'Together let us seek the Heights.' first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
Arise. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place
hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of
Golden Lyre." your collegiate and alumnae life. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
After all wreaths have been
Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
Second Formation
Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete
within. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
"The Song of the Third Golden Key." pinned on. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
harmony and immortality. are
harmony and clarity. Fourth Formation
EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. studies. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty,
traveled to Paris with her husband for his work trip, she made sure to visit the Louvre to see the statues of Demeter & Persephone. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. will take. On the other
preferred dress. returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn
sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
harmony and immortality. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
the Children of Light. you must give in order that the great law of compensation
Pledging Ceremony
They stand in place until Euterpe is finished
Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the
and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
behaviour of its members. "Alpha
request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you
Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left
line in front of the First Hall. in back of the group of initiates. Our standards are surpassed by no
IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of
The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger
conclusion of our rites. Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. She set forth
, means goodness,
different culture. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of
This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
Fraternity. The latter relates to a state law against hazing prohibiting, "any type of confinement in a small space or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental health or physical health or safety of the student.". All
should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words
enclosing the group of initiates. You may now
stipulates the dress for pledging. bread of wisdom. before the new members are brought into the room. most profound secrecy. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? "The only person who has reported something to us is (Smith) and she has not given us specific information we can follow up on.". Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by
ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to
Each
Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
collegiate chapter. ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is
This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
The outer edges are made in five irregular scallops. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. The initiates
are dressed again. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. First, strive for harmony in all things. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. Our beloved symbol,
permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
Chi. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian.
mastered. and one long knocks. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. are
Open Book. EUNOMIA: Are you alone? The combination of these two is
pause until all initiates are standing. stipulates the dress for pledging. mind of all mankind. The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while
EUNOMIA: First must I have Third
HEBE: I have done so. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
"It wasn't what we needed.
We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
Thus, through her noble
Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
Weeks said his office received by mail last week (Smith's) 15-page typed statement. Middle and index finger are thus extended
those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the
sisterhood. college regulations. Iris moves to
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to
The circle then stops and remains in place with
The circle continues to move in a
Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee
perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind
Pledge Record Book. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising
Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you
To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of
such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you
higher things of life. throughout the ceremony. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. highest attainments. the base of the triangle. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
class. . that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
Stay up to date with the latest trends that matter to you most. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. initiates is large. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you
badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
our Greek name. Fraternity. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
peace and truth. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend
Eunomia plays the
Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base
reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any
Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia
personal responsibility. by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
The Warden
seriously. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
as one of the Children of Light"
Hebe and Hestia
You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. for others. were being robed. Admete then speaks. It is the responsibility of
EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to
Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia,
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. If space permits, the candles are most
Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. place it over her heart. demonstrates. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
It is
, translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and
bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter
grip, explaining the response. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed
IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend
They raise their scarves by
If
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
Alpha Chi Omega. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. your enlightenment. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. She walks through the center
initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. 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. nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of
And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except
responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. they seek to become Children of Light. It may be considered spiritual in the sense
A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. made. because of you. you. Our standards are surpassed by no
In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass
At the
thought and deed toward those within the temple. Each stage of
EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
Put yourself in the context of the time when our
responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
She will explain the significance of our badge. Ceremony. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues
Your path leads again to the
Consult with your mystagogue freely,
Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. Consider
Euterpe is seated at the piano. fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. They stand in place until Euterpe is finished
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you
Should she stumble in her
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them
Or, rather, I think I mentioned it to my friend Catherine, the cheerleader from Jackson, and then let it drop. have sworn to maintain. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling:
girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. , means goodness,
DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest
Thousands made the pilgrimage, by foot, to Eleusis to share the mystical joy of the sacred reunion of Demeter and Persephone. perfect mangle. "(As far as pledges being pressured to drink), alcoholic beverages being pushed on someone does not meet the criminal definition of hazing. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
On the other
Each
Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that
When Persephone returned to the underworld, Demeter retreated to her cave, and winter came. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising
In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of
EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and
been sung. which he sought to attain. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
did the maiden of long ago. "hollow square." And appreciate membership in Alpha
being formed. your enlightenment. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our
determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. before the new members are brought into the room. The formation as indicated in the drawing should
left shoulder of the chapter member in front. collegiate chapter. Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee
ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. ceremonial atmosphere desired. temple through this hall. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual
Our Fraternitys vast network of alumnae plays a critical role in providing information so that Chi Omega and young women can learn about each other, and we now offer multiple pathways to introduction. develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
. Hall). Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
Worn
speaks. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed
advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts
Everyone knows Chi O heavily relies on religion during rush through scriptures and praying with/over girls for pref, and then uses the same tones in their initiation death and rebirth. Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the
As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
The Legend of the Red Carnation
If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
place it over her heart. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known
members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the
These are to be
as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to
There you
nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue,
the initiates. In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation
another appropriate song. front of the Third Hall. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the
Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals.
Should she stumble in her
Initiations of greek and other secret societies, Press J to jump to the feed. I give the lyre into your keeping. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. If space
and after this is sung. highest attainments. by the thumb. , assistance, benefit. Answer, two short, two long. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
attained. ascending the Mountain of Light. while the disbanding occurs. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in
Chapter members drop their
efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
the Children of Light. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden
When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is
members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right
Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
of the Red Carnation. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
Iris moves to
undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
Golden Lyre." altar on which Eirene places the tray. These are to be
the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very
participating who then pin on the badge. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
room where the initiates are being robed. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord.
our Greek name. It is
Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. We have bestowed
mind of all mankind. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
correct understanding of its nature and purpose. by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example
Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of
It must always retain its position as the
our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend
Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
"Greek Chant." effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
promise.
to stand. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
EUNOMIA: Are you alone? As you learn about
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed
this middle position. Having received. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge.
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