Texas A&M University 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 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 adventu sorority is a big commitment that will help prepare you for life after you graduate from Texas A&M. our 55+ chapters will expand your network and offer rewarding college experiences as an Aggie. Yo and 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 friendships, and leadership. The impact of the Aggie Greek Community is seen throughout campus Former Students. As a member of a fraternity or sorority, you will be challenged and empowered to yourself, but also learn how to participate as a member of a global community.

As the Vice President for Student Affairs, I am committed to your personal and collective success. St number one priority, and I will do all I can to ensure that you are equipped with the necessary reso thrive as a student and as a member of a fraternity or sorority at Texas A&M.

As you look through this informative guide, you will be introduced to a thriving community of student leaders representing 11% of the undergraduate population. 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!

Thanks & Gig ‘Em!

BG JOE E. RAMIREZ, JR. '79, USA (RET.) VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS

Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life

The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life’s purpose is to serve as a liaison among the collegiate chapters, families, alumni, inter/national organizations, supporters, and Texas A&M University, to provide organizational guidance, educational programs, and resources while challenging members to live their fraternal values.

The mission of the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (OFSL) is to build an inclusive Greek community and enhance the collegiate experience by supporting opportunities for leadership, academic integration, civic engagement and the creation of fraternal bonds.

The OFSL 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 Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Programs & Initiatives

AGGIE GREEK ASSEMBLY

This annual meeting is hosted by the OFSL staff to foster community development and share announcements. This meeting is also used to share current trends in fraternity and sorority affairs with the entire Aggie Greek Community.

CHAPTER COACHING PROGRAM

Each chapter president meets monthly with a staff member in the OFSL 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 DUES FUNDING ALLOCATION BOARD

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

AGGIE GREEK WEEK OF TREATS

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

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NPHC National Pan-Hellenic Council

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. Blatant racism had prevented many African American students on historically white campuses from joining general 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. If 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

How much does it cost to join?

To join an NPHC organization, you can expect the range to be between $1,200-$2,100

How much does it cost to join?

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.

First of all, servants of all, we shall transcend all

NICKNAME(S) FOUNDED

Alphas, Pi O

Cornell University, 1906

Pi Omicron Chapter, 1985 Scholarship, Fellowship, Good Character, and Uplifting of Humanity

apa1906.net

potentpio potentpio

Friendship is Essential to the Soul

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

Ques

Howard University, 1911

Nu Delta Delta Chapter, 1992

Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift oppf.org

nddques

nddques

ZFB

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Community Conscious, Action Oriented Organization

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Zetas

Howard University, 1920

Pi Omicron Chapter, 1993

Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood

zphib1920.org

piozetas

piozetas

By Culture and By Merit

NICKNAME(S) FOUNDED

AKA, Xi Psi

Howard University, 1908

Xi Psi Chapter, 1985 Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Service to All Humankind

aka1908.com

xi psi1985

xi_psi1985

Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom

NICKNAME(S) FOUNDED

Deltas, OQ

Howard University, 1913

Omicron Omega Chapter, 1984 Scholarship Service, Sisterhood deltasigmatheta.org

tamu deltas

tamu deltas

SGR Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Greater Service, Greater Progress

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S-G-Rho, Poodles

Butler University, 1922

Lambda Lambda Chapter, 1990

Sisterhood, Scholarship, Service sgrho1922.org

tamu sgrho

tamu sgrho

Achievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor

NICKNAME(S) FOUNDED CHAPTER

Kappas, Blackheart Nupes Indiana University, 1911

Nu Alpha Chapter, 1987 kappaalphapsi1911.com

blackheartnupes

blackheartnupes

FBS Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Culture for Service and Service for Humanity

NICKNAME(S) FOUNDED

Sigmas

Howard University, 1914

Alpha Lambda Alpha Chapter, 1996 Brotherhood, Scholarship, Service phibetasigma1914.org

tamu sigmas

tamu sigmas

IFQ

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.

Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

Iotas

Morgan State University, 1963 Expansion group**

Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity, Brotherhood Among Men iotaphitheta.org

tamuiotas

tamuiotas

AFA Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

AkA Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

KAY Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

WYF Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

DSQ Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

MGC Multicultural Greek Council

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) creates and maintains high standards for its 18 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 culturallybased 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 2 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 http://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 los 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

How much does it cost to join?

To join an MGC organization, you can expect the range to be between $100-$450

How much does it cost to join?

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.

BTW Beta Tau Omega Fraternity, Inc.

Brothers from Beginning to End

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CYB

B-T-O

Texas A&M University, 1995

Local organization

Wisdom, Honor, Courage betatauomega.com

betatauomega

DXN Delta Xi Nu

Multicultural Sorority, Inc.

Changing old ways to new

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Xi Honeys

Texas A&M University, 1997

Alpha Chapter, 1997

Sisterhood, Culture, Education deltaxinu.org

tamu honeys

GFW Gamma Phi Omega International Sorority, Inc.

Unity and Sisterhood, Now and Forever, One and Inseparable

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G-Phi-O, Swans

Indiana University, 1991

Upsilon Chapter, 2014

Academic Excellence, Community Service, Cultural Awareness, Sisterhood tamugphio.wordpress.com

tamu gphio

Chi Psi Beta Fraternity, Inc.

Solidarity Among Peers

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DKD

Chi Psi

Texas A&M University, 1998

Local organization

Brotherhood, Service, Culture tamuchipsibeta.org

chipsibeta.tamu

GAW Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc.

Nos Una Crescemus (United We Will Grow)

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED CHAPTER PRINCIPLES WEB IG T

G-A-O, Gammas

University of Arizona, 1993

Alpha Epsilon Chapter, 2019 Honesty, Integrity, Leadership, Scholarship, Unity gammaalphaomega.org

gammaalphaomega.tamu

TAMUGammas

KDC Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc.

Leading with Integrity, United Through Service

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K-D-Chi

Texas Tech University, 1987

Beta Chapter, 1991

Unity, Honesty, Integrity, Leadership kappadeltachi.org

tamukdchi

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.

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D-K-D

Texas A&M University, 1999

Alpha Chapter, 1999

Sxsterhood, Service, Indomitable Spirit, Education, Culture deltakappadelta.com

dkdtamu

GB Gamma Beta National Fraternity, Inc.

Making Good Men Better

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FOUNDED

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G-B

University of Texas at Austin, 2000

Gamma Chapter, 2008

Brotherhood, Unity, Courtesy, Respect, Discipline, Integrity, Perseverance, Indomitable Spirit, Humility tamugammabeta

LDY Lambda Delta Psi Sorority, Inc.

Through Love and Devotion, Sisterhood

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FOUNDED

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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

LQA Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.

Universal Women, Redefining Sisterhood

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L-T-A, Lambda Ladies Kean College, 1975

Beta Eta Chapter, 1998 Unity, Love, Respect lambdalady.org

lta betaeta

FIA Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Semper Parati, Semper Juncti

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Phiotas

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1931

Beta Epsilon Chapter, 2007 Intellectual Development, Cultural Consciousness, Personal Growth, Personal Achievement, and Social Awareness

tamuphia.wixsite.com/tamuphiota

tamu phiotas

SLB Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc.

Opportunity for Wisdom, Wisdom for Culture

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Betas, S-L-B

University of Iowa, 1986

Eta Beta Chapter, 1998

Community Service, Cultural Awareness, Scholarship, Brotherhood sigmalambdabeta.com

tamubetas

LQF Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc.

Chivalry Above Self

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

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Lambdas Kean College, 1975

Alpha Theta Chapter, 1997 Unity, Brotherhood, Respect, Pride thelambdas.org

tamu lambdas

RDC Rho Delta Chi Sorority, Inc.

Together as One, Striving for Excellence

NICKNAME(S) FOUNDED CHAPTER PRINCIPLES WEB IG

Rhos, Rho-D-Chi University of California Riverside, 1991 Beta Chapter, 1995

Sisterhood, Service, Scholarship, Social rhodeltachiofficial.com

tamurhos

SLG Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc.

Culture is Pride, Pride is Success

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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

aggie gammas

WDF Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Crescit Eundo (It Grows As It Goes)

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

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SIA

O-D-Phi, Knights Texas Tech University, 1987

Delta Chapter, 1991 Unity, Honest, Integrity, Leadership omegadeltaphi.com

tamuknights

Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha, Inc.

Semper Unum et Inseparabilis (Always One and Inseparable)

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SIA, Lovely Latin Ladies

SUNY Albany, SUNY Stony Brook, SUNY New Paltz, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1990 Beta Lambda Chapter, 2018 Solidaridad (solidarity), Inspiración (Inspiration), Amistad (friendship) hermandad-sia.org

sia.tamu

SFW Sigma Phi Omega Sorority, Inc.

The Reward is in the Doing

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

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Sigmas, S-P-O

University of Southern California, 1949 Iota Chapter, 2009

Academic Excellence, Strength, Character, Personal Development, Financial Responsibility aggiesigmas.org aggiesigmas

IFC Interfraternity Council

The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing council for 18 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 VS. CORPS SOFTBALL GAME

Each fall, the Interfraternity Council partners with the Corps of Cadets to host this competition. Teams are comprised of members from their respective chapters/outfits. The proceeds of the event go to philanthropic causes

Membership Dues

How much does it cost to join?

To join an IFC organization, you can expect the range to be between $600-$1,950

How much does it cost to join?

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.

AGR Alpha Gamma Rho

To Make Better Men

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A-G-R

Ohio State University, 1904

Beta Nu Chapter, 1986

Educate, Recognize, Recruit, Commit, Brotherhood

tamuagr.com/home

agr tamu

BQP Beta Theta Pi

Dedicated to Developing Men of Principle for a Principled Life

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

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Betas

Miami University, 1839

Epsilon Eta Chapter, 1987

Cultivation of intellect, Responsible conduct, Mutual Assistance, Integrity, and Trust

tamu.beta.org

aggiebeta

Ka Kappa Alpha Order

Dieu et Les Dames (God and the Ladies)

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K-A

Washington and Lee University, 1865

Epsilon Delta Chapter, 1978

Reverence, Gentility, Knowledge, Leadership, Brotherhood, Excellence

aggieka.org

tamukappaalpha

ASF Alpha Sigma Phi

Causa Latet Vis Est Notissima (The cause is hidden, the results well-known)

NICKNAME(S)

Alpha Sig Yale University, 1845

Theta Rho Chapter, 2016 Silence, Charity, Purity, Honor, Patriotism

alphasigstam.wixsite.com/asptamu aggie alphasig

DSF Delta Sigma Phi

Better Men, Better Lives

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED CHAPTER PRINCIPLES WEB IG

Delta Sig City College of New York, 1899

Theta Upsilon Chapter, 1995 Culture, Harmony, Friendship deltasig.org

deltasigtamu

KS Kappa Sigma

"Bononia Docet" (Bologna Teaches)

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

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Kappa Sig

University of Virginia, 1869

Mu Gamma Chapter, 1982

Fellowship, Leadership, Scholarship, and Service

aggiekappasigma.com

aggiekappasigma

ATW Alpha Tau Omega

πι εψιλον πι (Love and respect)

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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

DTD Delta Tau Delta

NICKNAME(S)

Labor for the Beautiful and the Good Delt, Delts

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Bethany College, 1858

Zeta Sigma Chapter, 1993 Truth, Courage, Faith, and Power aggiedelts.org

aggiedelts

LCA Lambda Chi Alpha

Crescent through the Cross

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

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Lambda Chi

Boston University, 1909

Delta Mu Chapter, 2019

Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Service & Stewardship, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage

lambdachi.org

aggielambdachi

FDQ Phi Delta Theta

Eis Aner Oudeis Aner (One Man is No Man)

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Phi Delt

Miami University, 1848

Texas Nu Chapter, 1985

Friendship, Sound Learning, Rectitude

tamu.phideltatheta.org

aggiephidelt

PKA Pi Kappa Alpha

Scholar, Leader, Athlete, Gentleman

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FOUNDED

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Pike

University of Virginia, 1868

Theta Theta Chapter, 1976

Friendship, Character, Justice, and Education

aggiepike.com

aggiepike

SFE Sigma Phi Epsilon

Building Balanced Men

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED

Sig Ep

Richmond College, 1901

Texas Mu Chapter, 2022

Virtue, Diligence, Brotherly Love

tamu.sigep.org

tamusigep

FIJI Phi Gamma Delta

Friendship, the Sweetest Influence

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED CHAPTER

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FIJI

Jefferson College, 1848

Alpha Mu Chapter, 1979

Friendship, Knowledge, Service, Mortality, Excellence aggiefiji.org

tamu.fiji

SAM Sigma Alpha Mu

True Manhood. Democracy. Humanity.

NICKNAME(S)

Sammy

City College of New York, 1909

Gamma Kappa Chapter, 1982

Simplicity, Holiness, Purity, Justice, Sincerity, Fraternalism, Idealism, and Truth

tamusammy.com

tamusammy

QC Theta Chi

An Assisting Hand

NICKNAME(S)

FOUNDED CHAPTER PRINCIPLES WEB IG

N/A

Norwich University, 1856

Eta Upsilon Chapter, 1980

Truth, Temperance, Tolerance

aggiethetachi.org

aggiethetachi

FKY Phi Kappa Psi

The Great Joy of Serving Others

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Phi Psi

Jefferson COllege, 1852

Texas Eta Chapter, 2019

Honor, Truth, and Service

phikappapsi.com

aggie phipsi

aggie phipsi

SC Sigma Chi

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

NICKNAME(S)

N/A

Miami University, 1855

Eta Upsilon Chapter, 1976

Fraternity, Courage, Wisdom, Integrity, High Ambition, Self-Control, Courtesy, and Fidelity aggiesigmachi.com

tamusigmachi

For more information about IFC Recruitment, visit aggieifc.org!

RecruitmentRegistration opens June 1

tamuifc.mycampusdirector2.com

IFCRecruitmentInformation: aggieifc.org/recruitment

Scholarship Opportunities: aggieifc.org/applications

CPC Collegiate Panhellenic Council

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

How much does it cost to join?

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.

How much does it cost to join?

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.

ACW Alpha Chi Omega

Together let us seek the heights

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Alpha Chi, A-Chi-O DePauw University, 1885

Zeta Nu Chapter, 1981

Leadership ability, Personal development, Academic interest, and Financial responsibility

aggiealphachi.com

aggieaxo

AOP Alpha Omicron Pi

Inspire Ambition

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A-O-Pi, Alpha-O Barnard College, 1897

Tau Mu Chapter, 2017

Character, Dignity, Scholarship, and College Loyalty

tamu.alphaomicronpi.org

aggieaoii

ADP Alpha Delta Pi

We Live for Each Other

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A-D-Pi

Wesleyan Female College, 1851

Zeta Lambda Chapter, 1975 Scholarship, Leadership, Service to others, and Sisterhood adpiaggie.com

aggie.adpi

CW Chi Omega

Sisters on Purpose

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Chi-O

University of Arkansas, 1895

Xi Kappa Chapter, 1975

Friendship, Involvement, Personal Development, Service, Integrity, Academic Excellence

tamuchiomega.com

tamuchio

AEF Alpha Epsilon Phi

Many Hearts, One Purpose

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A-E-Phi

Barnard College, 1909

Beta Xi Chapter, 2017

Beauty, Strength, Wisdom aggieaephi.com

aggie aephi

DDD Delta Delta Delta

Let us Steadfastly Love One Another

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Tri Delta, Tri Delt

Boston University, 1888

Gamma Alpha Chapter, 1981

Truth, Self-Sacrifice, and Friendship through Philanthropic Efforts

tamu.tridelta.org

tamutridelta

GFB Gamma Phi Beta

Do Good

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D-G

Lewis School for Girls, 1873

Eta Gamma Chapter, 1997

Learning, Growth, Professionalism, Collaboration, and Integrity

tamudeltagamma.com

aggiedeltagamma

Walk Truly in the Light of the Flame

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D-Z

Miami University, 1902

Lambda Xi Chapter, 1974

Loyalty, Sisterhood, Service, Scholarship, Enriching the Lives of our Members

aggiedz.org

aggiedeltazeta

Founded on a Rock

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Gamma-Phi, G-Phi

Syracuse University, 1874

Zeta Rho Chapter, 2004

Love, Labor, Learning, and Loyalty

aggiegammaphibeta.org

aggiegammaphi

DG Delta Gamma

DZ Delta Zeta

KAQ Kappa Alpha Theta

Leading Women

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Theta

DePauw University, 1870

Delta Omega Chapter, 1976

Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Personal Excellence, and Friendship/Sisterhood

texasam.kappaalphatheta.org

aggie theta

KKG Kappa Kappa Gamma

Dream Boldly. Live Fully.

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Kappa

Monmouth College, 1870

Epsilon Rho Chapter, 1976

Honesty, Trust, Loyalty, Personal Commitment

tamu.kappa.org

kappatamu

ZTA Zeta Tau Alpha

Seek the Noblest

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Zeta

Longwood University, 1898

Theta Gamma Chapter, 1975

Friendship, Leadership, Service, Knowledge, Integrity, & Community aggiezta.com

aggiezta

KD Kappa Delta

Let us Strive for that which is Honorable, Beautiful, and Highest

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K-D

Longwood University, 1897

Eta Alpha Chapter, 1999

Friendship, Loyalty, Personal Integrity, Lifelong Learning, Selfless Service

tamu.kappadelta.org

aggiekappadelta

PBF Pi Beta Phi

Friends and Leaders for Life

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Pi Phi

Monmouth College, 1867

Texas Eta Chapter, 1985

Integrity, Lifelong Commitment, Honor and Respect, Personal and Intellectual Growth, Philanthropic Service to Others, and Sincere Friendship

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

Recruitment Registration opens June 1

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Primary Recruitment Schedule: cpc.tamu.edu/scheduledress

Information on Reference Letters: cpc.tamu.edu/reference-letters

Student Activities

The Office of Fraternity & 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, FLOs and 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 1,100 recognized student organizations, tons of service opportunities, Aggie traditions, and unlimited leadership experiences.

Student Activities is home to a number of areas the provide programs and services to students and student organizations:

Campus Engagement & Traditions

Extended Orientation

Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life (OFSL)

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!

stuact.tamu.edu

Aggie Experience Fund

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.

studentaffairs.tamu.edu/aggie-experience-fund

Academic Success Center

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

asc.tamu.edu

Career Center

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

careercenter.tamu.edu

Counseling & Psychological Services

CAPS offers workshops, groups, short-term goaloriented individual counseling, and referrals to community providers to address students' mental health struggles. CAPS houses HelpLine and the Suicide Awareness & Prevention Office.

caps.tamu.edu

RESOURCES CAMPUS

Disability Resources

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

disability.tamu.edu

Health

Promotion

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

studentlife.tamu.edu/hp

LGBTQ+ Pride Center

Provides education, support, advocacy, and outreach for all Aggies in the form of programs, resources, referrals, presentations, and more.

studentlife.tamu.edu/lgbtq

Multicultural Services (DMS)

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

dms.tamu.edu

Off-Campus Student Services

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

aggiesearch.tamu.edu

Office for Student Success

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

studentsuccess.tamu.edu

Student Life

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

studentlife.tamu.edu

Student Assistant Services

Student Assistant Services connects TAMU students with the appropriate guidance, resources, and support to address a variety of persona and academic matters. SAS also hosts Women's Support Services.

studentlife.tamu.edu/sas

For more information, visit New Student & Family Programs (studentlife.tamu/nsfp)

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! The Office of Fraternity & 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 valuesbased 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 all-campus 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.

glossary / glosario

Active member: A fully initiated member of a fraternity or sorority / Un miembro iniciado de una organización.

Bid: A formal invitation to become a member, used most often in CPC and IFC / Una invitación formal para unirse una organización. CPC y IFC usan esta palabra.

Big Brother/Sister: An initiated member of a fraternity or sorority who serves as a sponsor, mentor, or special friend to a new member, guiding them through their new member program. Not all organizations have a big/little or it may be called something different / Este miembro iniciado es un mentor y amigo de un miembro nuevo, y brinda apoyo y orientación.

Chapter: A term used to describe the local group of a fraternity or sorority / Un grupo local de una organización national.

Class: The group of new members that will be going through the new member program and initiation together. May be called a Member Class (MC) or Pledge Class (PC) / Este es el grupo de estudiantes (miembros nuevos) en el programa para unirse una organización.

Initiation: A traditional, private ceremony that brings a new member into full membership into their organization / Esta tradición es una ceremonia privada para que los miembros nuevos se conviertan miembros activos de la organización

Intake or Membership Intake Process: The educational process that one goes through in order to become a member of an NPHC organization This term may also be used by some MGC organizations / El programa educativo para unirse una organización de NPHC. Unas organizaciones de MGC usan este término también

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Interest: A student who is interested, or has expressed interest, in joining an MGC or NPHC organization. For NPHC, interests will practice discretion and not disclose that they are interested to anyone outside of the members in the organization and NPHC Advisor / Un estudiante quiere unirse una organización de MGC o NPHC. Para NPHC, un estudiante interesado solamente le dicen a los miembros de la organización y la consejera de NPHC.

Legacy: A potential member whose family member is a member of a fraternity or sorority. Each organization has their own definition of which family members are included but typically organizations will recognize membership of a grandparent, parent, or sibling. / Un estudiante tiene un miembro de la familia que es un miembro de una fraternidad o sororidad. Hay personas diferentes se considera para ser un legado. La mayoría de las organizaciones considera los abuelos, los padres, y los hermanos

Line: The group of new members joining a culturallybased fraternity or sorority in a given semester. Members may refer to each other as line sister (LS) or line brother (LB) In some MGC organizations, they may also refer to each other as p-sis or p-bro / Un grupo de miembros nuevos que se unen a una organización de NPHC o MGC en la misma semestre y año que se llaman una línea Nationals / HQ: A fraternity or sorority’s national headquarters. Some organizations may use International as they have chapters outside of the U.S. / La oficina central o la junta directiva de la organización nacional

New Member: A potential member who has accepted a bid from a fraternity or sorority. May also be referred to as an “associate” member. / Un miembro potencial que aceptó una invitación para unirse una organización, a veces llamado un miembro asociado.

Ahora, los estudiantes se preparan para su tiempo en la Universidad de Texas A&M. Hay muchas opciones para participar. Una experiencia es la afiliación en las organizaciones se llaman “fraternity” y “sorority.” La Oficina de Fraternity & Sorority Life (OFSL) y el Departamento de Student Activities (StuAct) quieren que conozca los beneficios de unirse a una organización de Aggie Greek Life.

¿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 americanas. 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 la organización se apoya los miembros. 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.

FAQ 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?

Yes, all of our fraternities and sororities are Recognized Student Organizations and therefore must follow Texas A&M University Student Rules. Per TAMU Student Rules Appendix VIII, all membership recruitment activities and new member activities of recognized student organizations 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 the OFSL to ensure they are complying with all student rules and their inter/national organization’s policies related to events with alcohol.

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 (TAMU 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

Office of 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

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

Q: Is the chapter my student is joining in good standing?

At the beginning of each semester, the Office of Fraternity & 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 here: issuu.com/AggieGreekLife

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 OFSL 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 the OFSL.

Q: How does my student get involved?

Each council has a different process for interested students to join their chapters. For more information, refer to the section “Our Governing Councils” or visit the council website.

Other questions?

If you have additional questions, please contact the OFSL at 979-862-5636 during normal business hours or email us at aggiegreeks@tamu.edu and we would be happy to assist you!

MÁS FRECUENTES PREGUNTAS

¿Cuánto cuesta ser miembro?

El costo de las cuotas (en inglés “dues”) dependerá de la organización. Las cuotas de membresía apoyan el mejoramiento de la hermandad estudiantil y la organización nacional (por ejemplo programas, seguro, tecnología, mercadeo, y otra cosas). Para ayudar a los miembros, unas hermandades estudiantiles ofrecen becas y subvenciones y la mayoría de las organizaciones permiten un plan de pago. Cada miembro de la Aggie Greek Community pagará una cuota (Greek Enhancement Due) de 25 dólares por semestre en su factura de estudiante. Greek Enhancement Dues ayudan satisfacer las necesidades de nuestra creciente comunidad de fraternidad y sororidad y continúan construyendo una experiencia sostenible y benefíciale en la universidad.

¿Hay una regla estudiantil sobre el alcohol?

Sí, todas las hermandades estudiantiles son “Recognized Student Organizations” y deben cumplir con las Reglas de Estudiantes de Texas A&M University. Por apéndice VIII de las reglas de estudiantes, todas las organizaciones reconocidas no pueden tener alcohol para todos las actividades de reclutamiento y las actividades de miembros nuevos.

Algunas organizaciones organizan eventos con alcohol. En inglés, estos eventos se llaman tailgates, formals, y date parties. Para organizar estos eventos, la hermandad estudiantil debe registrar el evento para que los consejeros lo revisen. Todos eventos deben cumplir las Reglas de Estudiantes y las reglas de la organización nacional.

¿Dónde denuncio las novatadas?

Las novatadas (en inglés Hazing) es una violación del código de conducta para todos los estudiantes, las reglas de organizaciones estudiantiles y la Ley de Tejas. La definición de novatadas está en el código de conducta del estudiante. Todos los estudiantes deben reportar novatadas. Si usted o su estudiante tienen preocupaciones, por favor lo reporten.

Hay muchas maneras de informar si creen alguien fue novatadas:

Offices of the Dean of 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

Office of 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

Estudiantes pueden informar la Campus Community Incident Report en la página web de Student Conduct Office Website.

¿Es la organización en buen estado?

Cada semestre, la OFSL publica la Aggie Greek Report que tiene información sobre todas las hermandades estudiantiles. En la sección de la responsabilidad (se llama Accountability) hay información sobre cualquier organización con sanciones y la violación de las reglas. La publicación está aquí:

issuu.com/AggieGreekLife

Hay algunas organizaciones que no son reconocidas por la OFSL. Estas organizaciones son dos tipos. Recognized Student Organizations que no son miembros de un concejo. Estas organizaciones son reconocidas por la universidad y tienen todos los privilegios de las organizaciones estudiantiles.

2. Hay algunas organizaciones que no son reconocidas por la OFSL o la universidad. Estas organizaciones no tienen los privilegios porque la organización es suspendida. La OFSL no apoya estas organizaciones.

¿Cómo se hacen miembro de las hermandades estudiantiles?

Hay cuatro consejos directivos en la Aggie Greek Life. Cada consejo de gobierno tiene instrucciones diferentes para hacerse miembro. Para aprender, lee la sección llama “Nuestros Consejos de Gobierno” o visite el sitio del consejo de gobierno.

¿Otras preguntas?

Si tienes preguntas, por favor envíenos un correo electrónico a aggiegreeks@tamu.edu.