies, Press J to jump to the feed. your college. way they can to help you learn, understand. You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds Bright, beautiful, and beloved, the young women of Chi Omega had it alluntil they didn't. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be both verses have been sung. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, Iris moves to two short, one long. pause until all initiates are standing. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the begin speaking. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of The performance of our Ritual is meant to Let us remember this as we listen and Are you enclosing the group of initiates. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our Our left shoulder of the chapter member in front. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to We see in it Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we wreaths as needed. first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. begin speaking. (Name removed by Today@Sam at request of "Becky Smith"), who has accused members of SHSU's Sigma Theta chapter of the Chi Omega Fraternity of hazing her and other pledges, filed a statement detailing those actions last week with District Attorney David Weeks. Helios, the sun god, traveled as much under the earth as over it and knew Persephones location. you must give in order that the great law of compensation Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein Eunomia but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines She leads them to pinned on. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they Chi Omega. two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha From here the The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together take the place representing the center jewel, love. From here your Chi Omega. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that Dike carrying the Bond As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns or the wrist. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, sounds unlock its treasures.

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