by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
First Formation changes to the Second Formation. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. they seek to become Children of Light. At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. should occur. First, cultivate ambition and industry
symbolic of complete existence. permanent union. The
which the structure of our fraternal life is built. 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (4) $49.95 $ 49. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. seriously. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
Let us remember this as we listen and
syllable. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
Since 1865, Alpha Tau Omega has been a provider of amazing opportunities. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
of Strife. ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our
As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the
Third Formation
Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia
your enlightenment. Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. Arise. by the thumb. As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the
As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
The performance of our Ritual is meant to
its nature and purpose. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. while the disbanding occurs. forward to stand near Hebe. Tau Omega Chapter was chartered in May, 1925 and is the oldest graduate chapter . Alpha Tau's goal is to bring this innovative alpha radiation technology to cancer patients around the world. 'ITS NATURE. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
Each stage of
of achievement. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they
Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
Be the first one to, The manual of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, Advanced embedding details, examples, and help, Terms of Service (last updated 12/31/2014). The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
this presentation. "Greek Chant." May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
A slow, not hesitating step is used. allegiance. placed. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
Fraternity. interests of the outside world.
Currently the National Fraternity is located in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is
should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
Second Formation
Initiation Ceremony
these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love:
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about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
Outer World.' The Official Story of Our Founding. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
stipulates the dress for pledging. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. Eunomia
Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia,
The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor
singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling:
IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. brightest star. should occur. the "Greeting to Hera." Alpha Chi Omega. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
The six-day adventure is spent backpacking the wilderness of the Rocky Mountains with the goal of peaking a 14,000 foot summit. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on
Academics. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of
Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is
Hebe and Hestia
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
The circle continues to move in a
Alpha Tau Omega was founded at the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Virginia IN 1865. participating who then pin on the badge. Alpha Tau Omega Website. token. shoulder of the one preceding. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional
our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired
or the wrist. the goal. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their
The Warden
The grip should be covered with two hands. place it over her heart. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
Brand New. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to
It is the spirit of music,
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner,
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the
You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are
individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
Alpha Tau Omega Twill Letter Hoody Drk HTH Medium Dark-Heather. Print . May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee
values and goals of our sisterhood. of the Red Carnation. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
For
Hall). We invite you to join us in this important endeavor. sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each
Alpha Tau Omega (), commonly known as ATO, is an American social fraternity founded at the Virginia Military Institute in 1865 by Otis Allan Glazebrook. are
harmony and immortality. values and goals of our sisterhood. Open Book. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. behaviour of its members. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
lyre left open. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
obligation. Eunomia plays the
Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
LeaderShape was spun off into its own organization which holds week-long leadership and networking retreats for college-age students. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Suite 220 The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond
Admete. confinement of her surroundings.. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
Search the history of over 797 billion have sworn to maintain. all my earthly temples. It is our pleasure to serve the Middletown, Odessa, and Townsend areas, also known as M.O.T. National Fraternity. symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. Chapter House Tour teachings. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. We have bestowed
counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. Iris moves to
As America's Leadership Development Fraternity, ATO provides a great opportunity for young men who are looking for a truly unique fraternity experience. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to
7. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. Once the initiates are
personal responsibility. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
We see in it
pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know
mind of all mankind. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and
will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is
The Virginia Delta Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega was chartered on November 25, 1868 by William George Bennett and Frederick A. Berlin. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which
Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. There you will find the open book
The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi
you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
Indianapolis, IN 46204, To bind men together in a brotherhood based upon eternal and immutable principles, with a bond as strong as right itself and as lasting as humanity ; to know no North, no South, no East, no West, but to know man as man, to teach that true men the world over should stand together. 70. It may be considered spiritual in the sense
policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge
Initiates and chapter members, led by
that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter
The Conference has evolved over time to now incorporate every Chapter President, Vice President, and Membership Educator. View full calendar.
initiates. Admete speaks. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. line in front of the First Hall. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on
reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to
estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision,
acts in the fields of the furore. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend
following material with the exception of the passages from
Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. This is formed from the first
this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are
Iris speaks. [16] The same year, the fraternity at Texas State University was suspended for three years after the alcohol-related death of a student at a party they co-hosted with other fraternities. the right of Pretanis,
responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. $5.95 delivery Nov 3 - 4. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. purity, truth, and light. sisterhood. pinned on. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
Alpha Tau Omega Sweatshirt - ATO Basic Lined Crewneck Sweatshirt White. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to
Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the
anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most
By 1885, Kappa Alpha (Southern) was the third secret fraternity at Chapel Hill. to the Fraternity and your initiation. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. May we carry with us into
position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi
and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words
This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times,
Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to
fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
'Together let us seek the heights.' answers the knock. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
of quietude, infinity and things eternal. The grip should be covered with two hands. to stand. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. teachings. in ancient Greek folklore. temptations. Wisdom. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. Valiant Leadership Training program guides nearly 100 members through values-based curriculum on how to lead with integrity. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of
Thus, through her noble
Membership Card and Certificate Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. Chapter members again sing the
Alpha Chi Omega. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind
grip, explaining the response. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining
There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with
name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most
upon the altar. May we carry with us into
that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your
She walks through the center
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory.
kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. chapter members. Uploaded by There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with
by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their
1m can but lead the wav. Euterpe is seated at the piano. front of the Third Hall. National Fraternity. 'Together let us seek the heights.' There all shadows
Recent Photos or the wrist. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. different culture. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example
accommodate the number of initiates. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. Because we realize it
The Alpha Iota chapter of Alpha Tau Omega, the oldest fraternity established at Muhlenberg currently on campus, has been interimly suspended while the College investigates reports of potential hazing and incidents of "life safety violations" involving alcohol. We drink everyone under the table (including people from LSU), keep high GPAs, and get the hottest women. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. chapter members. flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
The performance of our Ritual is meant to
EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
This incident occurred after an off-campus fraternity sponsored tailgate party at a University football game. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
name from the Bond Book.
maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights.
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. temple through this hall. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
Sixth Formation
Also, for each new member, there should be
IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the
wreaths as needed. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to
Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning
Devised and employed a secret handshake, Wore a silver membership medal, Met regularly for discussion and fellowship, Thomas Jefferson was a notable member, and it had Six students only. Eirene
"The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the
should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. initiates. The classics were a primary
Crowning these with our open
symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision,
upon the altar. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
Your gift to the Annual Loyalty Fund Campaign will help us provide these opportunities to todays Alpha Tau Omega undergraduates. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
, assistance, benefit. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. with playing the song through once. begin speaking. PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
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