University of Alabama 2020 Greek Chic

The University of Alabama

GREEK CHIC

2020

UA Panhellenic Primary Recruitment Guide

Table of Contents Fall 2020 Primary Recruitment Schedule Letter from the President Letter from the Recruitment Directors Panhellenic Executive Council Panhellenic Delegates Panhellenic Presidents The Recruitment Team Rules & Policies Potential New Member Bill of Rights PNM Behavioral Contract Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement Panhellenic Code of Ethics It’s All Greek to Me Academic Requirements Financial Obligations Sorority Life at Alabama A Bit About Recruitment Week Letters of Recommendation Leadership Philanthropy Scholarship Recruitment Week Q&A Recruitment Week Tips & Tricks Moving In Convocation Open House Round Philanthropy Round Sisterhood Round Preference Round Bid Day New Member Packages Bama Bound Places to Eat Student Services

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Alpha Chi Omega Alpha Delta Chi Alpha Delta Pi Alpha Gamma Delta Alpha Omicron Pi Alpha Phi Chi Omega Delta Delta Delta Delta Gamma Delta Zeta Gamma Phi Beta Kappa Alpha Theta Kappa Delta Kappa Kappa Gamma Pi Beta Phi Phi Mu Sigma Delta Tau Sigma Kappa Zeta Tau Alpha Advertisements

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Fall Primary Recruitment

S SCHEDULE CHEDULE

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 CONVOCATION—OPEN HOUSE: VIRTUAL 9:00 a.m. PNMs watch pre-recorded OH video via Blackboard 10:30 a.m. Sigma Rho Chi virtual group meetings via Zoom 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lunch break 1:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Open House (virtual with SRC Group) (1) 1:00 - 1:05 (2) 1:10 - 1:15 (3) 1:20 - 1:25 (4) 1:30 - 1:35 (5) 1:40 - 1:45 (6) 1:50 - 1:55 (7) 2:00 - 2:05 (8) 2:10 - 2:15 (9) 2:20 - 2:25 BREAK (10) 2:40 - 2:45 (11) 2:50 - 2:55 (12) 3:00 - 3:05 (13) 3:10 - 3:15 (14) 3:20 - 3:25 (15) 3:30 - 3:35 (16) 3:40 - 3:45 (17) 3:50 - 3:55 (18) 4:00 - 4:05 (19) 4:10 - 4:15 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. PNM Philanthropy Selections SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 PHILANTHROPY DAY 1 9:00 a.m. Virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings 9:45 a.m. PNMs meet in 1st Zoom waiting room 10:00 a.m.-7:20 p.m. PHILANTHROPY Parties (Duration: 30 minutes) (1) 10:00 – 10:30 (2) 10:40 – 11:10 (3) 11:20 – 11:50 (4) 12:00 – 12:30 (5) 12:40 – 1:10 (6) 1:20 - 1:50 (7) 2:00 - 2:30 BREAK (8) 3:30 - 4:00 (9) 4:10 - 4:40 (10) 4:50 - 5:20 (11) 5:30 - 6:00 (12) 6:10-6:40 (13) 6:50-7:20

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 CONT. 3:30 p.m. - 7:20 p.m. Sisterhood Selections PNMs vote using PNM Companion App as soon as done with last party. *Those who need extra assistance/computer go to HQ at Old Alpha Gam. 7:30 p.m. Virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meeting *PNM Dinner on your own MONDAY, AUGUST 10 PHILANTHROPY DAY 2 8:15 a.m. Virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings 8:45 a.m. PNMs meet in 14th Zoom waiting room (14) 9:00 – 9:30 (15) 9:40 – 10:10 (16) 10:20 – 10:50 (17) 11:00 – 11:30 (18) 11:40 – 12:10 (19) 12:20-12:50 (20) 1:00-1:30 BREAK (21) 3:00 - 3:30 (22) 3:40 - 4:10 (23) 4:20 - 4:50 (24) 5:00 - 5:30 (25) 5:40 - 6:10 (26) 6:20 - 6:50 1:30 - 7:00 p.m. PNM Sisterhood Selections PNMs vote using PNM Companion App as soon as done with last party. *Those who need extra assistance/computer go to HQ at Old Alpha Gam. 7:00 p.m. Virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meeting TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 PHILANTHROPY DAY 3 7:15 a.m. Virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings 7:45 a.m. PNMs meet in 27th Zoom waiting room 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. PHILANTHROPY Parties (Duration: 30 minutes) (27) 9:00 - 9:30 (28) 9:40 - 10:10 (29) 10:20 - 10:50 (30) 11:00 - 11:30 (31) 11:40 - 12:10 (32) 12:20 - 12:50 (33) 1:00 - 1:30 (Make Up Party if Needed) 9:30 - 2:00 p.m. PNM Sisterhood Selections PNMs vote using PNM Companion App as soon as done with last party. *Those who need extra assistance/computer go to HQ at Old Alpha Gam. 7:00 p.m. Virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meeting

PLEASE NOTE: All dates & times are subject to change due to COVID-19 concerns. Please monitor UA official statements for live updates regarding university operations.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 SISTERHOOD DAY 1 8:15 a.m. PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings 8:45 a.m. Potential New Members meet in 1st Zoom waiting room 9:00 a.m. - 7:40 p.m. Sisterhood Parties (Duration: 40 min) (1) 9:00 - 9:40 (2) 10:00 - 10:40 (3) 11:00 - 11:40 (4) 12:00 - 12:40 (5) 1:00 - 1:40 BREAK (6) 3:00 - 3:40 (7) 4:00 - 4:40 (8) 5:00 - 5:40 (9) 6:00 - 6:40 (10) 7:00 - 7:40 1:40 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. PNM Sisterhood Selections PNMs with no additional parties may vote using PNM Companion App as soon as done with last party. *Those who need extra assistance/computer go to HQ at Old Alpha Gam. 8:00 p.m. virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 SISTERHOOD DAY 2 8:15 a.m. PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings 8:45 a.m. Potential New Members meet in 11th Zoom waiting room 9:00 a.m. - 7:40 p.m. Sisterhood Parties (Duration: 40 min) (11) 9:00 - 9:40 (12) 10:00 - 10:40 (13) 11:00 - 11:40 (14) 12:00 - 12:40 (15) 1:00 - 1:40 BREAK (16) 3:00 - 3:40 (17) 4:00 - 4:40 (18) 5:00 - 5:40 (19) 6:00 - 6:40 (20) 7:00 - 7:40 1:40 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. PNM Sisterhood Selections PNMs vote using PNM Companion App as soon as done with last party. *Those who need extra assistance/computer go to HQ at Old Alpha Gam. 8:00 p.m. virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 SISTERHOOD DAY 3 8:15 a.m. Virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings 8:45 a.m. Potential New Members meet in 21st Zoom waiting room 9:00 a.m. - 1:40 p.m. Sisterhood Parties (Duration: 40 min) (21) 9:00 - 9:40 (22)10:00 -10:40 (23)11:00 -11:40 (24)12:00 -12:40 (25)1:00 - 1:40 (26) 2:00-2:40 (Make Up Party if Needed) 9:40 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. PNMs vote using PNM Companion App as soon as done with last party. *Those who need extra assistance/computer go to HQ at Old Alpha Gam. 6:00 p.m. OPTIONAL PNM Dinner with Sigma Rho Chis SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 PREFERENCE DAY 1 7:00 a.m. Virtual PNM/Sigma Rho Chi Group Meetings 7:45 a.m. Potential New Members meet in 1st Zoom waiting room 8:00 a.m. - 7:45 p.m. Preference Parties (Duration: 45 minutes) (1) 8:00 - 8:45 (2) 9:15 - 10:00 (3) 10:30 - 11:15 (4) 11:45 - 12:30 BREAK (5) 2:00 - 2:45 (6) 3:15 - 4:00 (7) 4:30 - 5:15 (8) 5:45 - 6:30 (9) 7:00-7:45 (Make Up Party if Needed) 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m PNMs make final selections in silence via PNM Companion App when done with last party. *Those who need extra assistance or computer go to HQ at Old Alpha Gam SUNDAY, AUGUST 16 BID DAY 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Potential New Members must be available by phone 1:00 p.m. Bids emailed to Potential New Members

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A LETTER FROM THE

President

Welcome to The University of Alabama!

First and foremost, congratulations on your decision to join us at the Capstone. On behalf of myself, the Panhellenic Executive Board, and the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life, I want to welcome and wish you the best of luck during your time at The University of Alabama. Greek life provides some of the most valuable experiences UA has to offer, and we hope that you will choose to become a member of our community. As the largest Panhellenic Association in the country, we provide a home to thousands of members and set the standard for not only our students, but also students nationwide.

The Alabama Panhellenic Association (APA) is the governing body for the 18 National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) chapters, and 1 affiliate member chapter. We work closely with our other three Greek councils: the Interfraternity Council (IFC), the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), and the United Greek Council (UGC). Our hope is that as a potential member of our Panhellenic community, you will continue these valuable relationships between our councils.

As you prepare for your journey as a potential sorority member and UA student, I want to extend a challenge to you: I challenge you to envision the person you want to be and to make the decisions that will help you to become that person. During this time, it is important to focus on your identity, your values, and your personal growth. Keeping these in mind will help you make the best decisions possible for your next four years, as well as for life after college.

Each of our sorority chapters is unique, but are all founded upon the same values of academics, involvement, and service. As a community, we strive for excellence in all these areas and hope you will contribute to this excellence as a member of our community.

If you have any questions about Greek life, please do not hesitate to call our office at (205) 3482693 or email us at apa@ua.edu. Any member of our Panhellenic Executive Council will be happy to help you. And don’t forget to visit us at the Panhellenic Exec Tent on Sorority Row; I would love to meet you all!

Maggie McP herson Panhellenic President

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A LETTER FROM THE

Recruitment Directors Roll Tide & Welcome to The University of Alabama!

We are so excited to introduce you to your collegiate and Panhellenic experience during your first week at Bama. Here at the Capstone, we are proud to be a part of the nation’s largest and most diverse Greek community. Your decision to join a Panhellenic sorority is one that commits you to collegiate years focused on service, connection, personal development, and a continued goal of improving our campus and community. College lasts for four years, but the memories you will make and the bonds of sisterhood you will gain last for life.

Over the course of the week, you may see yourself in one chapter or another; you may think you already know where you want to run home to on Bid Day. We encourage you to keep your mind open to opportunity in every chapter that you see. You are not just joining a single organization, but a whole community of Panhellenic women, who are excited to get to know you and welcome you with open arms.

Here at the Capstone, you will have so many opportunities to get involved and thrive. Each one of our organizations adds unique value and meaning to the Greek experience at UA. We believe that Greek life is simply a stepping stone to facilitate your personal development and involvement in organizations across campus; our hope is to support other communities on campus in addition to our own members.

If you have any questions about Primary Recruitment, please feel free to reach out to us at alabamarecruitment@gmail.com. The Panhellenic Executive Council will be stationed on Sorority Row right outside of the old Alpha Gam house and available all week - come see us if you have any questions or if you just want to talk about how your week is going. We are here to listen, serve you, and make sure that you have the best Recruitment experience possible!

Remember to enjoy this week; take a breath, be authentic, seek out a chapter that encourages your growth and whose values align with your own. Choose to surround yourself with women who challenge you, champion you, and inspire you for the better, and commit to being that woman for your sisters and this community. We are so blessed to add to our Panhellenic Association and excited for you to begin this journey!

Caroline Hall Director of Recruitment

Kaitlin Wiltshire Assistant Director of Recruitment

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THE ALABAMA PANHELLENIC ASSOCIATION

Executive Council

ABOUT THE COUNCIL

The Panhellenic Council at The University of Alabama is the coordinating body of the Alabama Panhellenic Association (APA). The Alabama Panhellenic Association is composed of 18 National Panhellenic Conference sororities and one associate member sorority on campus. The Alabama Panhellenic Executive Council is composed of 11 executive board members, a delegate, and two junior delegates from each sorority. The women who serve on the Executive Council are current sorority members who have disaffiliated from their chapters during recruitment in order to provide unbiased planning and support for all involved in the recruitment process. The Alabama Panhellenic Association provides activities and programs throughout the year to better the collegiate experience for Greek women on UA’s campus. Furthermore, APA strengthens UA by promoting scholarship, philanthropy, safety, and collaboration among all women on campus.

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PANHELLENIC

DELEGATES

ABOUT THE DELEGATES

The Panhellenic Delegates act as a liaison between their individual sororities and the Panhellenic Executive Council. By attending biweekly meetings, serving on committees, and volunteering to step in where needed, these women help direct their sororities toward working together as a Panhellenic community.

The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) is the umbrella organization for the 26 international women’s fraternities and sororities. NPC provides support and guidance for college panhellenics and serves as the national voice on contemporary issues of sorority life. For more information about NPC, please visit www.npcwomen.org.

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PANHELLENIC

PRESIDENTS

ABOUT THE PRESIDENTS

Sorority chapter presidents are integral to the success of Greek life at Alabama. Working with members of their chapters, members of other Greek organizations on campus, and alumnae, these women strive to make the Greek community even stronger here at The University of Alabama.

A sorority president must be a strong leader and hold herself to the highest standards. Each of the women serving the Panhellenic community this year reflect excellent character and class. We hope the legacy being set by the 2020 Chapter Presidents will continue with your incoming class of Potential New Members.

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A LETTER FROM THE

Recruitment Team DIRECTORS

Welcome to the Capstone! We are so excited to have you as a member of the University and are thrilled that you chose to participate in the largest and most diverse recruitment in the nation. For the past 8 months as Recruitment Team Directors, we have worked tirelessly to select and train the most exceptional team yet and they can’t wait to meet you!

The Panhellenic Recruitment Team is comprised of sorority women who have disaffiliated from their chapters to help Potential New Members throughout recruitment. The team is made up of Sigma Rho Chi and Judicial Board members. Think of your Sigma Rho Chi as a camp counselor. Their main job is to help you by providing support and guidance throughout the week. The Judicial Board members are also an important part of recruitment.

Like a Sigma Rho Chi, they can also give you guidance, but Judicial Board members also help to uphold your rights as a PNM and ensure that everyone is following the rules.

After Convocation, you will meet your assigned recruitment team. Remember, they have been in your shoes as a Potential New Member and have participated in recruitment with their chapters. Sigma Rho Chi and Judicial Board members are trained together, so both groups of women can help you at any time during recruitment. We recognize that recruitment can be hectic and stressful at times and we encourage you to talk to the members of the Panhellenic Recruitment Team throughout the week. Get to know your Sigma Rho Chis and Judicial Board members. They are here for you and want to get to know you better! These women are so excited to help you start the next chapter of your life at the University.

We will be stationed on Sorority Row with the rest of the Panhellenic Executive Council. If you have any questions throughout the week, please stop by. We are here for your recruitment experience just like the rest of the Recruitment Team members.

Colleen Borian Director of Judicial Affairs

Ellen Walton

Assistant Director of Judicial Affairs

Crossan Ryals Director of Sigma Rho Chis

M a t t i e Naman

Assistant Director of Sigma Rho Chis

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TheRecruitment Team

ABOUT THE RECRUITMENT TEAM

Recruitment is an exciting and memorable experience, but it can be an emotional time as well. Recruitment counselors, referred to as Sigma Rho Chis, are undergraduate women at UA who have disaffiliated from their chapters to serve you throughout recruitment week. Judicial Board members have gone through training to ensure that recruitment rules are being followed and everyone has a fair experience.

Sigma Rho Chis

Sigma Rho Chis, who have participated in recruitment themselves, have been through an extensive semester-long training program in preparation for recruitment week. They have your best interests at heart and are available to help you during the week of recruitment by serving as an impartial and confidential listener and friend.

Judicial Board

The Recruitment Judicial Board oversees the recruitment process and ensures a fair recruitment experience for the potential new members and chapters. The Recruitment Judicial Board handles any infractions during the week of recruitment, and they are available to help the Sigma Rho Chis if need be. Members of the Recruitment Judicial Board will keep track of timing during recruitment parties and will be able to assist you with any problems that you may encounter throughout the recruitment process.

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RULES & POLICIES BASIC RECRUITMENT DEFINITIONS

A Potential New Member (PNM) is a woman who is registered and/ or intends to participate in Fall Primary Recruitment at The University of Alabama. A Potential New Member is also any high school student (grades 9-12), who is considering coming to The University of Alabama or anyone with the intent to participate in UA Fall Primary Recruitment in the coming year.

An active member is an initiated member of a sorority currently in college.

An alumna member is an initiated member of a sorority who is no longer an active member of her chapter. A sorority alumna will retain her alumna status during Recruitment.

SUMMER DOS AND DON’TS

No contact, with regards to recruiting for a specific chapter, can occur between sorority members and Potential New Members after May 1.

Examples: letters, emails, phone calls, texts and comments on social media (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and GroupMe messages), etc.

Normal contact (work, volunteer, family, etc.) can occur after May 1, but conversations should be limited to the benefits of participating in Recruitment and should not be specific to pledging any one organization.

Sororities cannot have gatherings for the purpose of Recruitment that include Potential New Members after May 1.

Examples: teas, parties, trips, etc.

Potential New Members cannot stay overnight with sorority members or have any contact with sorority members during summer orientation sessions.

Examples: spending the night at a member’s house, eating dinner or attending activities.

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF RECRUITMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS, PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.UAPANHELLENIC.COM 14

Potential New Member BILL OF RIGHTS

1. The right to be treated as an individual.

2. The right to be fully informed about the Recruitment process.

3. The right to ask questions and receive true and objective answers from Recruitment Counselors and members.

4. The right to be treated with respect.

5. The right to be treated as a capable and mature person without being patronized.

6. The right to ask how and why and to receive straight answers.

7. The right to have and express opinions to Recruitment Counselors.

8. The right to have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with Recruitment Counselors.

9. The right to make informed choices without undue pressure from others.

10. The right to be fully informed about the NPC Unanimous Agreements implicit in the Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA) signing process.

11. The right to make one’s own choice and decision and to accept full responsibility for the results of that decision.

12. The right to have a positive, safe, and enriching recruitment and new member experience.

Sigma Rho Chi and Judicial Board members will make sure that these rules are upheld during Recruitment.

Individuals who have concerns about the Recruitment process are encouraged to contact The Dean of Student’s Office at 205-348-3376.

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Potential New Member BEHAVIORAL CONTRACT 1.

I will attend all Primary Recruitment Events for which I have received an invitation for each round of Primary Recruitment.

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I will respect myself, other potential new members, chapter members, recruitment team members, and university staff at all times. I will refrain from making offensive comments and/ or actions towards any and all of the aforementioned individuals at all times.

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I will communicate regularly with my sorority recruitment counselor and will let her know if I decide to withdraw from the recruitment process.

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I will exercise proper time management throughout the week of recruitment and understand if I miss a Primary Recruitment Event for a reason not approved by APA, I will not be allowed to reschedule the event for which I have missed.

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I will refrain from communicating with chapter members or individuals affiliated with chapter members outside of Primary Recruitment Events. This includes, but is not limited to, in person conversations and or communication via phone calls, written correspondence, text messages, Snapchats, etc.

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I will not make any disparaging remarks about any APA chapter or individual member. This includes, but is not limited to, remarks made during in person conversations and/or any posts made to social media that accounts (such as Facebook, SnapChat, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube, etc. that are deemed inappropriate by APA.

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I agree to treat the chapter videos and virtual recruitment parties as confidential. I will not share any video or virtual recruitment party, including a video in its entirety, or recordings, clips, screen shots, and/or quotes from a video or virtual recruitment party. I understand that any breach of this agreement could result in referral to UA Office of Student Conduct and/or the APA Judicial Process, as well as the disciplinary action discussed later in this document.

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I will participate fully in each virtual recruitment event. This includes leaving my camera on for the duration of the party and leaving my microphone on during breakout room conversations. I will engage in respectful conversation with chapter members.

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I understand that if I sign my MRABA on the night of Preference Round, I am bound to this document and the chapter that extends me a bid. This means I am considered ineligible for an invitation to membership from any other APA chapter until Fall 2021.

10. I understand that the consumption of alcohol and/or any illegal substance use during the week of Primary Recruitment, on Bid Day, and up to 24 hours after Bid Day events have ended, is strictly prohibited by APA and may result in APA disciplinary sanctions and/or University of Alabama disciplinary sanctions.

11. I understand that, upon joining a chapter, I will be responsible for all financial and academic obligations of membership.

12. I will follow all expectations, rules, policies, and procedures set forth by the University of Alabama, the Alabama Panhellenic Association, and the National Panhellenic Conference shared with me by my recruitment counselor, the APA Executive Council, and the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life staff.

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Should I break any of the statements listed above, disciplinary action will be taken as listed below: FIRST OFFENSE: • Meet with Recruitment Counselor • Review first offense conduct • Review Potential New Member code of ethics SECOND OFFENSE: • Meet with an APA Executive Council member • Review second offense conduct • Review Potential New Member code of ethics THIRD OFFENSE: • Meet with a OFSL Staff Member • Review third offense conduct • Possible dismissal from the Primary Recruitment Process. This will be reviewed on a case-bycase basis.

Please note, the Alabama Panhellenic Association and the University of Alabama Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life reserve the right to proceed straight to dismissal from the Primary Recruitment Process, given the severity of the offense committed, which will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Exceptions to this document will be allowed in cases of unusual or extreme circumstances, which will be determined on a case-by-case basis. The Alabama Panhellenic Association will work to accommodate Potential New Members who are unable to attend recruitment events due to an NCAA sporting event or practice, a work commitment, Bama Bound orientation session, religious observation, health or medical circumstance, family emergency, etc.

Name: ___________________________________________________________ Signature: _______________________________________________________ Date: ____________________________________________________________

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MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT ACCEPTANCE

Binding Agreement

Introduction: Agree to binding electronic contract and electronic signature. Initial each statement ___________This form is called the Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement, or “MRABA.” I understand that it is a contract with the National Panhellenic Conference (“NPC”). ___________I choose to complete this MRABA because I participated in the primary membership recruitment process (“Recruitment”) at the University of Alabama.

ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE ONLY ___________I consent to this electronic contract. I agree to electronically sign the MRABA. These terms are defined by the Electronic Signatures and Global and National Commerce Act (“E-Sign”) and the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (“UETA”). __________I agree that this MRABA and my electronic signature is valid, enforceable, and binding under E-Sign and UETA. Part 1: Withdrawing or Continuing in Recruitment. Initial one of the following options: ________ I want to withdraw from Recruitment. I will not join a sorority now. I could join a sorority in the future by participating in the continuous open bidding (“COB”) process. I will not complete this contract. (Next Step: Continue to Part 5). ________I am continuing in Recruitment (Next Step: Continue to Part 2).

Part 2: Show that you understand the ranking process. Initial each statement.

By signing the MRABA, I understand and agree that each of these statements is true: ________I am willing to accept an invitation to membership (“bid”) from any sorority I list in Part 4. ________I will rank each sorority in the order of my preference for receiving a bid. ________If I attended a sorority’s preference event, and I would not accept a bid from that sorority, I do not have to rank that sorority. ________I understand that if I choose to rank fewer sororities, I might not receive a bid through Recruitment.

Part 3: Show that you understand the effect of submitting the MRABA. Initial each statement below.

By signing the MRABA, I understand and agree that each of these statements is true: _______After I submit this form, I cannot change my rankings. I cannot add or delete any sororities to my rankings. _______If I do not receive a bid from any sorority I ranked, I understand I am eligible to join any sorority later, through the COB process. I understand that not all sororities will recruit through COB. _______If I do receive a bid from a sorority I ranked, but I choose not to accept that bid, I understand that I am not eligible to join any other sorority on this campus until the start of the next Recruitment.

Part 4: Rank your preferences. Rank in order of your preference for receiving a bid.

1st Preference:______________________________________ 2nd Preference:_____________________________________ Part 5: Sign the contract.

I have read and understand this MRABA. By signing or submitting this MRABA, I agree to be bound by its terms. I agree that completing this form electronically has the same legal effect of completing a paper version.

I have never been initiated into an NPC sorority. I understand that if I join an NPC sorority and choose to become an initiated member of that sorority, I cannot join another NPC member organization regardless of any circumstances.

Signature:_________________________________________ Date:______________________________________________

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So what does this mean?

ABOUT THE MRABA

The document on the opposite page is the Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA), formerly known as the “Preference Card.� The MRABA is a binding agreement that is effective for one calendar year. By signing this document, you as a Potential New Member agree that you are willing to accept a bid for membership from any sorority that you rank on the MRABA. Please note that if you receive an invitation to membership (a bid) from any sorority that you ranked on your MRABA, then you are bound to that group for one calendar year (August 2020-August 2021). Most importantly, if you receive a bid from any sorority that you have listed on your MRABA, and you choose not to accept it, you are not eligible to participate in Continuous Open Bidding (COB) in fall 2020 or spring 2021.

WHEN DO I SIGN THE MRABA? If you receive an invitation to the Preference round, you will make your final selection at the conclusion of your last party. Here you will rank the chapter(s) you visited on Friday, August 14 and/or Saturday, August 15 in a preferential order. Once you complete your rankings, you will sign a copy of the MRABA. Please note that once the MRABA has been turned in to a representative of the Alabama Panhellenic Association, it cannot be altered or changed.

Prior to signing the MRABA, you have several options to consider. We suggest that you thoroughly reflect on these before signing your MRABA. MRABA OPTIONS 1. You may choose NOT to complete the MRABA, thereby withdrawing from recruitment. If you choose this option, you are eligible to accept a bid for membership from any sororities participating in Continuous Open Bidding. A small number of sororities may be able to recruit a limited number of women through the COB process after Primary Recruitment if their chapter is below the Campus Total; however, this is not guaranteed.

2. You may choose to list any sorority whose preference event you attended and from whom you are willing to accept an invitation to membership (a bid). Please note that you should NOT rank a sorority on your MRABA that you are absolutely not willing to accept a bid for membership. If you match with a sorority that you listed on your MRABA, it is important to note that you are bound to that sorority for one calendar year (August 2020-August 2021), regardless of whether you officially accept their invitation for membership or not.

3. You may choose to limit your choices to just one sorority whose preference round event you attended and you are willing to accept an invitation to membership.

You must understand that if you chose to single intentional preference, then you are not guaranteed to receive a bid for membership. Only Potential New Members who maximize their options and list ALL of the chapters that they attended during the preference round are guaranteed to receive a bid for membership during Primary Recruitment.

If you do not receive an invitation to membership (a bid) from any of the sororities that you have listed, you are eligible for Continuous Open Bidding (COB).

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PANHELLENIC

Code of Ethics

As members of The University of Alabama Panhellenic Association, we agree that our vision is of a safe, positive, enriching recruitment experience with the goal of providing opportunities for the greatest possible number of women to obtain membership in a women’s fraternity. In order to reach our common goal, we will strive to create an environment of trust, honesty, unity, and cooperation among all chapters. Therefore, we solemnly promise to: • • • • • •

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Respect ourselves, our sisters, and the Greek community as a whole. We will work with other sororities to improve the Greek system and reverse the current stereotypes.

Enable every Potential New Member an equal opportunity and act accordingly with true Panhellenic spirit as well as our own chapter values and moral judgments.

Promote the safety and protection of current and prospective members.

Confront the concerns about alcohol and other illegal substances and promote the safety and protection of current and prospective members.

Treat Potential New Members with the same respect before, during, and after recruitment.

Abide by all official Panhellenic codes, including but not limited to: The Panhellenic Creed, Potential New Member Bill of Rights, The Alabama Panhellenic Association Recruitment Rules, The Alabama Panhellenic Association Constitution and The National Panhellenic Conference Unanimous Agreements.

Leave the Potential New Member with a positive idea of what sisterhood could be.

Encourage the Potential New Member to explore the freedom of thought in her decisions.

Inform the Potential New Member about the recruitment process, membership requirements, and external and internal responsibilities.

Enable every Potential New Member an equal opportunity to a level playing field.

Strive to maintain a campus scholastic average that is above the all-women’s average.

OUR STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY

The Alabama Panhellenic Association desires to build a community that reflects diversity and inclusion within our sorority chapters. We strive to make our campus stronger through our commitment to promoting diversity and creating positive change within the Greek community. Women of all backgrounds make up the Alabama Panhellenic Association, and each individual is celebrated for her perspectives, ideas, and contributions to her organization and to our entire community.

MORE INFORMATION For more information on the Alabama Panhellenic Association visit our website or follow us on social media.

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UA Panhellenic Association

IT’S ALL

Greek to me!

ACTIVE: A sorority member currently in college,

NEW MEMBER: The period when a woman joins a sorority but is not yet initiated into the chapter.

ALABAMA PANHELLENIC ASSOCIATION (APA):

PHILANTHROPY: A national and/or local charity that a sorority sponsors, donating time and money through service in order to promote human welfare.

who has been formally initiated by her chapter.

APA represents NPC and is the coordinating body for the 19 NPC women’s organizations on The University of Alabama campus.

ALUMNA: An initiated sorority member who is no longer active in a collegiate chapter.

BID: a formal invitation to joining a sorority or fraternity.

CAMPUS TOTAL: The allowable chapter size as determined by the College Panhellenic.

CONTINUOUS OPENING BIDDING (COB): The period in which a sorority that has not met the Campus Total is able to recruit members.

INTAKE: Also referred to as Membership Intake, it is a process through which NPHC and UGC sororities select new members.

INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL (IFC): The governing body for 33 fraternities at The University of Alabama, many of which are affiliated with the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC).

SINGLE INTENTIONAL PREFERENCE: When a PNM attends more than one preference event but limits her membership selections by not listing all her sorority options on her MRABA. LEGACY: A PNM whose mother or sister is an alumna of, or active member in, a particular sorority.

MRABA (MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT ACCEPTANCE BINDING AGREEMENT): A document that each Potential New Member completes immediately following the preference round of parties, ranking her membership preferences. This is a binding agreement, stating that the PNM is willing to accept a bid from any sorority she lists.

NATIONAL PANHELLENIC CONFERENCE (NPC):

POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER (PNM): Any women who is eligible to participate in Primary Recruitment or Continuous Open Bidding.

PRIMARY RECRUITMENT: A designated membership recruitment period during which a series of organized events are held for the purpose of selecting new members.

QUOTA: The number of women a sorority may pledge during primary or informal recruitment.

QUOTA ADDITIONS: A procedure used to help PNMs, who maximize their options during recruitment, receive an invitation to membership.

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION/REFERENCE: A written letter or statement from an alumna, on the sorority’s official recommendation form, introducing and recommending a Potential New Member for membership. Also called a “rec”.

SNAP BID: A procedure used at the close of bid matching to help chapters reach quota prior to bid distribution.

UNITED GREEK COUNCIL (UGC): The primary purpose of the UGC is to unite its member organizations in order to share ideas and resources, promote mutual respect and equality, and provide a support network for involved students. The Alabama UGC is composed of 8 special interest and multicultural organizations.

VALUES BASED RECRUITMENT: The emphasis of focusing on how your values, such as academics, equality, inclusion, and service, align with different chapters’ values.

Founded in 1902, NPC provides support and guidance for its 26 member inter/national sororities and women’s fraternities and serves as the national voice on contemporary issues of sorority life. UA has 18 NPC affiliated sororities.

NATIONAL PAN HELLENIC COUNCIL (NPHC): A

council composed of the nine (“Divine Nine”) historically African American Greek-letter organizations, of which the Alabama NPHC has 4 sororities and 5 fraternities.

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ACADEMIC

Requirements DOES GPA REALLY MATTER? Although Panhellenic does not require a specific grade point average to participate in Primary Recruitment, each sorority has a minimum grade point requirement for membership. With the large amount of women who participate in the Primary Recruitment process, GPA can be one of the first things that the chapters reference.

It is strongly recommended that you have at or above a 3.2 cumulative high school or college GPA.

2019 AVERAGE GPA PER NUMBER OF INVITATIONS EACH ROUND # of Invitations

Philanthropy

1

3.00

2

3.07

3

3.07

4

3.31

5

3.41

6

3.52

7

3.67

8

3.76

9

3.78

10

3.88

11

3.83

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4.02

Sisterhood

Preference

3.25 3.32 3.54 3.68 3.76 3.77 3.93

THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBES THE AVERAGE FALL 2019 NEW MEMBER CLASS Average Cumulative High School GPA: 3.78 Average Cumulative College GPA: 3.54 Average ACT Score: 26 Average SAT Score: 1172 22

3.49 3.84

FINANCIAL

Obligations Each chapter has financial requirements, which families should discuss before their student joins a sorority. Financial requirements may include membership dues, a meal plan, house fees, as well as room and board if you live in the sorority house. It is important to note that membership fees vary by sorority.

NEW MEMBER FIRST SEMESTER: Includes one time fees associated with pledging and initiation

High: $4,700 Average: $4,100

LIVING OUT-OF-HOUSE FEES (PER SEMESTER): Includes meals and chapter/facility fees

High: $4,400 Average: $3,500

LIVING IN-HOUSE FEES (PER SEMESTER): Includes room, meals, and chapter/facility fees

High: $8,000 Average: $7,000

Greek 55 MEAL PLAN Given that the majority of the Panhellenic sororities have their own mandatory meal program, the University automatically downgrades new members to the Greek 55 meal plan (at a cost of $623 per semester) when they join a sorority that has a fullservice kitchen. If you join a sorority with a full-service kitchen, the chapter provides 14 meals a week. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served daily Monday-Thursday, and breakfast and lunch are available on Fridays.

The Greek 55 meal plan provides an average of 2-3 meals per week at the on-campus dining hall, perfect for weekends when the chapter is not serving meals. Students who would like more than 55 meals per semester may change their meal plan to one of the following: Bronze (90 meals per semester), Silver (125 meals per semester), or an All Access plan.

For more information, please visit www.bamadining.ua.edu/ fraternity-sorority/.

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Sorority Life

AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA

SORORITY LIFE AT UA IS AN EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER The University’s commitment to the Greek community is equal to the Panhellenic Association’s commitment to the University. UA’s Greek Community, the largest and one of the most diverse in the nation, provides an opportunity for new students to become involved in an organization that promotes campus involvement and personal growth.

If you join one of the 19 Panhellenic sororities at the Capstone, you also become a member of the Alabama Panhellenic Association. The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) was founded in 1902 and is the governing organization for 26 inter/national women’s fraternities and sororities.

Each member group is autonomous as a social, Greek letter society.

Members are represented on more than 600 college and university campuses in the United States and Canada, and currently there are more than 5,300 alumnae associations comprised of over 3 million sorority women.

WHAT TO EXPECT AS A NEW MEMBER STUDY HALL HOURS: Each chapter requires a certain number of study hall hours to be completed each week during your first semester at UA. Sororities also implement a number of educational programs to assist members in their academic pursuits.

PANHELLENIC EVENTS: APA requires new members to attend various educational events throughout the year.

These events address relevant issues students face today and will help with their transition into college and Greek life.

PHILANTHROPY EVENTS: Each chapter enjoys serving its national and local philanthropy. Philanthropy events are hosted to promote unity within the chapter and the Greek community while helping a worthwhile cause.

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RECRUITMENT EVENTS: In the spring, chapters host recruitment workshops to help their members prepare for next year’s Fall Primary Recruitment. As a new member, you will have the opportunity to attend these events.

ACTIVE PARTICIPATION: As a new member, you will be required to attend new member meetings in addition to chapter meetings. You will also be encouraged to participate in Greekwide events such as Greek Week and Homecoming. These events are not only fun but provide an opportunity for you to meet other members of the Greek community.

Each chapter has programming during the new member period to help their new members adjust to college life.

A look into RECRUITMENT WEEK Recruitment at Alabama begins on Saturday, August 8, 2020, and concludes with Bid Day on Sunday, August 16, 2020. For many of you this will be your first impression of Tuscaloosa and Greek Life at The University of Alabama. We sincerely hope that you enjoy all that we have planned for you!

VALUES-BASED RECRUITMENT

Values-based recruitment is something we strive to focus on in our Panhellenic community. We emphasize academics, equality, inclusion, and service, and we encourage you to be conscious of these values this week. We also encourage you to consider which chapters have values that align with your own as you move through the recruitment process.

The week of Primary Recruitment consists of four rounds of events, each structured to show you what each sorority has to offer. You will also have a chance to meet current sorority women in each of the chapters. Take the time to ask them any questions that you may have about activities, financial obligations, scholarship, new member programs, and campus life in general.

It is very important that you keep an open mind during this process and carefully decide where YOU feel you fit best in the Greek Community at UA. Please recognize that Primary Recruitment at UA is a mutual selection process in that both the Potential New Members and the individual sororities are making choices. All Potential New Members will visit every sorority during the first round of Open House, but the remaining three rounds (Philanthropy, Sisterhood, and Preference) are by invitation only.

Throughout the invitational rounds of recruitment, Potential New Members will make decisions regarding the chapter specific parties they wish to attend and the sororities will make decisions regarding the women they want to invite to their parties. Potential New Members should understand that they may not receive invitations to all the parties that they would like to attend.

While this may seem overwhelming, the Panhellenic Executive Council and Sigma Rho Chis will explain this process in detail at Convocation and throughout the week.

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LETTERS OF

Recommendation

CHAPTER SPECIFIC LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

A Recommendation/Reference (also called a REC or RIF) serves as your introduction to the sorority, so their members can get to know you in advance of Primary Recruitment in the fall. These official forms, which are unique to each individual sorority, are provided by the national organization for their alumnae members to fill out on behalf of potential new members.

While letters of recommendation are not required to participate in recruitment, PNMs are encouraged to reach out to alumnae to secure a recommendation letter for each chapter participating in Primary Recruitment. The alumna does not need to be a UA graduate; however, she must be in good standing with her inter/national organization that has a chapter on UA’s campus. Please note that each sorority has its own policy on letters of recommendation, which can be found on the next page and on our website, www.uapanhellenic.com.

If you ask a sorority alumna or collegian to write you a letter of recommendation, or if an alumna or collegian offers to write you one, it is customary that you provide the individual writing the rec with a professional headshot (4x6), an unofficial copy of your academic transcript, a social resume (a sample social resume can be found on (www. uapanhellenic.com), and a stamped envelope that is pre-addressed to the chapter’s preferred address. It is also customary to send a thank you note to the women writing your letter of recommendation. Most recommendation letters can be turned in digitally on the chapter’s national website or via email to the UA chapter. Please see individual chapter chapter guidelines guidelines at at uapanhellenic.com uapanhellenic.com for for more more information. information.

SUPPLEMENTAL ACADEMIC LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

While chapter-specific letters of recommendation are preferred, women unable to find an alumna from each of the recognized sororities at UA to write a letter of rec may elect to submit a generic, supplemental academic letter of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, or principal. The individual writing the letter of recommendation does not have to be/have been a member of Greek organization; however, the letter should speak to your character as it applies to leadership, scholarship, community service, and friendship. Please note that this is an optional feature and, as such, is not a required part of the online application form.

Lastly, it is your responsibility to make sure UA has an official copy of your final transcript. This will be the official grade point average (GPA) shared with each chapter.

Please ensure that a certified final copy of your transcript is sent directly to the UA. Admissions Office no later than August 1, 2020. All final transcripts should be mailed to The University of Alabama Office of Undergraduate Admissions, P.O. Box 870132, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35486.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE, UAPANHELLENIC.COM, AND SELECT THE “LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION” TAB.

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WHERE TO SEND letters of rccommendation ALPHA CHI OMEGA Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Mrs. Dena Prince 74 The Highlands Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 ALPHA DELTA PI Please submit all 2020 letters of recommendation via Pride Online at alphadeltapi.org.

ALPHA GAMMA DELTA Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Alpha Gamma Delta MSC #870410 1831 University Station Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 ALPHA OMICRON PI Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Alpha Omicron Pi c/o Hope Henson 2421 Mountain Vista Drive Birmingham, AL35243 ALPHA PHI Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Alpha Phi 1130 University Blvd.

Suite B9-557 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 CHI OMEGA Chi Omega prefers online recommendations. To submit an online recommendation, go to: https://everyday.chiomega.com.

DELTA DELTA DELTA Recommendation letters can be submitted through mail, the Tri Delta national website, or to uatridelta.recs@gmail.com.

Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Delta Delta Delta Attn: Willa Maples P.O. Box 862938 Tuscaloosa, AL 35486

DELTA GAMMA Please submit all ellectronic recommendations through the membership portal on deltagamma.org or to dgbetapsisponsorship@gmail. com.

Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: ATTN: Amber McCarley, VP Membership PO. Box 1550 Tuscaloosa, AL 35403 DELTA ZETA Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Recommendations Chair 245 Forest Ridge Drive Aliceville, AL 35442 GAMMA PHI BETA Please go online to https:// www.gammaphibeta.org/ recommendamember and login to fill out the reference.

Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Bailey Albright 403 Opal Ct. Mascoutah, IL 62258 KAPPA ALPHA THETA Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Chief Recruiting Officer P.O. Box 866629 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 KAPPA DELTA Submit online recommendations at: http://www.kappadelta.org/ alumnae-life/recommendationforms/.

Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Kappa Delta P.O. Box 2854 Tuscaloosa, AL 35403

KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA Online recommendations can be sent to: bamakapparush@gmail. com or submitted online to www.kappakappagamma.org.

Please mail 2020 letters of recommendation to: MSC 187375 1831 University Station Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 PHI MU Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Phi Mu Attn: Hannah Rosetta MSC #870416 1831 University Station Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 Recommendations will also be accepted electronically.

To obtain an online recommendation form, please visit www.phimu.org/ recommend.

PI BETA PHI Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Pi Beta Phi Alabama Beta Chapter P.O. Box 2230 Tuscaloosa, AL 35403 SIGMA KAPPA Please submit electronic letters of recommendation to: sigmakappa.org/login Please send all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Attention: VP of Membership 1831 University Station Box 870420 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 ZETA TAU ALPHA We prefer letter of recommendation to be sent digitally to: ztanurecruitment@gmail.com.

Please mail all 2020 letters of recommendation to: Zeta Tau Alpha Attn: Recommendations Committee P.O. Box 862848 Tuscaloosa, AL 35486

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LEADERSHIP Leadership opportunities are endless within the Panhellenic community. As a chapter officer or leader, you can develop management and communication skills. You will have the chance to experience different roles in the chapter, from handling finances for a philanthropy fundraiser, to greeting guests during an alumnae dinner. Each chapter also provides educational programming to help you refine your time management, leadership, and communication skills.

Striking a balance between academic and extracurricular activities is an important part of college life. We believe campus involvement provides a well-rounded college experience. Sororities value leadership, and likewise encourage their chapter members to become involved across campus.

Greek life is a direct springboard into campus involvement. This includes student government, social interest organizations, honors societies, homecoming, university ambassador programs, preprofessional organizations, and over 600 other campus groups.

Going Greek also provides members with an invaluable network when seeking employment and career opportunities. Greek alumni/ ae understand the Greek experience of being both an individual and a team member, desiring to excel both in and out of the classroom, and committing to give back to the community. Through interactions with Greek alumni/ae, you can begin building relationships that may help you in the future.

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PHILANTHROPY Philanthropy events at UA demonstrate that Greek women’s interests and concerns extend far beyond the constraints of their own chapters. Sororities give back to the community by sponsoring events throughout the year that benefit different causes. These women raise money and donate their time to both their national philanthropies and the local community.

Sorority members actively participate in their own chapter’s philanthropy events as well as support other chapters’ service efforts.

Each semester, there are numerous handson opportunities that Panhellenic women participate in. These include cookouts, pancake breakfasts, sporting events, 5k runs, mentoring programs, and many more service-based activities planned by the Greek community.

Alabama Panhellenic Association looks to support campus and community needs by holding events such as Trick-or-Treat on Sorority Row, Holiday Tree Decorating on Sorority Row, and the Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn of the President’s Mansion. We support efforts such as Tuscaloosa SAFE Center, Circle of Sisterhood, Beat Auburn Beat Hunger, Lean on Alabama, Gamma Peer Educators, and many others on campus, in the community, and throughout the state. You will encounter endless opportunities to support various philanthropies and provide hands-on service.

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SCHOLARSHIP

Greek-letter organizations were founded on the principle of exceptional scholarship, and each sorority at UA recognizes the importance of scholastic success. In order to remain an active member, women must maintain their grades throughout membership.

The sororities at Alabama want their members to do well in school and they will provide additional informational programs to help you achieve your academic goals. Most chapters have study hall hours to assist you with time management and tutoring programs to create an environment in which you can excel. Scholarships are also offered through the Alabama Panhellenic Association, individual chapters, NPC, and many local Alumnae Panhellenic Associations.

The four-year graduation rate for Greek students is 17 percent higher than their unaffiliated peers. The academic performance is tabulated every semester to determine an “All Panhellenic” grade point average.

The “All Panhellenic” GPA has been higher than the “All Women” undergraduate GPA since 1927. To learn more about our academics please visit ua.ofsl.edu

FALL 2019 ACADEMIC STANDINGS

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ALL PANHELLENIC (6, 911): ALL WOMEN (18,072): ALL GREEK (11,099): ALL NON GREEK WOMEN (10,781): ALL UNDERGRADUATE: (32,287):

3.45 3.35 3.31 3.28 3.20

GREEK WEEK

The University of Alabama promotes unity, camaraderie, and service within the Greek community. During Greek Week, members of all four Greek Governing Councils participate in friendly competition and community service. Greek Week is one of the largest annual philanthropic efforts at the University of Alabama.

While many of the events are social in nature, the primary focus of Greek Week is to give back to our local community through service and charitable contributions. The goal of Greek Week is to unite the four councils by having them work and socialize together while helping others.

HOMECOMING WEEK

Homecoming at Alabama is a week full of excitement and fun that leads up to the Homecoming football game. Each sorority is paired with an IFC fraternity, as well as a UGC and NPHC organization. Each pairing then participates in a series of competitions in an effort to win the coveted Homecoming Spirit Cup. Some of the competitions include a basketball tournament, bowling tournament, dance competition, and a float competition, followed by a parade through campus and downtown Tuscaloosa.

The most anticipated part of Homecoming, however, is the traditional construction of lawn decorations by each sorority house. These giant lawn decorations incorporate the year’s Homecoming theme and are created through a process called “pomping.”

Homecoming Week is the perfect time to bond with women in your sorority and make friends with members in the partnering sororities and fraternities. This all leads up to the football game and crowning of the Homecoming queen.

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RECRUITMENT WEEK

Questions & Answers

DO I NEED TO GO TO ALL OF THE EVENTS LISTED ON MY RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE? Yes! The objective of recruitment is for you, as a Potential New Member, to learn as much as you can about the UA Greek community and each of the chapters. By doing this you can make the best decision regarding membership. If you intentionally miss an event you were invited to, you are not maximizing your options, and you could be released from the recruitment process.

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IF I PARTICIPATE IN PRIMARY RECRUITMENT, AM I OBLIGATED TO JOIN A SORORITY? Potential New Members who choose to participate in recruitment are not obligated to join a sorority. The recruitment process gives women interested in sorority membership the opportunity to explore Greek life and to see if it is the right fit.

IF I AM A LEGACY TO A SORORITY, IS THERE ANYTHING I SHOULD KNOW? Sororities want to know who their WILL ALL PARTICIPANTS PLEDGE A legacies are, so please remind SORORITY AT THE END OF your family member(s) to send the RECRUITMENT? chapter a legacy introduction form.

Because recruitment is a mutual Panhellenic does not have any specific selection process, there are many policies on legacies. Each sorority has different outcomes to this process. their own policy regarding legacies, Participation in Primary Recruitment and it is up to each individual does NOT guarantee you an invitation chapter to decide whether to offer to join a sorority, and it is possible membership to a legacy. Likewise, to go through recruitment and not legacies are not obligated to pledge pledge a sorority. With that being said, the sorority that they are a legacy last year, 90 percent of the women to. Each Potential New Member is participating in Primary Recruitment evaluated on an individual basis, and at UA joined a sorority at the end of sororities are more likely to consider recruitment week. The national average mutual compatibility versus a family is 80-81 percent. connection. It is also recommended that PNMs completely fill out their WHAT IF I ONLY WANT TO BE IN A legacy information section when CERTAIN SORORITY? registering for Recruitment.

Only wanting to be a member of one specific sorority, or only considering WHAT IF I AM NOT A FRESHMAN a few sororities, can severely limit a AND I WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN PNM’s options for membership and can PRIMARY RECRUITMENT? lead to disappointment. Please do not A Potential New Member who choose a sorority based on stereotypes graduated high school prior to or others’ opinions. We encourage December 2019 is considered an you to keep an open mind about the upperclassman. Not to worry! You are chapters and make a decision that is still able to participate in Recruitment. best for you.

RECRUITMENT WEEK

Tips & Tricks

RUMOR HAS IT

Do not believe any of the rumors you hear. If it sounds too crazy to be true, then it probably isn’t true. Feel free to talk to your Sigma Rho Chis or a Panhellenic Exec member about any concerns you may have.

DESIGNER BAGS? (No need!)

You won’t be allowed to take anything into the sorority houses, so leave your nice purse or bag in your room. This also means that your bag will be laying on the grass outside while you’re attending parties. Keep that in mind when deciding what bag to bring with you during recruitment.

HIGH STRESS (AND HUMIDITY)

It’s August in Alabama...and trust us, it will be extremely hot! Choose light-weight dresses and colors that won’t show sweat. Comfort during recruitment is KEY to reduce stress.

TENT TALK Be careful what you say about other sororities to those around you. You should always be respectful of others’ opinions, as you never know what connections someone has to a particular house.

ALL THE ESSENTIALS

Packing list: Extra pony-tail holders, bobby pins, hair brush, personal fan, portable phone chargers, band-aids, umbrella, oil blotting sheets, snacks, water bottle, deodorant, feminine hygiene products makeup, pen, flip flops, mints, perfume, and a weatherproof tote bag.

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ALL ABOUT

Moving In!

The online move-in sign-up process will begin in June 2020.

Students who have registered for recruitment prior to June 1 will be able to sign up for an early move-in time through their housing application. Students who do not register before the online move-in signup system opens can email moveinhelp@ sa.ua.edu for scheduling assistance. Students who do not have a move-in time by late July will be assigned a time by Housing and Residential Communities (HRC).

At the end of July, all students will receive an email with their check-in date and time, driving directions, and a move-in parking pass sent to their UA Crimson email account. This parking pass must be used during move-in, so be sure to bring it with you.

In order to make the move-in process as easy and efficient as possible, the number of students who can move in at each time during the day is limited. Allowing students to continue to select move-in times that are already filled makes the process more difficult for families, students, and volunteers assisting with the process. We appreciate your understanding and your selection of another time if your first choice is already filled.

Please arrive on your assigned move-in day and time. If you arrive outside of your assigned move-in period, you will be directed to a holding area and will be required to wait until your assigned time or until move-in operations have ceased for the day.

Early move in is available from Wednesday, August 5 through Friday, August 7. Should move in plans be changed, students will be formally notified by email.

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Convocation Convocation, marking the start of Recruitment, will be held virtually on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. During Convocation, members of the Alabama Panhellenic Executive Council will give a brief description of the day-by-day schedule. Potential New Members (PNMs) will also be assigned to a Sigma Rho Chi group and will meet their leaders for the week virtually. Each participant will be able to pick up two Philanthropy Day t-shirts the night before Convocation.

WHAT TO WEAR: Dress is casual. We understand that many of you will be moving in, so please come as you are. T-shirt and shorts are appropriate.

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RECRUITMENT WEEK: DAY 1

OPEN HOUSE ROUND Please note: Now that Open House Round is virtual & you will be watching chapter videos instead of seeing the chapters face-to-face in real time, you are welcome to wear whatever you feel most comfortable in. This may be a t-shirt, athlesiure or sweats— whatever you feel best in!

AUGUST 8, 2020 During the first two days of recruitment, you will visit all 17 participating sororities with your recruitment group. Each party is only 20 minutes long, so these days move quickly. When the doors open at each house, the members inside will be singing their door song. These are LOUD, so be prepared and remember to keep smiling!

These parties are simply a first impression, so use this time to tell members a little bit about yourself and ask questions about the chapter. Most importantly, remember to have fun and be yourself— the week will be over before you know it!

OUTFIT OF THE DAY: Between the

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hot weather and lots of walking around, you will be most comfortable in a sundress and sandals. We do not recommend twopiece dresses or rompers, as they may be seen as too casual. We also don’t recommend maxi dresses or jumpsuits because it is HOT and HUMID during August in Alabama.

REMEMBER: No matter what, it is most

important that you feel comfortable and confident in what you are wearing. You will want to be focusing on your conversations in the houses, not your outfit!

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RECRUITMENT WEEK: DAYS 2, 3 & 4

PHILANTHROPY ROUND Please note: You will still receive two t-shirts for philanthropy round, however there’s no need to dress it up with cute shorts & sandals as this round will be conducted via Zoom

AUGUST 9, 10 & 11, 2020 Philanthropy Round marks the beginning of invitation-only parties. During your third and fourth days of recruitment, you will have the opportunity to visit up to 12 chapters for 30 minutes each. Service is an important part of the Greek experience at UA, and Philanthropy Round will give you a glimpse of the philanthropic work that each chapter participates in. Financial information will also be provided by each chapter you visit during this round. These two days are laid back and so much fun!

OUTFIT OF THE DAY: Shorts!

Philanthropy round is a great break from wearing dresses, so enjoy this change.

While these days are much more casual, we do not recommend ripped or frayed shorts. Additionally, you won’t want to wear anything too short, since you may be sitting on the ground in some houses. You will pair your shorts with the two shirts you receive at Convocation. Remember to wear comfortable shoes!

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REMEMBER: Think about what

philanthropies are important to you and what service projects you were involved in during high school. This is the most relaxed round of recruitment, so enjoy having fun with the active members while learning more about their philanthropy.

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RECRUITMENT WEEK: DAYS 5, 6 & 7

SISTERHOOD ROUND Please note: Although Sisterhood Round is virtual, you will still be meeting with chapter members via Zoom and are welcome to wear a nicer top or cute dress! No need to grab your wedges as you will be connecting with the chapters via Zoom.

AUGUST 12, 13 & 14, 2020 Sisterhood Round gives you the opportunity to really see the personality of each sorority. During this round, you may attend a maximum of 7 parties, each of which is 40 minutes long. The parties during Sisterhood Round are informative and allow more time for conversations with the sorority women. Participation in this round will allow you to see firsthand the individuality and values of each chapter.

OUTFIT OF THE DAY: During this

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round we recommend that you wear a nicer dress and wedges or heels. You may want to keep a pair of sandals or flip flops in your bag to wear in between houses to give your feet a break!

REMEMBER: During this round you

should think hard about what you’re looking for in a sisterhood, what you would like to be involved with at UA and who mightl help you achieve those goals.

This is a great time to really get to see the personalities and friendships of each chapter.

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RECRUITMENT WEEK: DAY 8

PREFERENCE ROUND AUGUST 15, 2020 On Preference, or Pref Day, you can attend a maximum of 2 Preference events. Each of these parties will last 50 minutes. This is the day to really focus on what you want to gain from joining a sorority. An invitation to a Preference event means that the sorority is very interested in asking you to become a member. After participating in a Preference ceremony, you will have the chance to talk privately with a member. During this time, the member may share with you how she made her decision, what her sorority means to her personally and what sisterhood encompasses.

This is a very emotional day for many women, so we ask that you are respectful of others and remain silent on the row. After the last party, you will walk silently to complete your MRABA.

OUTFIT OF THE DAY: Preference Day

DO

is the most formal round of recruitment! You should wear a nice dress and heels or nice wedges. You will not want to wear a dress that is too short or tight. An example would be something you may wear to a graduation ceremony or a daytime wedding.

REMEMBER: Look around the room at

each of the parties you attend on this day.

Many of the other women sitting around you could be your pledge sisters, so make sure you feel comfortable. Make sure you focus on your connections, values, and how you feel in each sorority.

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Hooray for...

BID DAY!

Due to ongoing health and safety concerns surrounding COVID-19, bids will be distributed via email to new members at 1 p.m. CST on Sunday, August 16, 2020. The email will include additional information about an opportunity for the new member to come to the chapter house at a specific time later that afternoon, as well as available accommodations for those who do not wish to visit the chapter house in person.

Bid Day is the most exciting day of recruitment. You might, however, be sitting or standing outside briefly during the hottest time of the day. While this day may be hot and hectic, it’s a once in a lifetime experience that will start one of your most exciting adventures in college.

We ask and recommend that parents and families NOT plan to attend any Bid Day activities, as no guests or alumnae will be allowed in chapter facilities.

APA is pleased to continue to partner with ZAP Photography for Bid Day photos, as well as local vendors to offer New Member Packages and Arrangements for purchase.

Please note that Colonial, Magnolia and Judy Bonner Drive will be closed to traffic on Sunday, August 16 from 11am-4pm.

RETREATS?

After Bid Day, sororities plan opportunities so that their new member class can bond and get to know each other. Here, the new members are able to meet their new sisters, learn about their sorority, and celebrate finding their home away from home for the next four years.

REST UP

REMINDER!

Bid Day is a very exciting and long day. Make sure to get a good night’s sleep, as you will have the opportunity to meet the rest of your new member class & chapter leadership.

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WHAT TO WEAR

Wear a loose fitting/cooling top, shorts, and comfortable shoes with backs. After you get your bid via email, you will have opportunity to go to your new home later that day. There, you will receive a jersey with your new sorority letters to put over your tank top. Please note: accommodations will be made for those who choose to participate virtually.

Bid Day is crazy, hectic, and hot! Make sure you drink tons of water to stay hydrated! You are encouraged to bring a water bottle with you. Don’t worry, many chapters will serve snacks when you get to the house.

New Member

PACKAGES & ARRANGEMENTS In partnership with the Alabama Panhellenic Association, local vendors will be offering Sorority New Member Packages and Arrangements for Fall 2020 Primary Recruitment. New Member Packages are gift packages and/or flower arrangements congratulating a new member on joining a sorority.

Local vendors will deliver New Member Packages to the sorority houses post- Bid Day before the new members return from their retreats. In coordination with local vendors, each sorority has designated a specific time and date for New Member Package and Arrangements deliveries.

Individuals who wish to hand deliver sorority gift packages and/or flower arrangements to a new member on Bid Day will need to arrange on-site pickup with the local vendor, as there will be no deliveries to sorority row on Sunday, August 16, 2020. For more information about Sorority New Member Packages and Arrangements, please contact one of the following approved local vendors:

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BAMA BOUND

Orientation

DUE TO CONCERNS OF COVID-19, BAMA BOUND WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY THROUGHOUT SUMMER 2020. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS CHANGE, YOU MAY VIEW UA’S STATEMENT HERE: HTTPS://ADM. UA.EDU/REGISTER/BAMABOUND_ SCHEDULE

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Where to eat

DURING RECRUITMENT MEALS DURING RECRUITMENT MONDAY Meal Plans 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Lakeside (+SOLA) & Fresh Food Co. TUESDAY Meal Plans 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Lakeside (+SOLA) & Fresh Food Co. WEDNESDAY Meal Plans 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Lakeside (+SOLA) & Fresh Food Co. THURSDAY Meal Plans 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Lakeside (+SOLA) & Fresh Food Co. FRIDAY Meal Plans 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Lakeside (+SOLA) & Fresh Food Co. SATURDAY Meal Plans 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Lakeside (+SOLA) & Fresh Food Co. SUNDAY Meal Plans 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Lakeside & Fresh Food Co.

OTHER ON-CAMPUS OPTIONS Chick-fil-A (Ferg) Monday-Friday 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Starbucks (Bryant Drive) Monday-Sunday 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Julia’s Market (Tutwiler) Monday-Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Starbucks (Ferg) Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Dunkin Donuts (Lakeside) Monday-Friday 7 a.m. - 5p.m.

Saturday- Sunday 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Lakeside Dining Monday-Sunday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

DON’T FORGET YOUR MOBILE ACT CARD WHEN YOU EAT MEALS ON CAMPUS! For a list of available dining locations and hours prior to August 8, please visit http://bamadining.ua.ed/ hours-operation/.

For more information regarding Meal Plan Terms and Conditions for the 2020-2021 academic year, including the Greek 55 Meal Plan, please visit, http://bamadining.ua.edu/fraternity-sorority/.

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STUDENT SERVICES STUDENT HEATH CENTER

750 Peter Bryce Blvd Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 348-6262 shc@ua.ed At the Student Health Center you can schedule appointments, walk-in, refill prescriptions and take health education classes.

STUDENT RECREATIONAL CENTER 400 Peter Bryce Blvd Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401 (205) 348-5164 urec@ua.edu

The Student Recreational Center has everything from a rock-climbing wall to indoor basketball facilities.

You may also sign up for numerous classes, and workout to your own liking.

THE COUNSELING CENTER

3000 South Lawn Office Building Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 348-3863 counseling@ua.edu The Counseling Center helps students achieve academic success and personal growth through quality brief counseling and psychological services, outreach, and consultative services, and the training of mental health professionals. If you need to get ahold of the counseling center, you may also text “BAMA� to 741-741 to text with a trained volunteer.

WOMEN AND GENDER RESOURCE CENTER

South Lawn Office Building Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 348-5040 wgrc@sa.ua.edu The Women and Gender Resource Center provides victim advocacy and counseling services. A victim advocate is on call 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays, for crisis intervention and support.

To access the on-call victim advocate after hours or on the weekend call UAPD at 205-348-5454 and request the WGRC on-call advocate. Counseling services are available with a staff therapist or a qualified graduate level counseling intern.

TITLE IX OFFICE

Capital Hall, Suite 2418 Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 348-5496 titleix@ua.edu The Title IX Office works with University Administration, departments, students, faculty, staff, campus police, and other support services to ensure that University policies and programs foster a campus community free of illegal gender discrimination and sexual violence.

THE TUSCALOOSA SAFE CENTER (OFF CAMPUS)

1601 University Boulevard East Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 205-860-7233 pam@tuscaloosasafecenter.com The Tuscaloosa SAFE Center is a private facility that provides a compassionate, patient-centered environment for sexual assault forensic examinations (SAFE).

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GET TO KNOW OUR

Chapters!

During Primary Recruitment, you will get the opportunity to meet with the Panhellenic sororities at Alabama. Making notes during the recruitment process will make keeping track of your preferences much easier at voting time. As you visit each one, take notes on the chapter pages and keep the following questions in mind: •

How did you feel leaving this chapter’s event? Excited?

Welcomed? Empowered?

•

Do you feel your values align well with the values of this chapter?

•

What is your first impression of this chapter? Has your initial opinion changed throughout this experience?

•

How can you be an asset to this chapter? How can this chapter be an asset to you?

•

How was your experience in the chapter similar or different to what you previously envisioned?

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Alpha Chi Omega NICKNAME: Alpha Chi NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1885 UA FOUNDING: 1924 CHAPTER NAME: Alpha Upsilon PHILANTHROPY: Domestic Violence Awareness, Prevention, and Education CHAPTER VALUE(S): Character, Leadership, Scholarship, Service, & Sisterhood SYMBOL: Grecian Lyre FLOWER: Red Carnation COLOR(S): Scarlet and Olive Green MOTTO: Together Let Us Seek the Heights CHAPTER WEBSITE: alphachiua.com SUGGESTED GPA: 3.4

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Alpha Delta C hi NICKNAME: A-D-Chi

ALPHA DE LOOKIN LTA CHI IS G FORW PARTIC IPATING ARD TO IN THE OPEN H OUSE R O RECRUIT U MENT T ND OF HIS YEA R.

NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1925 UA FOUNDING: 2004 CHAPTER NAME: Tau PHILANTHROPY: The Brown House CHAPTER VALUE(S): Accountability, Community, Integrity, Service, & Sisterhood MASCOT: Lamb JEWEL: Pearl FLOWER: Gladiolus and Delphinium COLOR(S): Flame and Blue MOTTO: As in a Mirror CHAPTER WEBSITE: adchibama.org

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Alpha Delta Pi NICKNAME: A-D-Pi NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1851 UA FOUNDING: 1907 CHAPTER NAME: Eta PHILANTHROPY: The Ronald McDonald House CHAPTER VALUE(S): Sisterhood, Scholarship, Individuality, Involvement, Service, & Loyalty MASCOT: Lion SYMBOL: Diamond FLOWER: Woodland Violet COLOR(S): Azure Blue and White MOTTO: We Live for Each Other CHAPTER WEBSITE: etaalphadeltapi.com SUGGESTED GPA: 3.3

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Alpha Gamma Delta NICKNAME: Alpha Gam NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1904 UA FOUNDING: 1921 CHAPTER NAME: Psi PHILANTHROPY: Fighting Hunger CHAPTER VALUE(S): Authenticity, Community, Generosity, Integrity, & Scholarship SYMBOL: Squirrel FLOWER: Red Rose, Yellow Rose and Plumosa Asparagus Fern COLOR(S): Red, Buff and Green CHAPTER WEBSITE: uaalphagam.com SUGGESTED GPA: 3.4

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Alpha Omicron Pi NICKNAME: A-O-Pi NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1897 UA FOUNDING: 1967 CHAPTER NAME: Alpha Delta PHILANTHROPY: Arthritis Foundation CHAPTER VALUE(S): Character, Dignity, Scholarship, & College Loyalty MASCOT: Panda FLOWER: Jacqueminot Rose COLOR(S): Cardinal Red & White MOTTO: Inspire Ambition CHAPTER WEBSITE: ua.alphaomicronpi.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.2

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Alpha P hi NICKNAME: Alpha Phi NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1872 UA FOUNDING: 1932 CHAPTER NAME: Beta Mu PHILANTHROPY: Alpha Phi Foundation CHAPTER VALUE(S): Character Development, Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, Leadership, & Loyalty SYMBOL: Ivy Leaf MASCOT: Bear FLOWER: Lily of the Valley COLOR(S): Bordeaux and Silver CHAPTER WEBSITE: alabamaalphaphi.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.0

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Chi Omega NICKNAME: Chi-O NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1895 UA FOUNDING: 1922 CHAPTER NAME: Nu Beta PHILANTHROPY: Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Boys & Girls Club of West Alabama CHAPTER VALUE(S): Friendship, Involvement, Integrity, Leadership, Scholarship, & Service SYMBOL: Skull and Crossbones MASCOT: Owl FLOWER: White Carnation COLOR(S): Cardinal and Straw MOTTO: Sisters on Purpose CHAPTER WEBSITE: nubetachiomega.com SUGGESTED GPA: 3.3

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Delta Delta Delta NICKNAME: Tri Delt NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1888 UA FOUNDING: 1914 CHAPTER NAME: Delta Mu PHILANTHROPY: Children’s Cancer & St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital CHAPTER VALUE(S): Authenticity, Diversity, Leadership, Scholarship, & Sisterhood SYMBOL: Trident MASCOT: Dolphin FLOWER: Pansy COLOR(S): Silver, Gold and Blue CHAPTER WEBSITE: ua.tridelta.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.2

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Delta Gamma NICKNAME: D-G NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1873 UA FOUNDING: 1947 CHAPTER NAME: Beta Psi PHILANTHROPY: Service for Sight & Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind CHAPTER VALUE(S): Friendship, Scholarship, Diversity, Service, & Authenticity SYMBOL: Anchor FLOWER: Cream Colored Rose COLOR(S): Bronze, Pink and Blue MOTTO: Do Good CHAPTER WEBSITE: bamadeltagamma.com SUGGESTED GPA: 3.2

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Delta Zeta NICKNAME: D-Z NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1902 UA FOUNDING: 1922 CHAPTER NAME: Alpha Gamma PHILANTHROPY: Speech and Hearing & The Painted Turtle CHAPTER VALUE(S): Involvement, Leadership, Respect, Scholarship, & Sisterhood SYMBOL: Lamp MASCOT: Turtle FLOWER: Killarney Rose COLOR(S): Rose and Green MOTTO: Dia-Karturoi Zuperon CHAPTER WEBSITE: alabamadeltazeta.com SUGGESTED GPA: 3.4

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Gamma P hi Beta NICKNAME: Gamma Phi NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1874 UA FOUNDING: 1989 CHAPTER NAME: Epsilon Lambda PHILANTHROPY: Building Strong Girls CHAPTER VALUE(S): Labor, Learning, Love, & Loyalty SYMBOL: Crescent Moon MASCOT: Penguin FLOWER: Pink Carnation COLOR(S): Pink, Brown and Mode CHAPTER WEBSITE: uagammaphibeta.com SUGGESTED GPA: 3.1

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Kappa Alpha Theta NICKNAME: Theta NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1870 UA FOUNDING: 1976 CHAPTER NAME: Delta Omicron PHILANTHROPY: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) CHAPTER VALUE(S): Individuality, Leadership, Personal Development, Scholarship, & Sisterhood SYMBOL: Kite FLOWER: Black and Gold Pansy COLOR(S): Black and Gold CHAPTER WEBSITE: alabama.kappaalphatheta.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.2

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Kappa Delta NICKNAME: K-D NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1897 UA FOUNDING: 1904 CHAPTER NAME: Zeta PHILANTHROPY: Prevent Child Abuse America & Girl Scouts of America CHAPTER VALUE(S): Authenticity, Friendship, Honor, Personal Development, Scholarship, & Service FLOWER: White Rose COLOR(S): Pearl White and Olive Green MOTTO: “Ta Kala Diokomen” CHAPTER WEBSITE: ua.kappadelta.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.2

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Kappa Kappa Gamma NICKNAME: Kappa NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1870 UA FOUNDING: 1927 CHAPTER NAME: Gamma Pi PHILANTHROPY: Reading is Fundamental & Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Alabama CHAPTER VALUE(S): Authenticity, Individuality, Involvement, Scholarship, & Sisterhood JEWEL: Sapphire FLOWER: Fleur-De-Lis COLOR(S): Light Blue and Dark Blue MOTTO: Dream boldly. Live fully.

CHAPTER WEBSITE: ua.kappa.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.3

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Pi Beta P hi NICKNAME: Pi Phi NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1867 UA FOUNDING: 1949 CHAPTER NAME: Alabama Beta PHILANTHROPY: Literacy CHAPTER VALUE(S): Honor and Respect, Integrity, Lifelong Commitment, Personal and Intellectual Growth, Philanthropic Service to Others, & Sincere Friendship SYMBOL: Arrow MASCOT: Angel FLOWER: Wine Carnation COLOR(S): Wine and Silver Blue CHAPTER WEBSITE: pibetaphi.org/ua SUGGESTED GPA: 3.3

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P hi Mu NICKNAME: Phi Mu NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1852 UA FOUNDING: 1931 CHAPTER NAME: Alpha Zeta PHILANTHROPY: Children’s Miracle Network Hospital CHAPTER VALUE(S): Accountability, Friendship, Involvement, Leadership, & Personal Development SYMBOL: Quatrefoil FLOWER: Pink Carnation COLOR(S): Rose and White MOTTO: Les Soeur Fideles CHAPTER WEBSITE: www.uaphimu.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.3

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Sigma Delta Tau NICKNAME: Sig Delt NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1917 UA FOUNDING: 1935

SIGMA DELTA TAU IS LOOKING FO RWARD TO VIRTUALLY PA RTICIPATING IN ALL ROUN DS OF RECRUITMEN T THIS YEAR!

CHAPTER NAME: Rho PHILANTHROPY: Prevent Child Abuse America, The Sig Delt Foundation and JWI CHAPTER VALUE(S): Community, Connection, Engagement, Individuality, & Scholarship SYMBOL: Torch MASCOT: Teddy Bear JEWEL: Lapis Lazuli FLOWER: Yellow Tea Rose COLOR(S): Cafe au Lait & Old Blue MOTTO: One Hope of Many People CHAPTER WEBSITE: alabamasigdelt.com SUGGESTED GPA: 2.75

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Sigma Kappa NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1874 UA FOUNDING: 1932 CHAPTER NAME: Alpha Omega PHILANTHROPY: Alzheimer’s Disease Research and the Sigma Kappa Foundation CHAPTER VALUE(S): Friendship, Loyalty, Personal Growth, & Service SYMBOLS: Dove and Heart JEWEL: Pearl FLOWER: Wild Purple Violet COLOR(S): Lavender and Maroon MOTTO: One Heart, One Way CHAPTER WEBSITE: ua.sigmakappa.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.0

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Zeta Tau Alpha NICKNAME: Zeta NATIONAL FOUNDING: 1898 UA FOUNDING: 1910 CHAPTER NAME: Nu PHILANTHROPY: Breast Cancer Education and Awareness CHAPTER VALUE(S): Authenticity, Friendship, Leadership, Scholarship, & Service SYMBOL: Crown and Strawberry FLOWER: White Violet COLOR(S): Turquoise Blue and Steel Grey MOTTO: Seek the Noblest CHAPTER WEBSITE: ua.zetataualpha.org SUGGESTED GPA: 3.2

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