Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and Pi, Penta, represents to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed Hebe and Hestia Heights. When Persephone returned to the underworld, Demeter retreated to her cave, and winter came. college regulations. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she refinement; carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. has left. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you EUNOMIA: Who are you? bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. this presentation. At the "The Song of the Third Golden Key." with humility. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the One of those designs, done by Founder Ina May Boles, was adopted the head of the Patron Goddess, Demeter, in the center, the name of the Fraternity encircling it, and the date of the Founding below. Book just before the Ceremony begins. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the according to the laws of harmony. Eunomia Inside the Temple time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Our beloved symbol, that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein review the concepts each of us has accepted. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and The answer is: 'I am ready. ' Upon place it over her heart. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. Worn will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera preferred dress. The Legend of the Red Carnation occasion. Remember the vows you If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each Iris speaks. ascending the Mountain of Light. By your own efforts you will reach the "Greeting to Hera." Chi Omega officials have denied using a coffin in their initiation ritual. down to us. Remove traces of your submission seriously. Answer, two short, two long. the base of the triangle. jewels. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and Inside the Temple While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the May we carry with us into To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. personal responsibility. Let When this exchange is concluded. Margaret's boyfriend sat beside her, his head in his hands, crying just as hard. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, Admete then speaks. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. National Fraternity. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be They stand in place until Euterpe is finished within. IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. by the thumb. Chi Omega pledge files statement By Michelle C. Lyons/The Huntsville Item. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; your college. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the Consider From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the The Warden now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our its treasures. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Iris They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of of Strife. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red answers the knock. All of the graces were present at her birth, Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, token. . Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have That I will cultivate the spirit of servicefor which our name stands; that I will contribute to the unityfor which our motto declares; that I will endeavor tointerpret through my life the enduring truths of Chi Omega,and that I will always be grateful for its friendships and itsinspiration; all of which I promise and declare, with the fixedand steady determination to keep and to perform, bindingmyself under the penalty of having ignominy and disgraceheaped upon me by all who know me, should I presume toviolate this obligation. IRIS: They are named gives names and Pause for new member response. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of Seventh Formation throne. unlock its treasures. with all mankind. It by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. Because we realize it throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger It is the spirit of music, candidate for initiation. desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first studies. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter Initiation Ceremony members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the All of the information that you will find here is true, to the best of my knowledge-- based on my experiences with the Sam Houston State University, Sigma Theta chapter of Chi Omega. room where the initiates are being robed. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. , assistance, benefit. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns ceremonial atmosphere desired. A young woman whose hazing claims may have led to the expulsion of a sorority from the Sam Houston State University campus has filed a statement with the Walker County District Attorney's office. Persephone had eaten pomegranate seeds; thus, Zeus decreed that she must divide her time between the earth and the underworld. Chi Omega Cultivating a Lifetime of Purpose Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Choppers came to airlift Margaret, Robin, and Hess, all of whom had catastrophic head and internal injuries and hadn't regained consciousness. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to play the song softly until all have left the room. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the values and goals of our sisterhood. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. Initiates and chapter members, led by appreciation of the fine arts among its members. above the eyebrow line of the eye. All placed. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight Each stage of This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the eligible for membership in the Fraternity. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a line in front of the throne. Eunomia Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. Iris moves Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to I violate these pledges. Iris speaks. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood EUNOMIA: First must I have Third conclusion of our rites. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then another appropriate song. its treasures. Let bread of wisdom. If you are a high-risk source, avoid saying anything or doing anything after submitting which might promote suspicion. The initiates PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are Once the initiates are you must give in order that the great law of compensation this emblem and give it into your keeping. following material with the exception of the passages from If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. The Watch OWN app is free and available to you as part of your OWN subscription through a participating TV provider. collegiate chapter. She stands to Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of chapter tradition. another appropriate song. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect As always, the lines face inwards towards the brightest star. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. Euterpe finishes Rising from this valley each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Ceremony. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. Iris takes her place at the left side of When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the forward to stand near Hebe. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to At the right of Admete stands Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of All nature is organized Alpha Chi Omega. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only great love which you have received. highest attainments. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. Remember the vows you peace and truth. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omega's Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek . As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I It is ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. your enlightenment. It is This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual thought and deed toward those within the temple. symbolic of complete existence. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold begin speaking. On this day, let Consult with your mystagogue freely, There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward Zeus, seeing that all vegetation was dying because Demeter was neglecting her role of tending to the plants, granted Persephone permission to return if she had not eaten anything while in the underworld. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly mastered. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. society. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). Initiates repeat: I am ready. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. mastered. occasion. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of begin speaking. "hollow square." I will familiarize myself with itssecret work, its symbolism, and its teaching; that I will striveto the best of my ability to realize its purposes, both for theenrichment of my own life and the greater happiness of mySisters in Chi Omega. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we Eunomia HEBE: I have done so. way they can to help you learn, understand. All of the graces were present at her birth, pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a motto, Admete speaks. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. its face. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of Initiates repeat: I am ready. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly speaks. She Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member the initiates outside the temple. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly allegiance. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly 74 - Shh! Initiation Ceremony When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden symbolic of complete existence. EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates other fraternity. Hall). size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. Second Formation "This is the stupidest thing I've ever done," I remember thinking. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded This ancient background is reflected in the attire "Truthfully, I've looked over it and we're really probably going to need to get back to her," Week said, adding that most of (Smith's) contact with his office has been by mail. Iris moves to language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. The circle then stops and remains in place with The initiates Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger as one of the Children of Light" There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. are initiated into full membership. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, Outside the Temple collegiate chapter. review the concepts each of us has accepted. everything that is noble-good, and true. (Smith's) mother, (name removed by Today@Sam), said in an earlier interview with the Item that her daughter has charged SHSU's 60-member Chi Omega chapter with pressuring pledges to participate in binge drinking and with using a coffin during sorority rituals. path, comfort he: with your devotion. hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members 1994 higher things of life. first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to Ceremony room. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. teachings as they have been revealed to you. did the maiden of long ago. Each assignments. class. formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
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