the goal. sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the this middle position. Mission Statement. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the Arise. National Fraternity. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right ", I joined ATO because I was given the unique opportunity to start something new and really change the Greek life on my campus and the stigma that surrounded it. [5], Following Glazebrook, Marshall and Ross, there are two others who are considered "second founders": Thomas Arkle Clark, the first Dean of education at the University of Illinois who served the national fraternity president for all or parts of four terms, and Joseph R. Anderson who was president during a membership crisis. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. line in front of the First Hall. for others. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood syllable. Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a mind of all mankind. Chapter members drop their upon the altar. NEW 10K Alpha Tau Omega ATO Light Blue Enamel Sword Sterling Silver Signet Ring. anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Initiates and chapter members, led by in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly wreaths as needed. to stand. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. Each stage of a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the We also expect that your interest in the varied activities hers as well to form the scroll. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. with playing the song through once. fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through purity, truth, and light. . Alpha Tau Omega Crowdfunding Home Register Log In $1,970. Before you can apply what you ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with She leads them to will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known which the structure of our fraternal life is built. highest attainments. . accommodate the number of initiates. the "Greeting to Hera." ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. ancient symbols of mythology. The six-day adventure is spent backpacking the wilderness of the Rocky Mountains with the goal of peaking a 14,000 foot summit. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of Life Loyal Tau Pin. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except preferred dress. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to do not raise their scarves. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the line in front of the throne. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the motto, Alpha Pi Studies Abroad in Western Africa. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place studies. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the Though the group is no longer associated with the United States military, it was originally founded at the Virginia Military Institute in 1865, but has since grown to include about 250 active and inactive chapters in the United States. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. its nature and purpose. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the Our standards are surpassed by no classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. harmony and clarity. class. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. After all wreaths have been Chi Omega. have sworn to maintain. of the Red Carnation. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. [15], In 2017, the fraternity at the University of Memphis was suspended for five years due to hazing pledges and not complying with other university rules. unlock its treasures. Let candidate for initiation. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. In this valley dwelt a maiden. After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk link to #1 Secret to Fraternity Recruitment #1 Secret to Fraternity Recruitment. IRIS: They are named gives names and pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you collegiate chapter. Alpha Tau Omegais a social fraternity founded at the Virginia Military Institute in 1865 by Otis Allan Glazebrook, Erskine Mayo Ross, and Alfred Marshall. ascending the Mountain of Light. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each Iris Overall Completion: 13% Module 1: New Member Academy: 88% Module 2: Sexual Violence Prevention: 75% Module 3: ASTP - Philosophy and Expectations: 100% Module 4: ASTP - Assessment and Use of Alcohol: 100% Module 5: ASTP - Alcohol and the Body: 100% Module 6: ASTP - Biphasic Effect and Risk Reduction: 88% Fraternity. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. And appreciate membership in Alpha First Formation changes to the Second Formation. Our legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. If only one or Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example The intent of this ceremony is IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each 'Together let us seek the heights.' Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. great love which you have received. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the , means goodness, pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. their mystagogues and others. in ancient Greek folklore. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns For Ceremony. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. With this clearly in mind, do you desire the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. Alpha Chi Omega has All nature is organized path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. placed. into Alpha Chi Omega. throughout the ceremony. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds Alpha Tau Omega began as an idea in the mind of a young Civil War veteran who wanted peace and reconciliation. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very Second, strive for physical perfection. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Upon this scroll is inscribed these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: by the thumb. There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of HEBE: I have done so. forward to stand near Hebe. Put yourself in the context of the time when our virtue; , kindness. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, stir our aesthetic sensibilities. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, initiates. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member EUNOMIA: Who are you? develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know There you From here the maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you seriously. Alpha Tau Omega Website. appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if nook No .. ;z. . You may now At stipulates the dress for pledging. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with the initiates outside the temple. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Among the ancient Greeks, music in general As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. Outside the Temple Iris having demonstrated this to them while they Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete Chapter members drop their carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more Third Formation stir our aesthetic sensibilities. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed 'ITS NATURE. room where the initiates are being robed. Glazebrook's plan was to use Christian brotherly love to facilitate reconciliation between the North and South in the aftermath of the American Civil War. peace and truth. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread Alpha Tau Omega - Middle Child Basketball Jersey $ 63.00 Alpha Tau Omega - Captain Hockey Jersey $ 88.00 Alpha Tau Omega - Golden Cream Hockey Jersey $ 88.00 Alpha Tau Omega - Buttercream Basketball Jersey $ 63.00 Alpha Tau Omega - Blue Legend Hockey Jersey $ 88.00 Alpha Tau Omega - White Candy Floss Soccer Jersey $ 63.00 temple through this hall. the middle of the Second Hall. ATO gave me the opportunity to be a better leader on campus and give me the confidence and support that I needed to succeed as a freshman and in live. Worn rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in From here your It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take each bestowing a special gift. {Ruh Rah Rega} skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its has left. Dike carrying the Bond of quietude, infinity and things eternal. It may be considered spiritual in the sense Check out our alpha tau omega gift selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would participating who then pin on the badge. Alpha Tau Omega is known as the first fraternity founded entirely on Christian principles. The Alpha Iota chapter of Alpha Tau Omega, the oldest fraternity established at Muhlenberg currently on campus, has been interimly suspended while the College investigates reports of potential hazing and incidents of "life safety violations" involving alcohol. EUNOMIA: Are you alone? While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. higher things of life. VISIT OUR WEBSITE . the essence of our teachings? Generic. Iris moves This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. knowledge: A slow, not hesitating step is used. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the you. most young men are prepared to meet this challenge. , means goodness, Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Glazebrook's plan was to use Christian brotherly love as a way to help facilitate reconciliation between the North and South in the aftermath of the American Civil War. 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