Fraternity

In today 's society, people are constantly being judged based on their looks, weight, sexuality, and anything that distinguishes them from the idealistic view of humanity. However, millions of organizations such as the NAACP and the National Center for Transgender Equality have been established to combat discrimination. Although each individual group is specialized in combatting a specific form of discrimination, they all share the goal to eventually achieve equality for everyone. Because of…

There's So Many The University Of Toledo has many different student organizations to choose from. The organizations vary in types such as Academics , Special Interest , and also Greek. Their were so many to choose that I couldn't narrow it down to one so I decided to gain knowledge on Toledo Black Student Union, Alpha Kappa Alpha , and also UT Cross and Track Club. The first organization that stood out the most to was the UT Cross and Track Club. This organization gives the students , and also…

These are all valid questions. many prospective fraternity members don't realize, and are not informed of what the pledging process and hazing will entail, because this information is hidden in secrecy by the brotherhood of the fraternity. Many hazing traditions involve alcohol. Alcohol is a common element in hazing. Drinking games can lead quickly to alcohol poisoning — especially when inexperienced, underage drinkers are served hard liquor (a few vodka bottles are easier to hide than a keg)…

chapter in accomplishing the Fraternity goal of attaining individual and social excellence. She educates chapter members concerning acceptable behavior in all settings and ensures Kappa Policies and Risk Management Procedures are followed during an event. Role of the Event Chairman: ➢ Plan and coordinate chapter events and activities. ➢ Educate the chapter on social graciousness. ➢ Define acceptable behavior, conduct and personal etiquette at social events. ➢ Follow Fraternity Policies…

Hazing does not always end well for everyone because people can die from certain events during the hazing process; moreover, “82% of deaths from hazing involve alcohol” (“What is Hazing” 1). This is caused by members of a certain organization forcing new people to drink excessively and not taking care of them when they are falling all over themselves or as far as being not responsive. However, in most organizations people do take in account how much people can handle and if these same people…

socialize, and participate in philanthropy events. New students are often intrigued to join Greek life due to the encompassment of many attributes people commonly look for in their college experience. For instance, attending parties (known as mixers) at fraternity houses, creating long lasting friendships, and most importantly the feeling a sense of belonging. Greek life is a…

system, each individual creates a unique chapter. Nitschke expresses that, “Fraternity is a composite of these different individuals at different points of their lives bound together by the fragile ties of sisterhood. Unity in diversity is the key.” I think that at this time of our lives is when we the bonds we make with other people are the most important. Because just like Ms. Nitschke said, the strength of our Fraternity is not the many who are alike but the many who are different but who…

New members develop an understanding of themselves, their relationship to the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. The New Member Experience is comprised of a six-week curriculum, which is supplemented by Aspirations — a hard-copy keepsake book given to each member as a resource and welcome gift. To view Aspirations, click here. The six-week curriculum…

Kappa Leadership Conference Handout: Optional Board Positions The Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity Bylaws require that each association has a President, Secretary and Treasurer. The following are some suggestions for other positions to involve members and expose them to the idea of serving on the board in a larger capacity at some point. Time commitment (suggested) 1 = High 2 = Medium 3 = Low Vice-President/President-Elect: 1 This individual could succeed the President in the following year or in…

recolonize our chapter and achieve greater heights! Below, Jim Henry, BZ 988, shares the story of the hard work our brothers put into building the new house in 1989: In 1989, a Centennial Building Committee for the Beta Zeta Chapter of the Sigma Nu Fraternity was formed. The purpose of this committee was to raise funds for the new house so we could break ground in the Spring of 1990 and have it completed by the Summer of 1992, which was the 100th anniversary of Beta Zeta at Purdue. The…