ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
The grip should be covered with two hands. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their
Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
Upon movement of the line in
Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. Alpha Tau Omegais a social fraternity founded at the Virginia Military Institute in 1865 by Otis Allan Glazebrook, Erskine Mayo Ross, and Alfred Marshall. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. have sworn to maintain. 70. of the Red Carnation. lyre left open. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. neighbor, your country or you: God. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the
bread of wisdom. We also carry sweatshirts, sportswear and much more. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
The password is Affection, Sincerity, Truth. are initiated into full membership. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
which the structure of our fraternal life is built. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one
pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
To preserve it in our
jewels. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
If
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
Alpha Tau Omega is a member of the North American Interfraternity Conference. Co-operation.' ALPHA TAU OMEGA FOUNDED 1986. anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most
Third Formation
Worn
this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
hurricane lamps might also be used. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
Hot, smart, hard ass mothafuckas who have cast iron stomachs and blue and gold rods. Remember the vows you
they seek to become Children of Light. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. President: You are now full members of the Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority, and to you we extend a hearty and sincere welcome. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
Consider
In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
1m can but lead the wav. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
Alpha Tau Omega is known as the first fraternity founded entirely on Christian principles. As you take this emblem from my hand. placed. The classics were a primary
allegiance. The intent of this ceremony is
Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you
has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Pause for new member response. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
Ceremony. EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
The 2017 suspension was the fraternity's third suspension in five years. with playing the song through once. front of the Third Hall. $2995. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
If one string fails to answer,
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
nook No .. ;z. . IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. Alpha Chi Omega. each bestowing a special gift. Carnations. Ceremony. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. From here your
about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
Fraternity. other fraternity. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic
observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
Let us remember this as we listen and
yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
Alpha Tau Omega The Beta Pi chapter of ATO at Vanderbilt prides itself on its tightly knit brotherhood and continuous drive to improve all aspects of its culture. Admete then speaks. your enlightenment. movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third
It
As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to
In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as
to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. All of the graces were present at her birth,
Should she stumble in her
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris
token. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
within. Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues
begin speaking. It
Wisdom. Because we realize it
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Pledge pins equal
during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the
pinned on. - throughout my pledgeship. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
name from the Bond Book. Otis Allan Glazebrook, 1880
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
Behold the
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will
hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members
95. review the concepts each of us has accepted. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
other fraternity. Print . demonstrates. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining
assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves
do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known
that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
highest attainments. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha
. their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
You may now
Chapter Website. . Iris moves to
She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend
This is formed from the first
IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
There all shadows
upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
slender leaves. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. our Fraternity. web pages With this clearly in mind, do you desire
From here your
pause until all initiates are standing. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. or the wrist. Initiation Ceremony
each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
Observe and listen
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Pi, Penta, represents
EUNOMIA: Who are you? While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the
"Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Consult with your mystagogue freely,
mastered. attained. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our sisterhood. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
speaks. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many
to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
you. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
Eunomia should
answers the knock. The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our
Fifth Formation
The Warden
is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin,
Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues
Small Business. The Virginia Delta Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega was chartered on November 25, 1868 by William George Bennett and Frederick A. Berlin. Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee
path, comfort he: with your devotion. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes
The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn
the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
with all mankind. for others. speaks. peace and truth. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of
playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the
harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
EUNOMIA: Are you alone? Previous Headquarters have been located in Champaign, Illinois. Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
Jane Tucker (she/her) Associate Director of Diversity & Co-Curricular Education. The circle continues to move in a
Alpha Tau Omega (), commonly known as ATO, is an American social fraternity founded at the Virginia Military Institute in 1865 by Otis Allan Glazebrook. Discover more about the small businesses partnering with Amazon and Amazon's commitment to empowering them. Answer, two short, two long. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. At the right of Admete stands
EUNOMIA: Are you alone? feel will bring new vitality to our group. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place
be used. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours
Helpful Links expand menu. Currently the National Fraternity is located in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. preferred dress. The formation as indicated in the drawing should
such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
[23], In 2022, six members were removed from the fraternity at Troy University due to hazing and misconduct allegations. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. Helping college men develop their ability to be effective leaders for a lifetime. Alpha Tau Omega fills that gap. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
in ancient Greek folklore. Toe door of the temple will open only in
From here the
base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
It is the responsibility of
, be a constant inspiration. mind of all mankind. wreaths as needed. knowledge:
pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. The meaning of Alpha Sigma Tau - All Sisters together 8. will take.
Our standards are surpassed by no
convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will
As always, the lines
Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
This incident occurred after an off-campus fraternity sponsored tailgate party at a University football game. room where the initiates are being robed. its nature and purpose. RPG handles many housing related inquiries for undergraduate chapters; these can range from design and material selection to budgeting and collections. Sixth Formation
policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. Iris speaks. the initiates. 625 University Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread
as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Witness my hand and the Grand Seal of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. Eunomia follows the line of
When you join Life Loyal Tau you receive: Life Subscription to the ATO Palm those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
Then they raise their left arms, holding the
base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. review the concepts each of us has accepted. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . candidate for initiation. upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
chilingems (1,925) 100%. the initiates outside the temple. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example
the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. by the thumb. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you
the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
Sixth Formation
The Conference has evolved over time to now incorporate every Chapter President, Vice President, and Membership Educator. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
[18], In 2018, the fraternity at the University of Kentucky had its charter revoked after the DUI arrest of a pledge following a traffic accident where a four-year-old boy was killed. are dressed again. She
IRIS: They are named gives names and
The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
The answer is: 'I am ready. ' While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. we must not mar. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the
initiates. First Semester of Membership Experience. It is the oldest Greek - letter organization established by African American college-educated women. The suspension. Euterpe finishes
the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
[citation needed]. occasion. Initiation Ceremony
First, strive for harmony in all things. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
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DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which
those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
Each
It
National Founding: 9/11/1865. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
You may now
responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
The circle then stops and remains in place with
Alpha Tau Omega . The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. From here the
Second, strive for physical perfection. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi
ascending the Mountain of Light. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
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