Center for Student Activities and Involvement Co m m u n i t y a t a Gl a n c e Sorority & Fraternity Affairs 300 J. Wayne Reitz Union Florida Greek Community Profile (352) 392-1671 Council IFC MGC NPHC PC Total www.greeks.ufl.edu Number of Chapters 25 10 9 16 60 Important Dates Number of Chapters with Houses 22 0 0 16 38 Panhellenic Recruitment New Members (F07) 502 156 6 791 1455 August 17-24, 2008 www.ufpanhellenic.com Active Members (F07) 1662 25 150 1918 3755 Classes Begin Total Number of Members (F07) 2164 181 156 2709 5210 August 24, 2008 Average Chapter Size 83 18 17 169 N/A IFC Recruitment August 31-Sept.4, 2008 All Greek GPA vs. All UF GPA www.greekgator.com 3.5 Greek MGC presents 3 Recruitment Showcase UF 2.5 August 5, 2008 www.ufmgc.com 2 NPHC presents 1.5 Meet the Divine Nine 1 September 3, 2008
0.5 www.greeks.ufl.edu 0 Statement on Hazing The University of Florida takes hazing seri-
Fall 2004 Fall 2005 Fall 2006 Fall 2007 ously. Hazing is prohibited by law in the state
Spring 2005 Spring 2006 Spring 2007 of Florida and the Student Code of Conduct Florida Greek Philanthropic Beneficiaries at the University of Florida the prevention of hazing is the responsibility of every member 34th Street Wall • Adopt-A-Road • Adopt-A-School • Alpha Chi Omega Foundation • ALS Therapy Develop- of the University community. ment Foundation • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons • American Juvenile Arthritis Foundation • Be Responsible About Drinking (BRAD 21) • Big Brothers and Big Sisters • Boys and Girls Club • Camp Boggy Hazing is defined as any action or situation Creek • Chaim Sheba Medical Center • Children’s Hospital of Richmond, VA • Children’s Miracle Network • which recklessly or intentionally endangers Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) • Cystic Fibrosis Foundation • Delta Gamma Foundation • Dr. Suess’ the mental or physical health or safety of a Read Across America • Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation • Federal TRIO programs • Friends for Life student for the purpose of initiation or admis- • FUTURO • Gainesville Lions Club • Gainesville Youth Baseball League • Girl Scouts • Guide-Right • Habitat sion into or affiliation with any organization for Humanity • Lake Forest Elementary School of Gainesville • Life South • Leukemia and Lymphoma Society operating under the sanction of the university • Make-A-Wish Foundation • March of Dimes Walk America • McGuire Village • Meals on Wheels • Mind regardless of location, intent, or consent of Sight • Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) • National Conference for Community & Justice (NCCJ) • North participants. Under the Chad Meredith Act, American Food Drive • Peaceful Paths • The Phoenix Center • Prevent Child Abuse America • Project Haiti hazing that results in serious injury or death • Reading is Fundamental • Reagan Research Institute • Red Cross • Ronald McDonald House • St Francis is a felony punishable by up to five years in House • St Jude’s Children’s Hospital • Shoebox Project • Sigma Nu Educational Foundation • Spinal Muscular prison. Atrophy • Surf Rider Foundation • Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation • Take a Pal to the Polls • The V Foundation • Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. • Z-Hope Should you wish to file a complaint, please feel free to contact Sorority & Fraternity Affairs at (352) 392-1671. Ta b l e o f Co n t e n t s Florida Greek Community Welcome...... 2 Scholarship...... 3 Service & Philanthropy...... 4 Leadership...... 5 Community...... 6 Definitions...... 8 Housing and Financial Information...... 34 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)...... 35 Campus Map...... 36
Interfraternity Council (IFC) Welcome and Overview...... 10 Recruitment Information...... 10 Chapter Profiles...... 11
Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) Overview...... 16 MGC Sorority Chapter Profiles...... 17 MGC Fraternity Chapter Profiles...... 19
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Overview...... 20 NPHC Sorority Chapter Profiles...... 21 NPHC Fraternity Chapter Profiles...... 23
Panhellenic Council (PC) Welcome and Overview...... 25 Recruitment Information...... 26 Recruitment Schedule...... 27 What to Wear...... 27 Chapter Profiles...... 28
1 K AL We l c o m e he Florida Greek community is fortunate to have a professional staff that consists Tof three full-time professionals and one Graduate Assistant. Together the staff provides leadership development, program planning and advisement for four governing councils, 60 chapters, the Greek Judicial Board, and the Order of Omega National Greek honor society.
Council Advisement: IFC, MGC, NPHC, PC, Order of Omega Strategic Areas: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Community Programs, Risk Management, Facilities Management, Marketing and Publications
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2 The Guide to Florida Greeks Sc h o l a r s h i p Why Join A Sorority Or Fraternity? Scholarship Scholastic Profile Since the founding of the first fraternity in 1776, Maintaining a high level of academic success is a Name: Jackie Hizer sororities and fraternities have helped college tradition within the Florida Greek community. The Classification: 4BA (Major: Mar- students throughout North America develop strong Florida Greek grade point average has been at or keting, Minor: networks of support on campus and beyond. Join- higher than the all-UF student average for the last NonProfit Orgs, Women’s Studies) ing a sorority or fraternity will help enhance your three years. Council Affiliation: Panhellenic collegiate experience by providing support and Council resources to help your academic, leadership and The Florida Greek community takes pride in this Campus Involvement: Member- social development skills. accomplishment and offer many resources and ship Vice President for Panhellenic programs to maintain this exceptional achievement. Council, Pi Chi 2007 & 2008, Preview Staff 2006, Florida Scholarship Research shows that students who develop a sense Some of the resources and programs available to Cicerones, Mar 3023 TA, First Year Florida Peer Leader, of belonging and a connection to their college com- enrich the academic experience include: Florida Leadership Academy, Omicron Delta Kappa Honor munity are more likely to graduate from college. • scholarship chairs, chapter officers who Society, Savant UF, Florida Opportunity Scholars Mentor, Joining a fraternity or sorority is an excellent way to work with the chapter and University to Chapter Risk Management Chair. make that connection and to find your place at the create a scholarship plan that is conducive What does being a Florida Greek mean to you? For University of Florida. Approximately 5,200 students to its members me, being a part of the Florida Greek community means are members of the 60 fraternities and sororities • major matching, through which members opportunity: the chance to meet new people, discover at UF. sharing majors or classes can study together a hidden talent, give back to the community, develop as or tutor each other an individual, and most of all, enhance your time at the The Florida Greek community is diverse and • partnership with TutoringZone that affords University of Florida. includes a wide array of organizations to meet the members of the Florida Greek community Words of wisdom for someone who wants to be a needs of today’s college student. Whether you are the opportunity to receive tutoring free of Florida Greek? Never take the experience for granted! interested in a large organization with a house, an charge during reading days at various Your experiences of being Greek will stick with you for organization with an emphasis on culture, or an chapter houses organized by area of study the rest of your life, so make sure to make the most of it. organization that places emphasis on community • incentive programs, in which members are Four years goes by much faster than you would think... service, you will find what you are searching for recognized for academic achievement and within the Florida Greek community. scholastic effort
Did you know? 66% of the Florida Greek community had a chapter semester GPA over 3.2.
University of Florida 3 Florida Greek Service Day donors as well as the highest percentage of donors. Service Profile Last year, approximately 1,200 units of blood, Name: Amar Patel Every chapter participates in a variety of service/ volunteer projects individually. Additionally, the which impacts approximately 3,600 lives, were Classification: Junior collected. Council Affiliation: MGC Florida Greek community comes together annually Campus Involvement: Member for Florida Greek Service Day (FGSD). This event Service & Philanthropy of Sigma Beta Rho Multicultural provides members of the Florida Greek community Philanthropic Programs Fraternity Inc., MGC Service Direc- the opportunity to give back and provide service Most chapters sponsor a philanthropic event such tor, member of ISA. to the Gainesville and Alachua County community as an athletic tournament, dance competition, What does it mean to be a together on the same day. This Spring more than pageant, or ball that benefits a local or national Florida Greek? It means being leaders on and off 1,000 members of the Florida Greek community charitable organization. In addition, many of these campus. I am very proud to be a Florida Greek because completed service projects at more than 35 various same chapters participate in Dance Marathon, a we are positive role models for the student body as well non-profit agencies in the community. 26.2-hour event where participants stay awake as ambassadors for the school in the community. and on their feet to raise money and awareness for Words of wisdom for someone who wants to be Ghouls, Goblins, and Greeks the Children’s Miracle Network. In the 13 years of a Florida Greek? “Work hard and Play hard.” For Ghouls, Goblins, and Greeks is an annual service Dance Marathon at UF’s existence, more than $2 example, attending a social one night and then waking up project sponsored by the Panhellenic Council’s million has been donated making it the largest and early that next morning to do community service. Junior Panhellenic (new member) division. During most successful student-run philanthropy in the Ghouls, Goblins, and Greeks each of the chapters southeastern United States. decorate their house and yard to provide a night of entertainment for more than 600 children and their families on Panhellenic Drive. Last semester alone, the Florida Greek Greek Blood Drive community raised more The Greek Blood Drive held each Fall and Spring semester, is a week-long competition between than $570,000 for various sororities and fraternities to see who can raise the most blood donations by the end of the week. The philanthropic causes. Blood Bucket, the coveted prize for winners, is given to the sorority and fraternity with the most
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4 The Guide to Florida Greeks he Florida Greek community is an excellent Being a member of the Florida Greek community Tplace to gain the experience and knowledge often serves as a “gateway to involvement” in other Leadership Profile necessary to develop strong leadership skills. The areas of campus such as Student Government, Name: Kevin Reilly community is self-governing, giving student leaders clubs, organizations, and campus honoraries. Classification: Graduate Student the opportunity to shape policies and standards Members of the Florida Greek community have Council Affiliation: IFC for their own organizations, as well as the larger historically held some of the highest leadership po- Campus Involvement: Student Body fraternity and sorority community. Serving as an of- sitions and honors on campus. Nationally, numer- President, Student Senate President, ficer or committee chair in a chapter or governing ous chapters provide opportunities for members Student Senator, Florida Blue Key, council will help an individual develop a multitude to attend regional and national leadership training Chapter President of leadership skills not limited to conflict manage- conferences. What does being a Florida ment, delegation, decision making, and effective Greek mean to you? Being a Florida Greek means communication skills. being a part of something bigger then you. The Florida Greek community offers students a family away from
home. That family provides students with countless Leadership opportunities; academic, service, philanthropic, and leadership to name a few. Words of wisdom for someone who wants to be a Florida Greek? Join an organization where you feel comfortable. Once you have found that place, take advantage of all of the countless opportunities that will be afforded to you.
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Florida Greek Leadership Programs • Greek Advance • NPHC Summit • Jr. Panhellenic • Order of Omega • MGC Conclave • Panhellenic Recruitment • New Member Symposium Counselors (Pi Chis)
University of Florida 5 rotherhood and Sisterhood are bonds of unity from high school to college and gain a “home away Community Profile Band enduring friendship. These bonds reach from home.” You will be in the perfect position Name: Emmanuel Gamor not only between members within each chapter, to meet other students with diverse backgrounds, Classification: Senior but also among chapters throughout the world, similar interests, and new perspectives during Council Affiliation: NPHC as each organization shares history and founding some of the brotherhood and sisterhood activities Campus Involvement: Chapter ideals. By becoming a member of the Florida Greek such as chapter retreats, intramurals, socials and President, Homecoming Campus In- community, you will experience an easier transition date functions. volvement Director, Esquire-Minority
Community Pre-Law Society President, Preview Staff, Upward Bound Mentor, Trusler Leader Scholar Program Peer Mentor. What does being a Florida Greek mean to you? Being a Florida Greek means that you are a servant leader in all your endeavors and you have the opportunity to make a difference everyday. Words of wisdom for someone who wants to be a Florida Greek? My advice is that being a Florida Greek comes with more responsibility and commitment than meets the eye. Within and outside our Greek affiliations you need constantly up- hold the principles the Greek community stands for and it is important to note that YOU make your organization, do not let your organization make you.
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6 The Guide to Florida Greeks Gator Growl and Homecoming Intramurals Each year, thousands of UF Alumni return to their Intramural sports allow sororities and fraternities Alma Mater for homecoming festivities. During a chance to safely compete with one another on a Homecoming week, sororities and fraternities pair one-to-one basis, regardless of one’s athletic ability. up to build floats and participate in a number of The competition within the Florida Greek com- activities such as date functions, SoulFest, Gator munity is intense, regardless of the range of sports Growl, the world’s largest student-run pep rally, the offered, yet competition remains fun and exciting. Homecoming Parade and the alumni barbecue. IFC and Panhellenic have council-sponsored tournaments as well as awards for the intramural Greek Week athletes and teams. Greek Week is the week where members of the Florida Greek community come together to NPHC Stepshow celebrate and show the University what it means to The UF NPHC Stepshow, formerly known as BGE, be a Florida Greek. Multiple chapters form teams takes place each Fall and showcases the talents Community participate in service and compete in a number of of each of the nine NPHC chapters at UF. Approxi- other activities to see who will be crowned Greek mately 1600 students and community members Week champion. come from North and Central Florida to participate in one of UF’s fastest growing traditions. Greek Awards The Annual Greek Awards Banquet & Induction Orange & Blue Pep Rally Ceremony, held in November, is a recognition During Spring weekend, the Interfraternity Council event put on by the four governing councils and (IFC) sponsors the Orange & Blue pep rally. This Sorority & Fraternity Affairs to celebrate chapter spirit-filled event takes place the night before the achievements in the areas of scholarship, service, Annual Orange & Blue game and features Coach leadership, and community. Newly elected execu- Urban Meyer, the UF football team, the UF cheer- tive officers for IFC, MGC, NPHC and Panhellenic leaders and mascots, and Albert and Alberta are also introduced and inducted.
University of Florida 7 Definitions Active: A member who has been initiated into Chapter: The local group of a larger national Formal Panhellenic Recruitment: A series lifelong fraternity or sorority membership and is organization, designated by a special name, or of events given by each sorority that are designed to active at the collegiate level. Greek letters introduce sorority life to potential new members. Initiated fraternity or sorority mem- The introduction of a line Formal Panhellenic Recruitment is scheduled by Definitions Alumni/ae: Coming Out Show: bers who have graduated from college. to campus. This is usually the first full step show/ the Panhellenic Council. Bid: A formal invitation to join a particular sorority exhibition performed by members of the new mem- Grip: Secret handshake exchanged by members or fraternity ber class of a MGC or NPHC organization. House Director/House Mom or House Continuous Open Bidding (COB or Parents: A person hired by the housing corpora- Big Brother or Big Sister: An active member Spring Recruitment): An informal recruitment tion board to live in the chapter house and super- who serves as a mentor to a New Member during process that takes places after the conclusion of vise the day-to-day activities of live-in members. their New Member Program. Formal Panhellenic recruitment. IFC Recruitment: A week-long period in which Call: A vocal sound (sometimes high-pitched) Crossed: The actual date of initiation into a NPHC fraternities and potential new members become used by members of NPHC and MGC organizations or MGC sorority or fraternity. acquainted. to acknowledge one another. Divine Nine: Term used to describe the nine NPHC affiliate organizations. Also the title of the book that chronicles the history of NPHC groups.
8 The Guide to Florida Greeks Initiation: The formal ceremony that marks the Neophyte: A member of the last line to cross in Social: A get-together with another group for a beginning of active membership. Each chapter the local chapter of a NPHC or MGC organization. party, dinner or fun occasion. has a different set of requirements in order to be New Member: A member of a fraternity or Stroll or party hop: A line dance done by initiated. sorority who has not been initiated. members of NPHC or MGC organizations (usu- Interfraternity Council (IFC): The governing New Member Educator/Membership ally at a party or step show). body of 27 social fraternities at the University of Intake Coordinator: The individual who is the The Set: Area on Turlington Plaza where MGC Florida. liaison between the new members and the Chapter. and NPHC groups table and congregate. Also the International/National Headquarters: This individual is responsible for implementing and location of several coming out shows. The central organization of a particular fraternity monitoring the new member program and prepar- Definitions or sorority. ing the new members for initiation. Intramurals: Athletic programs administered by New Member Program: A period of educa- Recreational Sports in which members from differ- tion when new members learn the history, ideals, ent chapters form teams and compete in sporting and values of fraternity and sorority life. The time matches. frame of the New Member program varies for each chapter but can not exceed 10 weeks. Lavaliere: A pendant displaying a fraternity’s or sorority’s Greek letters. Philanthropy: A charitable fundraiser spon- sored by a sorority or fraternity Legacy: A prospective member whose grandpar- ent, parent, or sibling is an alumnus of, or active Pledge: See New Member in, a particular fraternity or sorority. The exact Potential New Member (PNM): A college definition varies from one chapter to another. Each woman who is participating in Formal Panhellenic chapter or inter/national organization has its own recruitment in the Fall. policy regarding legacies. Please note that most organizations are not obligated to pledge or extend Prophyte: A seasoned member of a NPHC or bids to legacies. MGC organization. A neophyte becomes a prophyte after another line is initiated. Line: Term used to describe the members of a new member class in NPHC and MGC organizations Recommendation (Rec Letter): A personal letter of reference provided by an alumnus of Membership Intake: The process that NPHC national sorority or fraternity to the local chapter at and MGC chapters utilize to recruit, interview, UF. Letters of recommendation do NOT guarantee a select, and initiate new members. The period of bid from a sorority or fraternity. membership intake varies from chapter to chapter, but cannot exceed 10 weeks. Recruitment (Rush) Chair: An active mem- ber of a sorority or fraternity who is in charge of all National Panhellenic Conference (NPC): recruitment efforts for the chapter The National Panhellenic Conference is the umbrel- la organization for 26 national and international Recruitment Counselor (Pi Chi): A trained women’s fraternities and sororities. sorority member who has disaffiliated herself from her chapter during Formal Panhellenic Recruit- National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC): ment in order to counsel and assist women in Umbrella organization for 9 Historically-Black so- making informed decisions during recruitment. rorities and fraternities (5 fraternities, 4 sororities).
University of Florida 9 Interfraternity Co u n c i l (IFC)
What is the Interfraternity 3. Ask questions. As you proceed ask questions about the chapter’s cost, involvement on campus, Recruitment Schedule Interfraternity Council Council (IFC)? The Interfraternity Council (IFC) at the University academic success, and new member process. This Sunday, August 31, 2008 of Florida is the governing body for twenty-five will allow you to make an informed decision. 6pm - Recruitment Kickoff Forum men’s fraternities on campus. The Interfraternity 4. Make your own decision. Do not miss Council is responsible for ensuring communica- out on a chapter because of peer pressure or Monday, September 3 through tion among the fraternities, as well as coordinating stereotypes. You have to make the decision that is Thursday, September 4, 2008 specific events, including Fall and Spring Recruit- best for you; after all you will be the one who is in 11am - 2pm Lunch ment, the IFC New Member Education Speakers the chapter for the next four years. 5pm - 7pm Dinner and other Greek activities. 8pm - 11pm Evening Event Add the IFC Recruitment All events are held at chapter locations IFC Recruitment Recruitment or “rush” is the process of recruit- Application on Facebook at www.ifcfacebook.com Friday, September 5, 2008 ing new members into the Interfraternity Council Invite only events (IFC). IFC holds formal recruitment during the Spring and Fall. For more information, www. greekgator.com.
Recruitment Tips 1. Do your research! Joining a fraternity is a big decision. It is an experience that will be with you for the rest of your life. In order to make the best decision, you should do research on the IFC website (www.greekgator.com) as well as the Sorority & Fraternity Affairs website at www.greeks. ufl.edu. 2. Explore your options. There are 25 different IFC chapters that provide a variety of op- tions. Try to visit and learn about as many of these chapters as possible.
10 The Guide to Florida Greeks IFC
Alpha Epsilon Pi ( ) Alpha Tau Omega ( ) Chi Phi ( ) Nickname: AEPi Nickname: ATO Nickname: Chi Phi Chapter Name: Phi Gamma Chapter Name: Florida Alpha Omega Chapter Name: Theta Delta National website: www.aepi.org National website: www.ato.org National website: www.chiphi.org Chapter website: www.aepiuf.com Chapter website: www.ufato.com Chapter website: http://grove.ufl.edu/~chiphifl Year Founded Nationally: 1913 Year Founded Nationally: 1865 Year Founded Nationally: 1824 Year Founded at UF: 1951 Year Founded at UF: 1884 Year Founded at UF: 1935 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: AEPi Poker Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Adopt-a-Road, Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: All-Night Long benefiting the Leukemia and Lym- Golf Tournament Boys & Girls Club phoma Society IFC Profiles To bind men together in a brotherhood based upon The Chi Phi Fraternity is the nation’s oldest frater- AEPi has existed on campus since 1951 and has eternal and immutable principles, with a bond as nal organization founded in 1824 at Princeton Col- initiated over 1,700 strong men seeking leadership, strong as right itself, and as lasting as humanity; lege. Locally, the Theta Delta Chapter has existed on brotherhood and success. We stand firm in our val- to know no north, no south, no east, no west, but campus at One Fraternity Row since 1935. The Chi ues and traditions and have the highest standards to know man as man, to teach that true men the Phi Fraternity is dedicated to molding men into true for our members. We are also very active in social world over should stand together and contend for gentlemen through the guiding principles of truth, events, academic works and service projects at the supremacy of good over evil; to teach not politics, honor, and personal integrity. Spend four years University and within the community. Members who but morals; to foster not partisanship, but the rec- in a chapter and a lifetime living among the many graduate leave as well-rounded individuals who ognition of true merit wherever found; to have no illustrious Chi Phi brothers of past and present. have gained invaluable social and academic skills narrower limits within which to work together for that will help them for the rest of their lives. the elevation of man than the outlines of the world; these were the thoughts and hopes uppermost in the minds of the founders of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity.
Alpha Gamma Rho ( ) Beta Theta Pi ( ) Delta Chi ( ) Nickname: AGR Nickname: Beta Nickname: D-Chi Chapter Name: Alpha Gamma Chapter Name: Gamma Xi Chapter Name: Florida Colony National website: www.alphagammarho.org National website: wwwbetathetapi.com National website: www.deltachi.org Chapter website: www.agruf.org Chapter website: www.ufbeta.com Chapter website: www.floridadeltachi.org Year Founded Nationally: 1908 Year Founded Nationally: 1839 Year Founded Nationally: 1890 Year Founded at UF: 1924 Year Founded at UF: 1930 Year Founded at UF: 1926 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: AGR Buckoff Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Beta Buddies, 34th Street Cleanup, Beta Challenge Delta Chi Earthball supporting the Alpha Gamma Rho is both a social and professional Jimmy V Foundation fraternity. AGR allows for members to socialize with Beta Theta Pi was founded August 8, 1839 at Miami other students on campus and people in the com- University in Oxford, Ohio. Today, Beta has 125 Delta Chi was originally founded as a law fraternity munity, along with, providing a strong brotherhood chapters in Canada and the Unites States. Beta is at Cornell University on October 13, 1890. Since and a house for members. AGR is also a profes- dedicated to building men of principle. Our broth- its existence as a law fraternity through today as a sional fraternity. AGR is for young men pursuing erhood aids the individual, builds the Fraternity college social fraternity, Delta Chi still continues to any career related to the agriculture, food or fiber and strengthens the host academic institution stand for and promote its classic values; Justice, industries, and utilizes alumni networking op- through lifelong devotion to intellectual excellence, Character, Friendship, Education. Delta Chi is also portunities. Alpha Gamma Rho truly is “four years high standards of moral conduct and responsible known for being the first fraternity to abolish hell and a lifetime”. citizenship. week.
University of Florida 11 IFC IFC Profile Delta Tau Delta ( ) Delta Upsilon ( ) Name: G. Tyler Parramore Nickname: Delt Nickname: DU Classification: 3L Chapter Name: Delta Zeta Chapter Name: Delta Upsilon Council Affiliation: IFC National website: www.delts.org National website: www.deltau.org
IFC Profiles Campus Involvement: Florida Chapter website: www.floridadelts.com Chapter website: http://duflorida.com/ Blue Key President, Nightlife Naviga- Year Founded Nationally: 1858 Year Founded Nationally: 1834 tors Director, Personal Host to Year Founded at UF: 1925 Year Founded at UF: 1957 Lynyrd Skynyrd at Gator Growl Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: 2007, Former IFC Treasurer, Former Adopt-a-School and Miss Greek Pageant Delta U Duck Putt, Benefiting the Boys and Girls Student Government Cabinet Chairperson, Former Florida Club of Alachua County Blue Key Treasurer, Sigma Alpha Epsilan Fraternity Delta Tau Delta is much more than a social orga- Recruitment Chairman nization, a place to live or a way to meet people. Delta Upsilon is committed to Building Better Men What does being a Florida Greek mean to you? Our mission “committed to lives of excellence” through our four founding principles, friendship, Being a Florida Greek means being one small piece of a drives our actions, programming and essence. DTD character, culture, and justice, which challenge greater collection of people that makes the University of fulfills many purposes from honing its members’ our brothers to expect nothing less than excellence Florida a better place. The relationships that you build leadership skills, helping them grow personally and from each other and everyone else. There are no through Greek life, both with fellow students and adminis- providing a nurturing environment to enjoy their secrets with Delta Upsilon. No secret rituals. No trators, enable you to affect positive change and do things collegiate and post-collegiate experience. Delt life secret oaths. No hazing. We are proud of what that you would never be able to do alone. I have no doubt provides fantastic opportunities like the Leadership DU stands for and proud to be the University of that the relationships I have built, both with my fellow Academy, conferences and conventions, service- Florida’s only fraternity committed to sharing our fraternity members and members of the greater Greek learning through Adopt-a-School, other community ideals, symbols, and rituals openly. community outside of my chapter will continue to enrich service opportunities and our new member educa- my life for a long time to come. tion initiative. This year our philanthropy, Miss Words of wisdom for someone who wants to be a Greek, raised over $20,000 in only its second year. Florida Greek? Dive right in. Like anything in life, you will get out what you put in. Being a Florida Greek will open the door to almost anything that you want to do at the University. Find something you are passionate about and emerse yourself in it.
12 The Guide to Florida Greeks Kappa Alpha Order ( ) Lambda Chi Alpha ( ) Phi Gamma Delta ( ) Nickname: KA Nickname: Lambda Chi Nickname: Fiji or Phi Gam Chapter Name: Beta Zeta Chapter Name: Epsilon-Mu Zeta Chapter Name: Upsilon Phi National website: www.kappaalphaorder.org National website: www.lambdachi.org National website: www.phigam.org Chapter website: www.ufka.org Chapter website: www.uflambdachi.org Chapter website: http://grove.ufl.edu/~fiji Year Founded Nationally: 1865 Year Founded Nationally: 1909 Year Founded Nationally: 1848 Year Founded at UF: 1904 Year Founded at UF: 1933 Year Founded at UF: 1941 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: FIJI Frolf and MDA; Operation Crimson Gift Santa’s Visit, Watermelon Bust (benefiting North The American Red Cross American Food Drive) IFC Profiles Kappa Alpha Order seeks to create a lifetime The Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta is dedicated to experience which centers on reverence to God, Lambda Chi Alpha is one of the youngest, yet most fostering the values of Friendship, Knowledge, Mo- duty, honor, character and gentlemanly conduct as rapidly growing fraternities in the country. Since its rality, Service, and Excellence. We are an interna- inspired by Robert E. Lee, our spiritual founder. creation in 1909, Lambda Chi has been a leader in tional fraternity of the honest caliber, with national While the men of Kappa Alpha Order have never the Greek world. In 1972, it became the first frater- Top 3 rankings in every category when compared claimed that Robert Edward Lee was an initiated nity to ban hazing and replaced the term “pledge” to other fraternities. A Fiji gentleman is a man of member of the Order, we do rejoice his noble life. with “associate member”. Lambda Chi Alpha strives character, competence, and drive. Additionally, Phi We are immensely proud and honored that his to foster the development of its members, empha- Gamma Delta is not for college alone. There are no ideals are woven into KA’s soul. sizing scholarship, athletics, service and a positive “alumni” here; our fraternal bonds last for life. social experience. This year celebrates our 75th year at the University of Florida!
Kappa Sigma ( ) Phi Delta Theta ( ) Phi Kappa Tau ( ) Nickname: Kappa Sig Nickname: Phi Delt Nickname: Phi Tau Chapter Name: Delta-Delta Chapter Name: Florida Alpha Chapter Name: Phi Kappa Tau National website: www.kappasigma.org National website: www.phideltatheta.org National website: www.phikappatau.org Chapter website: www.kappasigmauf.com Chapter website: http://www.phideltathetauf.org Chapter website: http://grove.ufl.edu/~phitau/ Year Founded Nationally: 1869 Year Founded Nationally: 1848 Year Founded Nationally: 1906 Year Founded at UF: 1922 Year Founded at UF: 1925 Year Founded at UF: 1926 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Walk to Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Midnight Kappa Sigma Crescent Cup, Operation Christmas Defeat ALS, Ultimate Dodgeball supporting Spinal Madness featuring “Say What” Karaoke Child Muscular Atrophy We are gentlemen committed to the pursuit of Kappa Sigma Fraternity was founded on December Founded at the University of Florida in 1925, excellence in brotherhood, community, scholar- 10, 1869 at the University of Virginia, and since Phi Delta Theta Florida Alpha heralds the largest ship and service, while still enjoying the full college then has grown exponentially, coming to the Uni- membership of any other chapter in the world. A experience. For 100 years we have excelled in this versity of Florida in 1922. Kappa Sigma believes in Phi Delt man exhibits the three cardinal principles pursuit, and look forward to accomplishing even the total development of a better man, and is based of friendship, sound learning, and moral rectitude. more in the future. on four cornerstones: Fellowship, Leadership, Phi Delta Theta strives to be the standard for Scholarship, and Service. Fraternity men, and is committed to developing character and values of all types of individuals.
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Phi Sigma Kappa ( ) Sigma Alpha Epsilon ( ) Sigma Nu ( ) Nickname: Phi Sig Nickname: SAE Nickname: Sigma Nu Chapter Name: Delta Tetarton Chapter Name: Florida Upsilon Chapter Name: Epsilon Zeta National website: www.phisigmakappa.org National website: www.sae.net National website: www.sigmanu.org IFC Profiles Chapter website: www.phisigflorida.com Chapter website: www.uf-sae.com/menu.htm Chapter website: www.ufsigmanu.com Year Founded Nationally: 1873 Year Founded Nationally: 1856 Year Founded Nationally: 1869 Year Founded at UF: 1951, 1993 Year Founded at UF: 1884 Year Founded at UF: 1920, 2005 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Phi Sig Spike: Beach Volleyball Tournament; St. Cajun Cookout benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters Gainesville City League Baseball, Sigma Nu Educa- Francis House; Gator Swim Club tional Foundation, Sigma Nu Swampball As the first fraternity at the University of Florida, Phi Sigma Kappa is a lifelong brotherhood Sigma Alpha Epsilon embraces a rich history and Sigma Nu is an honor fraternity founded on the dedicated to the betterment of the individual, the tradition. We have fostered brotherhood based principles of Love, Truth and Honor. We are com- university community, and our world, by giving upon character, honor, humility, and friendship, mitted to teaching and experiencing leadership, its members opportunities to develop leadership as state in our creed “The True Gentleman”. SAE ethics, character, scholarship and brotherhood. skills, participate in service to others, achieve offers a unique bond that transcends college years Sigma Nu has over 200,000 initiates at over 250 academic excellence, and practice personal and is the reason why we enjoy and benefit from chapters nationwide. The Epsilon Zeta chapter has integrity. Our initiatives for leadership development the largest alumni base at UF. In addition to a last- a rich history at UF. Some notable alumni include are a step ahead of many other organizations, and ing presence at Florida, SAE is known for its event- Senator Bob Graham and former UF President our creativity and inventiveness keep us on the ful social calendar, campus leadership, community Marshall Criser. forefront of the fraternity philosophy. service, intramural participation, and the largest fraternity house on campus.
Pi Lambda Phi ( ) Sigma Chi ( ) Sigma Phi Epsilon ( ) Nickname: Pi Lam Nickname: Sigma Chi Nickname: Sig Ep Chapter Name: Florida Delta Chapter Name: Gamma Theta Chapter Name: Florida Alpha National website: www.pilambdaphi.org National website: www.sigmachi.org National website: http://www.sigep.org Chapter website: www.pilamtoday.com Chapter website: www.ufsigmachi.org Chapter website: www.ufsigep.com Year Founded Nationally: 1895 Year Founded Nationally: 1855 Year Founded Nationally: 1901 Year Founded at UF: 1925 Year Founded at UF: 1924 Year Founded at UF: 1925 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: March of Dimes Walk America, Pi Lam Rocks Derby Days featuring Children’s Miracle Network Surf Frenzy benefiting the Florida Youth benefiting Friends for Life at UF Diabetes Camp Sigma Chi is a brotherhood with roots in the Founded in 1895 at Yale by three men, Pi Lambda collegiate experience that engenders a lifelong Sigma Phi Epsilon is the largest fraternity in the Phi was the first non-sectarian and non-discrimi- commitment to strive to achieve true friendship, United States. Rooted in its cardinal principles of natory fraternity established. Our colors are purple equal justice and the fulfillment of learning as part virtue, diligence and brotherly love. Sig Eps strive to and gold and our mascot is the lion. We are of our overall responsibilities to the broader com- exemplify the ancient Greek ideal of the balanced located at 15 fraternity row, the top of fraternity munities in which we live. Sigma Chi Fraternity best man; one who is a leader, scholar, athlete and row, in a house that was built in 1955 and designed serves its purpose by developing, implementing and gentleman. To that end, our members hold a num- by Frank Lloyd Wright. From our years here, we monitoring programs that foster leadership, build ber of campus leadership positions, boast one of have created gentlemen with core values that have character, and promote positive relationship skills the highest overall fraternity GPAs, and consistently helped them become leaders in their careers and which in turn, enable our members to become place in the President’s Cup, an annual award for communities. We pride ourselves on our diversity, productive and caring participants in their families, intramurals. traditions and values. colleges and communities.
14 The Guide to Florida Greeks Florida Greek Chapters Interfraternity Council (IFC)
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Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
Panhellenic Council (PC)
Pi Kappa Phi (PKF, PiKapp) is currently suspended until at least Fall 2010. Pi Kappa Alpha (PKA, Pike) is suspended through Fall 2011 and Sigma Alpha Mu (SAM, SAMMY) is NOT RECOGNIZED by UF. KGW ZDF Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Joining the Florida Greek Community 1. Florida Greeks Make the Grade! Since 2005, the Florida Greek GPA has been at or higher than the All UF GPA. 2. Leaders on Campus! Members of the Florida Greek community have historically held some of the highest leadership positions and honors on campus. 3. Lend a Helping Hand! Last semester members of the Florida Greek community participated in over 6,500 hours of community service and raised approximately $570,000 for philanthropic causes. 4. We Have Connections! Greek members have networking opportunities through Greek alumni: for jobs, internships, advice and real world work experience 5. Great Memories to Last a Lifetime! Florida Greeks know how to have responsible fun and maintain a balance between their academics and social events. Socials, formals, Greek Week and family weekends are just a few activities offered for great times at The University of Florida!
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Center for Student Acrivities and Involvement Sorority & Fraternity Affairs 300 J. Wayne Reitz Union P. O. Box 118505 Gainesville, FL 32611-8505 www.greeks.ufl.edu Sigma Pi ( ) Tau Kappa Epsilon ( ) Zeta Beta Tau ( ) Nickname: Sigma Pi Nickname: Teke Nickname: ZBT Chapter Name: Zeta Zeta Chapter Name: Gamma Theta Chapter Name: Alpha Zeta National website: www.sigmapi.org National website: www.tke.org National website: www.zbt.org Chapter website: www.ufsigmapi.com Chapter website: www.gatortke.com Chapter website: www.zbtuf.com Year Founded Nationally: 1897 Year Founded Nationally: 1899 Year Founded Nationally: 1898 Year Founded at UF: 2003 Year Founded at UF: 1950 Year Founded at UF: 1995 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: ZBT Get on ACE - Altruistic Campus Experience project; Reagan Research Institute, Crohn’s and Colitis the Ball, ZBT Kickball
Sigma Pi BASEketball Foundation of America IFC Profiles The Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity was founded in 1898. Sigma Pi returned to the University of Florida in Since 1899, distinguished individuals Ronald Our members strive for excellence in leader- 2003. Since then we have been making strides to Reagan, Elvis Presley, Conrad Hilton, Charles Wal- ship, service, academics and brotherhood. Our become a strong presence on campus. The chapter green and many others will recount their success in high standards allow us to excel at all aspects of has done this by combining a tight-knit brother- life and attribute much of them to their experiences fraternal life. hood with a drive to leave a positive legacy at UF. as a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon. As the world’s Our service projects have received international largest fraternity, we are known for producing the recognition, and last year one of our brothers was finest gentlemen and creating leaders that leave added to UF’s Hall of Fame in the J. Wayne Reitz their mark on the world. Florida Greeks are Union. active in service, athletics, and social activities, but TKE prides itself on developing a sense of true brotherhood.
Tau Epsilon Phi ( ) Theta Chi ( ) Nickname: Tep Nickname: Theta Chi Chapter Name: Tau Alpha Chapter Name: Tau National website: www.tephq.org National website: www.thetachi.org Chapter website: http://uftep.com Chapter website: www.thetachiuf.org Year Founded Nationally: 1910 Year Founded Nationally: 1856 Year Founded at UF: 1925 Year Founded at UF: 1916 Interested in joining Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: TPhi Hoops, Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Kyle Schue- an IFC Fraternity? Habitat for Humanity mann Kickball Tournament benefiting Be Respon- sible About Drinking 21 (BRAD 21) Find more info at Founded at Columbia in 1910, Tau Epsilon Phi opened its Tau Alpha chapter at the University Theta Chi is a Social Fraternity dedicated to uphold- www.greekgator.com of Florida in February of 1925 on 9 Fraternity ing the highest of standards for its members. We Row. TEP men, then and now, adhere to three have a rich history at the University of Florida and ideals upon which we were founded: friendship, pride ourselves on brotherhood, campus leader- chivalry and service. Through the pursuit of these ship, service, athletics, diversity, and academic ex- three virtues, we leave college with a readiness to cellence. Members graduate from our chapter with pursue our lives. Some famous TEP alumni include a one of a kind experience and leave as Gentlemen President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Arnold “Red” of Theta Chi Auerbach and Larry King and Jerry Springer. Since October of 1910, TEP has flourished through its reputation of tradition, excellence and pride.
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Multicultural Greek Council What is the Multicultural Greek How do I join a MGC organization? MGC Recruitment Showcase Council (MGC)? Membership intake which is the process of select- The MGC Recruitment Showcase is an annual event The Multicultural Greek Council, better known as ing, educating and initiating new members, is part held in the Fall where each of the 10 member the MGC is the governing body of the internation- of the process of joining an MGC organization, organizations does a presentation (usually a skit, ally and nationally recognized ethnically based and the process differs for each group. Intake may stepping, stroll or saluting) to showcase their fraternity and sorority chapters at the University include interviews, group activities, and study of organization to potential new members as well as of Florida. The council currently has six sororities group values/traditions. MGC organizations usually the UF community. In addition, organizations hold and four fraternities. have member intake once a year at various times a tabling fair that allows new students and potential (either Fall or Spring). members the opportunity to ask questions and The primary purpose of the Multicultural Greek learn more information about each of the organiza- Council is to unite its member organizations in To learn more about an organization potential tions that comprise of the MGC. The 2008 edition order to share ideas and a support network for members are encouraged to attend informational of the MGC Showcase will be held on September 5, students. Members of the MGC experience Greek sessions as well as speak to current members. Also, 2008 at 7:00pm in the Grand Ballroom. To learn life in a very unique way. Each chapter is relatively every year the MGC hosts a Recruitment Showcase more information about the MGC please visit small in size which provides a very strong family which gives potential members an opportunity to www.ufmgc.com life bond. learn more about all of the MGC organizations.
MGC Showcase Friday, September 5, 2008 7:00pm - JWRU Grand Ballroom
Did you know? Although ethnically & culturally based, the Multicultural Greek Council embraces men and women of all different identities.
16 The Guide to Florida Greeks Delta Phi Omega ( ) Gamma Eta ( ) MGC Profile Nickname: DPO Nickname: Gamma Etas Name: Maryam Laguna Chapter Name: UF Colony of Delta Phi Omega Chapter Name: Alpha Chapter Classification: Senior National website: http://deltaphiomega.org National website: www.gammaeta.com Council Affiliation: Multicultural Chapter website: http://grove.ufl.edu/~dpo Chapter website: www.ufgammaeta.com Greek Council Campus Involve- Year Founded Nationally: 1998 Year Founded Nationally: 1995 ment: Multicultural Greek Council Year Founded at UF: 2003 Year Founded at UF: 1995 President, Preview Staff, Resident Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Assistant, Hispanic Heritage Month, Boys & Girls Club Camp Boggy Creek Student Government What does being a Florida Greek mean to you? The purpose of Delta Phi Omega shall be to foster Gamma Eta Sorority, Inc is a Latin-based Multi- Being a Florida Greek means being a role model inside unity among South Asian women, build community cultural Sorority dedicated to the development and outside of the classroom. It is setting the standard awareness, and gain a greater understanding of of strong female leaders. Since our founding high and working everyday to make the University of oneself and others. The sorority aspires to instill in October 1995, we have continued to serve as Florida and our Greek community better through scholar- leadership traits, excel in all academic endeavors, positive role models for members of our commu- ship, leadership and service. Being a Florida Greek MGC Sorority Profiles to encourage an active relationship between the nity, by upholding our seven pillars of leadership, means being part of a family in which everyone strives for sorority and its respective university and shall do so unity, diversity, strength, service, scholarship and excellence. The Florida Greek community has given me with the utmost compassion, dignity, and fortitude. sisterhood. lifelong friendships and experiences that I will cherish For more information please contact: Karina Khan For more information please contact: Evelyn for a lifetime. [email protected] Najera [email protected] Words of wisdom for someone who wants to be a Florida Greek? When deciding which Greek lettered organization is the best fit for you it is important to do your research on all councils and look for an organization where you feel at home — with over 60 chapters in our Greek community you are sure to find the best fit. The most important thing is to be yourself! Being Greek is a large responsibility but an experience like none other. Greek life will bring many new and exciting opportunities but with these opportun- ties much will be expected of you. To learn more information about the MGC please visit www.ufmgc.com
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Kappa Phi Lambda ( ) Lambda Theta Alpha ( ) Sigma Lambda Gamma ( ) Nickname: Kappas Nickname: LTA Nickname: Gammas MGC Sorority Profiles Chapter Name: Renowned Rho Chapter Chapter Name: Chi Chapter Chapter Name: Resilient Rho Alpha Chapter National website: www.kappaphilambda.org National website: lambdalady.org National website: www.sigmalambdagamma.com Chapter website: www.ufkpl.com Chapter website: http://grove.ufl.edu/~lta1975 Chapter website: http://grove.ufl.edu/~slg1990 Year Founded Nationally: 1995 Year Founded Nationally: 1975 Year Founded Nationally: 1990 Year Founded at UF: 2004 Year Founded at UF: 1996 Year Founded at UF: 1999 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Make a Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: FUTURO Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Difference Day, Building Dreams Foundation, and Federal TRIO Programs Children’s Miracle Network. Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. was established in 1975 at Kean University as the first Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority is the largest On March 9, 1995 seven extraordinary women Latin-based sorority in the nation. Since its found- historically Latina, Multicultural Sorority in the US came together to form the honorable Kappa Phi ing, the organization has grown to include over with chapters expanding from New York to Texas, Lambda Sorority at Binghamton University. To date 90 chapters nationwide and continues to grow, Florida to California. We are an academic, cultural, we have over 25 chapters with over 1000 sisters Lambda Theta Alpha is an academic-based sorority service and social organization dedicated to pro- and we are continuously growing. Kappa Phi Lamb- dedicated to scholarly excellence, empowerment moting our evolving and diverse cultures by sharing da is the first Pan-Asian Cultural Sorority to enter of all women, cultural and political awareness, and it with others through our five principles the University of Florida. We are Asian interest, not community activism. The sorority was established For more information please contact: Danielle Asian exclusive. With open minds, and open hearts as a support system for women of all ethnicities in Helena [email protected] through education and learning we emphasize higher education. Sisterhood, Service and Cultural Diversity. For more information please contact: Jocelyn Paiz For more information please contact: Helen Leung [email protected] [email protected]
Theta Nu Xi ( ) Nickname: Theta Women Chapter Name: Absolutely Astonishing Alpha Alpha National website: www.thetanuxi.org Chapter website: www.1225media.com/uftnx Year Founded Nationally: 1997 Year Founded at UF: 2005 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: National Conference for Community & Justice
Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Inc. was founded on April 11, 1997 at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. The sisters of Theta Nu Xi live by the tenets of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, Leadership and Multiculturalism. The Alpha Alpha Chapter was founded at the University of Florida on June 4, 2005. Theta Nu Xi is the first multicultural-based sorority at UF and is currently the fastest growing sorority in the nation. For more information please contact: Melissa Garcia [email protected]
18 The Guide to Florida Greeks MGC Fr a t e r n i t y Pr o f i l e s
Lambda Theta Phi ( ) Pi Delta Psi ( ) Sigma Beta Rho ( ) Nickname: Lambdas Nickname: PDPsi Nickname: Sig Rho Cobras Chapter Name: Phi Chapter – The Fortress of Phire Chapter Name: UF Associate Chapter Chapter Name: Sigma Beta Rho National website: www.lambda1975.org National website: www.pideltapsi.com National website: www.sigmabetarho.com Chapter website: http://grove.ufl.edu/~lambdatp/ Chapter website: www.ufpideltapsi.com Chapter website: www.sigmabetarho.com/uf Year Founded Nationally: 1975 Year Founded Nationally: 1994 Year Founded Nationally: 1996 Year Founded at UF: 1995 Year Founded at UF: 2004 Year Founded at UF: 2002 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: St Francis House Tutoring @ McGuire Village Youth Education
Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. was The UF Associate Chapter of Pi Delta Psi Fraternity, Sigma Beta Rho Fraternity, Inc. is a multicultural founded on December 1, 1975 at Kean College Inc. was chartered on November 13, 2004 by twen- fraternity founded on August 16, 1996 at the in Union, New Jersey. It was the first nationally ty men of various backgrounds. Having developed University of Pennsylvania. Over the past ten years MGC Fraternity Profiles recognized Latino fraternity in the country. Lambda the bond of brotherhood, these men dedicate their Sigma Beta Rho has grown tremendously across the Theta Phi is a non-profit service/social fraternity lives to the four pillars: academic achievement, nation, with over 30 chapters, associate chapters, emphasizing Latin unity and the celebration of the cultural awareness, righteousness, and friendship/ and colonies. As both a service and social frater- Latin culture. The fraternity’s goals are to promote loyalty. Moreover, they refuse to be categorized as nity, Sigma Beta Rho is pleased to have supported scholarship, Latin unity, respect for all cultures the stereotypical Fraternity. Rather, these men have the society among which the chapters are built, and brotherhood. By working in the community, engaged themselves with UF’s Asian American com- keep the brotherhood bond strong, and to keep the the fraternity hopes to enhance the image of Latin munity and UF’s campus as a whole. many diverse cultures alive. culture and provide positive role models in the For more information please contact: Perry Chung For more information please contact: Edwin James Latino community. [email protected] [email protected] For more information please contact: Vladimir Charles [email protected] Sigma Lambda Beta ( ) Nickname: Betas Chapter Name: Zeta Beta Chapter National website: www.sigmalambdabeta.com Chapter website: www.sigmalambdabeta.com/ze- tabeta Year Founded Nationally: 1986 Year Founded at UF: 1999 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: CPR Awareness Day
Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity Inc. is the largest Latino-based Multicultural Fraternity in the nation. We believe in the principles of fairness and opportunity as well as the equality of all men no matter what their race, culture, or ethnicity. Founded on April 4th, 1986 at the University of Iowa and based on cultural understanding and wisdom, we all strive to model our principles and present ourselves in a gentlemanly and educated fashion. For more information please contact: Ricardo Cortez [email protected]
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National Panhellenic Council What is the National Pan-Hellenic How do I join a NPHC organization? Meet the Divine Nine Council (NPHC)? NPHC organizations do not use a recruitment pro- Each Fall, NPHC hosts its annual Meet the Divine The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated cess similar to the one used by the Interfraternity Nine program which showcases each of the nine (NPHC) is composed of nine historically-Black Council or the Panhellenic Council. NPHC and MGC affiliate member fraternities and sororities on Greek Letter organizations that evolved at a time organizations participate in membership intake, campus. Students in attendance will have the when Blacks students were denied the essential the process of selecting, educating, and initiating opportunity to learn more about the UF NPHC, the rights and services afforded to others. Each of the new members at a time deemed by the specific process for joining the council, and the diverse nine NPHC organizations were designed to foster organization, not by NPHC. experiences of NPHC members. This unique brotherhood or sisterhood and serve as conduits event allows for personal interaction, information by which action plans could be formulated to Aspirants, or interested persons, should note that sharing, and exposure to Greek Life for interested influence social action and change in the Black individual organizations will hold informational students. Mark your calendar for September 3, community. meetings throughout the school year. These meet- 2008 at 7pm in HPNP. ings will be advertised throughout various locations on campus and will provide aspirants with the op- portunity to learn more about an organization, and perhaps get specific intake questions answered.
20 The Guide to Florida Greeks Alpha Kappa Alpha ( ) Delta Sigma Theta ( ) Nickname: AKAs Nickname: Deltas Chapter Name: Iota Lambda Chapter Name: Lambda Psi National website: www.aka1908.com National website: www.deltasigmatheta.org Chapter website: ilaka1975.com Chapter website: www.lambdapsi.com Year Founded Nationally: 1908 Year Founded Nationally: 1913 Year Founded at UF: 1975 Year Founded at UF: 1975 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Showers of Blessings After School Program, Ronald Financial Fortitude Workshops, Delta GEMS McDonald House, Pleasant Place Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is an organiza- Founded in 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority tion of college educated women committed to the became America’s first Greek-letter organization constructive development of its members and to established by Black college women. Today, Alpha public service, with a primary focus on the black Kappa Alpha thrives as a sisterhood of women who community. The Lambda Psi chapter imple- NPHC Sororities have consciously chosen the affiliation as a means ments service programs that are aligned with our of self-fulfillment through volunteer service in the national organization’s five programmatic thrust; areas of our Five Targets, which include Education, economic development, educational development, The Black Family, Health, Economics, and The international awareness and involvement, physical Arts. Alpha Kappa Alpha cultivates and encourages and mental health and political awareness and high scholastic and ethical standards and serves all involvement. mankind though a nucleus of more than 180,000 women all over the world.
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University of Florida 21 Sigma Gamma Rho ( ) Zeta Phi Beta ( ) Nickname: SGRho Nickname: Zetas Chapter Name: Lambda Rho Chapter Name: Mu Epsilon Meet the Divine Nine National website: www.sgrho1922.org National website: www.zphib1920.org Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~sgrho Chapter website: www.muepsilonzetas.com Learn more about joining Year Founded Nationally: 1922 Year Founded Nationally: 1920 the council on September 3, Year Founded at UF: 1990 Year Founded at UF: 1974 NPHC Sororities Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: 2008 at 7pm in HPNP Youth Symposium March of Dimes, Caring & Sharing Learning Center, Boys & Girls Club, Williston Road Beautification, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded by Stork_s Nest, Z-HOPE seven women at Butler University on November 12, 1922 whom had the desire to enlighten a nation. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded on the It is the only historically black, Greek sorority simple belief that sorority elitism and socializing Battle of the Greeks: founded at a predominantly white university. Each should not overshadow the real mission for pro- The UF NPHC Stepshow founder showed a tenacious spirit to overcome gressive organizations- to address societal mores, racism and sexism. To this day, the ladies of ills, prejudices, poverty and health concerns of the Saturday, November 15, 2008 Sigma still uphold the foundation and beliefs that day. Founded January 16, 1920, Zeta began as an this sorority was founded upon while aiming to idea conceived by five coeds at Howard University Curtis M. Phillips Center grow in the bonds of sisterhood, scholarship in Washington, DC. These five women, also known and leadership. as our Five Pearls, dared to depart from the tradi- for the Performing Arts tional coalitions for black women.
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22 The Guide to Florida Greeks Alpha Phi Alpha ( ) Iota Phi Theta ( ) Kappa Alpha Psi ( ) Nickname: The Alphas Nickname: Iotas Nickname: Nupes Chapter Name: Theta Sigma Chapter Name: Gamma Omicron Chapter Name: Zeta Phi National website: www.alphaphialpha.net National website: www.IotaPhiTheta.org National website: www.kappaalphapsi1911.com Chapter website: www.thetasigma1906.net Chapter website: www.GOCentaurs.com Chapter website: www.zetaphinupes.com Year Founded Nationally: 1906 Year Founded Nationally: 1963 Year Founded Nationally: 1911 Year Founded at UF: 1973 Year Founded at UF: 1998 Year Founded at UF: 1972 (First NPHC organization Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Refurbish UF founded at UF) Project Alpha, March of Dimes, Miss Black and Institute of Black Culture and Boys and Girls Club Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Gold Scholarship Pageant, Sleep Out for the Home- Guide-Right, St. Jude Children’s Research, Special less, Alpha Academy On September 19, 1963, at the Morgan State Col- Olympics, Kappa Alpha Psi Foundation lege, 12 students founded what is now the nation’s Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the first intercol- fifth largest predominately African-American social Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was founded Janu- legiate Greek letter fraternity established for black service fraternity; Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. ary 5, 1911 in Bloomington, Indiana on the cam- students was organized at Cornell University in The purpose of this organization is the develop- pus of Indiana University. As Kappa Alpha Psi moves NPHC Fraternities Ithaca, NY on December 4, 1906. The Theta Sigma ment and perpetuation of scholarship, leadership, closer towards 100 yrs. of existence, its ideals and Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity was founded citizenship, fidelity and brotherhood among men. purpose are still the same. With “Achievement on the University of Florida campus on August 9, The members of Gamma Omicron know that their in every field of human endeavor” as its motto, 1973. The fraternity has grown steadily in influence chapter will only be what they make of it and Kappa men continue to make contributions to their throughout the years. It has been integrated since continue to work hard at bettering themselves and community and to society. Today, Kappa Alpha Psi 1945 and has expanded tremendously; there are their community. They continue and will always has grown to over 362 undergraduate chapters and now approximately 800 chapters located through- continue, “Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon 334 cities of alumni chapters worldwide. out the World. One.”
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University of Florida 23 NPHC Fr a t e r n i t i e s Pr o f i l e s NPHC Profile Omega Psi Phi ( ) Phi Beta Sigma ( ) Name: Andre Stephenson Nickname: Omegas Nickname: Sigmas
NPHC Fraternities Classification: Senior Chapter Name: Omicron Zeta Chapter Name: Zeta Kappa Council Affiliation: NPHC National website: www.oppf.org National website: www.pbs1914.org Campus Involvement: NPHC Chapter website: www.ozques.com Chapter website: www.zksigmas.com Executive Vice-President, NPHC Year Founded Nationally: 1911 Year Founded Nationally: 1914 Secretary, Greek Advance Cluster Year Founded at UF: 1973 Year Founded at UF: 1974 Facilitator, IDEAL Peer Consultant, Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: ISOM Combined Degree Program, Meals on Wheels Blue and White Weekend, Light the Night, Haber- Greek Judicial Board Member & Chair chase Nursing Home, Caring and Sharing Learning What does being a Florida Greek mean to you? The Omicron Zeta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi was School Being a Florida Greek to me, means being part of a chartered on November 5, 1973 at the University community of leaders and giving yourself an opportunity of Florida. Since its inception Omicron Zeta has Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is an organization to grow. Being Greek is a challenge in itself and everyday been committed to upholding the ideals of Omega of college-educated males that devotes its time to you are forced to overcome some kind of adversity. You through campus and community involvement, uplifting the community. For 94 years our organiza- learn things about yourself that you didn’t know before remaining consistent with the noble intentions of tion has blossomed and grown to continue the and at the end of your tenure here at UF, you look back in our Fraternity Founders. ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service. amazement at all of the things you have accomplished. The World Famous Zeta Kappa Chapter has been Words of wisdom for someone who wants to be a blessed with the vision to execute our fraternity’s Florida Greek? motto: “Culture for Service, Service for Humanity”. Make sure you choose the organization that is the best fit for YOU and don’t forget the person you were before you became a part of the organization. Also, take every op- portunity you get to meet new people and take advantage of the opportunities that being Greek offers.
Visit the NPHC web site at www.ufnphc.com
24 The Guide to Florida Greeks What is Panhellenic? Visit the Panhellenic website at The Panhellenic Council serves as the governing body for sixteen National Panhellenic Conference www.ufpanhellenic.com to learn chapters on campus, creating a sisterhood of more more about recruitment, events than 2,500 women. Through educational, service, and social activities, the Panhellenic Council and contact information. strives to develop its members and the University of Florida student body. Panhellenic is continually progressing and bettering the organization and the women who define it.
Council Events
The Panhellenic Council strives for excellence in Panhellenic providing meaningful and fun programming that benefits its women and the community. Just a few of the many events include: • Panhellenic 5K benefiting Peaceful Paths Domestic Abuse Network and Women’s Build (A network of Habitat for Humanity) • Women’s Wellness educational programming • Keynote speakers on leadership and personal development • Junior Panhellenic service and social events exclusively for New Members • Greek blood drives and disaster relief fundraising • Appreciation banquets for local businesses, professors, and chapter house staff and directors
Pa n h e l l e n i c Co u n c i l
Our vision is to promote in women leadership, diversity, scholastic achievement, and service through relationships within and beyond the Panhellenic community.
University of Florida 25 Re c r u i t m e n t In f o r m a t i o n
Recruitment Potential New Member Orientation Formal Recruitment is the primary way the sixteen Panhellenic chapters To help you better understand the Recruitment process, there is a MANDA- acquire new members. During the four round Recruitment process in the fall, TORY orientation on Sunday, August 17th at 5pm in the Reitz Union Grand you will have an opportunity to learn about each of the chapters on campus. Ballroom. At this meeting, you will have a chance to hear more about the Recruitment You will meet current chapter members and learn what it means to be a Pan- Panhellenic Council, meet your Recruitment counselors, and ask any ques- hellenic woman in the Florida Greek community. tions you may have. No sorority women will be in attendance and casual dress is suggested. Please understand that this is a mutual selection process. After each round, you will preference a certain number of chapters and each sorority will Parent & Family Member Information Meeting preference a certain number of women. Participation in Recruitment does Parents of Potential New Members are encouraged to attend an informational not obligate you to join a sorority nor does it guarantee membership. To assist meeting directly following the Potential New Member Orientation. At this meet- you through the Recruitment process, disaffiliated Panhellenic women who are ing, you will receive information about the Recruitment process, the schedule trained to be Recruitment counselors will be available at all times. for the week, and a general overview of sorority life. This is a perfect time to ask any pertinent questions, as the Panhellenic Executive officers and various UF administrators will be present.
Visit the Panhellenic website at www. ufpanhellenic.com to register for Panhellenic Recruitment.
Registration is $85 and opens on May 1, 2008. Late registration: August 11, 2008
26 The Guide to Florida Greeks Recruitment Schedule
Sunday, August 17, 2008 Monday, August 18 - Friday, August 22, 2008 9am - Residence Halls Open Tuesday, August 19, 2008 Round 3 (video) - Potential New Members Round 1- Potential New Members visit visit up to seven of the sixteen chapters 5pm - Potential New Member each of the 16 chapters. Orientation (mandatory), Saturday, August 23, 2008
Reitz Union Grand Ballroom Preferentials - Potential New Members Wednesday, August 20 - visit up to three of the sixteen chapters
5:30pm - Parent & Family Member Thursday, August 21, 2008 Sunday, August 24, 2008 Recruitment Informational Meeting, Round 2 (philanthropy) - Potential New 5pm - BID DAY Reitz Union Grand Ballroom Members visit up to eleven of the Monday, August 25, 2008 sixteen chapters First Day of Classes
What To Wear
Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Preferentials
This is the most casual round This is the philanthropy round This is the sisterhood round This is the most formal of all when Potential New Members when chapters share their com- and is more formal than other rounds. This is a time during are invited to all sixteen chapter munity service and philanthropic rounds. During this round, which Potential New Members houses. This round requires a projects with Potential New Mem- chapters highlight their unique will see a part of the chapter’s good deal of walking so comfort- bers. Women are encouraged to qualities during videos that they ritual. Women are encouraged able shoes are recommended. wear skirts or capri pants with a have created. Sundresses or nice to wear cocktail or semi-formal Women may choose to wear simple shirt. skirts and tops are suggested. dresses. simple tank tops or shirts with paired with shorts, capri pants, or casual skirts.
University of Florida 27 Alpha Chi Omega ( ) Alpha Delta Pi ( ) Alpha Epsilon Phi ( ) Nickname: Alpha Chi Nickname: ADPi Nickname: AEPhi Chapter Name: Gamma Iota Chapter Name: Gamma Iota Chapter Name: Alpha Tau National website: www.alphachiomega.org National website: www.alphadeltapi.org National website: www.aephi.org Chapter website: ufalphachi.com Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~adpi Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~aephi Year Founded Nationally: 1885 Year Founded Nationally: 1851 Year Founded Nationally: 1909 Year Founded at UF: 1949 Year Founded at UF: 1948 Year Founded at UF: 1948 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: PC Profiles Peaceful Paths, Alpha Chi Omega Foundation, The Lion Share Challenge featuring Rock the Mic ben- AEPhi After Dark benefiting the Elizabeth Glaser Great Escape efiting the Ronald McDonald House Pediatric AIDS Foundation, Phi Hoops benefiting Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation and Alpha Chi Omega was founded at DePauw University Founded at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia, Chaim Sheba Medical Center in Tel-Hashomer, in Greencastle, Indiana. It was originally founded as Alpha Delta Pi holds the distinction of being the Israel a musical sorority and although we have expanded first secret society in the world for college women. our membership beyond music students, we still As the model of today’s sorority system, it is only fit- Alpha Epsilon Phi was founded by seven Jewish hold a deep appreciation for the fine arts and ting that our founding took place at the first college women at Barnard College in New York on October recognize our original founding with our national in the world chartered to grant degrees to women. 24, 1909. These women had a dream of form- symbol of the lyre. Our sisterhood is based on The qualifications for membership have remained ing a sorority where exceptional women of all the values of friendship, leadership, learning, and unchanged through the years: scholarship, high backgrounds, religions interests and varying beliefs service. principles, strong traditions and true friendships. would be welcomed with open arms. This sorority would endeavor to foster lifelong friendships and Please send letters of recommendation to: Please send letters of recommendation to: sisterhood, academics, social involvement and Alpha Chi Omega Allison Johnson community service, all the while providing a home Attn: Recruitment Chair ATTN: ADPi Recruitment away from home for it’s members 820 W. Panhellenic Drive 831 W. Panhellenic Drive Gainesville, FL 32601 Gainesville, FL 32601 Please send letters of recommendation to: Sari Joseph 2800 SW Williston Rd Apt. 1522 Gainesville, FL 32608
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28 The Guide to Florida Greeks Alpha Omicron Pi ( ) Chi Omega ( ) Delta Delta Delta ( ) Nickname: AOPi Nickname: Chi O Nickname: Tri Delta Chapter Name: Gamma Omicron Chapter Name: Eta Delta Chapter Name: Alpha Psi National website: www.alphaomicronpi.org National website: www.chiomega.com National website: www.tridelta.org Chapter website: www.ufaopi.com Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~chiomega Chapter website: www.uftridelta.com Year Founded Nationally: 1897 Year Founded Nationally: 1895 Year Founded Nationally: 1888 Year Founded at UF: 1948 Year Founded at UF: 1948 Year Founded at UF: 1948 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: St Jude Arthritis Research and American Juvenile Arthritis Chi Omega Sandblast Volleyball Tournament ben- Children’s Research Hospital Foundation efiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation Built upon the motto “Let us steadfastly love one The Gamma Omicron chapter of Alpha Omicron Chi Omega is the largest women’s fraternal organi- another”, Tri-Delta has been building life-long
Pi was one of the first five sororities to be founded zation is the world with 300,000 initiates and 171 friendship at the University of Florida for the past PC Profiles at the University of Florida in 1948. AOPi has collegiate chapters. To its members, however, Chi fifty-eight years, while fostering an environment 178 chartered collegiate chapters and over 300 Omega is more than an organization; providing where its members can grow socially and intel- chartered alumnae chapters throughout United them with unique opportunities in leadership, in lectually. The pride we all share in our sisterhood, States and Canada. Our mission as an international scholarship, and in life-long friendship. Chi Omega scholarly achievements, leadership, and the service women’s fraternity is to “promote friendship for a strives to prepare young women to achieve their we provide have helped us to become, together, lifetime, inspire academic excellence and lifelong highest possible aspirations. the best we can be, while retaining our unique and learning, and develop leadership skills through individual characteristics. service to the fraternity and community.” Please send letters of recommendation to: Sarah Davis Please send letters of recommendation to: Please send letters of recommendation to: 610 NW 36th St Lauren McTaggart Julie Taube, House Director Gainesville, FL 32607 1134 East Panhellenic Drive 819 W. Panhellenic Drive Gainesville, FL 32601 Gainesville, FL 32601
University of Florida 29 Pa n h e l l e n i c Pr o f i l e Name: Kristen E. Lunny Delta Gamma ( ) Delta Phi Epsilon ( ) Nickname: DphiE Classification: Senior, Political Nickname: Dee-Gee Chapter Name: Delta Kappa Science and History (4LS) Chapter Name: Gamma Theta National website: www.dphie.org Council Affiliation: Panhellenic National website: deltagamma.org Chapter website: www.ufpanhellenic.com/sororities/ Council, Director of Service Division Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~deltagee dphie.htm Campus Involvement: Panhellenic Year Founded Nationally: 1873 Year Founded at UF: 1949 Year Founded Nationally: 1917
PC Profiles Director of Service Division, Editor- Year Founded at UF: 1969 in-Chief University of Florida Inter- Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: national Review, GatorWalk 2007 Director of Hospitality Anchor Splash benefiting the Delta Gamma Founda- Deepher Dude benefiting Cystic Fibrosis What does being a Florida Greek mean to you? tion, Gainesville Lions Club, Mind Sight, Dance Being a part of the Florida Greek community has opened Marathon, Champs, Greek Blood Drive Delta Phi Epsilon develops a social consciousness up such a wealth of opportunity. Florida Greeks promote and a commitment to think and act for the greater a spirit of involvement, togetherness, and community Delta Gamma’s primary purpose is to create an good. We assure continuous development and outreach, which has enriched my college experience environment for its members in which lasting achievement for women by embracing our founding ten-fold. friendships are established. Our lifelong member- principles of Justice Sisterhood, and Love. We strive Words of wisdom for someone who wants to be a ship provides women with opportunities to grow to set the standard for sisterhood in an ever- Florida Greek? intellectually and socially. Each school year we changing world. Just making the decision to “Go Greek” has already renew our commitment toward sisterhood through changed you for the better. Enjoy the friendships you will academic achievement, leadership opportunities Please send letters of recommendation to: make and treasure the memories you are about to create on and off campus, intramural sports, service to Dana Waschitz with the unforgettable men and women of the Florida others, participation in philanthropies and a well- 115 SW 9th Avenue Greek community. rounded social life. Delta Gamma continues to provide memories and friendships that last Gainesville, FL 32601 a lifetime
Please send letters of recommendation to: Shelley Garris 808 W Panhellenic Drive Gainesville, FL 32601
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30 The Guide to Florida Greeks Delta Zeta ( ) Kappa Alpha Theta ( ) Nickname: DZ Nickname: Theta Chapter Name: Pi Alpha Chapter Name: Delta Theta National website: deltazeta.org National website: www.kappaalphatheta.org Chapter website: www.esasson.com/DeltaZeta Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~thetauf Year Founded Nationally: 1902 Year Founded Nationally: 1870 Year Founded at UF: 2002 Year Founded at UF: 1960 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Delta Zeta Clay Classic, a Skeet and Trap Shooting Ultimate Dodgeball benefiting Court Appointed Competition, benefiting the speech and hearing Special Advocates (CASA) impaired; specifically the House Ear Institute and The Painted Turtle Camp Yesterday, today and tomorrow, Kappa Alpha Theta
exists to nurture each member throughout her PC Profiles Delta Zeta continues to snag the campus spotlight college and alumnae experience and to offer a in areas of philanthropy, pageantry, athletics and lifelong opportunity for social, intellectual and scholastics. The Pi Alpha chapter added members moral growth as she meets the higher and broader in Cicerones and Student Senate and ranked first demands of mature life. Kappa Alpha Theta is the in GPAs for Delta Zetas in the region. On the indi- first Greek Letter Fraternity known among women. vidual level, the sisterhood currently showcases the It was established on January 27, 1870 at Indiana former national champion in rhythmic gymnastics, Asbury (now DePauw University). Today, Kappa Al- leadership in the UF Dazzlers and Cheerleading pha Theta has 125 chapters and 170,000 initiates. squad, and the 2007 Miss University of Florida. Please send letters of recommendation to: Please send letters of recommendation to: Kappa Alpha Theta Taylor McGrath c/o Rachel Bell 903 SW 13th Street 715 SW 10th Street Gainesville, FL 32601 Gainesville, FL 32601
University of Florida 31 Kappa Delta ( ) Kappa Kappa Gamma ( ) Phi Mu ( ) Nickname: KD Nickname: Kappa Nickname: Phi Mu Chapter Name: Beta Pi Chapter Name: Epsilon Phi Chapter Name: Alpha Nu National website: www.kappadelta.org National website: www.kkg.org National website: www.phimu.org Chapter website: www.ufkappadelta.com Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~kkg Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~alphanu Year Founded Nationally: 1897 Year Founded Nationally: 1870 Year Founded Nationally: 1852 Year Founded at UF: 1948 Year Founded at UF: 1978 Year Founded at UF: 1949 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: PC Profiles Prevent Child Abuse America, Girl Scouts of Too Hot to Handle benefiting Reading is Homerun Derby and Spaghetti Dinner benefiting the USA, Children’s Hospital of Richmond, VA, Fundamental Children’s Miracle Network American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Lake Forest Elementary School of Gainesville, hearing- Founded in 1870, Kappa is one of the oldest wom- Founded in 1852, Phi Mu is a women’s organi- impaired wing en’ s fraternities. Kappa has a total membership zation which provides personal and academic of more than 200,000 women, with 134 collegiate development, service to others, commitment to ex- Kappa Delta’s open motto is “Ta Kala Diokomen” chapters in the United States and Canada and cellence, and lifelong friendship through a shared meaning “Let us strive for that which is honorable, more than 300 alumnae associations worldwide. tradition. Beginning in college and throughout beautiful and highest”. Kappa Delta teaches the Kappa promotes a broad college experience our members’ lives, Phi Mu provides the support values of altruism, belief inhuman dignity and con- through its friendships and is proud of its pro- network and resources necessary to empower cern for fellow human beings, principles adopted grams rooted in a tradition of high standards and women to imagine, believe, and achieve their goals. by the sorority’s founders in 1897. There are over leadership, and is proud of its countless members We have a long history of social service and giving 190,000 initiates and 206 chapters nationwide. whose accomplishments have provided a better back to others while providing social opportunities Our chapter at the University of Florida is proudly life for others. Kappa Kappa Gamma at its core is and personal development to our members. among the top ten percent of Kappa Delta Chapters friendship, leadership and scholarship... an op- in the nation. portunity and experience for a lifetime. Please send letters of recommendation to: Recruitment Director Please send letters of recommendation to: Please send letters of recommendation to: 1152 E Panhellenic Drive Kappa Delta Kappa Kappa Gamma Gainesville, FL 32601 Attn: Recruitment Chair Attn: Sarah Brundage 1122 East Panhellenic Drive 401 SW 13th Street Gainesville, FL 32601 Gainesville, FL 32601
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32 The Guide to Florida Greeks Pi Beta Phi ( ) Sigma Kappa ( ) Zeta Tau Alpha ( ) Nickname: Pi Phi Nickname: Sig Kap Nickname: Zeta Chapter Name: Florida Delta Chapter Name: Beta Tau Chapter Name: Gamma Iota National website: ww.pibetaphi.org National website: www.sigmakappa.org National website: www.zetataualpha.org Chapter website: www.ufpibetaphi.com Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~sigkap/main.html Chapter website: grove.ufl.edu/~zeta Year Founded Nationally: 1867 Year Founded Nationally: 1874 Year Founded Nationally: 1898 Year Founded at UF: 1969 Year Founded at UF: 1949 Year Founded at UF: 1949 Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Service Project(s) and Philanthropy: Dr. Suess’ Read Across America, Down ‘n Dirty Sigma Shootout Billiards Tournament benefitting Zeta Linedance benefiting Breast Cancer Education Football Tournament Alzheimer’s Disease research, Adopt-A-Road in and Awareness honor of Inherit The Earth, and various projects Pi Beta Phi’s women enjoy much more than just benefiting and promoting gerontology. In 1898, Zeta Tau Alpha was founded by nine
being a Gator and living on Fraternity Row. They women who wanted to intensify friendships in PC Profiles are actively involved throughout our university and Sigma Kappa is a social women’s organization accordance with high levels and to perform such the Gainesville community, with many elite organi- with a worldwide sisterhood of 140,000 strong. deeds as would conduce to the building up of a zations having Pi Phi representatives. Service is a Together, Sigma Kappa women work toward build- purer and nobler womanhood. Brought to the principal value of the Pi Beta Phi sisterhood, with ing a life-long friendship, enhancing their social, University of Florida in 1949, Zetas still stand with active involvement in every fraternity and sorority intellectual and spiritual character and working to their open motto “seek the noblest” and are a philanthropy on campus. Their philanthropy, Down better the community around them. With chapters sisterhood constantly bound together in leadership, N Dirty a flag football tournament benefiting Links in 40 states, the vision of Sigma Kappa is to be a scholarship, service and love, “the greatest of all to Literacy, had participation from every fraternity premiere Sorority, forever achieving excellence things”. on campus and raised over $17,000 this year. in our chapters and among our members while influencing the lives of others. Please send letters of recommendation to: Please send letters of recommendation to: Jill Williams Kaylee Neilson Please send letters of recommendation to: 8979 SW 44th Lane 37 W. Fraternity Drive Attn: Recruitment Chair Gainesville, FL 32608 Gainesville, FL 32603 1108 E. Panhellenic Drive Gainesville, FL 32601
University of Florida 33 Housing & Financial
Housing How much does it cost to live in Can I live in the chapter house as For many members of the Florida Greek commu- the house? a freshman? nity, living in their chapter house has proven to be For most chapters the fees for living in the chapter Most chapter living facilities house only active a convenient and economical way to enhance their house are comparable to or in many cases less- members (usually sophomores and juniors). Greek experience. Currently, 36 of the 61 chapters than living in a residence hall or apartment and Almost all New Members and freshmen live in at UF have chapter houses. Each house is managed having an on-campus meal plan. Room and board, their respective residence halls or off-campus on a day-to-day basis by a full-time House Direc- meals, dues, and event costs are included in one apartments or houses, because most chapters fill tor, and is overseen by a local or national house lump sum therefore making it cheaper than other their houses during the previous spring semester. corporation board, a group of alumni that oversee living situations. Members who live “out of house” usually frequent the house director, chapter finances, and advises the chapter house during the day and eat lunch and the upkeep and remodeling of the facilities. Many dinner at the house. chapter houses provide you with study areas, TV rooms, computer labs, 10-15 meals per week, and on-site parking. Ho u s i n g a n d Fi n a n c i a l In f o r m a t i o n Financial Information It seems like a lot to be Greek! Where Interfraternity Council (IFC): What are the costs associated with joining a frater- exactly is my money going? • new member and/or the initiation fee nity or sorority? [in shadow box] It varies from chapter to chapter, however the most (one-time expense) The cost of membership varies from chapter to common places your money goes: • chapter dues chapter. In general, the first semester of member- • National fees and obligations • national fees ship is the most expensive because of one time • Membership Recruitment • social fees New Member/Membership Intake fees. Several • Service projects • risk management insurance • room and board fees (for members chapters at UF offer payment plans and scholar- • Sisterhood/Brotherhood activities who live in the house) ships for members who need financial assistance. • Special events (Homecoming, Family Weekend, Multicultural Greek Council (MGC): Each individual has different financial obligations National Conventions) • Expenses paid upon initiation may include: associated with membership and Potential New • the new member/initiation fee Members are encouraged to ask questions about Additional costs throughout the semester will go to • national, regional and local dues any other fees outside of dues that you will be meal plans, pictures, gifts, social events, T-shirts, etc. • Yearly expenses may include: expected to pay once initiated. • national, regional, local dues • risk management insurance 34 The Guide to Florida Greeks FAQs
When can I join a fraternity meal plan for missed meals and extra food. For How can I find out what or sorority? most students we recommend declining balance. organizations are in trouble or * Interfraternity Council: first full week of the Fall For more information on UF meal plans please visit have good grades? or beginning of the Spring semester www.gatordining.com. Information (grades, conduct, etc.) on each of * Multicultural Greek Council: varies by chapter our chapters is available at the www.greeks.ufl. * National Pan-Hellenic Council: varies by chapter How much time does being in a edu website. Once on the website, click on the Re- * Panhellenic Council: Formal recruitment - Fall sorority or fraternity take up? sources tab and then scroll to the Chapter Profiles semester, the week before classes start; informal Being a member of a sorority or fraternity is a section at the bottom of the page. recruitment - beginning of Spring semester (not all significant time commitment. For most people, the FAQS chapters participate) time requirement would be equivalent to taking What is the University’s stance another 3-credit class (3 hours/wk). on hazing? For the most up-to-date information, all interested UF seeks to promote a safe environment in which men and women are encouraged to visit the Sorority How are sororities and fraternities students may participate without compromising & Fraternity Affairs website at: www.greeks.ufl.edu held accountable? their health, safety or welfare. For more informa- While self-governing organizations, each of our in- tion, please see the inside front cover. Do I need to purchase a meal plan if I dividual chapters are held accountable by multiple join a sorority or fraternity with entities. Chapters are responsible for meeting the a house? standards that are set forth by their inter/national It depends. Housed chapters have their own meal organization, their governing council, as well as the plan programs and provide 10-15 meals a week. University of Florida through Sorority & Fraternity Because snacks and weekend meals are usually Affairs. In addition, each chapter is required to not included, many members of the Florida Greek maintain an internal judicial system that is designed community find it convenient to purchase a campus to hold members accountable for their actions.
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC): • Expenses paid upon initiation may include: Average IFC New Member Fee: $977 • the new member/initiation fee • national, regional and local dues Average Panhellenic New Member Fee: $366 • Yearly expenses may include: Please note that overall totals vary greatly • national, regional, local dues • risk management insurance Panhellenic Council (PC): • new member and/or the initiation fee Average room and board for an IFC Fraternity: $1655 (one-time expense) Average room and board for a Panhellenic Sorority: $2481 • chapter dues • national fees Average room and board for first-year student living • social fees in the residence hall: (Housing: $1858, Dining: $1447) $3305 • risk management insurance Please note that the costs vary from chapter to chapter • room and board fees (for members who live in the house) University of Florida 35 MAP Map
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