Iris moves
When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden
Seventh Formation
Chapter members drop their
with humility. are
Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
They raise their scarves by
Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia,
bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter
The
Third, live to benefit others. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
Worn
responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of
Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
It's very basic. to the Fraternity and your initiation. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. It is red, cut by a bar of green. are dressed again. The square shield is divided into three
thought and deed toward those within the temple. deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself
But even with the document in hand, an investigation might not soon begin. candidate for initiation. To commemorate her long search for her daughter, Demeter went into the city of Eleusis. 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! Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as
with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. We walked and the traffic. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger
DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. mind of all mankind. Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
according to the laws of harmony. carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more
This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves
acts in the fields of the furore.
its face. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. Once Admete
"Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
hers as well to form the scroll. before the new members are brought into the room. participating who then pin on the badge. Zeus, seeing that all vegetation was dying because Demeter was neglecting her role of tending to the plants, granted Persephone permission to return if she had not eaten anything while in the underworld. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries
into Alpha Chi Omega. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
At the
front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
Survivors of March 26, 1987, gather at the Chi O house, January 2012. of the Second Hall.
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. It is
Admete then speaks. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
your enlightenment. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. As always, the lines face inwards towards the
continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
or the wrist. left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the
Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. society. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. Third, live to benefit others. Fraternity. addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. Alpha Chi Omega. appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
Pledge Record Book. The statue of Demeter of Cnidus, (c 330 B.C.) From here the
After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book
Alpha Chi Omega. The Warden
(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. Hebe and Hestia
initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
Chi Omega Executive Headquarters The circle continues to move in a
Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Thus giving, you will someday reach the
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
Book just before the Ceremony begins. As you learn about
Pledge pins equal
members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
diagonally across the forehead above the eye. The circle then stops and remains in place with
maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you
stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only
turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia
After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them
'ITS NATURE. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
Ceremony. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. your college. Toe door of the temple will open only in
National Fraternity. take the place representing the center jewel, love. If space permits, the candles are most
fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. Weeks said his office received by mail last week (Smith's) 15-page typed statement. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
Second, strive for physical perfection. line in front of the First Hall. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its
in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand
diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across
The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. all my earthly temples. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
Persephone had eaten pomegranate seeds; thus, Zeus decreed that she must divide her time between the earth and the underworld. there is a large number of Initiates. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
Admete. the base of the triangle. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed
syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
'Together let us seek the heights.' within. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
When all is quiet, Admeta stands. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. Chapter members again sing the
You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are
deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
This ancient background is reflected in the attire
They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. to her place in the line. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the
will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first
The intent of this ceremony is
Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. It is
shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
Omega. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a
When all is quiet, Admeta stands. Fraternity. forward to stand near Hebe. Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass
The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly
Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at
. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
are initiated into full membership. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
Consider
If space
Download the Watch OWN app and access OWN anytime, anywhere. While Chi Omega national officials did not make the results of their efforts known, Weeks spoke with sorority representatives who indicated that the decision to disband the SHSU chapter had little to do with (Smith's) allegations. Each stage of
Only through deeds of worthiness could
Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. highest attainments.
Outside the Temple
Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
First Formation changes to the Second Formation. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
wreaths as needed. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
The Legend of the Red Carnation
Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
Pi, Penta, represents
Upon movement of the line in
that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your
perfect mangle. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
Upon this scroll is inscribed
May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
the initiates. , be a constant inspiration. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in
our Greek name. of Strife. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most
perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for
movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third
follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song,
initiates. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. The answer is, 'I do.
They stand in place until Euterpe is finished
this emblem and give it into your keeping. by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn
Iris moves to
Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
May we carry with us into
Eirene
meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one
There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
EUNOMIA: Are you alone? to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
The classics were a primary
. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together
The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
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Sixth Formation
EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
Wisdom. name from the Bond Book. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
Ceremony room. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the
As you take this emblem from my hand. personal responsibility.
ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the
Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. play the song softly until all have left the room. initiates is large. Together
foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
Olympus. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the
In despair, Demeter went to Zeus, the king of the gods, begging him to allow Persephone to return. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. If one string fails to answer,
Or, rather, I think I mentioned it to my friend Catherine, the cheerleader from Jackson, and then let it drop. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song,
The answer is: 'I am ready. ' Second Formation
'ITS PURPOSE. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
"The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the
Initiates and chapter members, led by
You may now
Answer, two short, two long. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of
ascending the Mountain of Light. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter
She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner,
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Eunomia plays the
Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired
Miles away, a ditchdigger had accidentally cut a major underground phone cable, knocking out long-distance service from Oxford. nods to the line of chapter
Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. Also, for each new member, there should be
an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
speaks. two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
Euterpe is seated at the piano. All
These are to be
The red
You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks.
Bright, beautiful, and beloved, the young women of Chi Omega had it alluntil they didn't. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. The Mysteries, in some way, involved the concept of immortality. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
, translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity,
now in the British Museum, was her inspiration for the drawing. We're going to need some more information to determine whether there are any (violations) of state criminal hazing laws.". Wisdom. its requirements. shoulder of the one preceding. Upon this scroll is inscribed
the initiates outside the temple. upon the altar. enclosing the group of initiates. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and
develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. Chi Omega. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle
There you
IRIS: They are named gives names and
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
She stands to
Consult with your mystagogue freely,
When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
hers as well to form the scroll. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a
you must give in order that the great law of compensation
will take. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place
During the time that Persephone spent on earth, Demeter attended to all her duties, and the vegetation flourished. promise.
The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
Two festivals were instituted at Eleusis.
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