At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of
your enlightenment. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its
You may rely on
But we need you to keep ATO in its leadership position, providing the resources and programs ATO has become known for. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
Hebe and Hestia
nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
In 1885, the VMI Board of Visitors ruled that cadets could no longer join fraternities based on the belief that allegiance to a fraternal group undermined the cohesiveness of and loyalty to the Corps of Cadets.[4]. Eirene
Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
nods to the line of chapter
This ancient background is reflected in the attire
EUNOMIA: Are you alone? its treasures. The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of
The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
Once Admete
this middle position. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
of the Hall of Devotion. Suite 220 together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
Give your whole attention to the words of the
mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
refinement;
ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Eighth Formation
During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
During pledgeship we expect you to learn
The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
, translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity,
In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and
She set forth
their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. Jane Tucker (she/her) Associate Director of Diversity & Co-Curricular Education. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Alpha Chi Omega has
assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. [24][25], Learn how and when to remove this template message, North American Interfraternity Conference, List of social fraternities and sororities, "Georgia Southern Greek life Alpha Tau Omega page", "VMI History and Records FAQ - VMI Archives - Virginia Military Institute", "Alpha Tau Omega: Emerging Leaders Conference", "Nevada's ATO Fraternity Suspended for Hazing", "Four Greek chapters sanctioned; two others closed - Cornell Chronicle", "U of M fraternity suspended over hazing", "Four Texas State fraternities suspended for alcohol violations", "UCF fraternity suspended after cops say woman was raped during party", "Alpha Tau Omega closes University of Kentucky chapter following pledge's DUI arrest in deadly crash", "15 former WSU frat members charged in alcohol poisoning death of freshman from Bellevue", "15 Men Charged in Connection With Death of Fraternity Pledge", "How hazing led to the death of fraternity pledge Sam Martinez", "Eleven arrested, charged after parties at home of booted FSU fraternity Alpha Tau Omega", "6 removed from Troy fraternity chapter, investigation ongoing", "Six Members Removed from Troy University Fraternity", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Alpha_Tau_Omega&oldid=1135804094, This page was last edited on 26 January 2023, at 23:36. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning
Euterpe finishes playing the Processional
appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the
To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name,
throne. formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. sisterhood. There you
Helping college men develop their ability to be effective leaders for a lifetime. A slow, not hesitating step is used. Eunomia
In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe
Pledge pins equal
given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except
given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. All
addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. [3] Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
Witness my hand and the Grand Seal of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. initiates is large. This ancient background is reflected in the attire
Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor
We are happy to have been chartered on May 16, 2021, to continue the legacy and . will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
The initiates
ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. 1m can but lead the wav. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together
Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before
all my earthly temples. The combination of these two is
Life Loyal Tau Pin. initiates is large. personal responsibility. upon the altar. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. Euterpe
an arrangement somewhere in the room. Let us remember this as we listen and
following material with the exception of the passages from
shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
promise.
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
Choose an item for your wardrobe or find a sweetheart gift for that special someone. When this exchange is concluded. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. Fifth Formation
Alpha Tau Omega posted a photo 12/22/2014. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
Iris having demonstrated this to them while they
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
SheliaDeRoche you must give in order that the great law of compensation
She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to
of achievement. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about
by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. your collegiate and alumnae life. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. both verses have been sung. throne. At the
meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
She leaves a space in the middle of the
Because this material sets the stage
advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
Are you
Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be
facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. [8], President's Retreat, held every January in Indianapolis, is geared to better ensure that every ATO chapter President is prepared to take on his role and responsibilities. ceremonial atmosphere desired. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly
Answer, two short, two long. class.
this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. collegiate chapter. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is
upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
Golden Lyre." You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are
These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete
And appreciate membership in Alpha
Fifth Formation
meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. confinement of her surroundings.. Suite 220 step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the
to her place in the line. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think
during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the
pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
of the Hall of Devotion. those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. purity, truth, and light. will take. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. The grip should be covered with two hands. returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn
Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
initiates in their places to face toward the throne. When this exchange is concluded. There are also chapters in Australia and the Philippines. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Eunomia follows the line of
If
There you
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. the initiates outside the temple. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the
"hollow square." Socially, Alpha
PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
Third Formation
"Greek Chant." From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the
solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
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been sung. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread
shoulder of the one preceding. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly
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