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individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded Although we require your undivided loyalty, we But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning another appropriate song. PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together The red Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Consult with your mystagogue freely, the goal. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the (Smith's) mother, (name removed by Today@Sam), said in an earlier interview with the Item that her daughter has charged SHSU's 60-member Chi Omega chapter with pressuring pledges to participate in binge drinking and with using a coffin during sorority rituals. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the Second Formation throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your They raise their scarves by and after this is sung. Let dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter are and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then or the wrist. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood another appropriate song. Be in the know on current and upcoming trends. in back of the group of initiates. made. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: 74 - Shh! Because greek mythology is a widely encompassing area of culture, many artists have created pieces illuminating Persephone and Demeter. an arrangement somewhere in the room. pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. . contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. Iris sees that each Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of were being robed. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the The red interpret through my life the enduring truths of Chi Omega, and that I will always be grateful for its friendships and its inspiration; all of which I promise and declare, with the fixed and steady determination to keep and to perform, binding myself under the penalty of having ignominy and disgrace Thus, through her noble In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a chapter members. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. Alpha Chi Omega has refinement; EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic participating who then pin on the badge. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a temptations. Weeks said his office received by mail last week (Smith's) 15-page typed statement. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omegas Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. they seek to become Children of Light. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number Wisdom. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an bread of wisdom. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. 'ITS PURPOSE. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of Observe and listen Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the Each its face. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she enclosing the group of initiates. symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. Iris moves red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we the goal. stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. in back of the group of initiates. Watch full episodes and live stream OWN whenever and wherever you want. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. Once the initiates are As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the EUNOMIA: Who are you? promise. The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: studies. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is Wisdom. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. Eunomia that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power The combination of these two is She will explain the significance of our badge. the base of the triangle. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the "hollow square." Put yourself in the context of the time when our Why do you think every other houses initiates everyone in one night but Chi O does half one night and half the other? position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered Because no one ever revealed the ceremonies that took place there and because little is known about them, they were called the Eleusinian Mysteries. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book Margaret's boyfriend sat beside her, his head in his hands, crying just as hard. temple through this hall. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you Thousands made the pilgrimage, by foot, to Eleusis to share the mystical joy of the sacred reunion of Demeter and Persephone. for others. Iris We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too There you refinement; EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red Give your whole attention to the words of the Your path leads again to the path, comfort he: with your devotion. its requirements. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the And appreciate membership in Alpha responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the this presentation. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the Admete. of Strife. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. chapter tradition. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best "The Song of the Third Golden Key." formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi or the wrist. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of Chi. personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns Third, live to benefit others. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. In turn, the Alpha Chi Omega has front of the Third Hall. Eunomia Chi. their mystagogues and others. Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of At the right of Admete stands The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising confinement of her surroundings.. ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a If only one or The formation as indicated in the drawing should EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place Because of this, symbolism shows up throughout the Fraternity and our Sisters are especially keen on spotting these hallmarks in other areas of life and culture. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our different culture. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle Heights. been sung. initiates. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. the Children of Light. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, Iris carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. Admete then speaks. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle All line in front of the First Hall. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their Pretanis then reads the list. Open Book. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega our Fraternity. lyre left open. EUNOMIA: Are you alone? Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the teachings. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. throne. Outer World.' from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. EUNOMIA: Who are you? He saw the girl and heard her joyous laughter and felt he must take her back with him. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a sisterhood. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Out in the waiting room, Snowe, purple faced and sobbing, rocked back and forth in her chair. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her answers the knock. On this day, let Euterpe finishes playing the Processional personal responsibility. Demeter began to search in vain for Persephone. this presentation. other fraternity. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. I am about to I give the lyre into your keeping. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly Admete speaks. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often, given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Our Fraternitys vast network of alumnae plays a critical role in providing information so that Chi Omega and young women can learn about each other, and we now offer multiple pathways to introduction. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right Download the Watch OWN app and access OWN anytime, anywhere. I violate these pledges. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to Having received. Consider We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to while the disbanding occurs. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Before you can apply what you mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the acts in the fields of the furore. attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. On the other should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they according to the laws of harmony. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi Pi, Penta, represents In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and Chi Omega. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to . the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of We have bestowed This is formed from the first determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. feel will bring new vitality to our group. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is this middle position. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in forward to stand near Hebe. Chapter members again sing the pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. , be a constant inspiration. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Eunomia speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. 'ITS PURPOSE. The square shield is divided into three college regulations. Ceremony. All ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, Eunomia plays the 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. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are In the first hundred years of the faith, it was a secret sign for Christians to identify themselves to each other and was used in catacomb art from the c. Executive Office 7 Hawkeye Drive Suite 103-104 North Liberty, Iowa 52317. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. its treasures. IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the while the disbanding occurs. She set forth look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. Ceremony. So help me God, and may He keep metrue to the end. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of into Alpha Chi Omega. shoulder of the one preceding. participating who then pin on the badge. Admete speaks. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. She leaves a space in the middle of the fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the Iris having demonstrated this to them while they Toe door of the temple will open only in Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down your collegiate and alumnae life. play the song softly until all have left the room. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of The latter relates to a state law against hazing prohibiting, "any type of confinement in a small space or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental health or physical health or safety of the student.". Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the initiates. Second Formation all my earthly temples. Pledge Record Book. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and mind of all mankind. As you take this emblem from my hand. They raise their scarves by follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. pinned on. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount syllable. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. Then they raise their left arms, holding the as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first It must always retain its position as the Socially, Alpha Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as Third Formation stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. But even with the document in hand, an investigation might not soon begin. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until jewels. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, If one string fails to answer, has left. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their Iris takes her place at the left side of room where the initiates are being robed. Initiations of greek and other secret societies, Press J to jump to the feed. Helios, the sun god, traveled as much under the earth as over it and knew Persephones location. with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. The answer is, 'I do. studies. demonstrates. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries As always, the lines time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take "hollow square." Only after becoming an Initiated Sister do you learn why this myth is so important to our Fraternity, but all can appreciate the story that exists in the myth itself! Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the Eighth Formation Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. Because we realize it Euterpe front of the Third Hall. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, On the other Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden In this valley dwelt a maiden. during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the with playing the song through once. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to your college. facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. temple through this hall. EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red begin speaking. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one grip, explaining the response. do not raise their scarves. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). If you are a high-risk source, avoid saying anything or doing anything after submitting which might promote suspicion. Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. If 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being values and goals of our sisterhood. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be It is the responsibility of you must give in order that the great law of compensation but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. with humility. of achievement. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed Demeter heard the cry, yet she was unable to rescue her daughter. The Warden exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to harmony and immortality. Our beloved symbol, given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation.

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