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CW KAQ DG Alpha Kappa ACW MSU Sigma Upsilon THE PANHELLENIC COUNCIL is a group of women elected to represent and oversee seven Panhellenic chapters at Bucknell. The Council works hard to unite each of these groups and is charged with developing leadership opportunities, educational events, social interactions, community service and philanthropic events, and advocacy for Panhellenic sororities. The Panhellenic Council meets weekly and is attended by delegates from each member chapter.

Ultimately, Panhellenic works to unite chapters, enhance the sorority experience, strengthen values and establish common goals among members.

Buckwell’s 2019 Panhellenic Council Sydney Myers ’20, President Leah Kramer ’20, VP of Recruitment Callie Sullivan ’21, VP of Judicial Lindsay Herling ’20, VP of Administration Alison Esterow ’21, VP of Programming Lindsey Burzumato ’21, VP of Community Service & Philanthropy Emma Mustion ’20, VP of Public Relations & Recruitment Counselors Table of Contents

Letters 2 Panhellenic Values 4 SORORITY LIFE Membership 6 Four Pillars of & Sorority Life 7 Fraternity & Sorority Basics 8 RECRUITMENT What is Recruitment? 10 The Recruitment Staff 11 Recruitment Counselors 13 What to Expect 14 FAQS 15 CHAPTER INFORMATION Alpha Chi Omega 18 Alpha Delta Pi 19 Alpha Xi Delta 20 Chi Omega 21 Delta Gamma 22 Delta Zeta 23 24 Kappa Kappa Gamma 25 Mu Sigma Upsilon 26 FINANCIAL INFORMATION Membership Costs 28 Potential New Member Bill of Rights 29 Let ters... Dear PNMs, encourage you to start to feel comfortable with the people around you Welcome to Formal Recruitment! Congratulations, you are about to every day of recruitment. They may not become fellow chapter embark on an exciting adventure. Panhellenic life is incredible; I have members, but they will be your Panhellenic sisters. Someday you might loved my journey here as a Panhellenic woman as I know you will too. work on an all-Greek committee with them or serve on the Panhellenic During my formal recruitment experience, I was stressed and unsure Council together. Receiving a bid means joining this incredible what to do. The Panhellenic president at the time sat down to talk with community, and getting to know all your new sisters is an exciting part me. That conversation made me want to join the Panhellenic of that. community more than ever, and it made me want to take this position to That brings me to my next note: enjoy the experience as much as you help you the way I was helped. So please please- come talk to me or any can. The formal recruitment process is actually exceptionally short; 2 other recruitment team member at any time! We are here because we weekends of your life. Enjoy the opportunity to talk to women from all want to help you. the organizations; every woman in Greek life is unique and can add That being said, joining a sorority is fun, but it can be trying. You might something to your experience. Take time and talk to your recruitment come from a long line of Panhellenic woman encouraging you to join an groups, and you can make friends for life regardless of the organizations organization or you might be the first one in your family to consider you join. joining Greek life. Either way, the Panhellenic women are excited to get Lastly, be open-minded. You have heard this throughout Sorority 101s to know you, and show you what we have to offer. Having been both a and you will continue to hear it during formal recruitment. The reason Potential New Member and a chapter member during this process, we say it so much is because it’s so important! Being open-minded helps there are 4 key things I encourage you to remember during this process. you remember all of the other reminders. Open-mindedness helps you The first thing to remember is that you are amazing! Recruitment is a remember you are amazing, and you have a lot to offer organizations stressful time for some people and relaxing for others. It’s okay to feel just like they have a lot to offer you. It also encourages you to enjoy the those emotions or any others! The important thing to know is that there experience as a whole by making new friends and having new and is an entire team of women here to help you. Myself as well as the exciting conversations. Finally, it helps you to understand this is a Panhellenic Recruitment team and gamma chis choose to accept our process to help you join an entire new community of women that are as positions because we went through the process and want to be there for eager to get to know you as you are to meet them! each and every Potential New Member. While we are here for you, I also want you to keep reminding yourself that you are amazing. You With Panhellenic love, choose to embark on this process and join the Panhellenic community, Sydney Myers but that does not change who you are. Greek life has the potential to Panhellenic Council President add to your identity, not define you. Another thing to remember is that joining an organization means you are joining the Panhellenic community as a whole. While we encourage you to find an organization that feels like home, I also want to

2 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 PNMS! important to understand that this process will not always turn out to be If you are reading this, it means that Formal Recruitment is finally what you expected. But, when does anything really turn out to be what beginning! It’s hard to believe that the day has finally come that you you expected? The rollercoaster of emotions that Recruitment brings is will be embarking on your Recruitment journey and joining one of the temporary, but the friendships and experiences you will gain from the eight amazing chapters here at Bucknell. Time has flown since Sorority Greek community at Bucknell are forever. 101s, and I sincerely thank each and every one of you for bearing with What I want to leave you with is that while this process is scary, at the me as we began our time together. Full disclosure, I was probably as end of the day everything is going to be okay. It’s so easy to get wrapped nervous as you. Soon our time together will come to an end… you will up in the little things and lose sight of what this process is truly about. be joining the Greek community and enriching your Bucknell But, you have your PNM friends to lean on during the process, even if experience. Yup, this means no more GIF filled emails and you don’t want to share the specific details of your process, they can presentations from me (sad!). Regardless, I will always be a resource provide you with support. Also, your Gamma Chi is here to help you throughout your time at Bucknell, even when you are in your new every step along the way! If you’re lost, confused, struggling, calm, chapters. I am so unbelievably excited for all of you, becoming a part of happy or excited… your Gamma Chi is an amazing resource of support Greek Life at Bucknell is an extremely exciting time and I encourage for you. I am always here for all of you as well! If you need me, I’m here you to enjoy every minute of it! (you should all know my email by now but just incase - lpk003)! Myself Now, if you’ll indulge me, I’d love to share some final wisdom with all of and any of the Panhellenic staff always have your back. Remember, it’s you. While Recruitment is undoubtedly nerve wracking, as are most okay to be nervous, excited, or any emotion that you’re feeling. This is new experiences, some of the best advice I can give you is to take a deep your process, and it will be what you make of it. So I say, make it great! breath, and truly be yourself! You want to be a part of the Greek I believe in all of you and wish you so much luck and happiness in your Community to make new friends, and find another home away from new chapters! home, right? Great! So, I encourage you all to show the chapters a little bit of who you are through each of the rounds. Also, and maybe most With sooooooo much love, importantly, I urge you to always be kind, have a good attitude and Leah Kramer treat EVERYONE with respect. This will take you a long way (in life Class of 2020 and in Recruitment)! While the end result of this process is amazing and Vice President of Recruitment rewarding, the process itself can be extremely challenging. It is

BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 3 Panhellenic Values Achievement Growth Overcoming Ambition Generosity Perseverance Adventure Hard Work Power Affection Harmony Preparation Appreciation Health Prestige Challenge Helping Others Privacy Change Honesty Productivity Character Hope Purpose Close Relationships Humility Quality Relationships Commitment Independence Recognition Community Influencing Others Reputation Compassion Ingenuity Respect Competition Inspiration Responsibility Confidence Integrity Sacrifice Cooperation Intellectual Safety Courage Involvement Security Courtesy Joy Self-Respect Creativity Justice Serenity Decisiveness Kindness Sharing Dedication Knowledge Sophistication Determination Laughter Soul Devotion Leadership Stability Drive Learning Status Excellence Love Stewardship Excitement Loyalty Strength Fame Meaningful Work Teamwork Family Merit Trust Foresight Motivation Unity Forgiveness Nature Vision Freedom Opportunity Volunteering Friendship Optimism Wisdom

4 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Sorority Life Membership WHY CHOOSE SORORITY MEMBERSHIP? advantage of the opportunity to give back and pursue this goal in a Sororities provide a home away from home and encourage unique variety of ways. and lasting friendships. Joining a sorority exposes students to a large Fraternity and sorority members are some of the most involved students network of collegiate members and alumnae that can help undergradu- on campus, and joining a Greek-letter organization can open many ate women transition successfully into college life and help them find doors to new experiences. Sorority members are often the most visible internships and job opportunities. participants in campus-wide events. Members enjoy a host of opportu-

Academic achievement is another goal of Greek-letter organizations. nities to engage in the life of the University. Sororities pursue intellectual engagement while also developing ongoing Sororities at Bucknell encourage members to get involved in their programs and initiatives designed to help students be academically respective chapters, the Greek-letter community and in campus successful throughout their college career. The value of intellectual organizations. Sorority members have access to a number of involve- curiosity doesn’t end when one earns a diploma; it is held throughout ment opportunities that can increase students’ achievement in a lifetime, helping sorority members meet life’s broader demands well academics and enhance leadership, communication and management into adulthood. skills. Together, women in sororities commit to scholastic, philanthropic

As values-based organizations, sororities work hard to exhibit their and social development and participate in numerous events, service values in action by contributing to valuable causes in the community. projects and other co-curricular activities at Bucknell. All sororities Individual chapters host various fundraising events and contribute their share common founding principles and can have lifelong impacts on time to benefit community agencies. As a whole, sororities take their members, lasting far beyond graduation.

OBLIGATIONS OF SORORITY MEMBERSHIP Membership provides the opportunity to live in the sorority suite if In joining a sorority, you are committing yourself to fulfilling the space permits. Sisters often describe the experience of living on the suite obligations of membership. Among these obligations is committing to as one that strengthens their sense of sisterhood with other members. the values of the sorority. Collectively, our values are scholarship, Being a member also requires a financial commitment. Chapter dues leadership, service to others, philanthropy and sisterhood. Feel free to are used for a variety of purposes including: sisterhood events, social ask each chapter about the additional values that are important to their functions, programming and inter/national dues. Be sure to ask each sisterhood. chapter about payment plans and their dues structure.

The eight Bucknell Panhellenic groups live in Hunt Hall, which you will visit throughout the recruitment process. One of the obligations of

6 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 T he Four Pillars THE FOUR PILLARS OF FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE The four pillars of fraternity and sorority life reflect the values that members work to uphold. Focusing on these four vital areas ensures that fraternity and sorority members will be well-rounded individuals ready to successfully navigate their world during and beyond their college years.

Scholarship Academic excellence is a vital aspect of fraternity and sorority membership at Bucknell. Scholastic standards are important for each individual fraternity or sorority as well as the community as a whole. Programming, incentives, recognition and ongoing support are provided to help fraternity and sorority members pursue academic success. Academic achievement is the reason students are at Bucknell; and sororities are designed to help their members meet the goal. Leadership Developing leaders today for life after college is an important part of fraternity and sorority involvement. Fraternity and sorority members participate in a variety of programs that provide leadership development. There are many ways to be a leader in Bucknell’s community, including chapter or council officer positions, national or regional leadership conferences, campus-based leadership opportunities and committee involvement. Service Service is a meaningful pillar of fraternity and sorority involvement. It is perhaps the most personally rewarding of the pillars, as members are provided with opportunities to participate in hands-on volunteer work and implement philanthropic events to raise money for charitable organizations. The opportunities ensure that fraternity and sorority members will have an impact on their community and develop a lifelong habit of giving back. Sisterhood Joining a sorority is about building lifelong relationships that extend beyond the boundaries of ordinary friendships. Bonds of sisterhood are formed within a sorority organization and provide fraternity and sorority members with a home away from home, mentorship, career networking and a sense of community within the University. Sorority members enjoy lifelong bonds and connections with friends that can provide support in life’s significant moments and celebration in life’s success.

BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 7 Sorority Basics GLOSSARY OF TERMS A ALPHA (al-fah) Active Member A fully initiated, lifelong fraternity or sorority member who is active at the collegiate level. B (bay-tah)

Alumna/Alumnus An initiated member of a sorority or fraternity who is no longer in college, G GAMMA (gam-ah) but is a lifelong member of the organization. D DELTA (del-tah) Bid A formal invitation to join a particular fraternity or sorority. E (ep-si-lon) A newly-formed group of members who have the intent of being chartered as Colony a chapter by meeting inter/national headquarters standards. ZETA (zay-tah) The formal ceremony which brings the new members into full membership Initiation H of the sorority. (ay-tah) The sister, daughter or granddaughter of a sorority member. Each Q THETA (thay-tah) organization has its own policies regarding legacies. Being a legacy does not Legacy mean automatic membership into that chapter. Nevertheless, special I (eye--tah) consideration is often given to legacies. K KAPPA (cap-pah) New Member A person who has accepted a bid to join a Panhellenic sorority. L (lam-dah) The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) is a conference of private, social women’s fraternities and sororities, all having undergraduate chapters M MU (mew) at accredited colleges and universities. Every member of the seven NPC Panhellenic sororities at Bucknell is a member of the Bucknell Panhellenic Council, N (new) which is composed of an Executive Board and delegates from each sorority on campus. X XI (zie)

Potential New A college woman who participates in the Panhellenic Membership O (ohm-e-cron) Recruitment process. Member (PNM) P PI (pie) A series of recruitment events during a specified period (rounds) which is Primary R (row) Recruitment scheduled and organized by the Panhellenic Council each fall. S SIGMA (sig-mah) The number of new members every sorority may acquire during Quota sorority recruitment. T (taw) Recruitment A neutral member of a Panhellenic sorority who temporarily disaffiliates UPSILON (yoop-si-lon) from her chapter to serve as an unbiased guide during Panhellenic Counselor Membership Recruitment. (fie)

The name that applies to female Greek-letter organizations. It is a group C CHI (kie) Sorority/Chapter of undergraduate women bound together by common goals, values and friendships. (sigh) The allowable chapter size on a campus, determined by NPC, including new Total and active members. OMEGA (o-may-gah)

8 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Recruitment What is Recruitment? WHAT IS RECRUITMENT? in “informal recruitment” where there is very little structure and the Recruitment is an organized opportunity for women on our campus to logistics of recruiting new members is left up to the individual chapters.

learn more about fraternity and sorority life, our different sororities and WHAT DO SORORITIES LOOK FOR IN MEMBERS? our members. It is a week to meet new people, ask questions about our During recruitment, sororities look for women who possess a variety of organizations and learn about the commitment of joining a sorority. qualities, talents, interests and abilities in order to form a diverse group During the recruitment period you will be assigned to a group in which each member benefits. led by a Recruitment Counselor who will assist you through the process. HOW DO I MAKE THE RIGHT DECISION? Only you can make this decision. We recommend weighing the During the recruitment period, sororities will have the opportunity to similarities and differences of each sorority you visited and keeping invite potential new members back to visit the chapter, and potential an open mind. new members will have the opportunity to select which sororities they would also like to visit again. Through this process of “mutual While the recruitment decision making process is important and selection” you may be invited into a sorority. Even if you decide not to sometimes difficult, remember to keep things in perspective. All of join, you will have already made friends in your Recruitment Counselor our sororities are full of bright and talented women and each offers group and in each of the different sororities. an unique experience.

WHY PRIMARY MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT? Primary Membership Recruitment is structured with a specific procedure that all participating sororities are required to follow. There is a pre-set number of events that last for equal (and very specific) lengths of time. There are also designated rounds in Primary Membership Recruitment, with the themes, times and number of events changing with each round. In short, it’s considered formal because outside of Primary Membership Recruitment, sororities may participate

10 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 T he Recruitment Staff PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT STAFF The Panhellenic Recruitment Staff is comprised of 8 Panhellenic Council members and 25 Recruitment Counselors. Members of the Panhellenic Recruitment Staff are members of the 8 sororities on campus, but have committed to temporarily disaffiliate from their respective chapters in order to provide you with unbiased advice as you go through the recruitment process. The Panhellenic Recruitment Staff is your resource for information and guidance during recruitment. Each Panhellenic Council member and Recruitment Counselor is always available to answer all of your questions and be your contact until Bid Day.

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Lindsey Burzumato VP of Philanthropy & Community EmmaVP of Public Relations Mustion & Recruitment Service • lab042@ Counselors • emm037@

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BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 11 Recruitment Counselor 2019 Recruitment Counselors Olivia Strautman ons001 RECRUITMENT COUNSELORS Julia Rotatori jar064 Recruitment is an exciting and busy time in your college years. It can also be an emotional alw024 Alli Waldman time, especially when making all of your decisions. In order to make your life a little bit easier Nina Wilhelm ntw004 during the recruitment process, you will be assigned a Recruitment Counselor (sometimes Brooke Collins bcc008 referred to as a Gamma Chi). Your Recruitment Counselor will help you throughout the Kathryn Nicolai kln010 entire recruitment process. Olivia Loome mol001 Our Recruitment Counselors have participated in recruitment as potential new members and Caroline Ahearne cca011 as a sorority member, therefore, they are familiar with the many sides of recruitment. In Mackenna Woods mvw003 addition, each Recruitment Counselor has been through an extensive training program to prepare her for this position. She is ready to help you with anything you need during Carly Merrill cpm013 recruitment. Charlotte Artesani cma016 The Recruitment Counselors are members of our Panhellenic Recruitment Staff, and each Katie Jo Nedrow kjn009 has committed not to reveal her sorority affiliation. Therefore, she can give you unbiased Ali Reach amr030 guidance and advice throughout the process. Although it is sometimes tempting to know what Tara Greene tag016 sorority she belongs to, please do not ask her to tell you or make any efforts to find out. She Dana Tsipenyuk dt025 will reveal her sorority to you on Bid Day.

Olivia Loggia ojl001 Your Recruitment Counselor is a wonderful recruitment resource for you. She is also an Brenna Prevelige brp006 important listener. Your Recruitment Counselor will always be available to share in your joys Catherine Murrey cem038 as well as your anxieties. Most importantly, she and your Recruitment Counselor group will Julia Stern jcs067 help make your recruitment process even more exciting and enjoyable. Caroline Sloane cbs020 DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK YOUR RECRUITMENT COUNSELOR ANY Janey Woo jmw055 QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS YOU MIGHT HAVE … SHE IS HERE TO HELP YOU!

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12 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 What to Expect RECRUITMENT ORIENTATION THURSDAY, AUGUST 29 12p–1p or 7p–8p, Larison Dining Hall This session will provide much more detailed information about the recruitment process. This is also where you will learn more about the Recruitment Counselors and your assigned group. A Recruitment Counselor group is comprised of approximately 20 other potential new members with whom you will go through recruitment. Each group is led by an upperclass sorority member (although their affiliations are kept secret) who will be there throughout the entire recruitment period to offer unbiased guidance and help you through the process. You will be given your recruitment shirt at this time.

RECRUITMENT ROUNDS Round 1 : Meet the Suites Round 2: Sisterhood FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 Arrive at Larison Dining Hall at 5p Arrive at Larison Dining Hall at 2:15p Eight sororities are participating in the first round of recruitment. During Round 2, you may visit up to six sororities. This is your chance During Round 1, you will visit all eight sororities to introduce yourself to learn more about the chapter and their sisterhood. Round 2 gives and start getting to know the sisters. The purpose of this round is to you an opportunity to have longer, more meaningful conversation with introduce you to all of the Panhellenic sororities in our Greek-lettered members of the sorority. In addition, it gives the sorority an opportunity community. It’s a friendly and casual event. to boast about themselves and their accomplishments, so it’s important to listen carefully and decide whether or not the activities and achievements Please dress comfortably, as you will be moving from suite to suite. You they speak of are also important aspects of your college goals. Use this may be sitting a lot, so short skirts are not recommended. Shorts, capris round and the conversations you have to help you narrow down your or long pants are appropriate, as is comfortable footwear. Please wear your recruitment t-shirt. choices of which sorority might be the best for you. Please dress comfortably, as you will be moving from suite to suite. You may be sitting a lot, so short skirts are not recommended. Shorts, capris or long pants are appropriate, as is comfortable footwear. Please wear your recruitment t-shirt.

BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 13 What to Expect RECRUITMENT ROUNDS (cont.) Round 3: Philanthropy Round 4: Preference SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Arrive in Larison Dining Hall at 12:00p Arrive in Larison Dining Hall at 5:15p The Panhellenic Council is proud to have Round 3 as our philanthropy Preference Round gives you the opportunity to visit up to two round, an important tradition at Bucknell University. This round sororities. This round of recruitment is the most significant. Each allows you to visit up to four sororities to learn about their sorority has its own special ceremony in which individual members philanthropy and other community service projects they participate in may share with you their feelings toward their sorority and answer any throughout the school year. At each of the events you attend, you will of your final questions. During this time you should listen carefully to work on an activity that pertains to that sorority’s specific what the sorority women tell you about their ideals of sisterhood, and philanthropy. Not only does this round allow you to learn about the see if you want similar things from sorority life that these members sororities in a fun way, but it also allows you to make a contribution to have found in their sorority. Afterwards, you will decide where you feel the community. the most comfortable and rank them in that order.

Please dress comfortably, as you will be moving from suite to suite. You Preference Round is your chance to dress to impress. Whatever you may be sitting a lot, so short skirts are not recommended. Shorts, consider to be a dressier outfit is appropriate – dress, skirt, pants and a capris or long pants are appropriate, as is comfortable footwear. Please top. Please remember to be comfortable. Most importantly, be yourself. wear your recruitment t-shirt.

BID DAY SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Arrive in Larison Dining Hall at 4p Bid Day is the last day of the recruitment period. This is the day that invitations to join sororities are extended. When all Potential New Members have their invitations, everyone will meet in the evening for a Bid Day celebration. You will meet your new member class and sorority sisters. At the end of the celebration, you will be welcomed by the sorority and participate in activities planned by them.

14 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Frequently Asked Questions Am I required to attend all of the events during the recruitment period? Yes, recruitment is an opportunity to meet women in all of our sororities and learn about what each sorority has to offer, in order to make the best decision for you. Please keep in mind that it is the sorority’s decision as to whether or not they invite you to attend every event during recruitment, so you can maximize your information and opportunities, and help make your decision making process easier. If you miss an event and are not excused or do not have an emergency, you will be withdrawn from the recruitment process. You may not miss one chapter event and attend another if you are not excused. If you will be coming late to a round or will be missing an entire round, please notify your Recruitment Counselor and the Panhellenic Recruitment Chair by 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 29. We ask that you complete an absentee form provided by your Recruitment Counselor. You will want to complete one for every round that you miss. Your responses should be about yourself and should allow the sororities to learn more about you. If I go through recruitment, am I obligated to join? No, recruitment is an opportunity to learn about our different sororities and what they have to offer. It is an opportunity for you to decide whether you would like to join a sorority.

If you decide to withdraw from recruitment, please notify your Recruitment Counselor. She will ask you to complete a short survey about the process. This is so we can work to improve the recruitment process for our potential new members. It is easier for us to know if you have decided to withdraw than to try to track you down. Am I allowed to talk to sorority members outside of the recruitment rounds? Until Preference Round, your contact with active sorority members is limited to the following: academic coursework, short greetings and minimal conversations. After Preference Round until bids are distributed on Bid Day, strict silence will be observed. You should not be communicating with active sorority members via verbal, written, typed, printed or text message communication. These rules are in place so that no sister has the opportunity to put undue pressure on you about which chapter you choose to join. Sorority membership, after all, is your decision. What does it mean to sign a Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement? When you sign a Membership Recruitment Binding Agreement (MRABA), you should write down the chapters in preferential order from whom you would accept a bid. Once you have signed and submitted your preferences, your choices are FINAL and no changes may be made. May I decide not to accept a bid that I receive? You do not have to accept a bid; however, you must contact the sorority from which you received the bid directly to decline it. If you receive an invitation for membership (a bid) from any National Panhellenic Conference group that you have listed on your MRABA, and you choose not to accept it, you may not pledge any other NPC women’s fraternity or sorority on the campus for one calendar year from the time of your signing according to the NPC Unanimous Agreements, which express the fair play essential to interfraternity activity and sets forth the rights of women’s fraternities as private, voluntary social organizations.

BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 15 Frequently Asked Questions Is it possible that I will not receive a bid? What happens if I do not receive a bid? Invitation to sorority membership is not guaranteed to all Potential New Members. If you do not receive a bid to sorority membership, you will be notified by a member of the Panhellenic Recruitment Staff prior to the culmination of Primary Membership Recruitment on Bid Day. Is there a grade requirement to be able to join a sorority? The Panhellenic Council does not set a minimum GPA requirement. A student is eligible to participate in Primary Membership Recruitment if they are a regularly matriculated student on campus. They must also be in their second year of higher education and hold a sophomore rank or higher. Individual sororities set their own GPA requirements, please review the following pages to view each chapters minimum GPA. How much of a time commitment is joining a sorority? Joining a sorority is a time commitment, but you may decide how much time to devote to your sorority. Each sorority has weekly meetings that you are required to attend as well as various mandatory events throughout the semester. There are also other events including philanthropy, athletic and social events that you may decide whether or not to participate in. Keep in mind that you will get more out of your sorority by being more active, so we encourage you to seek out the many opportunities offered by your organization. On the other hand, sororities look favorably on women who are also involved in other groups and organizations on campus, so you are more than welcome to join a sorority, even if you already have other commitments. What happens during the New Member Education Period? The New Member Education Period gives you an opportunity to learn about the history of your sorority, nationally and locally, as well as get to know the members of your new member class and the entire organization. Do sorority members haze their New Members? No, hazing is prohibited by the State of Pennsylvania, Bucknell University, the College Panhellenic Council and each individual chapter. If you feel that you are being hazed or know of a hazing incident, report it immediately to any of the following: Public Safety, the Dean of Students Office, the Office of Fraternity & Sorority Affairs, or anonymously online at bucknell.edu/hazing. What role does alcohol play in the sorority membership experience? Alcohol should not be the primary reason for seeking membership in a sorority, and is not permitted in sorority suites or houses, based on the National Panhellenic Conference Unanimous Agreement. Social events hosted by the chapter that include alcohol must utilize a third party vendor. Each chapter is required to follow all state and local laws, chapter policies and the university’s social host policies. That being said social events with alcohol do take place on campus and some members choose to drink while others choose not to. Whether you choose to use alcohol or not, our hope is that you’ll find a meaningful experience beyond social events. Still, it is important that our community is focused on the safety of its members. Bucknell University encourages its students to seek and/or call for assistance for themselves or others when someone is overly intoxicated and is in need of medical assistance. Important information regarding the Medical Amnesty Policy can be found in the Student Handbook. Should you or a friend need immediate assistance please contact Public Safety at 570-577-3333.

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KappaMSU Kappa Gamma Mu Sigma Upsilon Alpha Chi Omega NICKNAME: Alpha Chi YEAR FOUNDED: 1885 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 1898 OPEN MOTTO: Together Let Us Seek the Heights COLORS: Scarlet and Olive Green FLOWER: Red Carnation : Lyre NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 193 MINIMUM GPA: 2.5 PHILANTHROPY: Domestic Violence Awareness CHAPTER WEBSITE: eta-alphachiomega.2stayconnected.com NATIONAL WEBSITE: alphachiomega.org

18 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Alpha Delta Pi NICKNAME: ADPi YEAR FOUNDED: 1851 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 2009 OPEN MOTTO: We Live for Each Other COLORS: Azure Blue and White FLOWER: Woodland Violet SYMBOL: Lion and Diamond NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 161 MINIMUM GPA: 2.8 PHILANTHROPY: Ronald McDonald House CHAPTER WEBSITE: vsco.co/adpibucknell NATIONAL WEBSITE: alphadeltapi.org

BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 19 Alpha Xi Delta NICKNAME: Alpha Xi YEAR FOUNDED: 1893 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 2013 OPEN MOTTO: The Pen is Mightier Than the Sword COLORS: Double Blue and Gold FLOWER: Pink Rose SYMBOL: Quill NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 130 MINIMUM GPA: 2.75 PHILANTHROPY: Autism Speaks CHAPTER WEBSITE: bucknell.alphaxidelta.org NATIONAL WEBSITE: alphaxidelta.org

20 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Chi Omega NICKNAME: Chi O YEAR FOUNDED: 1895 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 2000 OPEN MOTTO: Sisters on Purpose COLORS: Cardinal and Straw FLOWER: White Carnation SYMBOL: Owl and the Skull & Crossbones NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 180 MINIMUM GPA: 2.7 PHILANTHROPY: Make-a-Wish Foundation CHAPTER WEBSITE: chiomegabucknell.weebly.com NATIONAL WEBSITE: chiomega.org

BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 21 Delta Gamma NICKNAME: DG YEAR FOUNDED: 1873 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 1977 OPEN MOTTO: For Hope. For Strength. For Life. COLORS: Bronze, Pink and Blue FLOWER: Cream-colored Rose SYMBOL: Anchor NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 150 MINIMUM GPA: 2.5 PHILANTHROPY: Service for Sight CHAPTER WEBSITE: deltagammabucknell.com NATIONAL WEBSITE: deltagamma.org

22 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Delta Zeta NICKNAME: DZ YEAR FOUNDED: 1902 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 1930 (Reinstalled in 2016) OPEN MOTTO: Love That is Ever Steadfast COLORS: Rose and Green FLOWER: Killarney Rose SYMBOL: Roman Lamp NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 170 (Over 200 alumnae chapters throughout the US, Canada, and the ) MINIMUM GPA: 2.7 PHILANTHROPY: Speech and Hearing CHAPTER WEBSITE: deltazetabucknell.tumblr.com NATIONAL WEBSITE: deltazeta.org

BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 23 Kappa Alpha T NICKNAME: Theta YEAR FOUNDED: 1870 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 1984 OPEN MOTTO: Leading Women COLORS: Black and Gold FLOWER: Pansy SYMBOL: Kite and Twin Stars NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 145 MINIMUM GPA: 2.5 PHILANTHROPY: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) CHAPTER WEBSITE: bucknell.kappaalphatheta.org NATIONAL WEBSITE: kappaalphatheta.org

24 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Kappa Kappa Gamma NICKNAME: Kappa YEAR FOUNDED: 1870 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 1948 OPEN MOTTO: Aspire To Be COLORS: Dark and Light Blue FLOWER: Iris SYMBOL: Fleur-de-lis NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 140 MINIMUM GPA: 2.75 PHILANTHROPY: Reading is Fundamental (RIF) CHAPTER WEBSITE: bucknell.kappa.org NATIONAL WEBSITE: kappakappagamma.org/kappa

BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY 25 Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority, Inc.

NICKNAME: Mus or The Sophisticated Ladies YEAR FOUNDED: 1981 YEAR FOUNDED AT BUCKNELL: 2012 OPEN MOTTO: Women Always United COLORS: Baby Blue and White FLOWER: - SYMBOL: Amazon Woman NATIONAL CHAPTERS: 51 MINIMUM GPA: 2.5 PHILANTHROPY: Keep-A-Breast Foundation

CHAPTER WEBSITE: getinvolved.bucknell.edu/organization/musigmaupsilon NATIONAL WEBSITE: msu1981.org

Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority, Inc. is a multicultural sorority founded at Bucknell in the fall of 2012. MSU seeks members who exemplify academic excellence, unity amongst women and have a strong commitment in community service. The initial step to become a member of MSU begins with joining the T.I.A.R.A. (Togetherness, Independence, Academics, Respect and Achievement) Group which is the official interest group for MSU. The history and traditions of the organization stem from its multicultural background. One key component that makes MSU unique among other sororities is the participation in stepping and strolling.

For more information, please visit msu1981.org/index.html.

26 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Financial I nformation Membership Cost

NEW MEMBER DUES MEMBER DUES (First Semester)

Alpha Chi Omega $579 $372

Alpha Delta Pi $670 $335.75

Alpha Xi Delta $627.50 $377.50

Chi Omega $645 $380/Semester

Delta Gamma $635 $245

Delta Zeta $594 $348

Kappa Alpha Theta $642 $290

$310/Fall Kappa Kappa Gamma $587 $210/Spring

28 PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2018 Potential New Member Bill of Rights

As a Potential New Member, you have the right: • to be treated as an individual; • to be fully informed about the recruitment process; • to ask questions and receive true and objective answers; • to be treated with respect; • to be treated as a capable and mature person without being patronized; • to ask how and why and receive straight answers; • to have and express opinions to Recruitment Counselors; • to have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with Recruitment Counselors and the Panhellenic Recruitment staff; • to make informed choices without undue pressure from others; • to be fully informed about the binding agreements implicit in the Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement; • to make one’s choice and decision and accept full responsibility for the results of that decision; and, • to have a positive, safe and enriching recruitment and membership experience. And, you have the responsibility: • to attend four Sorority 101 sessions; • to attend Recruitment Orientation, as well as all events to which you received an invitation; • to notify your Recruitment Counselor and the Panhellenic Recruitment Chair if you are unable to attend a recruitment round; and, • to report any violations of the Panhellenic Membership Recruitment Rules that you observe.

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– PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT 2019 – Recruitment Success BE YOURSELF TRY TO MEET SEVERAL WOMEN FROM Do not adopt a new personality just because of recruitment. Each EACH CHAPTER chapter has its own personality and you can find one that’s a perfect fit Getting to know a broader range of women can give you a better sense for you. Sororities are interested in the real you, so make sure your true of whether or not you feel at home in each chapter. personality shines through. ASK ABOUT FINANCES KEEP AN OPEN MIND Do not be afraid to question the financial obligation of joining a When you receive your schedule from your Recruitment Counselor at sorority. Feel free to ask your Recruitment Counselor, as well as sisters the beginning of each round, you may not receive your top choices in each chapter. back. Do not get discouraged. If you ask many women currently in GET TO KNOW OTHERS IN YOUR sororities, they’ll say that their opinions of each chapter changed RECRUITMENT COUNSELOR GROUP drastically during the course of recruitment. Though you may not have “clicked” with a sorority on a particular day, it might have just been one During Primary Membership Recruitment, you will have the DZ particular person that you talked to and didn’t have much in common opportunity to meet many wonderful sorority women, as well as the with. Each sorority has many members, so don’t base your opinion on other women going through recruitment with you. These other just one conversation. Similarly, you may not receive as many potential new members might turn out to be your new sisters, or they invitations back as some other women in your group. Remember that it might join a different chapter and you’ll see them at many fraternity only takes one bid on Bid Day to join, so keep an open mind and get and sorority community events over the next few years. Having friends . excited about the chapters that do invite you back. in other chapters is a large part of being in a sorority

MANAGE YOUR TIME WISELY STICK WITH IT At times recruitment may seem stressful, but try to have fun with it! While the two weeks of Primary Membership Recruitment can be an This is an opportunity to literally meet hundreds of great women in a exciting and an intense time, women who manage their time will find it short amount of time. Enjoy recruitment and by the end of the two much easier than those who do not. Remember to allow enough time for weeks, the reward of a new sisterhood will be worth it. meals, homework and sleep during recruitment.

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