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2026 GUIDE TO

FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE

WELCOME TO

AGGIELAND HOWDY!

Congratulations and welcome to Texas A&M University. As a part of the Aggie family, get ready for a life-changing adventure that is filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and prepare for future success. I am thrilled you are considering our outstanding Aggie Greek Community to enhance your experience as an Aggie. Joining a fraternity or sorority is a big commitment that will help prepare you for life after you graduate from Texas A&M. Committing to one of our more than 55 chapters will expand your network and create exciting opportunities to develop and engage as a leader as you progress towards your degree. Through the Texas A&M Core Values, our Greek chapters are committed to academic success, civic engagement, lifelong friendships, and leadership. The impact of the Aggie Greek Community is seen throughout campus, our community, and our Former Students. As a member of a fraternity or sorority, you will be challenged and empowered to not only learn about yourself, but also learn how to participate as a member of a community. As you look through this informative guide, you will be introduced to a thriving community of student leaders. I hope you will consider all the positive aspects of a lifelong membership within the largest learning community at Texas A&M. If you have questions, our talented staff in the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life can provide information and support to help you explore the various possibilities of membership. Congratulations again, and best wishes to you as you begin your college experience at Texas A&M as a member of Greek Life. It will truly be an unforgettable experience! Gig ’Em! BILL KIBLER, PH.D. Vice President for Student Affairs Texas A&M University

ABOUT

FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE

Fraternity and Sorority Life’s purpose is to empower fraternity and sorority students to take full advantage of available resources, develop as student leaders, and to establish and maintain healthy fraternal organizations. The mission of Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) is to build a multifaceted fraternity and sorority community that enhances the Aggie experience by supporting opportunities for leadership, academic success, civic engagement, and the creation of fraternal bonds. FSL is comprised of professional staff that support the community, councils and student leaders. Each council is advised by a full-time council advisor.

OUR DEPARTMENT

The Department of Student Activities fosters and supports leadership, learning and involvement opportunities that enhance the growth and development of students and recognized student organizations. As members of the university community, we are committed to a philosophy of shared responsibility that develops leaders of character dedicated to serving the greater good, and we subscribe to the Texas A&M Core Values of Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect and Selfless Service.

PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES Chapter Coaching Program

Each chapter president meets monthly with a staff member in FSL to share updates, talk through challenges, and access resources. This program allows greater touch points with student leaders from all chapters and provides them opportunities to develop and achieve the goals that they set each academic year.

Greek Due Funding Allocations Board

The Greek Dues Funding Allocation Board (GFAB), made up of representatives from all councils, is our source for qualified and trained chapters. Chapters may apply for funding for programming, leadership development, and attendance at national training and conventions.

Leadership Retreat

Every January, all chapter presidents and council executive officers attend an overnight retreat where they develop leadership skills, define their priorities for the upcoming year, and build relationships with peers across all four councils. This program provides the opportunity for chapter leaders to grow their individual leadership skills while forming community with one another.

Aggie Greek Week of Treats

Hosted at the end of the spring semester, FSL hosts several events of giveaways and activities to celebrate the achievements of the year.

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AT A GLANCE

NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL

NPHC

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) was established in 1930 at Howard University as a national coordinating body for eight, eventually nine, historically African American fraternities and sororities which had evolved on American college and university campuses by that time. Many African American students on historically white campuses were prevented from joining pre-existing fraternities and sororities. Students interested in joining an NPHC organization must attend NPHC’s Hazing Prevention Workshop hosted at the beginning of each semester to be eligible. Interested students should attend chapter programs and events, attend an interest meeting or informational, get to know members of the organization and communicate with a member of the organization directly. Learn more at nphc.tamu.edu.

KEY EVENTS NPHC WEEK

The council hosts NPHC week at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. This week is dedicated to strategic programming to create awareness about how to join an NPHC organization. Each chapter will host their individual week or weekend of events throughout the semester.

UNITING DIVINE SISTAHS (UDS)

The “Uniting Divine Sistahs” program is dedicated to empowering African American women of all classifications at Texas A&M University by providing culturally relevant information. The UDS Program and Retreat educates participants on challenging typical gender roles, leading in diverse organizations, healthy body image and effective goal setting skills.

MEMBERSHIP DUES To join an NPHC organization, you can expect the range to be between $1,200-$2,100. Cost varies by organization. For one semester, an active member can expect to pay between $50-$350. All Aggie Greeks will pay a $25 Greek Enhancement Due on their student bill each semester for the duration of their membership.

ΑΦΑ

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. First of all, servants of all, we shall transcend all Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Alphas, Pi O Cornell University, 1906 Pi Omicron Chapter, 1985 Scholarship, Fellowship, Good Character, and Uplifting of Humanity apa1906.net @potentpio

ΑKΑ

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. By Culture and By Merit Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

AKA, Xi Psi Howard University, 1908 Xi Psi Chapter, 1985 Sisterhood, Scholarship, Service to All Humankind aka1908.com @xi_psi1985

∆ΣΘ

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Deltas, OQ Howard University, 1913 Omicron Omega Chapter, 1984 Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood deltasigmatheta.org @tamu_deltas

KAΨ

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Achievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Kappas, Blackheart Nupes Indiana University, 1911 Nu Alpha Chapter, 1987 God, Family, School, Kappa kappaalphapsi1911.com @blackheartnupes

ΩΨΦ

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Friendship is Essential to the Soul Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Ques Howard University, 1911 Nu Delta Delta Chapter, 1992 Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift oppf.org @nddques

ΦBΣ

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Culture for Service and Service for Humanity Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Sigmas Howard University, 1914 Alpha Lambda Alpha Chapter, 1996 Brotherhood, Scholarship, Service phibetasigma1914.org @tamu_sigmas

ΣΓΡ

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Greater Service, Greater Progress Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

S-G-Rho, Poodles Butler University, 1922 Lambda Lambda Chapter, 1990 Sisterhood, Scholarship, Service sgrho1922.org @tamu_sgrho

ZΦB

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Community Conscious, Action Oriented Organization Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Zetas Howard University, 1920 Pi Omicron Chapter, 1993 Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood zphib1920.org @piozetas

MULTICULTURAL GREEK COUNCIL

MGC

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) creates and maintains high standards for its 19 culturally based fraternities and sororities and affiliate member organizations. MGC was founded in 1999 and it has been steadily growing ever since. In order to promote the benefits of belonging to a culturally-based fraternity and sorority, MGC provides support and services for minoritized students by encouraging higher education, offering opportunities for community service, enhancing leadership skills, and serving as the liaison between council members and the university to improve the campus climate. Individual chapters may host recruitment during the first two weeks of school each semester and proceed with intake at predetermined times throughout the academic year. The council hosts MGC Week each semester to help students become more acquainted with member organizations. Learn more at mgc.tamu.edu mgc.tamu.edu.

KEY EVENTS MGC WEEK

The council hosts MGC Week in the fall and spring semesters. This week is dedicated to programming to promote personal development, council unity, and contribute to the visibility of the council. The council’s signature program MGC Showcase is also hosted which features performances by most organizations.

CULTURAL AWARENESS & LEADERSHIP

MGC hosts Día de Muertos with the Hispanic Presidents’ Council and MSC CAMAC each fall semester. MGC also hosts Taste of Asia with the Asian Presidents’ Council as part of APIDA Heritage Month each spring. The council also hosts a few leadership retreats for members each semester.

MEMBERSHIP DUES To join an MGC organization, you can expect the range to be between $100-$700. Cost varies by organization. For one semester, an active member can expect to pay between $50-$300. All Aggie Greeks will pay a $25 Greek Enhancement Due on their student bill each semester for the duration of their membership.

BTΩ

Beta Tau Omega Fraternity, Inc. Brothers from Beginning to End Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

B-T-O Texas A&M University, 1995 Local organization Wisdom, Honor, Courage betatauomega.com @betatauomega

Chi Psi Beta Fraternity, Inc. Solidarity Among Peers Chi Psi Texas A&M University, 1998 Local organization Brotherhood, Service, Culture tamuchipsibeta.org @chipsibeta.tamu

XYΣ

Corazones Unidos Siempre, Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. Wisdom Through Education Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

CUS, Women of Wisdom Rutgers University, 1980 Phi Chapter 2000 Leadership, Sisterhood, Service, Character justbbecus.org @cus_phi

∆EΨ Chapter Principles Website Instagram 10

Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles

DEPsi October 1, 1998 at the University of Texas at Austin Gamma Chapter, Est 2001 Brotherhood, Discipline, Commitment deltaepsilonpsi.org @depsi_tamu

D-K-D Texas A&M University, 1999 Alpha Chapter, 1999 Sxsterhood, Service, Indomitable Spirit, Education, Culture deltakappadelta.com @dkdtamu

ΓΑΩ

Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc. Nos Una Crescemus (United We Will Grow) Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

G-A-O, Gammas University of Arizona, 1993 Alpha Epsilon Chapter, 2019 Honesty, Integrity, Leadership, Scholarship, Unity gammaalphaomega.org @gammaalphaomega.tamu

ΓB

Gamma Beta National Fraternity, Inc. Making Good Men Better Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles

Delta Epsilon Psi Fraternity, Inc. In Brotherhood Lies Our Strength Nickname(s) Founded

Delta Kappa Delta Sorority, Inc. I slept and dreamt that life was joy, I awoke and saw that life was service, I acted, and behold, service was joy.

Website Instagram

XΨB Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

∆K∆

Instagram

G-B University of Texas at Austin, 2000 Gamma Chapter, 2008 Brotherhood, Unity, Courtesy, Respect, Discipline, Integrity, Perseverance, Indomitable Spirit, Humility @tamugammabeta

ΓΦΩ

Gamma Phi Omega International Sorority, Inc. Unity and Sisterhood, Now and Forever, One and Inseparable Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

G-Phi-O, Swans Indiana University, 1991 Upsilon Chapter, 2014 Academic Excellence, Community Service, Cultural Awareness, Sisterhood tamugphio.wixsite.com/ tamuswans @tamu_gphio

K∆X

Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. Leading with Integrity, United Through Service Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

K-D-Chi Texas Tech University, 1987 Beta Chapter, 1991 Unity, Honesty, Integrity, Leadership kappadeltachi.org @tamukdchi

Λ∆Ψ

Lambda Delta Psi Sorority, Inc. Through Love and Devotion, Sisterhood Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles

Website Instagram

L-D-Y, L-D-Psi University of Oklahoma, 2009 Gamma Chapter, 2010 Leadership, Integrity, Devotion, Independence, Temperance, Sisterhood, Unity, Grace, Audacity, Respect lambdadeltapsi.org @tamuldpsi

ΛΣΥ

Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc. Latinos Siempre Unidos (Latinos Always United) Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

LSU or Upsilons Rutgers University–New Brunswick, Alpha Chapter, 1997 Expansion group** Brotherhood, Leadership, Scholarship, and Community Service lsu79.org @tamu_lsu

ΛΘΑ

Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Universal Women, Redefining Sisterhood Nickname(s) Founded Chapter

L-T-A, Lambda Ladies Kean College, 1975 Beta Eta Chapter, 1998

Principles

Unity, Love, Respect

Website Instagram

lambdalady.org @lta_betaeta

ΛΘΦ

Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. Chivalry Above Self Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Lambdas Kean College, 1975 Alpha Theta Chapter, 1997 Unity, Brotherhood, Respect, Pride thelambdas.org @tamu_lambdas

Ω∆Φ

Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc. Crescit Eundo (It Grows As It Goes) Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

O-D-Phi, Knights Texas Tech University, 1987 Delta Chapter, 1991 Unity, Honest, Integrity, Leadership omegadeltaphi.com @tamuknights

ΦIA

Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Semper Parati, Semper Juncti

Chapter Principles

Phiotas Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1931 Beta Epsilon Chapter, 2007 Intellectual Development, Cultural Consciousness, Personal Growth, Personal Achievement, and Social Awareness

Website Instagram

tamuphia.wixsite.com/tamuphiota @tamu_phiotas

Nickname(s) Founded

P∆X

Rho Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. Together as One, Striving for Excellence Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Rhos, Rho-D-Chi University of California Riverside, 1991 Beta Chapter, 1995 Sisterhood, Service, Scholarship, Social rhodeltachiofficial.com @tamurhos

ΣΛΒ

Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc. Opportunity for Wisdom, Wisdom for Culture Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

University of Iowa, 1986 Eta Beta Chapter, 1998 Community Service, Cultural Awareness, Scholarship, Brotherhood sigmalambdabeta.com @tamubetas

ΣΛΓ

Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. Culture is Pride, Pride is Success Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

S-L-G, Gammas University of Iowa, 1990 Lambda Alpha Chapter, 1998 Academics, Community Service, Cultural Awareness, Morals & Ethics, Social Interaction sigmalambdagamma.org @aggie_gammas

ΣΦΩ

Sigma Phi Omega Sorority, Inc. The Reward is in the Doing Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Betas, S-L-B

Sigmas, S-P-O University of Southern California, 1949 Iota Chapter, 2009 Academic Excellence, Strength, Character, Personal Development, Financial Responsibility aggiesigmas.org @aggiesigmas

INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL

IFC

The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing council for 19 recognized national fraternities. IFC develops standards and creates programming designed to aid and promote the common mission of fraternities: service to the community, leadership development, academic success, advancement of character, and lasting brotherhood. Approximately 1,800 men are members of IFC chapters, comprising nearly 6% of the male undergraduate population at Texas A&M University. Learn more at aggieifc.org. The council hosts recruitment at the beginning of each semester in a semi-structured format. All potential new members must attend Convocation and the IFC Anti-Hazing Presentation prior to accepting a bid from a chapter.

KEY EVENTS

IFC L.E.A.D. PROGRAM

This program was developed to unite emerging leaders from across the community in order to offer leadership training opportunities, hone practical programming skills, cultivate understanding of the inner workings of male-based organizations, while developing a sense of community among IFC chapters.

IFC OLYMPICS

Each spring, the Interfraternity Council organizes a week of competitions designed to foster a deeper sense of connection and pride within our community. During this week, we also partner with the 12th Can to promote our philanthropic duty and combat hunger at Texas A&M.

MEMBERSHIP DUES To join an IFC organization, you can expect the range to be between $600-$1,950. Cost varies by organization. For one semester, an active member can expect to pay between $50-$300. All Aggie Greeks will pay a $25 Greek Enhancement Due on their student bill each semester for the duration of their membership.

AΓP

Alpha Gamma Rho To Make Better Men Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

A-G-R Ohio State University, 1904 Beta Nu Chapter, 1986 Educate, Recognize, Recruit, Commit, Brotherhood tamuagr.com/home @agr_tamu

ATΩ

Alpha Tau Omega πι εψιλον πι (Love and respect) Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

A-T-O Virginia Military Institute, 1865 Theta Sigma Chapter, 1979 To know no north, no south, no east, no west, but to know man as man. aggieato.com @aggie.ato

BΘΠ

Beta Theta Pi Dedicated to Developing Men of Principle for a Principled Life Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

BYX

Beta Upsilon Chi Live Faithfully. Lead Courageously. Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles

Website Instagram

AΣΦ

Betas Miami University, 1839 Epsilon Eta Chapter, 1987 Cultivation of Intellect, Responsible Conduct, Mutual Assistance, Integrity, Trust tamu.beta.org @aggiebeta

Brothers Under Christ or Bucks April 27, 1985 at The University of Texas at Austin Epsilon Eta Chapter, 1987 The Bond of Christ, Faithful and Courageous Friendship, Spiritual Accountability and the Foundational Verse (Psalms 133:1 tamu.byx.org @tamubyx

Alpha Sigma Phi Causa Latet Vis Est Notissima (The cause is

hidden, the results well-known) Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Alpha Sig Yale University, 1845 Theta Rho Chapter, 2016 Silence, Charity, Purity, Honor, Patriotism alphasigstam.wixsite.com/ asptamu @aggie_alphasig

∆ΣΦ

Delta Sigma Phi Better Men, Better Lives Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Delta Sig City College of New York, 1899 Theta Upsilon Chapter, 1995 Culture, Harmony, Friendship deltasig.org @deltasigtamu

∆T∆

Delta Tau Delta Labor for the Beautiful and the Good Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Delt, Delts Bethany College, 1858 Zeta Sigma Chapter, 1993 Truth, Courage, Faith, Power aggiedelts.org @aggiedelts

Kappa Alpha Order Dieu et Les Dames (God and the Ladies) Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

K-A Washington and Lee University, 1865 Epsilon Delta Chapter, 1978 Reverence, Gentility, Knowledge, Leadership, Brotherhood, Excellence aggieifc.org/kappa-alpha @tamukappaalpha

Lambda Chi Alpha Crescent through the Cross

Website Instagram

Phi Delta Theta Eis Aner Oudeis Aner (One Man is No Man) Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Phi Delt Miami University, 1848 Texas Nu Chapter, 1985 Friendship, Sound Learning, Rectitude tamu.phideltatheta.org @aggiephidelt

FIJI

Phi Gamma Delta Friendship, the Sweetest Influence Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

FIJI Jefferson College, 1848 Alpha Mu Chapter, 1979 Friendship, Knowledge, Service, Mortality, Excellence aggiefiji.org @tamu.fiji

ΦΚΨ

ΛXA Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles

Φ∆Θ

Lambda Chi Boston University, 1909 Delta Mu Chapter, 2019 Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Service & Stewardship, Honor, Integrity, Personal Courage tamu.phideltatheta.org @aggiephidelt

Phi Kappa Psi The Great Joy of Serving Others Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Phi Psi Jefferson College, 1852 Texas Eta Chapter, 2019 Honor, Truth, Service phikappapsi.com @aggie_phipsi

ΠΚΑ

Pi Kappa Alpha Scholar, Leader, Athlete, Gentleman Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Pike University of Virginia, 1868 Theta Theta Chapter, 1976 Friendship, Character, Justice, Education aggiepike.com @aggiepike

ΠΚΦ

Pi Kappa Phi Nothing shall ever tear us asunder Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles

Website Instagram

Pi Kapp College of Charleston, 1904 Delta Omega, 1979 Gamma Kappa Chapter, 1982 Common Loyalty, Personal Responsibility, Achievement, Accountability, Campus Involvement, Responsible Citizenship, and Lifelong Commitment tpikapp.org/chapters/deltaomega-3/ @Aggiepikapp

Phi Kappa Tau Men of Distinction

Website Instagram

Sigma Alpha Epsilon The True Gentlemen Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

S-A-E University of Alabama, 1856 Gamma Kappa Chapter, 1982 Friendship, Scholarship, Leadership, Service tamusae.com @aggie.sae

ΣAM

Sigma Alpha Mu True Manhood. Democracy. Humanity. Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Sammy City College of New York, 1909 Gamma Kappa Chapter, 1982 Simplicity, Holiness, Purity, Justice, Sincerity, Fraternalism, Idealism, Truth tamusammy.com @tamusammy

ΣX

Sigma Chi In Hoc Signo Vinces (In This Sign You Shall Conquer)

ΦΚT Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles

ΣAE

Phi Tau, PKT Miami University (OH), 1906 Epsilon Alpha, 1983 Brotherhood, Learning, Ethical Leadership, and Exemplary Character phikappatau.org @tamuphitau

Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

N/A Miami University, 1855 Eta Upsilon Chapter, 1976 Fraternity, Courage, Wisdom, Integrity, High Ambition, SelfControl, Courtesy, Fidelity aggiesigmachi.com @tamusigmachi

ΣΦE

Sigma Phi Epsilon Building Balanced Men Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Sig Ep Richmond College, 1901 Texas Mu Chapter, 2022 Virtue, Diligence, Brotherly Love tamu.sigep.org @tamusigep

ΘX

Theta Chi An Assisting Hand Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

N/A Norwich University, 1856 Eta Upsilon Chapter, 1980 Truth, Temperance, Tolerance aggiethetachi.org @aggiethetachi

TKE

Tau Kappa Epsilon Better Men for a Better World Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Teeks Illinois Wesleyan University, 1899 Pi Eta est. 1981 Love, Charity, Esteem, Patriotism, Civility tamutke.com @aggietke

For more information about IFC Recruitment, visit aggieifc.org

Recruitment Registration opens June 1 tamuifc.mycampusdirector2.com IFC Recruitment Information: aggieifc.org/recruitment Scholarship Opportunities: aggieifc.org/applications

COLLEGIATE PANHELLENIC COUNCIL

CPC

The Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC or Panhellenic) includes 14 nationally recognized sororities. Panhellenic women participate in campus and community activities, various academic endeavors, personal development through the bonds of sisterhood, and developing relationships amongst other organizations. CPC typically hosts primary recruitment one week before classes begin each fall. CPC requires individuals to register for recruitment in order to participate. Recruitment registration typically opens on June 1 and closes in early August. Some sororities participate in recruitment in the spring and will extend an invitation if they choose to hold continuous recruitment. Learn more at cpc.tamu.edu.

KEY EVENTS LEAD[HER]

For Lead[Her], CPC brings a keynote speaker to develop members and create an environment where women feel comfortable to learn, grow, and express themselves. Speakers discuss topics like leadership, women empowerment, career development, and many others to help our community develop.

PROGRESSING PANHELLENIC

Every year, Progressing Panhellenic is hosted to highlight the achievements over the year and encourage sisterhood. We recognize the many accomplishments of the council, chapters, and members within CPC.

MEMBERSHIP DUES To join a CPC organization, you can expect the range to be between $590-$2,360 in addition to the registration fee to participate in recruitment. An active member can expect to pay between $745-$1,765 per semester. For those living in-house, the range for one semester is $4,135-$5,635. The current cost of each chapter is provided during the CPC Recruitment Process. All Aggie Greeks will pay a $25 Greek Enhancement Due on their student bill each semester for the duration of their membership.

AXΩ

Alpha Chi Omega Together Let Us Seek the Heights Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Alpha Chi, A-Chi-O DePauw University, 1885 Zeta Nu Chapter, 1981 Leadership Ability, Personal Development, Academic Interest, Financial Responsibility aggiealphachi.com @aggieaxo

AOΠ

Alpha Omicron Pi Inspire Ambition Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

A-O-Pi, Alpha-O Barnard College, 1897 Tau Mu Chapter, 2017 Character, Dignity, Scholarship, College Loyalty tamu.alphaomicronpi.org @aggieaoii

A∆Π

Alpha Delta Pi We Live for Each Other Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

A-D-Pi Wesleyan Female College, 1851 Zeta Lambda Chapter, 1975 Scholarship, Leadership, Service to Others, Sisterhood adpiaggie.com @aggie.adpi

AEΦ

Alpha Epsilon Phi Many Hearts, One Purpose Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

A-E-Phi Barnard College, 1909 Beta Xi Chapter, 2017 Beauty, Strength, Wisdom aggieaephi.com @aggie_aephi

XΩ

Chi Omega Sisters on Purpose Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Chi-O University of Arkansas, 1895 Xi Kappa Chapter, 1975 Friendship, Involvement, Personal Development, Service, Integrity, Academic Excellence tamuchiomega.com @tamuchio

∆∆∆

Delta Delta Delta Let us Steadfastly Love One Another Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Tri Delta, Tri Delt Boston University, 1888 Gamma Alpha Chapter, 1981 Truth, Self-Sacrifice, Friendship Through Philanthropic Efforts tamu.tridelta.org @tamutridelta

∆Z

Delta Zeta Walk Truly in the Light of the Flame Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

D-Z Miami University, 1902 Lambda Xi Chapter, 1974 Loyalty, Sisterhood, Service, Scholarship, Enriching the Lives of Our Members aggiedz.org @aggiedeltazeta

ΓΦΒ

Gamma Phi Beta Founded on a Rock Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

∆Γ

KAΘ

Delta Gamma Do Good Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Gamma-Phi, G-Phi Syracuse University, 1874 Zeta Rho Chapter, 2004 Love, Labor, Learning, Loyalty aggiegammaphibeta.org @aggiegammaphi

Kappa Alpha Theta Leading Women D-G Lewis School for Girls, 1873 Eta Gamma Chapter, 1997 Learning, Growth, Professionalism, Collaboration, Integrity tamudeltagamma.com @aggiedeltagamma

Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Theta DePauw University, 1870 Delta Omega Chapter, 1976 Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Personal Excellence, Friendship/Sisterhood texasam.kappaalphatheta.org @aggie_theta

K∆

Kappa Delta Let us Strive for that which is Honorable, Beautiful, and Highest Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

K-D Longwood University, 1897 Eta Alpha Chapter, 1999 Friendship, Loyalty, Personal Integrity, Lifelong Learning, Selfless Service tamu.kappadelta.org @aggiekappadelta

KKΓ

Kappa Kappa Gamma Dream Boldly. Live Fully. Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Kappa Monmouth College, 1870 Epsilon Rho Chapter, 1976 Honesty, Trust, Loyalty, Personal Commitment tamu.kappa.org @kappatamu

ΠΒΦ

Pi Beta Phi Friends and Leaders for Life Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles

Website Instagram

Pi Phi Monmouth College, 1867 Texas Eta Chapter, 1985 Integrity, Lifelong Commitment, Honor and Respect, Personal and Intellectual Growth, Philanthropic Service to Others, Sincere Friendship tamu.pibetaphi.org @aggiepibetaphi

ZTA

Zeta Tau Alpha Seek the Noblest Nickname(s) Founded Chapter Principles Website Instagram

Zeta Longwood University, 1898 Theta Gamma Chapter, 1975 Friendship, Leadership, Service, Knowledge, Integrity, Community aggiezta.com @aggiezta

For more information about CPC Recruitment, visit cpc.tamu.edu

Recruitment Registration closes July 31 cpc.tamu.edu/registration Primary Recruitment Schedule: cpc.tamu.edu/scheduledress Information on Reference Letters: cpc.tamu.edu/reference-letters

THE DEPARTMENT OF

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

Fraternity and Sorority Life is part of the Department of Student Activities. A majority of students affiliated with fraternities and sororities are also involved in other clubs, organizations and activities on campus. We have affiliated students in the Corps of Cadets, Freshman Leadership Organizations (FLOs) and Sophomore Leadership Organizations (SLOs), campus traditions, Fish Camp, culturally based organizations, performance groups and even the Student Body President! As a department, Student Activities helps students practice their passion through involvement in over 1,300 recognized student organizations, tons of service opportunities, Aggie traditions and unlimited leadership experiences. Student Activities is home to a number of areas that provide programs and services to students and student organizations: • Campus Engagement & Traditions • Development & Events • Extended Orientation • Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) • Student Organization Leadership and Development (SOLAD) • Student Organization Finance Center (SOFC) In addition to pursuing membership in a fraternity or sorority, we hope you will get involved on campus!

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CAMPUS

RESOURCES

AGGIE EXPERIENCE FUND

OFFICE FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

This fund will enable students of all backgrounds to have the opportunity to participate in “the other education” through university recognized organizations, committees or programs that have a cost associated with participation. Apply for awards up to $250 or 50% of program fees, whichever is greater. Lifetime limit of $1,500 per student.

Provides leadership for campus-wide student success through a common first-year experience, first-generation programs, transfer student programs and advising services.

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ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER asc.tamu.edu

Provides comprehensive academic resources such as tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, academic coaching, workshops on study strategies, and transfer student support.

CAREER CENTER

careercenter.tamu.edu

Provides comprehensive career planning and employment service for students of all majors and classifications.

UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES (UHS) uhs.tamu.edu

UHS provides medical and mental health services. Mental health services include workshops, groups, short-term goal-oriented individual counseling, and referrals to community providers to address students’ mental health struggles. UHS houses HelpLine, the university’s after-hours mental health service providing peer support, information, crisis intervention, and referrals to students, as well as those concerned about students.

DISABILITY RESOURCES disability.tamu.edu

Disability Resources interacts and collaborates with faculty, staff and students to achieve an equitable learning environment for students with disabilities.

STUDENT LIFE

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Provides information, services, programs and involvement opportunities that facilitate responsible life choices and promote awareness of self and the community.

ALCOHOL & OTHER DRUG EDUCATION

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Empowers all Aggies to embrace a culture of holistic well-being that fosters their academic, personal, and professional success.

INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION studentlife.tamu.edu/education/

Empowers all Aggies to embrace a culture of holistic well-being that fosters their academic, personal, and professional success.

NEW STUDENT & FAMILY PROGRAMS

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Assists new undergraduate students as they transition to Texas A&M while supporting families of all undergraduate students.

OFF-CAMPUS STUDENT SERVICES

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Provides an online housing search called Aggie Search and provides tips for living off campus.

MULTICULTURAL SERVICES

STUDENT ASSISTANCE SERVICES

The Department of Multicultural Services assists underrepresented students in their transition to Texas A&M while providing academic and educational services for all students.

Student Assistance Services (SAS) connects Texas A&M students with the appropriate guidance, resources and support to address a variety of persona and academic matters. SAS also hosts Women’s Support Services.

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FAMILY GUIDE TO

AGGIE GREEK LIFE

As your student prepares for their time at Texas A&M University, there are many options for getting involved. Becoming a member of our fraternity and sorority community is one of them! Fraternity and Sorority Life and the Department of Student Activities wants you to know the benefits of joining a fraternity or sorority in the Aggie Greek community.

WHAT IS A FRATERNITY/SORORITY?

Fraternities and sororities have a long history on college campuses. Many early organizations began as literary societies but have grown and evolved over time. Each organization has a unique mission but the essential components of all these values based organizations are leadership, scholarship, service and brotherhood or sisterhood. Fraternity is a term to identify organizations typically designed for men, while sorority is used for women’s organizations.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS?

Going to college is one of the major life changes your student will go through. Joining a fraternity or sorority will help make that transition easier. Developing life-long friendships with the members in their chapter makes our campus feel smaller. For many members, their fraternity or sorority becomes their home away from home and provides a great support system. In addition to the social aspect, these organizations are dedicated to enhancing leadership, scholarship and overall citizenship through a commitment to philanthropy and community service.

WHAT ABOUT AFTER COLLEGE?

The lifelong friendships your student will make through their chapter will last into their time as a former student of Texas A&M University. The Aggie Network is unlike any other and members of the Aggie Greek community have a strong connection to the university after graduating. In addition to the support of the Aggie Network, fraternity and sorority members have inter/national networks for members to use for career placement and job relocation. Membership in an organization is a lifelong commitment with opportunities to remain involved at the local and national levels. The relationships don’t end at graduation and neither do the benefits of membership. Wherever a member ends up after college, chances are they will be able to find an alumni/alumnae chapter or other members of their fraternity/sorority in the area.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Academics are a top priority in the Aggie Greek community. All chapters have academic requirements to join and maintain membership. When students join a fraternity or sorority, they become part of a larger group of students who value their academic and career goals at Texas A&M. In fact, the all Greek Grade Point Ratio (GPR) is consistently above the allcampus average. Current members understand what the new member is facing and can provide support in many areas. Chapters will connect members to resources on campus such as the Academic Support Center, Career Center, and may provide workshops to support student success.

INFORMACIÓN PARA

LAS FAMILIAS

Ahora que los estudiantes se preparan para atender a la universidad de Texas A&M, hay muchas opciones disponibles para que puedan participar. Una de esas opciones es la afiliación a las fraternidades y sororiedades, tambien llamado como Fraternity y Sorority Life (FSL). El departamento de Actividades Estudiantiles, conocido como Student Activities (StuAct) quiere que conozca los beneficios de unirse a una de estas organizaciones del la comunidad Aggie Greek.

¿QUÉ SON LAS FRATERNIDADES Y SORORIDADES?

En inglés, las hermandades estudiantiles se llaman “fraternity” para las organizaciones de hombres y se llaman “sorority” para las organizaciones de mujeres. Las organizaciones que vienen a su vez del latín frater y soror, (que significan “hermano” y “hermana” respectivamente) son organizaciones sociales para estudiantes universitarios. Estas organizaciones tienen una larga historia en las universidades norteamericanas. Las organizaciones más antiguas eran sociedades literarias, pero han crecido y evolucionado con el tiempo. Cada organización tiene una misión única, pero todas las organizaciones les importan el liderazgo, las académicas, el servicio y la hermandad.

¿CUÁLES SON LOS BENEFICIOS PARA LOS ESTUDIANTES? Unirse a una de estas organizaciones, ayudará a facilitar la transición a la universidad. Las amistades con los miembros de su organización los hacen sentir más cómodos a la universidad. Para muchos miembros, su organización se siente como un segundo hogar y lugar

de apoyo. Además de la amistad, estas organizaciones se dedican a mejorar el liderazgo, la educación y tienen un compromiso con la filantropía y el voluntariado en la comunidad.

¿LOS BENEFICIOS DESPUÉS DE LA UNIVERSIDAD?

Las amistades que su estudiante hará a través de la organización durarán hasta después graduación de la universidad de Texas A&M. Los miembros de la Aggie Greek Community tienen una fuerte conexión con la universidad después de graduarse. Además del apoyo de la Aggie Network, los miembros de las hermandades tienen una red de sus organizaciones para que los miembros las utilicen para carreras y ubicaciones de trabajo. La afiliación de una organización es un compromiso de por vida y después de la graduación, algunos miembros continúan involucrados con su organización. Después la universidad, dondequiera que un miembro se mude, es probable que hay otros miembros de la organización allí.

EXCELENCIA ACADÉMICA

Los académicos son una prioridad en estas organizaciones. Todas las organizaciones tienen requisitos académicos para unirse y mantener la membresía. Los estudiantes afiliados se convierten en parte de un grupo de estudiantes que valoran sus metas académicas y profesionales en Texas A&M. El promedio de calificaciones de la comunidad está consistentemente por encima del promedio de todos estudiantes. Los miembros entienden a lo que se enfrenta un miembro nuevo y pueden apoyar en muchas áreas. Las organizaciones se conectarán a los miembros con recursos en la universidad, como Academic Support Center, Career Center, y pueden proporcionar talleres para apoyar el éxito de los estudiantes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS

Q: HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO JOIN A FRATERNITY OR SORORITY?

The cost of dues will depend on the chapter that your student joins. Membership dues directly support the betterment of the chapter and the national organization. To assist members, some chapters may offer various scholarships and grants and most organizations allow a payment plan. Every member of the Aggie Greek community will also pay a Greek Enhancement Due of $25 per semester on their student bill. The Greek Enhancement Dues assist with efforts to meet the needs of our growing fraternity and sorority community while continuing to build a sustainable, value-added fraternity and sorority experience at the university.

Q: IS THERE AN ALCOHOL POLICY CHAPTERS HAVE TO FOLLOW?

Q: I SUSPECT MY STUDENT IS BEING HAZED, WHERE DO I GO TO REPORT IT?

Hazing is a violation of Texas A&M University Student Code of Conduct, student organization policies, and Texas State law. The definition can be found in the Student Conduct Code (Texas A&M Student Rule 24.4.5) which applies to all students. All students have a responsibility to report hazing if they experience it, witness it or know of it occurring. If you or your student is concerned or believes something might be hazing, please report it. Texas A&M University community members have many avenues in which to report incidents of suspected hazing and receive support if they have been hazed. These resources include: • •

Student Life, Student Services Building, 2nd Floor, 979.845.3111 Student Conduct Office, Student Services Building, Suite 309, 979.847.7272 Student Assistance Services, Student Services Building, 2nd Floor, 979.845.3113 Counseling & Psychological Services, Student Services Building, 4th Floor, 979.845.4427 Fraternity and Sorority Life, 224 John J. Koldus Building, 979.862.5636 Corps of Cadets, Office of the Commandant, 979.845.2811 University Police Department, Research Pkwy located on West Campus, 979.845.2345 Student Activities, 125 John J. Koldus Building, 979.845.1133

Yes, all of our fraternities and sororities are Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) and therefore must follow Texas A&M University Student Rules. Per Texas A&M Student Rules Appendix VIII, all membership recruitment activities and new member activities of RSOs must be alcohol free. Some organizations do host events with alcohol such as tailgates, formals and date parties. These events are required to be reviewed by the chapter advisor and have a risk review meeting with a staff member in FSL to ensure they are complying with all student rules and their inter/ national organization’s policies related to events with alcohol.

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Q: IS THE CHAPTER MY STUDENT IS JOINING IN GOOD STANDING?

Students may also submit a Campus Community Incident Report through the Student Conduct Office website.

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At the beginning of each semester, Fraternity and Sorority Life publishes the Aggie Greek Report which is our community scorecard. In the Accountability section of this publication, you will find the organizations with any sanctions that a chapter had the most recent semester as well as the student rule(s) they violated. Find current and past publications at issuu.com/AggieGreekLife

Q: HOW DOES MY STUDENT GET INVOLVED?

There are a few fraternities and sororities that are not supported by our office for the following reason(s). First, there are university-recognized organizations that are not members of one of the four governing councils therefore FSL does not provide oversight. Second, there are organizations that are not recognized by the university, typically due to an organizational suspension, but continue to operate with support from their inter/ national organization independent of the university. These organizations are not recognized by the university and have no support from FSL.