IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS 20. RECRUITMENT OVERVIEW & TIPS + TRICKS
FINANCIAL/ACADEMIC OBLIGATIONS
RECRUITMENT COUNSELORS (PI CHI) 26. THE 2024 PI CHIS 28. CPA CODE OF ETHICS 29. PNM BILL OF RIGHTS 30. 2024 RECRUITMENT RULES & POLICIES 32. RECRUITMENT OVERVIEW VIDEO
It is a pleasure to welcome you into a community that values sisterhood, leadership, service, and scholarship. Through this process, we hope that you make genuine connections and find a place that feels like home. Remember to be yourself, keep an open mind, and have fun!
We look forward to meeting each and every one of you! GO TIGERS!
A National Panhellenic Conference Award-winning Panhellenic Association.
WhatisaSorority?
A sorority is a student-led organization for women. Providing a strong community, friendship, and support system for its members, sororities enhance the student experience inside and outside of the classroom.
Each chapter at Clemson and other universities is part of a larger national network. They have their own rituals, traditions, symbols, and sometimes housing.
Sororities also focus on giving back through community service and philanthropy, alongside hosting social events and networking opportunities.
Joining a sorority is a way for women to make lasting friendships, develop leadership skills, and get involved in campus life, preparing members to make significant contributions beyond the undergraduate experience.
There are 13 Panhellenic sororities in Tigertown.
L. Christopher Miller, J.D., Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Chris Miller serves as the vice president and dean of students for Clemson University Division of Student Affairs Miller was appointed to the full-time position in April 2021 after serving in an interim capacity following the retirement of Almeda Jacks. Miller successfully guided Student Affairs through a transitional period in which several of its departments relocated within the institution to the Finance and Operations Division creating a leaner, more student-focused organizational structure within Student Affairs The Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life lies within the Division of Student Affairs
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Gary Wiser
Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life
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Aly Thieman-Ruhl
Associate Director of Chapter Services, Interim Interfraternity Council Advisor
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Ellie Cahill
Coordinator of Advising and Coaching, Clemson Panhellenic Association Advisor
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Michael Parrish
Assistant Director for Fraternity Sorority Housing Operations and Technology
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Lynn Tumblin
Operations Coordinator
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Trish Robinson
Senior Associate Director of Educational Programs
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Ladell Watson
Coordinator of Advising and Coaching, Multicultural Greek Council & National Pan-Hellenic Council Advisor
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Tiffany Deal
Assistant Director for Fraternity Sorority Housing
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The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) offers the fraternity and sorority community support that emphasizes the importance of social responsibility, academic excellence, and leadership through open communication, needs-based advising, and direct interaction with organization members and advisers. We believe in the power of values-based fraternities and sororities to create positive change.
In addition to the chapters represented In the councils listed below, there are various academic & honor socieity Greek chapters on Clemson’s campus. Refer to the faculty in your area of study to learn more about those organizations.
College Panhellenic Council (CPA)
That’s us! We are an umbrella organization that governs and coordinates activities among the 13 social sororities on Clemson’s campus. We promote unity, collaboration, and adherence to national standards among our member sororities.
Interfraternity Council (IFC)
IFC is a governing body that oversees and supports the 24 social fraternities on Clemson’s campus. They foster cooperation, leadership development, and adherence to shared values among member fraternities.
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
NPHC is a collaborative organization consisting of historically African American Greek-letter organizations, commonly known as the Divine Nine. They promote unity, advocacy, and cultural awareness among their member organizations.
Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)
MGC is an umbrella organization that represents multicultural Greek-letter organizations on college campuses. They provide support, resources, and a platform for collaboration among their member organizations, which may have diverse cultural backgrounds and interests.
The Beta Eta Chapter of Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha, Inc.
Founded December 13, 2014 (12/13/14)
Instagram: @ClemsonSIA
Twitter: @ClemsonSIA
Facebook: @ClemsonSIA
https://clemsonsia.wixsite.com/clemsonsia
SIGMA LAMBDA GAMMA NATIONAL SORORITY INC.
Founded at Clemson University on July 31st,2020
Principles: Academics, Cultural Awareness, Community Service, Social Interaction, Morals, & Ethics
Vision: Empowered women leading the world.
Motto: Culture is Pride. Pride is success.
Instagram: SLG Clemson
Facebook: SLGClemson
Twitter: SLG _ Clemson
https://sites.google.com/view/.slgclemson
National Pan-He SPOT
Meet our National Pan-Hellenic Chapters at Clemson University
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY INC.
The Lambda Theta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
Founded: January 5, 1908 at Howard University
Chartered: May 2, 1977 at Clemson University
Motto: "By Culture and By Merit"
Principles: “Scholarship, Sisterhood, Service”
Instagram: @clemsonakas
DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY INC.
The Omicron Phi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Founded: January 13, 1913 at Howard University
Chartered: May 5, 1983 at Clemson University
Motto: “Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom”
Principles: “Scholarship, Sisterhood, Service, and Social Action”
Instagram: @ ophi
ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY INC.
The Eta Nu Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc.
Founded: January 16, 1920 at Howard University
Chartered: April 26, 1986 at Clemson University
Motto: “A community conscious, action-oriented organization”
Principles: “Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood”
Instagram: IG: @Clemsonzetas
Email: etanuclemson@gmail.com
SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY INC.
The Mu Psi Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.
Founded: November 12, 1922 at Butler University
Chartered: February 29, 1992 at Clemson University
Motto: “Greater Service, Greater Progress”
Principles: “Scholarship, Sisterhood, Service”
Instagram: @mupsipoodles
Facebook: SGRho Mu Psi I
The Clemson Panhellenic Council
The Clemson Panhellenic Association (CPA) is the programming and governing body of the thirteen National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sororities at Clemson University. Every women who joins a Panhellenie sorority at Clemson University becomes a member of this College Panhellenic Association.
The Panhellenic community at Clemson is comprised of thirteen chapters with an average chapter size of 296 members and one onboarding chapter. The council leaders consist of delegates from each chapter and nine executive officers. These leaders plan and oversee the implementation of the Primary Recruitment process in the fall, host new member education programs, and implements Panhellenic sisterhood events to enhance the unity between all chapters, and actively support GirlUp GVL, our local philanthropy.
MeetOurExecutiveBoard
Sidney Kornberg President
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VP of Recruitment
Makenzie Hazen
Aidyn Lee-Moya Vice President
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Tanisha Alexander, maker VP of Finance & Administration
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Marisa Hess VP of Internal PR
Pi Chi MG VP of Philanthropy
Klaudia Lagowski VP of Inclusion & Belonging
Jane Moore
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Pi Chi Lulu VP of External PR
Mary Martin Olds Assistant VP of Recruitment
Emma Potter Head Pi Chi
The Clemson Panhellenic Delegates
The College Panhellenic Council (CPC) is the CPA’s governing body and is composed of one delegate and one alternate from each regular, provisional and associate member chapter at Clemson University. The College Panhellenic Council is responsible for local Panhellenic operations in accordance with CPA Unanimous Agreements, policies, best practices and procedures.
The Council of Delegates consists of one representative from each CPA member organization and has primary responsibility for Conference membership and Panhellenic policies. Each delegate is empowered to act and vote on behalf of her member organization.
Olivia McKenna
Alpha Chi Omega
Madison MacCabe
Alpha Delta Pi
namaker
Kiara Iannacconi
Chi Omega
unamaker
Sarah Tant
Delta Gamma
Reagan
Lillibridge
Gamma Phi Beta
MeetOur Panhellenic Delegates
Lynley Blocker
Alpha Phi
Lillian Lewis
Delta Delta Delta
Alyson Kaplan
Delta Zeta
Elle De La
Garza
Kappa Kappa
Gamma
Maddy Schnabel
Sigma Kappa
Hollis Holmes
Kappa Delta
Claire Bartlett
Pi Beta Phi
Regina Dennison
Zeta Tau Alpha
CPA MEMBERSHIP REPORT
2022 - 2023
1,404
36% of the Clemson female undergraduate student population are members of Panhellenic sororities.
CPA Membership Trends: 3,415 3,923
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Recruitment Definitions
Party
A “party” refers to the scheduled timeslots where PNMs are in chapter recruitment spaces during the Recruitment week. These parties provide an opportunity for potential new members to meet current sorority members, learn about the organization's values and activities, and determine if they feel a connection with the sorority.
COB
"COB" stands for "Continuous Open Bidding." It refers to the process by which sororities extend bids to potential new members outside of the formal recruitment period. COB allows sororities to recruit additional members to their organization after the formal recruitment events have concluded. Not all chapters at Clemson University have a COB process.
Pi Chi (aka PX, Π
X)
A Pi Chi is a member of the Panhellenic community who has chosen to disassociate from her own chapter to help unbiasedly lead a group of PNMs through the primary recruitment process.
Recruitment Counselor
Another word for Pi Chi
Learn the Greek Alphabet
PNM
A Potential New Member (PNM) is a woman who is registered and/or intends to participate in Fall Primary Recruitment at Clemson University. A Potential New Member is also any high school student (grades 9-12), who is considering coming to Clemson or anyone with the intent to participate in CPA Fall Primary Recruitment in the coming year.
Bid
A bid refers to an official invitation extended by a sorority to a prospective member to join their organization. It signifies that the sorority has chosen the individual to become a member based on mutual interest and compatibility.
Bid Day
The last day of recruitment, when potential new members receive bids to join chapters and become new members. Each chapter will usually host a Bid Day activity to help the new members get to know each other and the rest of the chapter, like bowling or roller skating. There is to be no alcohol use or men associated with recruitment or Bid Day.
New Member
A New Member is a woman who has received a bid from a CPA sorority but is not yet initiated into the chapter.
Active
An initiated member of a sorority currently in college.
Intentional Single Preference
When a woman lists only one chapter on her membership recruitment acceptance binding agreement (MRABA) following the preference round of primary recruitment.
Legacy
A daughter, sister or granddaughter of an initiated member of a sorority. Typically, different NPC member organizations have different definitions of legacies. Being a legacy does not guarantee a bid to a particular sorority. Each NPC member organization has its own policy for invitations to legacies during recruitment.
Quota
The number of potential new members that each chapter can offer bids to during primary recruitment. This is determined with a formula involving the number of chapters and the number of women participating in bid matching.
Recommendation Letter
A form completed by an alumna member of a sorority recommending a potential new member for membership. Recommendations may be more important at some campuses than others.
Silence period
A period of time after the end of membership recruitment events (following Preference Round) and prior to the distribution of bids when there is no communication between potential new members and sorority members.
Snap Bidding
An option available to chapters that did not match to quota. Chapters may offer bids to potential new members whose preferences were not matched after preference round. Snap bids should be coordinated and extended through the College Panhellenic, prior to the distribution of bids and the start of Bid Day activities.
Total
The allowable chapter size on a campus, as determined by the College Panhellenic, including new and active members. Chapters that fall under total may be allowed to participate in continuous open bidding until they reach total.
Values-based recruitment
A recruitment style that focuses on meaningful conversations between collegiate members and potential new members with the goal of recruiting women who will have a positive impact on chapters and the College Panhellenic community. Nonessential features such as skits, elaborate decorations and costumes are removed from the process, and the focus is on the values, benefits and obligations of membership for each organization.
Disassociated
Occurs when a recruitment counselor temporarily separates herself from her sorority during the recruitment process to act as an unbiased resource for members participating in recruitment. After the recruitment process, she rejoins her sorority.
VALUES-B RECRUITM
At Clemson, our Panhellenic community is built o values of academics, equality, inclusion, and serv As you go through recruitment, keep these values mind and consider which chapters align with you
The Recruitment Week
Primary Recruitment includes four rounds of even that highlight each sorority's offerings. You'll mee current members and can ask about activities, financial commitments, academic support, new member programs, and campus life. Keep an ope mind and think carefully about where you feel mo home in the Greek Community at Clemson.
Mutual Selection Process
Recruitment is a mutual selection process where Potential New Members (PNMs) and sororities ma choices. All PNMs will start with viewing videos fr every sorority during the Open House round. The n three rounds Philanthropy, Sisterhood, and Preference are by invitation only. You'll rank the chapters you want to revisit, and sororities will in their preferred PNMs.
Understand that you may not get invitations to al events you wish to attend. The Panhellenic Execut Board and Pi Chis will explain the process in deta during Convocation and throughout the week.
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RUMOR HAS IT
Don't believe everything you hear or read on social media. If you find yourself questioning whether something is true, it probably isn't Please avoid spreading or contributing to unkind rumors If you have any concerns, feel free to talk to your Pi Chis or a Panhellenic Exec member.
DESIGNER BAGS?
CPA will be gifting you a clear bag to use for Recruitment, as all Recruitment attendees must follow Littlejohn Coliseum’s clear bag policy. You won't be able to bring anything into your parties, so leave your nice purse or bag in your room Your bag will be left with your Pi Chi in the seats of Littlejohn
PANHEL POSITIVE
Be mindful of what you say about other sororities around others Always respect others' opinions; you never know someone's connections or how they feel about a particular chapter.
HIGH STRESS (and high humidity?)
It's August in South Carolina, and it will be extremely hot. Consider wearing lightweight dresses and colors that won't show sweat. Comfort during Recruitment is key to reducing stress.
ALL THE ESSENTIALS
Bobby pins, hairbrush, portable phone chargers, band-aids, umbrella, oil blotting sheets, snacks, water bottle, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, makeup, pen, flip flops, mints, perfume, and a tote bag.
Financial Obligations
Each chapter’s dues vary. Head over to our website for individual financial cards.
Average New Member Dues
Average Initiated Member Dues $788 $463
Chapter Dues:
An important consideration in deciding to join a sorority should be if you are able to meet the financial requirements of membership.
Membership is most expensive the first semester you join due to many onetime fees. All Panhellenic sororities should be willing to work with each member individually through payment plans to meet the financial obligations of membership. During Round 3 of Primary Recruitment, you will receive a financial card from each chapter you visit. These financial cards will provide a breakdown of the cost of dues for each chapter and where the money goes.
Fraternity & Sorority Life Fee:
Another financial obligation to joining a Fraternity or Sorority at Clemson is the Fraternity and Sorority Life fee. This fee of $60 each semester covers staffing and programming for the fraternity and sorority community. This fee is placed on the tuition bills of members.
Academic Requirements
Although Panhellenic does not set a GPA requirement to participate in recruitment, each chapter sets a minimum GPA requirement for membership. It is important to recognize that your GPA may limit you in the recruitment process. Most chapters have approximately a 3.0 GPA requirement to be offered a bid during recruitment.
To help students understand how their GPA may affect their primary recruitment process, Panhellenic created Grade Zones to show how academies factor into a PNMs recruitment experience:
Your options are not likely limited based on your GPA. Your options are more likely to be limited based on your GPA. Your options are very likely to be limited based on your GPA.
PI CHI
A recruitment counselor, better known as a Pi Chi, is a member of the Panhellenic community who has chosen to disassociate from her own chapter to help unbiasedly lead a group of PNMs through the primary recruitment.
What you need to know about your Pi Chi:
Your Pi Chi is SO excited to meet you! She has been training for this position for 8 months and could not be more excited to guide you through the Recruitment process.
Your Pi Chi is a resource for you at all times! Whether you have questions about what to wear during rounds, how to get to a class, or if you are struggling to adiust to life away from home, your Pi Chi will be there for you before, during and after recruitment.
You will also have a Summer Recruitment Counselor that will reach out a few weeks after you complete registration. She will be a resource for you before the formal recruitment period begins
Your Pi Chi has disassociated from her chapter to be an unbiased resource for you. Please do not try to reveal her affiliation before Bid Day.
Your Pi Chi was chosen out of a very competitive pool of applicants We love her and hope you do too!
Pi Chi Purpose
To stimulate and maintain interest in joining a sorority
To make the Potential New Member feel she has a Panhellenic friend whom is working in her best interest and capable of guiding her relationships with chapters
To assist Potential New Members in adjusting to Clemson University and life away from home
To help make the recruitment experience an enjoyable and memorable one for the Potential New Members
To promote a positive attitude toward all Panhellenic chapters and the entire Clemson University Greek Community
To be available to a Potential New Member at all times to help them and offer guidance in a one-on-one situation
To consult the Head Pi Chi, the Vice President of Recruitment, or the Panhellenic advisor of any major problems
To explain and assist with the mechanics of Recruitment
To be a role model for Potential New Members as well as other Panhellenic women AT ALL TIMES!
PI CHIS 2024
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Clemson Panhellenic Association Code of Ethics
We, the members of sororities at Clemson University, agree to promote honesty, respect, sisterhood, and cooperation within the College Panhellenic and our respective chapters in our daily lives. This code of ethics is designed to inspire our members, reinforce exemplary conduct and values-based leadership and perpetuate lifelong membership to enrich the sorority and Panhellenic experience.
We, as College Panhellenic members of Clemson University, agree on and commit to: Uphold and demonstrate the Panhellenic spirit in thought, word, and action through our chapters as well as individual members.
Demonstrate ethical behavior and conduct ourselves in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the College Panhellenic, each inter/national organization and the institution.
Respectfully adhere to the Unanimous Agreements and all policies established by the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC).
Avoid disparaging remarks about any sorority or collegiate woman.
Provide an equitable and inclusive sorority experience for all women who are interested at the institution.
Recognize friendly relations with all collegiate women, both sorority members and nonmembers, realizing the importance of creating and building friendships.
Plan recruitment events that provide opportunities for the greatest possible number of women to become sorority members while protecting the rights and privileges of individuals and chapters.
Be respectful of the rights of every potential new member to make a personal choice, including but not limited to: not joining the sorority community at a specific time, intentional single preference or preference of all sorority chapters.
Respectfully adhere to the bylaws and recruitment rules of the College Panhellenic Association.
Hold one another accountable to this code of ethics, remembering at all times that we represent not only our individual chapters but also the Panhellenic community as a whole.
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 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 accept full responsibility for the results of that decision
12. The right to have a positive, safe and enriching recruitment and new member experience.
Rules & Policies
The recruitment rules of the College Panhellenic Association at Clemson University are intended to help guide affiliated, sorority women and Potential New Members (PNMs) through the membership selection process. Active members, new members, potential new members, recruitment counselors, advisors, and alumnae shall be bound by all College Panhellenic Association at Clemson University Recruitment Rules, National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) Unanimous Agreements and Policies, PNM Bill of Rights, College Panhellenic Association at Clemson University Code of Ethics, and the College Panhellenic Association at Clemson University Bylaws. It is the responsibility of each member organization/chapter to educate all current members and alumni on these policies. It is the responsibility of the College Panhellenic Association at Clemson University to publish these policies so that PNMs are able to educate themselves. All violations of these policies will result in a report, which may lead to the College Panhellenic Association at Clemson University Judicial Process.
Potential new members found in violation of these rules and procedures will be subject to dismissal from the recruitment process.
Primary Recruitment will be held during the fall semester, and primary recruitment events will be held only at times specified by the College Panhellenic Association at Clemson University recruitment calendar. For the responsibilities of the Panhellenic Executive Board and Recruitment Counselors, please reference the College Panhellenic Association at Clemson University Bylaws, which can be found on the Clemson Panhellenic website.
2024 Recruitment Rules
Pi Chis & CPA Executive Board Members will ensure that these rules are upheld during Recruitment.
Individuals who have concerns about the Recruitment process are encouraged to contact our FSL Coordinator of Advising and Coaching, Ellie Cahill at eecahil@clemson.edu.
Round 2 Day 2:Round 2 Day 1: Philanthropy 9:30AM: PNMs show up to LittleJohn Party 16: 10:00-10:30
Party 17: 10:45-11:15
Party 18: 11:30-12:00
Party 19: 12:15-12:45
Party 20: 1:00-1:30 Party 21: 1:45-2:15
Party 22: 2:30-3:00)
Party 23: 3:15-3:45
Party 24: 4:00-4:30
Party 25: 4:45-5:15
Party 26: 5:30-6:00
Party 27: 6:15-6:45
Party 28: 7:00-7:30
Party 29: 7:45-8:15 10:30am-9:00pm PNMs make selections
Saturday, August 17th
Round 3 Day 1: Sisterhood
7:00 AM: Pi Chis Meet with PNMs // PNM schedules get published
8:30 AM: PNMs show up to LittleJohn
Party 1: 9:00 - 9:35
Party 2: 9:50 - 10:25
Party 3: 10:40-11:15
Party 4: 11:30-12:05
Party 5: 12:20-12:55
Party 6: 1:10-1:45
Party 7: 2:00-2:35
Party 8: 2:50-3:25
Party 9: 3:40-4:15
Party 10: 4:30-5:05
Party 11: 5:20-5:55
Party 12: 6:10-6:45
Party 13: 7:00-7:35
Party 14: 7:50-8:25
Party 15: 8:40-9:15
Party 16: 9:30-10:05
10:35-10:35pm : PNMs make selections (if finished with all rounds)
Sunday, August 18th
Round 3 Day 2: Sisterhood
Clemson Leader Day - (PNMs attend this in morning/afternoon)
5:00PM: PNMs show up to LittleJohn
Party 17: 5:30-6:05PM
Party 18: 6:20-6:55
Party 19: 7:10-7:45
Party 20: 8:00-8:35
Party 21: 8:50-9:25
Party 22: 9:40-10:15
6:05-11:15pm: PNMs make selections
Monday, August 19th
Round 4: Preference
New Student Convocation & Events 9am-1pm MRABA signing - 2:45-10:45pm (location TBD) filled out reservation for Reeves Recruiting Lounge in football stadium
11:30 am - Pi Chis Meet with PNMs // PNM Schedules get published
1:30pm: PNMs show up to LittleJohn (if they have Party 1)
Party 1: 2:00-2:45pm
Party 2: 3:00-3:45 pm
Party 3: 4:00-4:45pm
Party 4: 5:00-5:45pm
Party 5: 6:00-6:45pm
Party 6: 7:00-7:45pm
Party 7: 8:00-8:45pm
Party 8: 9:00-9:45pm
3:00-10:45pm: PNM MRABA signing
Tuesday, August 20th: Bid Day
8:00 am: PNMs notified if they did not receive a bid 12:30: PNMs arrive to the upper intramural fields- begin receiving bid day cards 1:30: Chapter Bid Day activities off campus can begin
between June 10 and August 4. Before you register, here is a checklist of some things you will need to have prior to filling out the application:
Please email clemsonpanhellrecruitment@gmail.com if you have any questions or need any additional help!
August 13th, 2024
Any & all women moving in that day will be going through the primary recruitment process.
Pi Chis and Panhellenic Exec will be there helping them move in if they need. Spend time with your families and say your goodbyes before jumping right into recruitment and college!
Clemson Housing
PNM Move-In
Convocation PNM
August 14th, 2024 2:00 PM
PNMs will gather in LittleJohn Coliseum to listen to CPA Introduce themselves and the need-to-knows for Recruitment. They will then have the privilege to hear from a special guest speaker!
Following the presentations, PNMs will get introduced to their Pi Chis and head over to Tiger Park with their Pi Chi group.
There, they will expeience a PNM barbeque where they can get to know the other girls in their Pi Chi group and ask any questions they might have!
Round One: Open House
Round 1 of recruitment will be conducted virtually utilizing PNM and chapter videos. The PNM video will serve as your introduction to chapters as well as to Clemson's Panhellenic Community. Have fun and be yourself!
PNMs will watch all thirteen chapter videos with their Pi Chi at the end of the night on PNM Convocation and make their selections. Chapters will view PNM videos and vote on their end as well.
These videos will allow both the chapters and PNMs to learn more about one another and very similar information that would be shared during an in-person round one.
PNM Videos will be submitted with their registration and uploaded using an unlisted YouTube link
Round 1 Video Information
Video Format: Record a 60-second to 90-second video introducing yourself to chapters
Share your name, intended major, and hometown
Primary Video Content
Feel free to pick and choose a few of the prompts below to talk about in your video. You are not limited to discussing the prompts below!
What is your favorite memory from high school or college and why?
What things are you looking forward to most about going to Clemson and joining a sorority?
Talk about a time in your life that you are most proud of.
What is something unique about you?
Please describe what you look for in a group of friends?
What are some things you are passionate about?
What goals do you have for yourself during your undergraduate years?
What would you add by being a part of the Panhellenic community?
What is your favorite memory with your friends?
Additional Guidelines
Record your video with your phone, laptop, or similar device. Do not record the video with professional equipment. Do not edit your video.
Wear something casual and comfortable that makes you feel confident and presentable.
Record your video with a plain background free from distractions. There should not be anyone but yourself in the video.
Do not use any props.
Round Two: Philanthropy
Round 2 is the first round of invitation only parties. During this round, you will have the opportunity to visit a maximum of 9 sororities. Each party during Round 2 is 30 minutes long. The purpose of Round 2 is to provide an opportunity for you to learn how important philanthropy and service are to each sorority you visit. Each sorority will give a presentation to highlight their philanthropic partners and efforts at both the local and national levels.
For Round 2, attire will be casual but polished. Each PNM will wear the designated PNM shirt for Round 2. We suggest wearing comfortable shorts or skirts with the PNM shirt. This is an opportunity to express yourself and your style.
Round Three: Sisterhood
Round 3 showcases the unique spirit and values of each sorority. You may visit a maximum of 6 sororities. Each party lasts 35 minutes. The parties during Round 3 are informative and allow more time for you to have deeper conversations with the sorority members. Participation in this round will provide you the opportity to learn about membership expectations as well as experiencins the special bond of sisterhood.
For Round 3, we suggest presenting yourself in dressy-casual. Think casual dresses, rompers, jumpsuits.
RoundFour: Preference
Round 4 events are the last events that you will attend before bid day.
On this day you can visit a maximum of 2 sororities. Each party will last 45 minutes. This round should serve as your opportunity to have your most meaningful conversations with chapter members. During this time, a chapter member may share with you how she made her decision, what her sorority means to her, and overall why she values that sisterhood.
After you attend your last party, you will complete your MRABA.
For Round 4, we suggest wearing a nice dress with wedges or heels.
Think cocktail attire, but keep it classy!
The Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA)
Please read this document carefully. You should not sign this binding agreement unless you understand it. Check one of the following options:
I want to withdraw from recruitment at this time.
This means I will not join a sorority now, but I am eligible for future opportunities such as continuous open bidding
I will sign this agreement at this time.
Continue completing this form
By signing this agreement, I understand and agree to the following terms:
I am willing to accept an invitation to membership from any sorority that I list on this agreement. I will list the sorority(ies) in my order of preference for receiving a bid.
I do not have to rank all the sororities that are my remaining choices if I am certain I will not accept a bid from them and do not see myself as a member of that sorority
I understand that should I choose to limit my choices, I might not receive a bid through this recruitment process
After submitting this form:
I cannot change my ranking I also cannot add or delete any sorority(ies)
If I do not receive a bid from any sorority(ies) I have listed, I understand that I am eligible to join any sorority through COB if there is an opportunity. I also understand that not all sororities will recruit through COB. If I do receive a bid from a sorority I have listed, and I choose to not accept that bid, I understand that I am not eligible to join any other sorority on this campus until the start of the next primary recruitment period
NPC Unanimous Agreement III The Panhellenic Compact
8 If through the primary membership recruitment process, a potential new member accepts a bid and then has her pledge broken by an NPC sorority or breaks her pledge, then she is ineligible to be pledged to another NPC sorority on the same campus until the beginning of the next year's primary membership recruitment period
List in rank order sorority(ies) whose preference event I attended and where I am willing to join
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2nd (if applicable):
By signing this membership recruitment acceptance binding agreement, I agree to accept a bid from any of the sororities I rank above. I also agree that I will be bound to that bid until the beginning of the next primary recruitment period on this campus (Note: Clicking submit on an electronic version of the MRABA denotes a signature and agreeent to the terms listed )
Signature Date
The membership recruitment acceptance binding agreement must be filed with the College Panhellenic within one (1) business day of the above date
Explanation of the MRABA
The Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA), previously known as the "Preference Card," is a crucial document in Clemson University's sorority recruitment process. This Is the document that a PNM will sign at the conclusion of her final round in Recruitment.
Here's what you need to know:
Commitments: By signing the MRABA, PNMs commit to accepting a bid from any sorority they rank. This commitment lasts for one calendar year, from August to August.
Consequences: Once a PNM receives a bid from a listed sorority, she is bound to that sorority for the specified period. Declining a bid from a listed sorority renders PNMs ineligible for Continuous Open Bidding (COB) during specific periods.
Selection Process: PNMs rank sororities visited during the final round, with assistance from her Pi Chi. The paper MRABA and computer selections must match and cannot be altered once submitted.
Options: Before signing, PNMs have options:
Withdraw from recruitment and remain eligible for COB.
List sororities they are willing to accept bids from, ensuring no preferences are ranked that they are unwilling to accept.
PNMs may also opt for a single preference, though single preferences do not guarantee bids.
Continuous Open Bidding (COB): PNMs not receiving bids from listed sororities remain eligible for COB, though participation from sororities may be limited.
The MRABA ensures clarity and commitment throughout the recruitment process, emphasizing thoughtful decision-making and maximizing options for PNMs.
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MEET THE CHAPTERS
ALPHA CHI OMEGA AXO
Also Known As aye-ki-o, alpha-ki Chapter Values
Wisdom, devotion, and achievement
Colors
Scarlet red and olive green
Member Testimonial
"Coming from out of state I had no idea what to expect, I had big shoes to fill in terms of sisterhood and knew that I wanted to find my forever best friends through the rush process. After many meaningful conversations I just knew that I was meant to be in AXO, I was constantly welcomed with open arms, genuine conversation, and the feeling of sisterhood. 2 years later, I now live will all my sisters, who are my forever best friends and will be there from bridesmaids to old ladies and everything in between. I truly cannot imagine my life without Alpha Chi Omega, and I wouldn’t have it any other way!"
Philanthropy
Domestic Violence Awareness
ALPHA DELTA PI AΔΠ
Also Known As aye-dee-pi Chapter Values
Sisterhood, Service, Character, and Knowledge Colors
Azure Blue and White
Member Testimonial
“Over the past two years ADPi has given me so much more than I could ever give back! When going through recruitment I was looking for community, genuine & steadfast friends who would be forever! I have found that and more within this sisterhood— the biggest blessings of college circle back to ADPi & I would choose it again and again!”
Philanthropy
Ronald McDonald House Charities
ALPHA PHI
AΦ
Member Testimonial
We strive for innovation, a spirit of generosity, a unique bond of sisterhood and high character expectations.
“Being from the Midwest, when I came to Clemson I did not know a single soul. I was in love with the concept of sororities, recruitment, making new friends, and being part of a sisterhood that would last a lifetime. I knew nothing about the different sororities so I went into recruitment with an open mind. Alpha Phi felt like home to me right away. Their elegant style and genuinely welcoming, fun, and spirited aura was just perfect. My bid day buddy Caroline was so sweet and made bid day so memorable for me. My big Nikki, what can I say, she is like a best friend, a sister and an admirable role model all rolled up into one amazing person. With the many other great friendships I have formed as a sister in Alpha Phi, I am so grateful to this chapter. From fundraisers to almost weekly themed mixers – there is never a dull moment. I have gotten so many great experiences that I will carry with me through my lifetime. Alpha Phi is truly the place to be.”
CHI OMEGA XΩ
Friendship, High Standards of Personnel, Scholarship, Participation in Campus Activities, Career Development, and Community Service.
Member Testimonial
“Why did I choose Chi O…. Where do I begin… where else would I find friends that laugh with me as hard and as loud as my friends in chi o. Where else would I find friends that constantly put a smile on my face and light up my day (in the rare occasion I’m not smiling). From the moment I walked into Chi O at rush I knew this is where I belonged, where i was meant to be, and sure enough it couldn’t have folded out better. Who would have thought I would call my next door neighbors on the hall my best friends, chi o, a place where strangers become friends, and friends become sisters. But what an adventure this has been, and I say this in complete honesty, I would not change a thing for the world."
DELTA DELTA DELTA
Also Known As tri-delt Chapter Values
Be bold, be brave, be kind, truth, self sacrifice, and friendship.
Colors
Silver, Gold, and Cerulean Blue
Philanthropy
St. Jude Children's Research
Hospital
Member Testimonial
Hey PC 25! I am a senior Tri Delta from Greenville, SC! Looking back on my 3 years in Tri Delta is something that I can proudly say has shaped me into the person that I am today. Now, we all know that it is not where you are but who you surround yourself with - the women in this chapter have inspired me to strive to be encouraging, loyal, silly, loving, adventurous, and kind to everyone. From living on the 5th floor in manning, to living on the sorority quad, to living off campus with 30 of my best friends, there have been more friendships and memories than I can count. While in Tri Delta, I had the opportunity to serve as the PC 23 new member ‘mom’ which gave me the chance to create meaningful relationships with girls that were 2 years younger than me. Whether it was going on coffee dates, having a scavenger hunt around campus, or getting excited as I walked past them on the way to class, I loved having a friendship with each and every one of them. That is something that is truly unique about Tri Delta - being able to call 300 girls (whether a freshman or senior) your friends and sisters. It's having girls that genuinely care about each other and want to see each other succeed in and out of college. Now, my time at Clemson and in Greek life is about to end, but I know that a part of my story will always lie within Tri Delta and my friendships there.
DELTA GAMMA
Member Testimonial
Coming to Clemson from a small town in Southwest Virginia, the idea of joining a sorority was a foreign concept to me and I was not yet ready to dive into Greek Life I had a great freshman year experience, but I knew something was missing. I decided to officially register for primary recruitment for Fall 2023. Recruitment is an emotional rollercoaster for everyone, but I knew going through the process as a sophomore would present me with more challenges than most I found myself fighting to find the right fit, and at times I didn’t think there was a place for me in a sorority at all. The only place that I felt truly at home was with Delta Gamma. The DG’s that I had met during my freshman year are some of the most bubbly and genuine girls I’ve met to this day. Two of my roommates were already members in DG, so I thought I knew everything there was to know Going through primary recruitment showed me just how wrong I was. Every party I had with DG, I was greeted by the most welcoming, smiling faces. Everyone I had previously met had gone out of their way to give me a hug which made it clear how excited these girls were to have me there About halfway through recruitment I was still unsure if DG was the right fit, but Preference Round changed everything Listening to my roommate Bella’s “Why DG” story helped me find my own reason for wanting to wear the Golden Anchor. I felt that Delta Gamma was the one place I could truly be myself and grow into the person I strived to be. I knew that I would be surrounded by sisters who would support me in my college endeavors and remain my best friends for my entire life. I saw myself guiding others through recruitment and taking on a leadership position of my own someday. Looking back almost a year later, I am now serving as Delta Gamma’s Director of Sisterhood, and I have no doubt that deciding to join DG was the best decision I’ve ever made
“Coming from out of state not knowing anyone, I knew I wanted to join a sorority that gave me supportive friends, leadership opportunities, and many ways to get involved. Delta Zeta has given me that and so much more! I have been so fortunate to live on the Delta Zeta hall and be involved in planning recruitment which have both helped me meet so many people and get more involved than I ever thought I could be! Joining Delta Zeta has given me life long friends and the most fun memories to look back on.”
GAMMA PHI BETA
AlsoKnownAs
gee-phy,gamma-phy
ChapterValues
Love,Labor,Learning,andLoyalty
Colors
Pink,mode,andbrown
Philanthropy
GirlsontheRun
Member Testimonial
“I went through formal recruitment my freshman year with no idea what to expect. I was so nervous going into it, but it beyond exceeded my expectations! My Pi Chi and every chapter I talked to were so kind, but Gamma Phi stood out to me throughout the whole recruitment process. Every time I went into Gamma Phi, I was at ease, and every conversation I had was so easy and real. I instantly clicked with everyone I talked to in Gamma Phi! I remember feeling so overjoyed when I opened my bid day card and saw Gamma Phi Beta! Now that I have been in Gamma Phi for almost two years, I can say joining was one of my best decisions! I have met some of my closest friends in college through Gamma Phi and had so many opportunities because I joined! I used to not believe in the whole “this is how you’ll meet your future bridesmaids” story, but I’m here to tell you it’s the truth. I can genuinely see the friends I’ve made in Gamma Phi sticking by my side for the rest of my life! I am so proud to say that I am a member of Gamma Phi Beta at Clemson University!”
KAPPA DELTA
AlsoKnownAs
kay-dee
ChapterValues
friendship, loyalty, personal integrity, lifelong learning, and selfless service
Colors
Olive Green and Pearl White
Philanthropy
Prevent Child Abuse America and the Girl Scouts of America
Member Testimonial
“Being a KD sister means to be supportive to everyone in the chapter and really being a shoulder to lean on. I love how involved everyone is and how passionate we each are about our different interests. Even though we are all different we come together and support each other in the best way; we are all held together by a common heart string. I have made some of my best friends in KD and I am so grateful!”
KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA
AlsoKnownAs kappa, kay-kay-gee
ChapterValues
Truth, Sincerity, Loyalty, Wisdom
Colors
Light Blue & Dark Blue
Philanthropy
JED Foundation, The Kappa Foundation
KKΓ
Member Testimonial
“Joining Kappa has been one of the best opportunities in my life. Never before have I met a group of friends that I can feel so much like myself around! These girls are so inspiring, involved, loving and caring for each other and it is an overall amazing group to be a part of.”
PI BETA PHI
AlsoKnownAs
pi-phy
ChapterValues
integrity, lifelong commitment, honor and respect, philanthropic service to others, personal and intellectual growth, and sincere friendship
Colors
Wine and silver blue
Philanthropy
Read>Lead>Achieve
Member Testimonial
"while my freshman year at clemson was great, I always knew that there was something missing to truly make it feel like home. that missing piece was pi phi. joining this sisterhood has, without a doubt, been one of the most incredible decisions i’ve ever made each day, I find myself overflowing with gratitude for all that pi phi has given me. from amazing roommates who became my closest friends, to endless laughter, to longlasting memories, and everything else that fills the space in between. I never understood the excitement people had for joining a sorority until I found pi phi. being surrounded by such a supportive and remarkable group of women has not only inspired me, but helped me grow into the best version of myself. being an angel holds such a special place in my heart, and it’s a beautiful aspect of my life that I get to share with so many incredible girls. i absolutely adore this chapter and bond we share!"
SIGMA KAPPA
AlsoKnownAs
Ess-kay ChapterValues
Friendship, Loyalty, Personal Growth, and Service
Colors
Lavender and Maroon
Philanthropy
The Sigma Kappa Foundation, Inherit the Earth, Gerontology, The Maine Seacoast Mission, and The Alzheimer's Association
Member Testimonial
"My experience in Sigma Kappa, Kappa Pi is something I could genuinely talk about for hours! Coming into Clemson as the only person from my high school in Austin, Texas, I really had no expectations for how branching out or finding my people would go. I signed up for Primary Recruitment without having a mother or sister to compare an experience to, but knew I needed that push to cultivate new relationships outside of my comfort zone. Sigma Kappa was my first party on Philanthropy Day 1, and it was immediately an immense sense of comfort I ended up meeting my future big on Sisterhood Day 1, and when I talked to her again during Preference Round, I confidently told her Sigma Kappa was the place I wanted to be and that I would suicide bid From Bid Day to now, our four values of friendship, loyalty, service, and personal growth are something that I have experienced first-hand in anything I have been a part of. From being someone who is nervous to talk in large groups, my fellow sisters have instilled a confidence in me that I never would have uncovered alone, and have pushed me into opportunities with unwavering support What I love about Kappa Pi is our diversity and appreciation for our differences, which in turn creates an overwhelming feeling of acceptance. This feeling of being accepted for being unapologetically me has given me the confidence to be in leadership roles like our current Vice President of Standards and Values, as well as the chance to be in wonderful opportunities like Sigma Kappa’s 2024 Miss Clemson University Scholarship Pageant representative. Given that I have gained so much in only two years and still have two more left, I am immensely grateful for the sisterhood of Kappa Pi!"
ZETA TAU ALPHA
AlsoKnownAs
zay-ta
ChapterValues
Lifelong Learning, Leadership, Responsibility, Being
Rather than Seeming, Service & Philanthropy, Seeking
Understanding that We Might Gain True Wisdom, Humility, Loyalty & Commitment, Love
Colors
Steel grey and turquoise blue
Philanthropy
Breast Cancer Education & Awareness
ZTA
Member Testimonial
“Coming from a tight-knit group of girlfriends at home, sisterhood holds immense importance to me, and through the recruitment process, I sought a genuine sisterhood resembling what I grew up with Choosing Zeta, I discovered not just friends for four years, but sisters for life. Each member embodied Zeta's nine key values: being rather than seeming, humility, leadership, lifelong learning, love, loyalty, responsibility, seeking understanding for true wisdom, and service. The unity and affection within Zeta were evident in their interactions and campus involvement. Zeta has shown me what it means to belong to a loving, supportive community, enriching my Clemson experience and beyond Volunteering at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K walk in Greenville stands out as a cherished memory, where I connected with survivors and fighters, offering support and empowerment. Serving as Sunshine Chair on the programs council allowed me to deepen my bonds with my sisters. Reflecting on my recruitment experience, joining Zeta has made me a better leader, sister, and friend, and I'm grateful for the lifelong friendships and future bridesmaids I've found.”
