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UNIVERSITY OF<br />

ENTRAL OKLAHOMA<br />

reek Life<br />

UCO<br />

<strong>Sorority</strong><br />

International<br />

Services<br />

Life<br />

ITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA<br />

tional Services<br />

International Services<br />

International<br />

Services<br />

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA<br />

International<br />

Services<br />

International Services<br />

2011-2012<br />

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA<br />

Greek Life<br />

A Division <strong>of</strong> Student Affairs


Sisterhood<br />

Goodtimes<br />

Scholarship


Leadership<br />

Life-long friends<br />

Memories that last forever


2011 uco sororities<br />

How to Register for<br />

Recruitment<br />

Registration for Panhellenic Recruitment<br />

To participate in Fall Formal Recruitment, the online recruitment registration form, registration<br />

fee <strong>of</strong> $35, an <strong>of</strong>ficial transcript and an optional picture (a senior picture is suggested) must<br />

be submitted.<br />

Register online at any time at www.uco.edu/greek. Click on “Panhellenic Recruitment” and<br />

complete the online registration form. The cost to register is $35 before July 31 and $45<br />

between August 1-24.<br />

The registration fee is non-refundable.<br />

You can register online at:<br />

www.uco.edu/greek<br />

Click on “Panhellenic Recruitment”<br />

Rho Gamma…<br />

Your Best Friend During<br />

Recruitment<br />

A Rho Gamma is a woman who is a sorority<br />

member at UCO. She was selected by<br />

her peers to help Potential New Members<br />

(PNMs) through the Recruitment process.<br />

She has disaffiliated from her chapter to<br />

perform these duties without bias, in order<br />

to give PNMs the best possible experience.<br />

Rho Gammas have participated in hours<br />

<strong>of</strong> training to prepare for their role in<br />

Recruitment. You can get to know your Rho<br />

Gamma at Orientation. She is available<br />

to help you answer questions and decide<br />

what chapter is best for you based on your<br />

interests and needs. They are available any<br />

time, day or night, to handle problems and<br />

<strong>of</strong>fer guidance in a one-on-one situation.<br />

Use your Rho Gamma, confide in her and<br />

ask her questions. She exists to help you!


Map <strong>of</strong> Panhellenic<br />

Sororities<br />

2011 uco sororities


2011 uco sororities<br />

What you need<br />

to know about Recruitment<br />

Orientation<br />

Friday, August 26, 6 p.m.<br />

What happens: Orientation is the chance for you to meet your Rho Gamma<br />

(Recruitment Counselor) and other potential new members. You’ll also have a chance<br />

to learn what Recruitment is all about and how it works. You will learn everything there<br />

is to know about <strong>Sorority</strong> Recruitment and enjoy a fun group activity afterwards. Your<br />

attendance at this event is highly encouraged.<br />

What to Wear: Think casual and comfortable. You won’t be meeting with chapter<br />

members during this round, so comfort is key!<br />

Round One: Open House<br />

Saturday, August 27, 9 a.m. or 2 p.m.<br />

What Happens: The first day <strong>of</strong> recruitment is filled with<br />

excitement and activity. You will have the opportunity<br />

to meet each <strong>of</strong> the chapters through house tours and<br />

displays, as well as your first introduction to members.<br />

Chapter members will greet you with chants, clapping<br />

and lots <strong>of</strong> smiles. You will need to arrive at either 9 a.m.<br />

or 2 p.m. depending on when your group is assigned to<br />

start recruitment. This information will be shared with<br />

you at the Orientation session on August 26.<br />

What to Wear: Again, comfort is key! On Day 1, you will<br />

be provided with a Recruitment T-shirt to wear to the<br />

events. Pair the shirt with shorts, capris, or a skirt. And, wear comfortable<br />

shoes!<br />

Round Two: Theme Day<br />

Sunday, August 28, 11 a.m.<br />

What Happens: This day <strong>of</strong> Recruitment highlights the fun side<br />

<strong>of</strong> Greek membership! Chapters might tell you about their<br />

activities, involvement, philanthropic service projects or even<br />

share a video highlighting their involvement over the past<br />

year. Sit back and be entertained, while getting more detailed<br />

information about each organization. This night should help you<br />

determine where you could excel in each chapter. Women will<br />

visit a maximum <strong>of</strong> three chapters this day.<br />

What to Wear: For theme night, attire is a bit dressier. Fun dresses,<br />

skirts, tops and accessories are recommended, but shorts, formal<br />

dresses and uncomfortable shoes should not be worn.


2011 uco sororities<br />

What you need<br />

to know about Recruitment<br />

Round Three: Preference Night<br />

Monday, August 29, 4:30 p.m.<br />

What Happens: Of all the nights in Recruitment, Preference<br />

is the time for chapter members to share with you what<br />

they value most about being a part <strong>of</strong> their chapter. You<br />

will visit a maximum <strong>of</strong> two chapters during this round.<br />

Typically, chapters share a ceremony or ritual with you.<br />

These may include singing, senior or alumnae speakers,<br />

and other traditional activities. On this night, you will<br />

begin to understand what sisterhood means to a chapter.<br />

Behind the skits and chants lies a deep sisterhood that<br />

has touched the lives <strong>of</strong> these women. As you get an<br />

inside look at this bond, you should begin to see where<br />

you belong and where you can excel as a member.<br />

What to Wear: Semi-formal dress, cocktail dress or a<br />

nice skirt and top are recommended along with dress<br />

shoes or sandals.<br />

Bid Day<br />

Tuesday, August 30, 5:15 p.m.<br />

What Happens: The conclusion <strong>of</strong> Recruitment is finally<br />

here! On this exciting day you will receive your bid and<br />

become a new member <strong>of</strong> one <strong>of</strong> our awesome sororities.<br />

You will also have the chance to spend the evening with<br />

your new sorority doing special activities while getting to<br />

know all <strong>of</strong> your new sisters! Parents are invited to attend<br />

the main event on the south end <strong>of</strong> the Nigh <strong>University</strong><br />

Center (beginning at 5:30 p.m.), but are encouraged to<br />

let their daughter meet the chapters on their own during<br />

each individual chapter’s Bid Day festivities.<br />

What to Wear: Jeans, shorts, capris, t-shirts and<br />

cute tops are best! Don’t wear dresses, skirts<br />

or uncomfortable shoes as many chapters have<br />

celebratory activities which may not suit this type <strong>of</strong> apparel.<br />

Please Note: For an optimum Recruitment experience it is suggested you clear your schedule from<br />

work and outside obligations as much as possible for these days. The Panhellenic Council is able to<br />

work with outside requests and class schedules to an extent, but they encourage you to remain as<br />

flexible as possible. Concerns with scheduling can be addressed at the Orientation session. Potential<br />

Members with scheduling concerns that might deter them from participating in Recruitment should<br />

contact the Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice to discuss solutions for potential scheduling conflicts.


2011 uco sororities<br />

Chapter: Epsilon Nu<br />

Founded: May 30, 1904 at Syracuse <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation (benefiting diabetes research,<br />

scholarship and leadership opportunities for members) and The Leadership Institute,<br />

a national women’s leadership development initiative.<br />

Flower: Red and Buff Roses<br />

Mascot: Squirrel<br />

Colors: Red, Buff, and Green<br />

Famous Members: Amber Brkich, Rita Coolidge, former Edmond Mayor Saundra<br />

Naiefeh, former UCO VP <strong>of</strong> Leadership, Cheryl Steele, Karen McCullah Lutz<br />

(screenwriter, Legally Blond).<br />

Fun Fact: First woman’s group to be established as an International fraternity.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: 2011 Greek Week Team Champions; 2011<br />

Greek Week Spring Sing Champions; National Annulet Award for Top Chapter 2009;<br />

Panhellenic Woman <strong>of</strong> the Year 2007 and 2010; Homecoming Queen 2006-2009,<br />

International Rose Bowl Award for scholarship; Freshman Queen 2009; Miss UCO<br />

3rd Runner-up 2009; Homecoming champions 2006-2010; Greek Week Spring Sing<br />

champions 2008; Highest Panhellenic GPA Spring 2008, Fall 2010 and Spring 2011.<br />

Founded at UCO: 1960<br />

Website: www.alphagammadelta.org<br />

Local Website: http://uco.alphagammadelta.org<br />

Inspire the Woman,<br />

Impact the World<br />

Alpha gamma Delta<br />

“Alpha gam”


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Chapter: Iota Delta<br />

Founded: 1893 at Lombard College<br />

Philanthropy: Autism Speaks<br />

Flower: Pink Killarney Rose<br />

Mascot: BetXi Bear<br />

Colors: Double Blue (light and dark) and Gold<br />

Famous Members: Betsey Johnson, Jen Schefft, Kelly Earnhardt Elledge, Susan<br />

Koepan, Jane Henson, Kim Webster, and Samantha Lindsey.<br />

Fun Fact: Alpha Xi Delta was one <strong>of</strong> 10 sororities that founded the National<br />

Panhellenic Conference. An Alpha Xi Delta wrote the Panhellenic Creed, which is still<br />

recited nationwide.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Greek Week Team Champions 2010; Alpha Xi<br />

Delta Kinsey Slaymaker Academic Award 2009; Top Greek Scholars Fall 2009 and<br />

Spring 2009; Order <strong>of</strong> Omega Member <strong>of</strong> the Year 2009 and 2010; Greek Week<br />

Step Show Champions 2009; Greek Momentum Award 2008 and 2009; Panhellenic<br />

Woman <strong>of</strong> the Year 2008; Greek Week Champions 2007; Spring Sing Champions<br />

2007; Educational Leadership Consultant selected from chapter in 2008/2009.<br />

Founded at UCO: May 1, 1999<br />

Website: www.alphaxidelta.org<br />

Local Website: ucok.alphaxidelta.org<br />

Alpha Xi Delta<br />

“Alpha XI”<br />

Realize Your<br />

Potential


2011 uco sororities<br />

Chapter: Epsilon Upsilon<br />

Founded: October 24, 1902 at Miami <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: The Starkey Hearing Foundation and House Ear Institute and the Painted Turtle.<br />

Flower: Pink Killarney Rose<br />

Mascot: Turtle<br />

Colors: Rose and Green<br />

Famous Members: Joy Behar, Florence Henderson, Marti Dodson, Nanette<br />

Fabray, Princess Martha <strong>of</strong> Norway, Mercedes Bates, Dr. Carolyn Leach<br />

Huntoon, Jean Haley Harper, Esther Stassen and Hazel Smith.<br />

Fun Fact: 2nd Largest National <strong>Sorority</strong>, Largest International <strong>Sorority</strong>.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Homecoming Queen 2010; received Most Sisterly<br />

Chapter Award, Leadership Award, Financial Award, and Most Improved Chapter at<br />

Regional Awards in 2010; Panhellenic Woman <strong>of</strong> the Year 2009; Greek Week<br />

Champions 2009; 1st Place Greek Week Spring Sing Competition 2009; 2nd Place<br />

Homecoming Float Contest 2009; 3rd Place Homecoming Cheer and Dance 2009;<br />

2nd Place Homecoming 2008; 1st Place Laff Olympics Homecoming 2008; 1st Place<br />

Float Homecoming 2008; 1st Place Shack-a-Thon 2008; Freshman Queen 2006 &<br />

2007; Miss UCO 2006 & 2008; 2nd place in Homecoming Float Contest, 2007.<br />

Founded at UCO: September 11, 1956<br />

Website: www.deltazeta.org<br />

Local Website: www.ucodeltazeta.com<br />

∆Z<br />

DELTA ZETA<br />

Let the Flame<br />

Endure Forever


2011 uco sororities<br />

Chapter: Delta Chi<br />

Founded: November 9, 1874 at Colby College<br />

Philanthropy: Alzheimer’s Disease Research, Inherit the Earth,<br />

Gerontology, Maine Seacoast Mission<br />

Flower: Violet<br />

Mascot: Dove and Heart<br />

Colors: Lavender and Maroon<br />

Famous Members: Margaret Chase Smith, Maitland Ward and Dr. Rhea Seddon<br />

Fun Fact: Sigma Kappa National <strong>Sorority</strong> is the number one contributor to Alzheimer’s<br />

Disease Research. The chapter recently celebrated their 50th anniversary at UCO.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Panhellenic Chapter <strong>of</strong> Excellence 2010; Panhellenic<br />

Top Grades Fall 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009; 2011 Greek Week Step Show Champions;<br />

Greek Week Team Champions 2008; Greek Goddess 2008, 2009 and 2010; VP <strong>of</strong><br />

UCOSA 2007-2008; Homecoming Queen 2007; Freshman Queen 2010; 1st place<br />

Step Show and Greek Week 2006; Miss UCO 2007; Most Outstanding Organization for<br />

Community Service at UCO 2008 and 2009; Homecoming Queen 2008; 2nd place in<br />

Homecoming 2009 and 2010 cheer and dance competition; 2nd place in Greek Week<br />

step show competition 2009; 1st place in Greek Week Spring Sing 2010.<br />

Founded at UCO: August 29, 1959<br />

Website: www.sigmakappa.org<br />

Local Website: www.ucosigmakappa.com<br />

Sigma Kappa<br />

One Heart,<br />

One Way


2011 uco sororities<br />

nphc/multicultural greek councils<br />

An all NPHC/Multicultural Greek Council Informational will be held at 6 p.m., September 1, in<br />

the Heritage Room at the Nigh <strong>University</strong> Center. This is a great opportunity for you to visit with<br />

the chapters and ask questions about the process for membership.<br />

national pan-hellenic council (nphc)<br />

NPHC is the governing body <strong>of</strong> the historically black fraternities and sororities. The <strong>University</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong> has eight <strong>of</strong> the nine national NPHC chapters. The NPHC recruitment<br />

process is called Membership Intake and occurs at various times throughout the school year as<br />

each NPHC chapter conducts its own unique process. The start <strong>of</strong> the process for each group is<br />

generally an informational meeting. Those meetings will be advertised through campus flyers and<br />

will be available in the Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice at the start <strong>of</strong> the semester. Before taking part in intake,<br />

you will need to complete a certain number <strong>of</strong> credit hours. The minimum for college credit hours<br />

completed is 12 along with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, but some organizations require more<br />

hours or a higher GPA. It’s best to attend the Informational to discover the requirements for the<br />

organization(s) that interest you.<br />

The four NPHC Sororities at UCO include:<br />

• Alpha Kappa Alpha <strong>Sorority</strong>, Incorporated<br />

• Delta Sigma Theta <strong>Sorority</strong>, Incorporated<br />

• Zeta Phi Beta <strong>Sorority</strong>, Incorporated<br />

• Sigma Gamma Rho <strong>Sorority</strong>, Incorporated<br />

multicultural greek council (mgc)<br />

UCO is in the process <strong>of</strong> establishing its MGC, but already has two sororities who will be<br />

governed by the council on campus. They are Sigma Lambda Gamma, a National Association <strong>of</strong><br />

Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO) sorority and Phi Delta Alpha, an Asian-interest sorority.<br />

The Multicultural Greek Council will serve as the governing body for the Latino, Asian or other<br />

Greek letter organizations and will seek to provide better communication and interaction<br />

between Multicultural Greeks. The membership process is very similar to that <strong>of</strong> the NPHC<br />

and is advertised through campus flyers and available in the Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice at the start <strong>of</strong> the<br />

semester. Both Sigma Lambda Gamma and Phi Delta Alpha take incoming freshman.<br />

Both NPHC and the member organizations <strong>of</strong> the Multicultural Greek Council put a strong<br />

emphasis on community service, brotherhood and sisterhood, and scholarship.<br />

For more information about any <strong>of</strong> these chapters, please contact the UCO<br />

Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice at greeklife@uco.edu or 405-974-2580.


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Chapter: Beta Beta<br />

Founded: January 15, 1908 at Howard <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: Extraordinary Service Program, The Non-Traditional Entrepreneur,<br />

Economic Keys to Success, Economic Growth <strong>of</strong> the Black Family, Undergraduate<br />

Signature Program: Economic Educational Advancement through Technology, and Health<br />

Resource Management<br />

Flower: Pink Tea Rose<br />

Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green<br />

Famous Members: Gladys Knight, Rosa Parks, Wanda Sykes-Hall, Phylicia Rashad,<br />

Loretta Divine, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Star Jones, Dr. Maya Angelou, Dr. Mae Jemison,<br />

Coretta Scott King, Eleanor Roosevelt, Alicia Keys and Jada Pinkett-Smith.<br />

Fun Fact: It was the First African-American sorority founded for women.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Outstanding New Greek Member 2010; President<br />

<strong>of</strong> NAACP Fall 2010; Outstanding NAACP President <strong>of</strong> Youth and College 2009; BSA<br />

President 2010; Vice President <strong>of</strong> Finance for the HR Society 2010; Secretary <strong>of</strong><br />

SIFE 2010; Greek Week Champions 2009; Community Service Chair <strong>of</strong> S.T.A.R.S.;<br />

Treasurer for W.O.M.E.N.; UCO Wind Symphony; Miss Black UCO 2006; Greek Week<br />

Board member 2010; Order <strong>of</strong> Omega.<br />

Founded at UCO: March 31, 1962<br />

Website: www.aka1908.com<br />

Alpha kappa alpha<br />

sorority inc.<br />

By Culture and<br />

By Merit


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Chapter: Iota Omicron<br />

Founded: January 13, 1913 at Howard <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: Adopt-a-Mile, Grace Living Center (OKC), <strong>Oklahoma</strong> City Juvenile<br />

Detention Center, Infant Crisis Center, Habitat for Humanity, <strong>Oklahoma</strong> Regional Food<br />

Bank, Sunbeam Family Service<br />

Flower: African-Violet<br />

Colors: Crimson and Crème<br />

Famous Members: Ruby Dee, Keisha Knight Pulliam, Aretha Franklin and Jackie Reid.<br />

Fun Fact: Delta Sigma Theta has more than 200,000 members in 900 chapters worldwide.<br />

Each year the sorority conducts an International Day <strong>of</strong> Service on the same day with similar<br />

focuses that support the Five Point Thrust. Delta Sigma Theta prides itself on public service.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: NPHC Chapter <strong>of</strong> Excellence 2010; UCO Student<br />

Organization <strong>of</strong> 2010; 2011 Greek Week Step Show Champions; Two McNair scholars; 2006<br />

Highest GPA among NPHC organizations; 2008 ‘Ante Up’ Step Show champions; BSA Step<br />

Show Champions 2009 and 2010; Annual Delta Week BSA Step Show 2nd place 2011; Two<br />

Order <strong>of</strong> Omega members; Stroll-Off Champions 2010; Two Deans’ Honor Roll recipients<br />

and One President Honor Roll recipient; NAACP President Spring 2011; NPHC<br />

Vice-President, 2010-2011; National Residence Hall Honorary Member; Sigma Tau Delta<br />

Honor Society President; BSA Treasurer; MSO Executive members; Sigma Tau Delta<br />

Convention Presenter.<br />

Date founded at UCO: November 10, 1971<br />

Website: www.deltasigmatheta.org<br />

Intelligence is the<br />

Torch <strong>of</strong> Wisdom<br />

DELTA sigma theta<br />

sorority inc.


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Chapter: Theta Pi<br />

Founded: November 12, 1922 at Butler <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: Operation Big Book Bag, Buckle-up America,<br />

Project Reassurance.<br />

Flower: Yellow Tea Rose<br />

Mascot: French Toy Poodle<br />

Colors: Royal Blue and Antique Gold<br />

Famous Members: Vaness Bell-Armstrong, Mc Lyte, Ms. Dupre, Kelly Price,<br />

Hattie McDaniel.<br />

Fun Fact: Sigma Gamma Rho <strong>Sorority</strong>, Inc. was the only NPHC female<br />

organization founded on a predominantly white campus<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: NPHC President 2009/2010<br />

Founded at UCO: September 12, 1981<br />

Website: www.sgrho1922.org<br />

sigma gamma rho<br />

sorority inc.<br />

Greater Service,<br />

Greater Progress


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Chapter: Beta Gamma<br />

Founded: January 16, 1920 at Howard <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: March <strong>of</strong> Dimes, Stork’s Nest, and Z-HOPE<br />

Flower: White Rose<br />

Mascot: Dove<br />

Colors: Royal Blue and Pure White<br />

Famous Members: Dionne Warwick, Syleena Johnson, Zora Neal Hurston and<br />

Sheryl Underwood.<br />

Fun Fact: Zeta Phi Beta is the only sorority that is constitutionally bound to a<br />

brother fraternity, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: 2009-2010 NPHC Chaplain; 2008-2009 NPHC<br />

President; 2009 Greek Week Champions; 50th Anniversary Celebration in 2010;<br />

Haiti Relief project; MLK Day <strong>of</strong> Service at Regional Food Bank; March <strong>of</strong> Dimes<br />

service projects; McNair Scholarships.<br />

Date founded at UCO: February 13, 1960<br />

Website: www.zphib1920.org<br />

A Community Conscious,<br />

Action-Oriented Organization<br />

zeta phi beta<br />

sorority inc.


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Chapter: Beta<br />

Founded: February 4th, 2002 at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong><br />

Philanthropy: Lupus Research<br />

Flower: White Rose<br />

Mascot: Panda<br />

Colors: Pink, Silver, Black, Red & White<br />

Fun Fact: Phi Delta Alpha is the first Asian-interest sorority in <strong>Oklahoma</strong><br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Highest <strong>Sorority</strong> GPA, Spring 2010; Highest<br />

MGC Council GPA, Spring 2010; 2011 Greek Week Step Show Champions; Lupus<br />

Awareness Week; Presidential Award 2007; Spring 2010 Top <strong>Sorority</strong> GPA;<br />

All-Greek Scholar Spring 2008<br />

Founded at UCO: February 20, 2006<br />

Website: www.phideltaalpha.com<br />

Local Website: www.ucophidee.com<br />

FDA<br />

phi delta alpha<br />

To Be, Rather<br />

than to Seem


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Chapter: Phi Beta<br />

Founded: April 9, 1990 at <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Iowa<br />

Philanthropy: Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Awareness<br />

Flower: Pink Rose<br />

Mascot: Purple Panther<br />

Stone: Purple Amethyst<br />

Colors: Shocking Pink and Majestic Purple<br />

Fun Fact: Sigma Lambda Gamma is a National Latina based sorority was the first<br />

multicultural sorority in the history <strong>of</strong> UCO!! They are cousins to gentlemen <strong>of</strong> Phi<br />

Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and the ladies <strong>of</strong> Zeta Phi Beta <strong>Sorority</strong>, Inc.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Ms. Hispanic UCO 2011; Top Multicultural Greek<br />

Council GPA in Spring 2008, Fall 2008 and Fall 2010; Highest Greek GPA in<br />

Spring 2006 and Fall 2009.<br />

Founded at UCO: July 11, 2003<br />

Website: www.sigmalambdagamma.com<br />

Culture is Pride,<br />

Pride is Success<br />

SIGMA LAMBDA GAMMA<br />

sorority inc.


welcome to UCO<br />

Welcome to the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong>! I<br />

applaud your interest in joining a Greek organization.<br />

To become a fraternity or sorority member means<br />

journeying through the university experience with<br />

a friend at your side, and bright opportunity in your<br />

future.<br />

To become Greek means learning about rich<br />

traditions. It means that you will receive<br />

encouragement to reach your full potential as a<br />

person. You will learn more, be part <strong>of</strong> more; you<br />

will strive … and you will achieve.<br />

Our Greek community at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong> is at the forefront <strong>of</strong><br />

campus leadership. They hold elective <strong>of</strong>fice in student government. They run<br />

important campus endeavors such as Homecoming. They win competitions, and<br />

give back to the community.<br />

If you desire to be part <strong>of</strong> a supportive network <strong>of</strong> students who will be lifelong<br />

friends, or you wish to learn leadership skills by doing - - then the Greek life is one<br />

for you. I hope you consider this great lifestyle.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Kathryn Gage, Ph.D.<br />

Vice President for Student Affairs<br />

Alpha Omicron Chapter<br />

Alpha Delta Pi<br />

In compliance with Title VI and Title VII <strong>of</strong> The Civil Rights Act <strong>of</strong> 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX <strong>of</strong> The Education Amendments <strong>of</strong> 1972, Sections 503 and 504 <strong>of</strong> The Rehabilitation Act <strong>of</strong> 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act <strong>of</strong> 1990, The Family and Medical Leave<br />

Act <strong>of</strong> 1993, The Civil Rights Act <strong>of</strong> 1991, and other Federal Laws and Regulations, the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong> does not discriminate on the basis <strong>of</strong> race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, disability, status as a veteran in any <strong>of</strong> its policies, practices or procedures; this<br />

includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services.<br />

This publication, printed by Southwestern Stationary OKC, is issued by the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong> as authorized by Title 70 OS 1981, Section 3903. 2,300 copies have been prepared or distributed at a cost <strong>of</strong> 2,028.00 6/2010


Greek Impact: Leading with Letters<br />

• Greeks raised nearly $1,400 during Greek Week 2011 for the American<br />

Heart Association Heartwalk.<br />

• UCO Panhellenic’s fifth annual Mr. Greek UCO pageant yielded nearly $600<br />

in donations for the <strong>Oklahoma</strong>ns Against the Trafficking <strong>of</strong> Humans (OATH).<br />

• Greeks collected more than 4,000 cans during the canned food drive and<br />

sculpture competition in Greek Week 2011.<br />

• Greek students helped the <strong>Oklahoma</strong> Blood Institute by donating<br />

approximately 500 units during the 2010/2011 academic year.<br />

• The combined GPA <strong>of</strong> the Panhellenic sororities has exceeded the<br />

all-women’s GPA each consecutive semester since fall 2005.<br />

• 19 individual and/or organizational awards were given to Greek students or<br />

chapters at the 2011 Campus Leadership Awards.<br />

• Four <strong>of</strong> the five executive <strong>of</strong>ficers <strong>of</strong> the current UCO Student Association<br />

are Greek.<br />

• Order <strong>of</strong> Omega, the Greek honor society, has awarded two UCO Greeks<br />

with national scholarships for the past four years.<br />

• Since 2009, Greeks served more than 500 local elementary school children<br />

during their annual “Greekster Egg Hunt”.<br />

• The 2011 Freshman King and Queen were both Greek.<br />

• The 2010 Homecoming King and Queen were both Greek.<br />

• In March <strong>of</strong> 2010, more than 100 IFC fraternity men joined together to assist<br />

with efforts at a local neighborhood with Rebuilding Together. This was their<br />

4th year to participate in that type <strong>of</strong> project during the IFC Day <strong>of</strong> Service.


FAQs<br />

Q: Do the chapters at UCO haze?<br />

A: Each Greek organization<br />

enforces a code <strong>of</strong> standards,<br />

intended to encourage members<br />

to make good decisions, along with a series<br />

<strong>of</strong> educational programs. In addition, UCO is firmly against hazing<br />

in any form and violators are punished accordingly. A copy <strong>of</strong> our formal<br />

anti-hazing policy is available in the Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice. Should you ever<br />

encounter hazing in any form, you are asked to contact the Greek<br />

Advisor at 405.974.2580 or greeklife@uco.edu.<br />

Q: What is the time commitment?<br />

A: As with any organization, you get out what you put in. All organizations<br />

will have some mandatory activities (meetings, ceremonies, etc.).<br />

Although there are some busier times, on average, you can expect a<br />

1-2 evening commitment to chapter activities each week.<br />

Q: Do I have to live in a chapter house?<br />

A: Not all <strong>of</strong> our chapters have houses, but the chapters that do love<br />

to have their members live there at some point during their Greek<br />

experience. Some chapters do have a requirement to live in the chapter<br />

house, typically around two semesters. However, they also understand<br />

that you may already have a commitment and can sometimes be<br />

flexible with extenuating circumstances. It’s best to inquire about such<br />

requirements during the membership process. Cooperation and living in<br />

the house help ensure chapters function to the best <strong>of</strong> their ability.<br />

Q: What about grades? Is there a GPA requirement?<br />

A: Scholarship is very important to each <strong>of</strong> our organizations. Each group<br />

sets their own scholastic standards for membership, but any student<br />

can look into membership. For Panhellenic, a 2.5 or higher high<br />

school GPA or a 2.3 or higher college GPA is recommended for the<br />

optimum Recruitment experience. For IFC, each chapter sets their own<br />

scholastic standards for membership, but a 2.50 is recommended. For<br />

our NPHC chapters, students will have to wait until they’ve completed<br />

some college coursework and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA. Our MGC<br />

chapters also set their own scholastic standards for membership.


GREEKS AT UCO<br />

“I learned a great deal about leadership, motivation, persistence, and patience. There was<br />

a tremendous benefit gained from learning how to deal and work with different<br />

personalities.” Adam Johnson, Director <strong>of</strong> Prospective Student Services and Scholarships<br />

“My Greek Life experience helped me develop poise and<br />

confidence to succeed, along with a world wide support network<br />

and life long friends.” Adrienne Nobles, Director <strong>of</strong><br />

Communications and Marketing<br />

“Being Greek enhanced my ability to plan programs and map out strategies with other<br />

organizations. I learned the history <strong>of</strong> my fraternity and other fraternal organizations<br />

and how to plan and execute a “classy” pageant, step, and network with other campus<br />

leadership.” Chris Snoddy, Student Conduct Officer<br />

“Joining my sorority was the best decision I made in college. It not<br />

only introduced me to leadership and an active social life, it led me<br />

to my career in Student Affairs.” Kay Robinson, Director <strong>of</strong> Campus<br />

Activities and Events<br />

Being a member <strong>of</strong> a sorority allowed me the opportunity to strive to maintain the<br />

expectation to continue to be a leader within the community as well as on campus. Greek<br />

Life has opened many doors for me. I have wonderful sisterhood and memories that will<br />

last forever. Being Greek helped me become the person I am today.” Lindsay Echols,<br />

Coordinator <strong>of</strong> Multicultural Student Services<br />

“My sorority experience left me with the satisfaction that it was okay<br />

to be myself and that conformity was not an option. I grew up in a<br />

large family <strong>of</strong> women so to have that same environment in college<br />

was encouraging during difficult semesters. I was blessed to have<br />

the opportunity to join a sorority that helped me grow in leadership,<br />

patience and compassion.” Keisha Bryant, Academic Advisor


GREEKS AT UCO<br />

“Not only did I find true sisterhood with my sorority, but it plugged me in to UCO and all<br />

it has to <strong>of</strong>fer. The leadership skills I learned helped me succeed in college and were<br />

marketable to employers when I pursued internships and a career.” Lyndsay Holder,<br />

Volunteer and Service Learning Center Coordinator<br />

“Every good experience I had in college somehow related back to<br />

my decision to join a fraternity. It’s a decision that some people feel<br />

like they could do without, but after experiencing it, they wouldn’t<br />

want to live without it. There is a Greek organization out there for<br />

everyone, find yours!” Nathan Woolard, Admissions Counselor<br />

“Going Greek can be one <strong>of</strong> the best and most rewarding experiences that you will<br />

encounter as a collegian. You will have the opportunity to develop strong leadership skills<br />

and to become a part <strong>of</strong> a strong community. You will be challenged to grow and succeed<br />

in ways that you might not have considered. You will gain a lot from membership in a<br />

Greek organization, but you will also have the opportunity to give back to the community<br />

in many ways through service.” Cole Stanley, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs<br />

“When I joined my sorority in college, I meet women who were doing<br />

exceptional things within their careers and communities. They not<br />

only inspired me, but supported and encouraged me to reach for my<br />

own greatness.” MeShawn Conley, Director <strong>of</strong> Multicultural Student<br />

Services<br />

“Being Greek allowed me to develop leadership skills and build life-long friendships.”<br />

Lisa Antonelli, Director <strong>of</strong> Development College <strong>of</strong> Liberal Arts<br />

“It provided a great opportunity for social interaction and helped me<br />

develop friends for a lifetime.” David Bennett, Journalism Instructor<br />

“I made life-long friends through my sorority. A few <strong>of</strong> us still get together as <strong>of</strong>ten as<br />

we can. We keep in touch via weekly emails. I wouldn’t trade my sorority experience<br />

for anything.” Beverly Endicott, Director <strong>of</strong> Sponsored Programs for the College <strong>of</strong><br />

Math and Science


GREEK ALPHABET<br />

ΒBETA<br />

ΓGAMMA<br />

∆DELTA<br />

ΑALPHA<br />

Ε<br />

EPSILON<br />

Ι<br />

IOTA<br />

ΝNU<br />

ΡRHO<br />

ΖZETA<br />

ΚKAPPA<br />

ΞXI<br />

ΣSIGMA<br />

ΗETA<br />

Λ<br />

LAMBDA<br />

O<br />

OMICRON<br />

ΤTAU<br />

ΘTHETA<br />

ΜMU<br />

ΠPI<br />

Υ<br />

UPSILON<br />

ΦPHI<br />

ΧCHI<br />

ΨPSI<br />

ΩOMEGA


GREEK speak<br />

Alumnae: Initiated members who have graduated<br />

Bid: A formal invitation to pledge or associate with a chapter<br />

Bid Day: Final Day <strong>of</strong> Recruitment when a Potential New Member receives an invitation to<br />

join a chapter<br />

Chapter: A local group <strong>of</strong> an (inter)national social sorority or fraternity<br />

Fraternity: A social Greek lettered brotherhood; the term “fraternity” also applies<br />

to some sororities<br />

Hazing: Any intentional or unintentional reckless action or situation – with or without consent<br />

– that endangers a student or creates risk <strong>of</strong> injury, mental or physical discomfort,<br />

harassment, embarrassment, and/or ridicule – whether on campus <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>f campus – for the<br />

purpose <strong>of</strong> initiation into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in any<br />

student organization or team recognized by the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong><br />

Initiate: A fully initiated member <strong>of</strong> the chapter<br />

Initiation: Ritual or ceremony in which a new member begins full membership in a specific<br />

organization, this is also called “crossing” in NPHC and MGC chapters<br />

Intake: The process for joining a NPHC or MGC organization<br />

Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC): <strong>Central</strong> governing body <strong>of</strong> fraternities that provides<br />

service to chapters; the IFC holds chapters accountable for policies and procedures <strong>of</strong> the<br />

council and the <strong>University</strong><br />

Legacy: Student whose parent, sibling, grandparent, or other immediate family member is a<br />

member <strong>of</strong> a particular organization; Being a Legacy does not guarantee an <strong>of</strong>fer <strong>of</strong><br />

membership from any chapter<br />

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC): <strong>Central</strong> governing body to the Multicultural Greek<br />

Chapters at UCO<br />

New Member: Member <strong>of</strong> a Greek letter organization who has not yet been initiated<br />

New Member Program: Time in which new members <strong>of</strong> an organization learn about<br />

the chapter<br />

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC): <strong>Central</strong> governing body <strong>of</strong> the traditionally<br />

African-American chapters at UCO<br />

Panhellenic Council: <strong>Central</strong> governing body <strong>of</strong> the NPC sororities; <strong>of</strong>fers services to<br />

chapters and the community as a whole; from the Greek meaning all (Pan) Greeks (Hellenic)<br />

Philanthropy: Charitable project to raise money and awareness for a particular cause<br />

sponsored by each chapter on campus<br />

Potential New Member (PNM): Any student going through a Greek council’s<br />

membership process<br />

Recommendations/ References: Written letter signed by an alumnus recommending<br />

a potential member for membership in a Panhellenic Chapter; these are not necessary for<br />

participation in Recruitment<br />

Recruitment: Social experience organized by the Panhellenic Council in which mutual<br />

selection allows each potential member an opportunity for chapter membership<br />

Rho Gamma / Recruitment Counselor: Woman who is available during formal<br />

Panhellenic recruitment to answer questions about recruitment and assist PNMs<br />

Rush: Social experience developed by the Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC) fraternities to<br />

determine chapter membership<br />

Silence: Initiative in Panhellenic Recruitment where PNMs cannot socialize with members<br />

outside <strong>of</strong> Recruitment events until Recruitment ends, allows a PNM to decide for herself,<br />

without the influence <strong>of</strong> others, which group she wishes to join; Because <strong>of</strong> Silence, we ask<br />

you not to befriend members <strong>of</strong> our chapters on Facebook until Recruitment ends<br />

<strong>Sorority</strong>: A social Greek lettered sisterhood


UNIVERSITY OF<br />

CENTRAL OKLAHOMA<br />

Greek Life<br />

VERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA<br />

GREEK LIFE<br />

fraternity and sorority life<br />

Greek Life on the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong> campus began with the founding<br />

<strong>of</strong> the first fraternity on campus the in 1957. With it began the legacy <strong>of</strong> committed<br />

members that have contributed to the continued growth and success <strong>of</strong> the Greek system<br />

at UCO. Many sororities and fraternities have been founded along the way and their<br />

members continue to serve the <strong>University</strong> community with pride. Greek Life consists<br />

<strong>of</strong> the Inter-Fraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Panhellenic Council and<br />

the developing Multicultural Greek Council. These groups are the governing bodies and<br />

umbrella organizations that oversee all fraternities and sororities established at UCO.<br />

Greek Life is a part <strong>of</strong> Student Life and just one <strong>of</strong> the many ways that students at UCO<br />

can become involved in the <strong>University</strong> Services community. Both sororities and fraternities focus<br />

on several values for their members to commit to including academic success, campus<br />

involvement, leadership opportunities, philanthropic service, personal enrichment and a<br />

connection to last a lifetime. We welcome you to UCO and can’t wait to see the imprint<br />

you leave on the campus and Greek Life.<br />

CONTACTS<br />

rnational Services<br />

greek contact info<br />

Assistant Director <strong>of</strong> Greek Life<br />

and Student Organizations<br />

Jessica Schwab<br />

100 N. <strong>University</strong> Dr., Box 322<br />

Edmond, OK 73034<br />

(405) 974-2580<br />

greeklife@uco.edu<br />

International<br />

Services<br />

International<br />

International Services<br />

International Services<br />

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA<br />

International<br />

Services<br />

Visit the Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice in the Nigh<br />

<strong>University</strong> Center Room 212A or visit our<br />

website at www.uco.edu/greek.<br />

UNIVERSITY OF<br />

CENTRAL OKLAHOM<br />

Internation<br />

Services<br />

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OK<br />

International S<br />

Internat<br />

Services<br />

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA<br />

Greek Life<br />

A Division <strong>of</strong> Student Affairs


Financial Responsibility<br />

Financial responsibility is important for all college students. Every member agrees to be fiscally<br />

responsible as a student and chapter member. Fees may include membership dues, room, board,<br />

building fund and a parlor fee. Costs differ for chapters that do not have chapter structures, however,<br />

the annual cost <strong>of</strong> membership is listed below.<br />

While sorority and fraternity structures are recognized as student housing, their residential structures<br />

are not located on <strong>University</strong> property and are privately owned. Questions about individual housing<br />

facilities should be directed to the chapter’s local Housing Corporation Board. Further financial<br />

information will be made available during each council or chapter’s membership process.<br />

NPHC and MGC organizations typically charge anywhere from $300 - $1,000 for the first year<br />

<strong>of</strong> membership. That cost drops significantly after the first year and most <strong>of</strong>ten will not exceed $400 for<br />

membership each year thereafter. More information regarding finances is given at individual chapter<br />

informational sessions.<br />

Average Chapter Fees for Panhellenic Sororities<br />

Fee Range Average<br />

*New Member Fee $40-$75 $56.25<br />

*Initiation Fee $80-$184 $138.50<br />

*Pin/Badge Fee $48-$54 $50.50<br />

Monthly Chapter Dues (typically August – May) $145-$179 $161<br />

National Dues (annual) $0-$120 **N/A<br />

*Additional One Time Fees $0 - $350 **N/A<br />

Additional Annual Fee $0 - $125 **N/A<br />

UNIVE<br />

CENTRAL<br />

Gree<br />

Out-<strong>of</strong>-House Member Fee (parlor fee) $0 - $179 **N/A<br />

Rent (if living in house) $365-$710 $487.50<br />

UNIVERSITY OF C<br />

Internatio<br />

*Fees are one time fees and occur most commonly during the first semester <strong>of</strong> membership.<br />

The amount listed typically includes associate member, badge and initiation fees.<br />

**There is no average for these fees because they are not charged by each organization.<br />

The difference in average chapter fees for the first year <strong>of</strong> membership for each <strong>of</strong> the four Panhellenic sororities is less than $250.<br />

Average Chapter Fees for IFC Fraternities<br />

Fee Range Average<br />

*New Member Fees $45-$102 $67.83<br />

*Initiation Fees $150-$290 $223.66<br />

Monthly Chapter Dues (typically paid August – May) $85-$100 $85.83<br />

Int<br />

Ser<br />

National Dues $0-$180 per year N/A<br />

Annual Fee $0-$60 per year N/A<br />

Out-<strong>of</strong>-House Fee (Parlor fee) $0 - $25 N/A<br />

Rent (if living in house) $250-$400 $320.83<br />

*Fees are one time fees and occur most commonly during the first semester <strong>of</strong> membership.<br />

The amount listed typically includes associate member, badge and initiation fees.<br />

**There is no average for these fees because they are not charged by each organization.


2011 uco fratermities<br />

Chapter: UCO Colony<br />

Founded: November 25, 1987 at Texas Tech <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: Reaching Out, CASA, Young Knights<br />

Flower: Silver Rose<br />

Mascot: Knight<br />

Colors: Scarlet and Silver<br />

Fun Fact: Omega Delta Phi is the newest fraternity to join the UCO Greek<br />

Community and the first fraternity in the UCO Multicultural Greek Council.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Received recognition as an <strong>of</strong>ficial group in<br />

April 2011.<br />

Founded at UCO: April 30, 2011<br />

Website: www.omegadeltaphi.com<br />

Ω∆F<br />

Omega delta phi<br />

fraternity, inc.<br />

One Culture,<br />

Any Race


2011 uco fratermities<br />

Chapter: Lambda Pi<br />

Founded: January 9, 1914 at Howard <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: Sigmas Against Teenage Pregnancy Plus (SATAPP), March <strong>of</strong><br />

Dimes birth defect division, Sigmas Waging War Against Cancer<br />

(Project SWWAC)<br />

Flower: White Carnation<br />

Mascot: Dove<br />

Colors: Royal Blue and Pure White<br />

Famous Members: Emmitt Smith, George Washington Carver, Huey P. Newton,<br />

Blaire Underwood, Frank Trigg (UFC), Jerry Rice, Morris Chestnut, Nelson<br />

Mandela, and former president Bill Clinton.<br />

Fun Fact: First NPHC fraternity to be recognized on the campus <strong>of</strong> Howard<br />

<strong>University</strong> on April 15, 1914, the first fraternity to be constitutionally bound with<br />

a sister organization (Zeta Phi Beta) and the only NPHC Organization to have a<br />

member on the face <strong>of</strong> a U.S. coin (George Washington Carver, 1951 half dollar).<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Highest Fraternity GPA, Spring 2010; Highest<br />

NPHC GPA, Spring 2010; 2007-2008 NPHC President; 2nd place in 2008 ‘Ante<br />

Up’ Step Show; Highest Fall 2007 GPA among NPHC fraternities at UCO.<br />

Founded at UCO: January 9, 1979<br />

Website: www.pbs1914.org<br />

Culture for Service, and<br />

Service for Humanity<br />

FBS<br />

phi beta sigma<br />

fraternity, inc.


2011 uco fratermities<br />

Chapter: Sigma Kappa<br />

Founded: November 17, 1911 at Howard <strong>University</strong><br />

Mascot: Bulldog<br />

Colors: Royal Purple and Old Gold<br />

Famous Members: Carter G. Woodson, Jesse Jackson, Michael Jordan,<br />

Ricky Smiley, Steve Harvey and Vernon Jordan.<br />

Fun Fact: Omega Psi Phi was the first fraternity founded at a<br />

historically black college or university.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: NPHC Member <strong>of</strong> the Year 2007; Small<br />

Chapter <strong>of</strong> the Year 2006; two All-American UCO Football players; the Dr. Jere<br />

Roberson Scholarship (in honor <strong>of</strong> said advisor).<br />

Founded at UCO: March 10, 1978<br />

Website: www.oppf.org<br />

omega psi phi<br />

fraternity, inc.<br />

Friendship is<br />

Essential to the Soul


2011 uco fratermities<br />

Chapter: Epsilon Gamma<br />

Founded: January 5, 1911 at Indiana <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: Guide Right, Rebuilding Together, St. Jude Foundation, Adopt-a-<br />

School, Piney Woods Camp, iKare, Ebony Awareness Bowl, Thanksgiving and<br />

Christmas Food Baskets, and Kappa Scholarship Foundation.<br />

Flower: Red Carnation<br />

Colors: Crimson and Cream<br />

Famous Members: Dr. Rev. Ralph Abernathy (Civil Rights Leader), William<br />

Johnson (CEO, BET), Wilt Chamberlain, Oscar Robertson, Bill Russell (NBA Hall<br />

<strong>of</strong> Fame), Pastor Bishop Eddie Long (Largest Church in Atlanta).<br />

Fun Fact: The <strong>of</strong>ficial call is “Yo Baby” and the organization is an originator <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Kane Step.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: Received recognition to return to campus in<br />

Spring 2010.<br />

Founded at UCO: February 1963<br />

Website: www.kappaalphapsi1911.com<br />

KAΨ<br />

Achievement in Every Field<br />

<strong>of</strong> Human Endeavor<br />

KAPPA ALPHA PSI<br />

fraternity, inc.


2011 uco fratermities<br />

Chapter: Zeta Sigma<br />

Founded: December 4, 1906 at Cornell <strong>University</strong><br />

Philanthropy: March <strong>of</strong> Dimes, Head Start <strong>of</strong> America, and<br />

Boys and Girls Club<br />

Flower: Yellow Rose<br />

Mascot: A.P.E.<br />

Colors: Black and Old Gold<br />

Famous Members: Martin Luther King, Jr., Thurgood Marshall,<br />

and Kennan Ivory Wayans.<br />

Fun Fact: 60% <strong>of</strong> Black male doctors are Alpha men, 65% <strong>of</strong> Black male lawyers<br />

are Alpha men, 70% <strong>of</strong> Black male dentists are Alpha men.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: 2011 Greek Week Team Champions; 2011<br />

Greek Week Spring Sing Champions; 2011-2012 NPHC President Greek<br />

Momentum Award 2010; NPHC Member <strong>of</strong> the Year 2008 and 2010; Top NPHC<br />

GPA Fall 2008; Greek Week Team Champions 2007 and 2008; Alpha Phi Alpha<br />

Chapter <strong>of</strong> the Year 2007; the Charles Harris Wesley Community Services Award.<br />

Founded at UCO: November 3, 1969<br />

Website: www.alphaphialpha.com<br />

Alpha Phi ALPHA<br />

fraternity, inc.<br />

First <strong>of</strong> all, Servants <strong>of</strong> all,<br />

We shall transcend all


2011 uco fraternities<br />

national pan-hellenic council (nphc)<br />

All NPHC groups put a strong emphasis on community service, brotherhood and sisterhood,<br />

and scholarship. An all NPHC/Multicultural Greek Council Informational will be held at 6 p.m.,<br />

September 1, in the Heritage Room at the Nigh <strong>University</strong> Center. This is a great opportunity for<br />

you to visit with the chapters and ask questions about the process for membership.<br />

NPHC is the governing body <strong>of</strong> the historically black fraternities and sororities. The <strong>University</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong> has seven <strong>of</strong> the nine national NPHC chapters. The NPHC recruitment<br />

process is called Membership Intake and occurs at various times throughout the school year as<br />

each NPHC chapter conducts its own unique process. The start <strong>of</strong> the process for each group<br />

is generally an informational meeting. Those meetings will be advertised through campus flyers<br />

and will be available in the Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice at the start <strong>of</strong> the semester. Before taking part in<br />

intake, you will need to complete a certain number <strong>of</strong> credit hours. The minimum for college<br />

credit hours completed is 12 along with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, but some organizations<br />

require more hours. It’s best to attend the Informational to discover the requirements for the<br />

organization(s) that interest you.<br />

the four nphc fraternities at<br />

uco include:<br />

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.<br />

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.<br />

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.<br />

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.<br />

the four nphc fraternities<br />

at uco include:<br />

UCO is in the process <strong>of</strong> establishing its MGC, but<br />

already has one fraternity who will be governed by<br />

the council on campus, Omega Delta Phi, a Latino/<br />

multicultural organization.<br />

The Multicultural Greek Council will serve as the governing body for the Latino, Latina, Asian<br />

or other Greek letter organizations and will seek to provide better communication and interaction<br />

between Multicultural Greeks. The membership process is very similar to that <strong>of</strong> the NPHC and is<br />

advertised through campus flyers and available in the Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice at the start <strong>of</strong> the semester.<br />

Both NPHC and the member organizations <strong>of</strong> the Multicultural Greek Council put a strong<br />

emphasis on community service, brotherhood and sisterhood, and scholarship.<br />

For more information about these chapters, please contact the UCO Greek<br />

Life <strong>of</strong>fice at greeklife@uco.edu or 405-974-2580.


2011 uco fratermities<br />

Chapter: Epsilon Sigma<br />

Founded: 1899 at Illinois Wesleyan <strong>University</strong> in Bloomington, IL<br />

Philanthropy: Ronald Reagan’s Alzheimer’s Association & St. Jude’s<br />

Childrens Hospital<br />

Flower: Red Carnation<br />

Mascot: Greek God Apollo<br />

Colors: Crimson Lake and Pure Silver<br />

Famous Members: President Ronald Reagan, Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson,<br />

Terry Bradshaw and Steve Forbes.<br />

Fun Fact: TKE was the first fraternity at UCO and is the largest active social<br />

fraternity in the world with more than 270 active chapters and colonies.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: IFC President 2011; 2011 Greek Week Step<br />

Show Champions; IFC Secretary 2010; 1st Place Greek Week Step Show 2010;<br />

IFC Man <strong>of</strong> the Year 2008; Team Champions Greek Week 2006; 2nd place<br />

Spring Sing 2006.<br />

Founded at UCO: February 23, 1957<br />

Website: www.tke.org<br />

Local Website: www.ucotke.com<br />

tau kappa epsilon<br />

Not for wealth, Rank or Honor,<br />

but for Personal Worth and<br />

Character


2011 uco fratermities<br />

Chapter: Beta Zeta<br />

Founded: June 28, 1920 at <strong>Central</strong> Missouri State<br />

Philanthropy: Books for Kids<br />

Flower: White Rose<br />

Colors: Blue and White<br />

Famous Members: Dennis Miller, John Ashcr<strong>of</strong>t, Gil Morgan, John (Jack) Link<br />

and Stan Musial.<br />

Fun Fact: Sigma Tau Gamma was the first fraternity to embrace cultural<br />

diversity.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: IFC Man <strong>of</strong> the Year 2010; Awarded with<br />

national recognition for Most Distinguished Chapter in 2007( runner-up in 2008,<br />

2009, 2010); Man Mile Award 2011; Greek Week Team Champions 2008 and<br />

2010; Greek God 2008, 2009 and 2011; IFC Man <strong>of</strong> the Year 2006 and 2010;<br />

HAB Chair 2010; Homecoming King 2010; Freshman King 2010; Top Fraternity<br />

Grades Fall 2009; Regional Chapter <strong>of</strong> the Year 2008, 2010 and 2011; Recipients<br />

<strong>of</strong> Regional Scholarship Award and Regional Leadership Award; Sigma Tau<br />

Gamma Most Improved Chapter award; Greek Week Champions 2006.<br />

Founded at UCO: May 10, 1959<br />

Website: wwww.sigmataugamma.org<br />

Local Website: www.ucosigtau.com<br />

sigma tau gamma<br />

Men <strong>of</strong> Principle


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Chapter: Mu Tau<br />

Founded: January 1, 1869 at Virginia Military Institute<br />

Philanthropy: St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital<br />

Flower: White Rose<br />

Mascot: Snake<br />

Colors: Black and Gold<br />

Famous Members: Bob Barker, Harrison Ford, Super Bowl winning quarterback<br />

Eli Manning, Archie Manning, Paul Rudd and Eli Young Band.<br />

Fun Fact: First fraternity founded in direct opposition to hazing.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: 2011 Greek Week Team Champions; 2011<br />

Greek Week Spring Sing Champions; Mr. Greek UCO 2010; Top IFC GPA<br />

Fall 2008; UCOSA President 2007, 2008, 2010 and 2011; Greek Week Team<br />

Champions 2008; Winterglow 1st Place 2006 and 2008; Honorable Mention for<br />

Rock Chapter 2006.<br />

Founded at UCO: March 9, 2002<br />

Website: www.sigmanu.org<br />

Local Website: www.ucosigmanu.com<br />

sigma nu<br />

To Lead and<br />

Develop Honorable Men


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Chapter: Lambda Iota<br />

Founded: March 1, 1868 at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Virginia<br />

Philanthropy: Big Brothers/Big Sisters<br />

Flower: Lily <strong>of</strong> the Valley<br />

Mascot: Fire Truck<br />

Colors: Garnet and Old Gold<br />

Famous Members: John Stewart, Tim McGraw, Ted Koppel, Rick Dees, Hinder<br />

lead guitarist Joe Garvey and drummer Cody Hanson, Bobby Bowden, Scott Van<br />

Pelt, S. Truett Cathy, Jan Kinsler and Jeremy Piven.<br />

Fun Fact: The lead guitarist and drummer for the band Hinder were founding<br />

members <strong>of</strong> the UCO Pike chapter in 2002.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: IFC Chapter <strong>of</strong> Excellence 2010; Top IFC<br />

GPA Fall 2010; Greek and All-School International Football Champions 2009 and<br />

2010; Top IFC GPA Spring 2008; IFC Man <strong>of</strong> the Year 2007; Greek Week Team<br />

Champions 2009; Spring Sing Champions 2006-2010; Outstanding Community<br />

Service for a UCO Student Organization 2007; Homecoming King 2007-2009;<br />

Greek God 2006, 2007 and 2011; Freshman King 2006 and 2007; Mr. Greek UCO<br />

2007; UCOSA President 2006 and 2009.<br />

Founded at UCO: April 13, 2002<br />

Website: www.pikes.org<br />

Local Website: www.ucopikes.com<br />

pi kappa alpha<br />

Once a Pike,<br />

always a Pike


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Chapter: Kappa Pi<br />

Founded: December 10, 1869 at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Virginia<br />

Philanthropy: Annual Bathtub Push with the <strong>Oklahoma</strong> City <strong>University</strong><br />

Kappa Sigma chapter.<br />

Flower: Lily <strong>of</strong> the Valley<br />

Colors: Scarlet Red, White, and Emerald Green<br />

Famous Members: Jimmy Buffett, Robert Redford, Bob Dole and Jerry Jones.<br />

Fun Fact: Kappa Sigma Fraternity has founded chapters on more than 300<br />

campuses in North America, making it one <strong>of</strong> the largest fraternities in the world.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: 2011 Greek Week Step Show Champions;<br />

2010 Two IFC Executive Officers; 2011 Mr. Greek UCO; 2007 All IFC Intramural<br />

Champs; 2006, 2008 and 2009 All-School Intramural Champs.<br />

Date founded at UCO: October 10, 1969<br />

Website: www.kappasigma.org<br />

Local Website: www.ucokappasigma.com<br />

Kappa sigma<br />

Not for a day, an hour or a<br />

college term - but for life.


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Founded: May 12, 1904 at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Michigan<br />

Philanthropy: Seven Days <strong>of</strong> Service<br />

Flower: Sprig <strong>of</strong> Acacia<br />

Colors: Black and Gold<br />

Famous Members: William Howard Taft, William Jennings Bryan, and<br />

George A. Malcom.<br />

Fun Fact: Only IFC fraternity to select a name over Greek letters.<br />

Recent Campus Achievements: 2011 Greek Week Team Champions; 2011<br />

Greek Week Spring Sing Champions; Four members on the 2010 IFC Executive<br />

Council; three time football tailgating champions; 2008 Founders Achievement<br />

Award for Outstanding Chapter at the National Conclave Awards; Awards<br />

for Campus Achievement, Campus Leadership, and Athletic Achievement at<br />

National Conclave; opened a brand new chapter house in 2008; 10 <strong>of</strong> last 14<br />

Homecoming Kings; 2nd place all school intramurals in 2008; 2nd overall IFC<br />

Grades in Fall 2007; Greek Week 2007 Step Show champions; and two UCOSA<br />

presidents in the past seven years.<br />

Founded at UCO: 1964<br />

Website: www.acacia.org<br />

Local Website: www.ucoacacia.org<br />

Human Service


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IFC Fraternity<br />

Rush Schedule<br />

Fraternity Rush is the process where UCO’s Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC) fraternities obtain<br />

new members. Organizations included in the IFC are: Acacia, Kappa Sigma, Pi Kappa<br />

Alpha, Sigma Nu, Sigma Tau Gamma and Tau Kappa Epsilon.<br />

Formal Rush Orientation<br />

6:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 6<br />

Nigh <strong>University</strong> Center, Constitution Hall<br />

At rush orientation you will be introduced to each <strong>of</strong> the IFC fraternity chapters at the<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong>. You will learn everything there is to know about the<br />

recruitment process and how membership can benefit you. It is strongly encouraged that<br />

you attend orientation. During rush orientation, you will receive a map <strong>of</strong> the fraternity<br />

houses and a bid card which you will need for the house visits. These items will not be<br />

available for pick up prior to rush orientation.<br />

Informal House Visits<br />

8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., September 6-9<br />

Respective Fraternity Houses<br />

You will have the opportunity to visit with chapter members at events held at their chapter<br />

houses and are responsible for visiting each fraternity at least once during this week. Be<br />

sure to take your bid card with you in order to receive your stamp. This is the prime time to<br />

ask questions about membership opportunities, potential obligations and get a tour <strong>of</strong> the<br />

house before you commit to joining.<br />

When you accept an <strong>of</strong>fer <strong>of</strong> membership in a fraternity one <strong>of</strong> the chapter members will<br />

sign your bid card. When your membership is <strong>of</strong>ficial the chapter will take your bid card and<br />

return it to the Greek Life <strong>of</strong>fice. Bid cards will only be accepted by chapter members. More<br />

specific information will be given about this process at orientation.


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How to Register for<br />

Inter-Fraternity Council Rush<br />

Registration<br />

To participate in Fall Formal Rush, the<br />

online recruitment registration form,<br />

registration fee <strong>of</strong> $10, an <strong>of</strong>ficial transcript<br />

and an optional picture (a senior picture is<br />

suggested) must be submitted.<br />

Register online at www.uco.edu/greek. Click on<br />

“IFC Rush” and complete the online registration form. The cost to register is $10<br />

before August 31 and $15 between August 31 and September 8.<br />

The registration fee is non-refundable.<br />

You can register online at:<br />

www.uco.edu/greek


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