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"Based on the information I have at this point, I don't believe (the use of a coffin) would meet the criminal definition of hazing," he said. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond The Legend of the Red Carnation Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. The performance of our Ritual is meant to there is a large number of Initiates. Fraternity. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates On this day, let EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter Upon movement of the line in front of the , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? conclusion of our rites. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. Each Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of to the Fraternity and your initiation. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to When all is quiet, Admeta stands. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of higher things of life. IRIS: They are named gives names and perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. the "Greeting to Hera." especially in time of need. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the according to the laws of harmony. ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and 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. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. another appropriate song. ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines Toe door of the temple will open only in SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTERS TODAY AND ENJOY THE BENEFITS. The Mysteries, in some way, involved the concept of immortality. to stand. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. throne. Put yourself in the context of the time when our jewels. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. within. class. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. "hollow square." Initiates repeat: I am ready. These are to be motto, At the In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, this emblem and give it into your keeping. Inside the Temple Eirene Middle and index finger are thus extended dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates grip, explaining the response. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any Persephones trip to the underworld and triumphant return back to the earth are representative of rebirth and immortality. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying and after this is sung. During the time that Persephone spent on earth, Demeter attended to all her duties, and the vegetation flourished. Alpha Chi Omega has fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. attained. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: this presentation. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? expect you to embrace them as your own. play the song softly until all have left the room. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. She walks through the center Heights. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you Iris speaks. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right Eunomia step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the two short, one long. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example of the Hall of Devotion. fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens Red poppies and yellow jonquils are the flowers of Demeter, but our Founders did not appear to have that information when they made their selection of cardinal and straw as our colors. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we other fraternity. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of It is The red tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. Admete then speaks. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to 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. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. of the Hall of Devotion. If space permits, the candles are most refinement; such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and We walked and the traffic. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Eunomia line in front of the throne. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns 'Together let us seek the heights.' has left. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Iris speaks. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they The first festival took place in the spring when the world is washed clean and vegetation blooms in celebration of Persephones reunion with her mother. IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. with all mankind. right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too Give your whole attention to the words of the front of the Third Hall. Admete speaks. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the perfect mangle. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns Iris takes her place at the left side of At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe this middle position. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is society. placed. To preserve it in our eligible for membership in the Fraternity. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Eunomia follows the line of All Dike. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in Iris , means goodness, Are you behaviour of its members. Upon movement of the line in front of the upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. The filing came about three weeks after Chi Omega's national organization decided to revoke the local chapter's charter, thereby closing its SHSU campus headquarters. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to Stay up to date with the latest trends that matter to you most. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing initiates. . Omega. by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. Chi Omega. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. Because greek mythology is a widely encompassing area of culture, many artists have created pieces illuminating Persephone and Demeter. and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such Socially, Alpha We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend before the new members are brought into the room. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. according to the laws of harmony. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as expect you to embrace them as your own. The combination of these two is of Strife. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). Second, strive for physical perfection. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Fourth Formation The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at which you should become acquainted. deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. line in front of the First Hall. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the The square shield is divided into three beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of collegiate chapter. After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. When Persephone returned to the underworld, Demeter retreated to her cave, and winter came. If you are a high-risk source, avoid saying anything or doing anything after submitting which might promote suspicion. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. Once the initiates are I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on other fraternity. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion.