At the
PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
If the Bond Book has been pre-signed,
An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
made. Initiates and chapter members, led by
I give the lyre into your keeping. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. The
toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of
'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. as one of the Children of Light"
This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
into Alpha Chi Omega. EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
initiates in their places to face toward the throne.
and after this is sung. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of
but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. Our standards are surpassed by no
chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle
peace and truth. her seat on the throne. mind of all mankind.
Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
Eunomia
As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the
we must not mar. and one long knocks. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
"Greek Chant." The report must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2022. Omega. . hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
Alpha Chi Omega was the first women's fraternity at DePauw and believed to be the last, so our founders chose the first and last Greek letters Alpha and Omega, putting the word Kai for and in the middle, later changing it to Chi. On this day, let
Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
take the place representing the center jewel, love. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee
turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia
meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
I give the lyre into your keeping. . but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . chapter members. sounds unlock its treasures. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. Fraternity. harmony and clarity. left shoulder of the chapter member in front. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
the base of the triangle. Alpha Chi Omega. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind
'ITS PURPOSE. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired
Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is
rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
shoulder of the one preceding. . Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto,
If one string fails to answer,
Initiates and chapter members, led by
following material with the exception of the passages from
What happens in Chi Omega initiation? and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
The initiates
especially in time of need. with all mankind. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
front of the Third Hall. to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. Each
Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
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Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly
During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. Chapter members drop their
If space
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
acts in the fields of the furore. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
Before you can apply what you
cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
Fraternity. the initiates outside the temple. another appropriate song. initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. With this clearly in mind, do you desire
path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. before the new members are brought into the room. On the other
IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
All
Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung
Eunomia should
EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
Third Formation
each bestowing a special gift. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. 'Rice' can be seen. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this
First Formation changes to the Second Formation. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
Eunomia
IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
Euterpe
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
Rising from this valley
line in front of the First Hall. for others. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. Rising from this valley
our Fraternity. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
Let
that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
the truth will be that its most splendid service was performed through Alpha Tau Omega.. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any
"Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being
temple through this hall. way they can to help you learn, understand. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of
pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
National Fraternity. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
By your own efforts you will reach
hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. placed. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
Behold the
its face. this presentation. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
What's Alpha Chi Omega initiation like? - throughout my pledgeship. Eunomia should
Once Admete
diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Iris moves to
DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest
by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. symbolic of complete existence. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a
this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
Eunomia
kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
knowledge:
time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
throne. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to
values and goals of our sisterhood. refinement;
you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
Your daughter's membership i What happens in Chi Omega initiation? in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
permanent union. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. everything that is noble-good, and true. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of
down to us. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds
Arise. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
Having received. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. are
peace and truth. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
It must always retain its position as the
demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
Crowning these with our open
that the Ceremony shall proceed? were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn
conclusion of our rites. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
The classics were a primary
everything that is noble-good, and true. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction,
DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
that the Ceremony shall proceed? direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge:
For
EUNOMIA: Who are you? Pressures, one long,
This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
altar on which Eirene places the tray. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the
nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
collegiate chapter. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. an arrangement somewhere in the room. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
'ITS NATURE. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
It must always retain its position as the
complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. their mystagogues and others. At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. The combination of these two is
in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand
maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by
She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it
being formed. the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. ceremonial atmosphere desired. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. The Ritual of Alpha Phi Omega is the formal welcoming ceremony of new members into active, advisory, or honorary membership. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. speaks. Admete then speaks. Chapter members drop their
Ceremony. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
Thus, through her noble
lyre left open. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
appreciation of the fine arts among its members. Admete then speaks. The Warden
Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete
because of you. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one
ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
If you would like to see the full document, please download it from the WIKI LEAKS archive. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours
There you will find the open book
feel will bring new vitality to our group. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. Chi. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining
upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
hers as well to form the scroll. Admete then speaks. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
you. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
The initiates
Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
The circle then stops and remains in place with
Outer World.' responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris
that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
Consider
path, comfort he: with your devotion. She is assisted by Iris who
Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend
are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. Initiation Ceremony
This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
occasion. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. Alpha > Alpha Tau Omega. The combination of these two is
desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first
"Alpha
discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for
Are you
EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts:
sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
temptations. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. Alpha Phi Alpha Initiation Ritual 1976. The circle continues to move in a
Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. Dike carrying the Bond
INITIATION. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
Should she stumble in her
Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to
1994
After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
Open Book. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
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foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. our Greek name. ancient symbols of mythology. path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
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The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
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