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THE GOVERNING COUNCILS The fraternity and sorority community at CMU is self-governed, managing its organizations through three councils: Collegiate Panhellenic Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, and the Interfraternity Council. Each council supports its chapters and provides resources to member organizations. Councils promote and coordinate leadership programs, service opportunities, and various social and educational activities throughout the year.
Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC)
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
Interfraternity Council (IFC)
The governing body for the National Panhellenic Conference sororities at CMU.
The governing body of eight of the nine historically African-American international Greek letter sororities and fraternities at CMU.
The governing body for North-American Interfraternity Conference fraternity chapters at CMU.
CMU chapters: Alpha Chi Omega Alpha Gamma Delta Alpha Sigma Alpha Alpha Sigma Tau Delta Phi Epsilon Delta Zeta Phi Mu Phi Sigma Sigma Sigma Lambda Gamma* Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Kappa Zeta Tau Alpha
CMU chapters: Fraternities: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
CMU chapters: Alpha Sigma Phi Beta Theta Pi Kappa Sigma Phi Delta Theta Phi Kappa Tau Phi Sigma Phi Pi Kappa Phi Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Chi Sigma Pi Sigma Tau Gamma Tau Kappa Epsilon* Chi Phi**
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THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS Each of the three fraternity and sorority councils at CMU have different methods of recruiting new members. The best way to meet all the Greek organizations is at MainStage right before classes start in the fall. Fraternities and sororities are also present at Get Acquainted Day and Meet the Greeks, which are both held at the beginning of each semester. Anyone seeking to join a fraternity or sorority at CMU must have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA, although some chapters require a higher GPA. See below for details and how to begin joining the organization that is right for you. If you have any questions or would like more information about fraternity and sorority life, please contact the Office of Student Activities and Involvement. Katrina Crawford, Assistant Director of Greek Life, crawf2km@cmich.edu http://fraternitysororitylife.orgsync.com @CMU_GREEKS
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Hazing Policy Hazing is against Michigan law and CMU policy. A student shall not bully, haze, harass, or stalk any person or group of persons. Telephone harassment, texting, email, computer or online social media harassment, stalking, racial and sexual harassment are included under this policy,
as are all other forms of bullying and harassment not specifically mentioned here. Any organizations or individuals found to be participating in or supporting hazing of any kind are sanctioned up to and including removal from campus and prosecution in a court of law.
National Pan-Hellenic Council The National Pan-Hellenic Council membership selection process is called Membership Intake. NPHC chapters typically accept students after they have completed at least 12-24 credit hours with a minimum GPA set by each chapter. Potential members are encouraged to
attend events and informational meetings by any NPHC chapter to show interest. This will allow you to see what each chapter is all about and get to know current members of the organization. Make sure to research the different NPHC chapters on campus to find the perfect one for you.
Collegiate Panhellenic Council Panhellenic Recruitment is an opportunity for women to visit all of the sororities on campus. Each sorority is unique in its own way. This allows potential members to see every option and find the best match for them. Each day in Panhellenic Recruitment focuses on a different part of the sorority, such as a sisterhood day or philanthropy
day. Each chapter talks about the topic of the day so that potential members can learn each component of the sorority. Recruitment is done through a mutual selection process. Each day of recruitment, you will narrow down selections by preferencing chapters. The sororities also preference potential members after each day.
Interfraternity Council The Interfraternity Council’s recruitment period happens during the fall and spring semesters. Recruitment begins as an open process and men are encouraged to check out the chapters throughout the week that interest them. During this time, each
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LEADERSHIP Membership in a Greek organization provides limitless opportunities for you to take on new leadership roles in your life. Whether you choose to serve your chapter and/or the Greek community as an officer or a coordinator of a chapter or community events, you will undoubtedly develop transferable leadership skills that will last long after you have graduated from college. Each fraternity and sorority has a committee structure that allows you to get involved in all operational aspects of the organization. You can always find opportunities in the Greek community and around campus to get involved in to broaden your horizons in terms of leadership development.
COMMUNITY SERVICE As a member of the fraternity/ sorority community, you will be encouraged by your chapter to become involved in campus-wide activities and organizations that will not only provide positive contributions to your community but to your self-development as well. Fraternity/sorority life is a great facilitator to campus involvement. Finding that perfect balance between academics and social activities is an important part of the college experience. Involvement in both areas can transform you into being a well-rounded college undergraduate and will most certainly continue to benefit you post-graduation and into your future life and career.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE One of the greatest advantages of fraternity/sorority life is the sisterhood or brotherhood that links you with the other members of your chapter, creating friendships and forming bonds that will last for a lifetime. These lifelong friendships create numerous opportunities for networking and social interaction. This is your time to make new friends, take advantage of it!
Sisterhood and brotherhood will be a part of your life every day. Your brothers and sisters will be there for you through the good times and the bad times, sharing success, happiness and occasional struggles. By choosing to enter fraternity/sorority life, you have decided to become part of a Greek family.
Greek organizations are known for their various service contributions. They donate tens of thousands of dollars to philanthropic organizations every year, and provide thousands of community service hours to community groups. Every national fraternity or sorority has a designated charity or philanthropy that they regularly sponsor. Greeks also come together for large scale philanthropy projects throughout the year. This year, CMU’s annual Greek Week set an all-time record for
the Fraternity and Sorority Life Competition, raising over $83,00 for the Isabella County Child Advocacy Center and the Kristy Malter Foundation. Greek Week centers on philanthropy and raising money for an organization. This is accomplished through Greek organization competing in events and paying event entrance fees to raise money. At CMU, Greeks feel it is important to contribute their time and efforts to their community, as everyone is able to learn and grow through serving others.
FRIENDSHIP The fraternity/sorority community at CMU strives for academic excellence. Fraternity and sorority members develop the knowledge, understanding and intellectual curiosity needed to be successful in their career fields and communities. Anyone seeking to join any fraternity or sorority at CMU must
have at least a 2.5 cummulative GPA, although some chapter require a higher grade point. Many chapters have potential scholarship opportunities for members. CMU’s Greek community wants you to excel academically and will help support you to accomplish this.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS HOW DO I JOIN A FRATERNITY OR SORORITY? If you are interested in joining a fraternity or sorority, you should begin by meeting with chapters at Main Stage (fall semester), Student Organizations Spotlight (spring semester), or CMU’s many Meet the Greeks events. These events will allow you to meet members of the organizations and will enable you to find out more information about their recruitment events.
CAN GREEK MEMBERSHIP HELP STUDENTS BE ACADEMICALLY SUCCESSFUL? Greek-letter organizations were founded on the principle of academic achievement. Scholastic success is in the student’s favor when you factor in help from fellow brothers and sisters, study sessions, test taking strategies, time management and class scheduling assistance. Each fraternity or sorority provides some form of scholastic assistance to their members; tutoring, awards, and academic scholarships are just a few of the many incentives used to challenge members to reach their highest academic potential. Ultimately, the responsibility for succeeding in the classroom is up to the individual student. However, with the broad range of resources and incentives provided by the Greek community and the university, students can better achieve their academic potential.
WILL GREEK LIFE ASSIST STUDENTS AS THEY BEGIN THEIR CAREERS? One of the tremendous assets of affiliation with a Greek-letter organization is the nationwide network of alumni members of the organization. As a student prepares for entry into the career world after graduation from their institution, alumni members can assist in job placement through their knowledge of where jobs are and who is hiring. In addition, Greek Life assists students in developing transferable skills that will be needed in the career world, such as management, leadership development and communications, to name just a few.
DO ALL FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES HAVE HOUSES? DO I HAVE TO LIVE IN THE FRATERNITY OR SORORITY HOUSE? Not all fraternities and sororities have houses, but many chapters do. The houses offer a place for members to hang out, study, eat together, etc. Often the organizations with houses require members to live in the house for one or more years. The national organization, alumni or landlords own the houses and rent them to the chapter or members living in the house. The cost of living in a fraternity or sorority house varies by chapter and each house has different living arrangements. It is encouraged for anyone interested in joining a fraternity or sorority to ask questions about the organization’s house and live-in requirements prior to accepting membership.
WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT INVOLVED IN BELONGING TO A GREEK-LETTER ORGANIZATION? While there are certain attendance requirements, a well-balanced schedule is encouraged for all members. Through involvement with the chapter, students will learn to better manage their time by balancing academics, work, social lives and other commitments. Academic commitments are the first priority and many Greek members hold student jobs as well. Greek organizations are extremely conscientious of the full schedules that most students have and offer flexibility as much as possible. Students find that being active in a fraternity or sorority is well worth the time they put into it and tremendously rewarding.
WHAT KINDS OF COSTS ARE INVOLVED IN BEING GREEK? Becoming a part of a fraternity or sorority does have a financial commitment. The chapters are self-supporting through dues paid by their members. When students join a Greek letter organization, they also agree to pay dues and fees while in school to maintain their membership. Although chapters may make accommodations for special situations, students should discuss the financial obligations with their parents or guardians before deciding to join, and think about this financial responsibility seriously.
Each chapter has different dues for membership that cover such things as chapter and national dues, dues to the Greek governing council, your membership badge, social activities, resources, and other miscellaneous costs. Many chapters also offer payment plan options for those interested. To learn more, you should contact each chapter directly to find out their personnel information about financial accountabilities.
HOW DO I DETERMINE WHICH FRATERNITY OR SORORITY IS BEST FOR ME? Each fraternity and sorority is founded on different beliefs and values. It is up to you to decide whether to join a large or small organization, a culturally based group or an academic, volunteer fraternity or sorority. It is all a matter of personnel preference. Each organization has its own incredible advantages. Select the fraternity or sorority that you feel most comfortable with and could see yourself being an integral part of. All fraternities and sororities share the values of scholarship, leadership, service, and brotherhood or sisterhood. As you attend various recruitment events, it is important that you ask the questions about things that are important to you: costs, activities, scholarships, philanthropy, etc. You should be sure to make this decision on your own. Even though your roommate, best friend or the group of people you attend recruitment events with has decided on a particular fraternity or sorority, you do not have to base your decision on anyone else;s. Your friends should always be your friends; the choice of fraternity or sorority is completely yours. GREEK GUIDE 2017 |
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GREEK GLOSSARY Active
Legacy
Alumni/Alumnae
Little Brother/Little Sister
A fully initiated member of a fraternity or sorority that is in college. An initiated member of a fraternity or sorority that graduated from college.
Bid
A formal invitation to join a fraternity or sorority.
Big Brother/Big Sister
An initiated member of a fraternity or sorority that serves as a mentor to a newer member.
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Brother
An initiated member of a fraternity; the term used by members in a chapter when referring to each other.
Chapter
The local collegiate group of a national fraternity or sorority.
Formal Recruitment
The period set aside for membership recruitment of NPC sororities.
A prospective new member whose relative is an alumnus/alumna or an active member of a particular fraternity or sorority. An initiated member of a fraternity or sorority being mentored by a big brother or sister.
New Member
A member of a fraternity or sorority that has accepted a bid, but not yet been initiated.
New Member Period
A time during which new members learn about the fraternity or sorority history, values, policies and members.
Philanthropy
Another term for community service; a charitable fundraiser or service project sponsored by a fraternity or sorority.
Potential New Member (PNM)
Initiate
A person who has interest in fraternity or sorority life and participates in the recruitment process.
Initiation
The period when fraternities and sororities offer membership into their chapter.
Membership Intake
An initiated member of a sorority; the term used by members in a chapter when referring to each other.
A person who has been through the initiation ritual and is a full member. The formal ceremony that brings a new member to full fraternity or sorority membership. The process that National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities and sororities use to select new members.
Recruitment/Rush Sister/Soror
Social
A gathering between Greek-letter organizations to get to know each other.
ALPHA CHI OMEGA (AXOS, ALPHA CHIS)
House Address: 916 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Oct. 15, 1885 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 8, 1958 Colors: Scarlet red & olive green
Flower: Red carnation Symbol: The Lyre Philanthropies: Domestic Violence Awareness (Women’s Aid Service in Isabella County) Children & Family Enrichment Council (CAFE) - Mt. Pleasant
Open Motto: Together let us seek the heights. National Website: www.alphachiomega.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/ Alpha-Chi-Omega-atCentral-MichiganUniversity/ 119138138157903
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Alpha Chi Omega empowers over 230,000 Real. Strong. Women. across the country in over 130 chapters. It offers an experience that respects and responds to the hopes, dreams, fears and realities of today’s women, in today’s world. At Central Michigan University, Alpha Chi Omega strives for excellence in character, leadership, academics, financial responsibility, personal development and philanthropy. We strive to make an impact on our campus and in our community through our domestic violence awareness efforts and fundraising. We are active in a wide variety of campus organizations and have been recognized as an “Outstanding Student Organization” through the Office of Student Activities and Involvement in 2014. We were also recognized as the “Best Sorority on Campus” by student vote through CM Life in 2013 and 2014. Alpha Chi Omega is a lifelong commitment, reflective of 129 years of sisterhood and tradition, and together, we are constantly striving to reach new heights! Twitter: @AXO_CMU Instagram: @AXO_CMU 2017/18 President: Alexis Clow clow1ad@cmich.edu
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ALPHA GAMMA DELTA (AGD) House Address: 607 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: May 30, 1904 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 21, 1959 Colors: Red, buff, and green Flower: Red rose Symbol: Squirrel Philanthropies: Diabetes Education and Awareness Open Motto: Live with purpose. National Website: www.alphagammadelta.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ alphagammadeltacmu Twitter: @CentralMichAGD Instagram: @agd_cmu 2017/18 President: Maranda Doney doney1ms@cmich.edu
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Guided by the Alpha Gamma Delta purpose, Alpha Gamma Deltas strive to attain a higher standard, thereby improving their lives, the lives of those around them and the communities in which they live. Since the founding, collegiate chapters have been installed at more than 180 colleges and universities across North America and more than 155,000 women have become Alpha Gam sisters. In 2012, AGD was voted the #1 sorority on Central Michigan University’s campus. We promote academic excellence, philanthropic giving, ongoing leadership and personal development and above all, a spirit of loving sisterhood. Together, we continually work to inspire the woman and impact the world.
NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL
ALPHA PHI ALPHA (ALPHAS) Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. the first intercollegiate greek-leter fraternity established for African Americans, was founded at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York on Dec. 4, 1906. Alpha Phi Alpha develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities through manly deeds, scholarship, and love for all mankind. First of all, servants of all, we shall transcend all. National Founding Date: Dec. 4, 1906 Local Founding Date: April 12, 1988 Colors: Black & old gold Flower: Yellow rose Symbol(s): Great sphinx of Giza Philanthropic Causes: Voter Registration, Project Alpha, Brother’s Keeper, March of Dimes, Big Brothers Big Sisters, The National Association for the Advancedment of Colored People (NAACP), National Urban League, Boy Scouts of America, an Youth support and Education Open Motto: First of all, servants of all, we shall transcend all Twitter: masterminds1906 National Website: www.apa1906.net 2017/18 President: Roderic Rooks rooks2rm@cmich.edu 16 | GREEK GUIDE 2017
ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA (ASA) House Address: 1026 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 National Founding Date: Nov. 15, 1901 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 15, 1941 Philanthropies: S. June Smith Center, Special Olympics, ASA Foundation and Girls on the Run Colors: Palm green, pearl white, crimson and gold Flower: Narcissus and aster Symbol: Crown, star, palm tree, phoenix Open Motto: Aspire. Seek. Attain. National Website: www.alphasigmaalpha.org Twitter: @asacmich Facebook: facebook.com/ ASABetaTheta Instagram: @asacmich 2017/18 President: Sarah King king4sm@cmich.
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Alpha Sigma Alpha is a tight-knit sisterhood of down-to-earth girls working together to make the world a better place. We work to better ourselves by incorporating our four aims of intellectual, spiritual, physical and social development into our daily lives. Our life-long bonds become stronger with retreats, philanthropic activities, social events and just hanging out together. Alpha Sigma Alpha inspires women to lead, to serve and most of all to make a difference.
INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
ALPHA SIGMA PHI (ALPHA SIGS) Alpha Sigma Phi started as an interest group at Central Michigan University in 1989 and grew to a full chapter over the next three years. The charter was signed on April 30, 1993, becoming the Delta Rho chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi. The chapter went through a short period of reorganization in 2002, but was officially re-opened that fall and has been prospering ever since. The Delta Rho chapter has grown and expanded, remaining stable in our membership, serving our community and looking to the future. We received the Alpha Gamma Upsilon Bronze Cup in 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2016, as well as the Phi Pi Phi Silver Cup in 2014. House Address: 605 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Dec. 6, 1845 CMU Founding Date: April 30, 1993 Colors: Cardinal and stone
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Flower: Cardinal rose & yellow tea rose Symbol: Phoenix Philanthropies: Silence (RAINN), Charity (Ronald McDonald House Charities), Purity (Human Society), Honor (Big Brothers, Big Sisters of America) and Patriotism (Homes for our Troops).
Open Motto: The cause is hidden, the results well-known. National Website: www.alphasigmaphi.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ alphasigdeltarho
Twitter: @cmualphasigs Instagram: @asp_cmu 2017/18 President: Clayton Ferguson fergu3ca@cmich.edu
ALPHA SIGMA TAU (AST) COLLEGIATE PANHELLENIC COUNCIL
The purpose of Alpha Sigma Tau is to promote the ethical, cultural and social development of its members. Sisterhood in AST is more than attending meetings, going to socials and wearing the letters. It is a feeling of belonging to a group of women, finding your home away from home. You will make friendships that will last a lifetime. House Address:
107 W. Gaylord, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
National Founding Date: Nov. 4, 1899
CMU Founding Date: April 28, 1905
Colors:
Emerald green and gold
Flower:
Yellow rose
Symbol: Anchor
Philanthropies:
Women’s Wellness Initiative, Pine Mountain Settlement School, Habitat for Humanity
Open Motto:
Active, self-reliant, trustworthy
Quote:
“Anchored for life”
National Website:
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Facebook:
www.facebook.com/astbetachapter
Twitter:
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Instagram:
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2017/18 President: Carly Densmore densm1cr@cmich.edu
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BETA THETA PI (THE BETAS) Beta Theta Pi planted its roots at Central Michigan University in 1982, and was granted its charter in 1985. Founder Randy Helman’s original vision was to have a fraternity at CMU that would be recognized as a solid asset for one’s growth, leadership, friendship and academics. Since then, Beta Theta Pi has been dedicated to building men of principle for a principled life. Our brotherhood aids the individual, builds the fraternity and strengthens Central Michigan University through lifelong devotion to intellectual excellence, high standards of moral conduct and responsible citizenship. House Address: 814 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 10, 1985 Colors: Delicate shades of pink and blue
Flower: Queen of the prairie rose Symbol: Dragon Philanthropies: United Way, Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum
Open Motto: Firman consensus facit (Cooperation makes strength) National Website: www.betathetapi.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/cmubetas
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DELTA PHI EPSILON (DEE PHI E) The mission of Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority is to cultivate a sisterhood dedicated to the personal development of women. We strive to live up to our ideals and principles of dedication, pride and excellence. We are an international sorority, with over 68,000 sisters and 105 chapters in the United States and Canada. Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority has identified five areas of development and personal growth among our members which cultivate a well-rounded and balanced woman. These areas are known as our five S’s - scholarship, self, service, sisterhood and social. House Address: 910 S. Washington St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Mar. 17, 1917 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 17, 1996 Colors: Royal purple and pure gold
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Flower: The lovely purple iris Symbol: Unicorn Philanthropies: The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders Delta Phi Epsilon Educational Foundation and Organ Donor Awareness
Open Motto: Esse Quam Videri (To be rather than to seem to be) National Website: www.dphie.org/Home Facebook: www.facebook.com DeltaPhiEpsiolonBetaPhiCMU
Twitter: @dphiecmu Instagram: @deltaphiepsiloncmu 2017/18 President: Rachel Schumaker schum2rm@cmich.edu
DELTA SIGMA THETA (DELTAS, THE REDS) Since its founding on Jan. 13, 1913 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has distinguished itself as a public service organization providing an extensive array of initiatives though its five-point program thrust of economic development, educational development, international awareness and involvement, physical and mental health, and political awareness and involvement. Symbol: Fortitude Philanthropies: Financial Fortitude, Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy Delta Gems
Open Motto: Intelligence is the torch of wisdom National Website: www.deltasigmatheta.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ thetathetadeltas
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National Founding Date: Jan. 13, 1913 CMU Founding Date: Apr. 24, 1971 Colors: Crimson & cream Flower: African violet
Twitter: @DSTThetaTheta Instagram: @dst_thetatheta 2017/18 President: Moriah Cooper coope3ml@cmich.edu
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DELTA ZETA (DEE ZEE) The women of Delta Zeta Sorority share a common purpose: to make life fuller, more meaningful and more rewarding. Our promise to our sorority and our commitment to enrich the world are for a lifetime. To our members, it is the promise of friendship, personal development and opportunity. To the campus community and the world, we are valued citizens deeply committed to making a difference where we live. Today, Delta Zeta has enriched the lives of over 247,000 alumnae and collegiate members in the United States and Canada. House Address: 810 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Oct. 24, 1902 CMU Founding Date: May 2, 1953 Colors: Rose and green
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Flower: Killarney rose Symbol: Turtle, diamond Philanthropies: Starkey Hearing Foundation, Gaullaudet University, House Ear Institute, Painted Turtle Camp, & Delta Zeta Foundation
Open Motto: “Behold the turtle, for she only makes progress when she sticks her head out.� National Website: www.deltazeta.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ CMUDeltaZeta
Twitter: @DeltaZetaCMU Instagram: @deltazetacmu 2017/18 President: Brittney Birecki birec1be@cmich.edu
IOTA PHI THETA (IOTAS) NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL
On Sept. 19, 1963, at Morgan State University, 12 students founded Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated. The purpose of Iota Phi Theta is the development and perpetuation of scholarship, leadership, citizenship, fidelity, and brotherhood among men. The Fraternity is, and shall forever remain dedicated to its founders’ vision of “Building a tradition, not resting upon one!” National Founding Date: Sept. 19, 1963 CMU Founding Date: Apr. 25, 2005 Colors: Charcoal brown & gilded gold Flower: Yellow rose Symbol: Centaur Philanthropies: The National Iota Foundation, I.O.T.A. Youth Alliance, & The Inroads Partnership Open Motto: Building a tradition, not resting upon one National Website: www.iotaphitheta.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ Zeta Alpha Chapter of Iota Phi Theta Twitter: @ASABeta_Theta Instagram: @cmu_iotas 2017/18 President: Eric Carter carte1ea@cmich.edu GREEK GUIDE 2017 |
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KAPPA ALPHA PSI (KAPPAS) Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on Jan. 5, 1911, on the campus of Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. Kappa Alpha Psi sponsors programs providing community service, social welfare and academic scholarship. With the fraternity’s fundamental purpose of achievement in every field of human endeavor, members of Kappa Alpha Psi have members recognized as leaders in the arts, athletics, business, civil rights, education, government, and science sectors at the local, national and international level. National Founding Date: Jan. 5, 1911 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 23, 1974 Colors: Crimson & cream Flower: Red carnation
Symbol: Diamond Philanthropies: Guide Right, Kappa League, Diamond Awards, St. Judes Childrens Research Hopital, Kappa Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, Guide Right
Open Motto: Achievement in every field of human endeavor National Website: www.kappaalphapsi1911.com Website: www.etarhonupes.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ etarhonupes Twitter: @etarhonupes Instagram: @etarhonupes 2017/18 President: Marcus Brooks brook3me@cmich.edu
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KAPPA SIGMA (KAPPA SIG)
House Address: 617 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Dec. 10, 1869 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 17, 2012 Colors: Scarlet, white, and emerald green
Flower: Lilly of the valley Symbol: Star and crescent Philanthropies: Military Heros Campaign, & Special Olympics Michigan
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Kappa Sigma is a gentleman’s college fraternity. Its goals are many, but all center on the promotion of friendship, loyalty, and sense of unity. The objective of this organization is to excel in all phases of fraternity and student activities at Central Michigan University. To fulfill this objective, the development of scholarship, leadership, community service, social graces, and cultural awareness of different ethnicities are encouraged and stressed. It is each Member’s duty to work diligently toward these objectives so that few may equal and none excel the ideal virtue of a true Kappa Sigma. Twitter: @CMUKappaSigma Instagram: @KappaSigma_CMU 2017/18 President: Zack Bower bower1z@cmich.edu
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OMEGA PSI PHI (QUES) Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on Nov. 17, 1911, at Howard University in Washington, D.C. Omega Psi Phi;s stated purpose is to attract and build a strong effective force of men dedicated to its cardinal principles of manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift. National Founding Date: Nov. 17, 1911 CMU Founding Date: Dec. 6, 1970 Colors: Royal purple & old gold Flower: African violet Symbol: Diamond Philanthropies: Achievement Week, Blood Drive, & College Endowment Funds Open Motto: Friendship is essential to the soul National Website: www.omegapsiphifraternity.org Twitter: @obques Instagram: @ob_ques 2017/18 President: Emmanuel Glass glass1ee@cmich.edu
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PHI BETA SIGMA (SIGMAS)
National Founding Date: Jan. 9, 1914 CMU Founding Date: May 18, 1979 Colors: Royal blue & pure white Flower: White carnation
Symbol: Dove Philanthropies: Sleepout for the Homeless, Bigger and Better Business, & Sigma Wellness Project
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Open Motto: Culture for service, service for humanity National Website: www.phibetasigma1914.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ lambdagamma.sigmas
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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., founded on Jan. 9, 1914 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., exemplifies the ideals of Brotherhood, Scholarship and Service. Phi Beta Sigma aims their focuses on issues that greatly impact the African American community and the youth of the nation. Phi Beta Sigma national programs of Bigger and Better Business, Education and Social Action are realized through the Fraternity’s overarching program, Sigma Wellness. Phi Beta Sigma is the only fraternity to hold a constitutional bond with a predominately African-American sorority, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Twitter: @CMUSigmas Instagram: @legacysigmas 2017/18 President: Dom Williams willi3db@cmich.edu
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PHI DELTA THETA Phi Delta Theta is centered on the potential of each brother, the unquenchable thirst for personal development and the lifelong values of friendship, sound learning and rectitude. The men of Phi Delta Theta, Michigan Zeta, strive to foster a safe, studious, and diverse environment while entitling passion, guidance, and success to achieve a higher standard of morality and character within our brotherhood. We enable individuals through friendship, sound learning, and moral rectitude to obtain the ability to impact others and leave a lasting legacy. Unlock your potential, unleash it to the world. House Address: TBD
National Founding Date: Dec. 30, 1848 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 7, 2015 Colors: Blue & white
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Flower: White carnation Symbol: The Owl Philanthropies: ALS
Open Motto: One man is no man. National Website: www.phideltatheta.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/CMUPDT
Twitter: @CMUPDT Instagram: @CMUPDT 2017/18 President: Adam Fisher fishe2ag@cmich.edu
PHI KAPPA TAU (PHI TAU)
House Address:
906 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858
National Founding Date: Mar. 17, 1906 CMU Founding Date: May 9, 1965 Colors: Harvard red & old gold
Flower: Red carnation Symbol: Norman shield of gold divided into two sections. Between the upper section and the base is a red chevron bearing three Phi Kappa Tau stars. Philanthropies: SeriousFun Children’s Network
Open Motto: Learning, leading, serving. National Website: www.phikappatau.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/PKTCMU
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Phi Kappa Tau is America’s Fraternity. The mission of Phi Tau is to champion a lifelong commitment to brotherhood, learning, ethical leadership and exemplary character. Here at Central Michigan University Phi Kappa Tau is always in search for the next generation of Men of Character. Our organization holds many values, but above all we value brotherhood, philanthropy leadership, and academics. Phi Kappa Tau is proud to support the SeriousFun Children’s network that was founded by one of our alumnus, Paul Newman. The Serious Fun Children’s Network helps to provide a summer camp experience to children with terminal illness free of charge. Twitter: @PKT_CMU Instagram: @pkt_cmu 2017/18 President: Nick DiNello dinel1nb@cmich.edu
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PHI MU Founded in 1852, Phi Mu is a women’s organization which provides personal and academic development, service to others, commitment to excellence and lifelong friendship through a shared tradition. Phi Mu promotes vibrant living encouraging members to achieve their personal best. Phi Mu embodies our core values of love, honor, and truth, as well as being true to our open motto “Les Soeurs Fideles” or “The Faithful Sisters”. House Address:
802 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858
National Founding Date: Mar. 4, 1852 CMU Founding Date: Jan. 19, 1985 Colors: Rose & white
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Flower: Rose-colored carnation Symbol: Quatrefoil Philanthropies: Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, & Special Olympics
Open Motto: “Les Soeurs Fideles” The Faithful Sisters National Website: www.phimu.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ phimurhodelta
Twitter: @PhiMuCMU Instagram: @phimucmu 2017/18 President: Emily Durkin durki1ec@cmich.edu
PHI SIGMA PHI (PSP)
House Address:
3400 E. Deerfield Rd. Apt. 20, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 48858
National Founding Date: Jul. 30, 1988 CMU Founding Date: Nov. 18, 1995 Colors: Cardinal red & silver
Flower: White multi-floral rose Symbol: Phoenix Philanthropies: National Humane Society, Toys for Tots
Open Motto: Brother to brother, through life and death. National Website: www.phisigmaphi.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ PhiSigmaPhiXi
Twitter: @PhiSigmaPhiXi 2017/18 President: David Hanna hanna1dm@cmich.edu
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Phi Sigma Phi was founded with the ideals and values of its founding fathers - that all men can bring value to a fraternal organization, regardless of race, creed, or background. Our goal is to support the academic and social growth of college men and to service the community through our philanthropic endeavors. We prepare men to be willing, active and productive members of our world and grow in strength in the bonds of brotherhood.
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PHI SIGMA SIGMA (PHI SIG) Phi Sigma Sigma was founded to be a dynamic sisterhood of powerful women fostering uncompromising principles, igniting positive change and embracing individuality. At Central Michigan University, the Delta Iota Chapter of Phi Sigma Sigma does just this by encouraging each sister to reach their fullest potential by embracing their differences while still holding the same morals and values. With 93 members, we are one of 181 chapters in the U.S. and Canada. Recently, Phi Sigma Sigma has been recognized by their national headquarters for Outstanding Membership Recruitment, Chapter of Excellence Gold Award and the Outstanding Collegiate Chapter Award. House Address:
514 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858
National Founding Date: Nov. 26, 1913 CMU Founding Date: Jan. 19, 1985 Colors: King blue & gold
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Flower: American beauty rose Symbol: Sphinx Philanthropies: Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation for School and College Readiness - Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow
Open Motto: Aim High National Website: www.phisigmasigma.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ PhiSigmaSigmaDeltaIotaChapter
Twitter: @PhiSigma_CMU Instagram: @PhiSigmaSigmaCMU 2017/18 President: Jessica Price price1jn@cmich.edu
PI KAPPA PHI (PI KAPS, PKP)
House Address:
1007 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858
National Founding Date: Dec. 10, 1904 CMU Founding Date: Feb. 25, 1956 Colors: White, gold, & royal blue
Flower: Red rose Symbol: Bell, star and lamp Philanthropies: Push America Journey of Hope
Open Motto: Exceptional Leaders. Uncommon Opportunities. National Website: www.pikapp.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ cmupikapp
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Pi Kappa Phi was founded on the premise of creating leadership opportunities for our members. Our founders exemplified leadership in the classroom, on the athletic field, in campus politics and within the community. Pi Kappa Phi strives to build a group of men that choose to redefine the fraternity stereotypes and choose to do fraternity the right way. We are looking for men who aren’t afraid to stand up for what they know is right, are willing to get involved and are excited to meet new friends. Men who are a part of Pi Kappa Phi choose to build their own fraternity, choose to discover their own opportunity and choose to leave their own legacy. Twitter: @cmupikapp 2017/18 President: Charlie Dillion dillo1jc@cmich.edu
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SIGMA ALPHA EPSILON (SAE) The Brothers of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Michigan Delta-Omega are always looking for the next true gentleman to join our elite fraternity. We have a strong focus on academics, philanthropy, leadership and above all else, brotherhood. We take pride in our fraternity’s success, both at a campus level and a national level, and look to continue that success with the recruitment of new men who hold dear, high beliefs and morals. It is our goal to strengthen the community, both Central Michigan University and Mount Pleasant, to always have a positive influence wherever we have served. House Address:
1001 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858
National Founding Date: Mar. 9, 1856 CMU Founding Date: Apr. 24, 2004
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Colors: Royal purple & old gold Flower: Violet Symbol: Lion, flure de lis, minerva, phoenix Philanthropies: Children’s Miracle Network
Open Motto: True gentlemen National Website: www.SAE.net Facebook: www.facebook.com/saemido
Twitter: @SAE_MIDO Instagram: @SAE_MIDO1 2017/18 President: Connor Haskins haski1cm@cmich.edu
SIGMA CHI (SIGS)
House Address:
604 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858
National Founding Date: Jun. 28, 1855 CMU Founding Date: Apr. 29, 1967 Colors: Blue & old gold Flower: White rose Symbol: White cross Philanthropies: Huntsman Cancer Institute (Derby Days)
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Sigma Chi started here at Central Michigan University in 1967 and since has grown to be the longest standing fraternity on campus with the largest alumni base formed of brothers that strive to maintain the high ideals of friendship, justice, and learning. Internationally, Sigma Chi is one of the largest and most endowed fraternities with an alumni base that is well over 300,000 initiated members stemming from over 260+ chapters in the US and Canada. Our vision is to be the preeminent collegiate leadership development organization - aligned, focused and living our core values. Our mission is to develop values-based leaders committed to the betterment of character, campus and community.
Open Motto: In hoc signo vinces (In this sign you will conquer) National Website: www.sigmachi.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ Zeta-Rho-of-Sigma-Chi Twitter: @Zeta_Rho_Sig 2017/18 President: Mike Maher maher3mj@cmich.edu
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO (PRETTY POODLES, SGRHO) Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. founded on Nov. 12, 1922 at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana aims to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development, and education of youth are the hallmarks of the organization’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically. Sigma Gamma Rho was founded on and continues to be steadfastly committed to the tenets of excellence in scholarship, sisterhood and service.
National Founding Date: Nov. 12, 1922 CMU Founding Date: Jul. 1, 1991 Colors: Royal blue & gold Flower: Yellow tea rose Symbol: The Poodle Philanthropies: Project Reassurance, ACT Against AIDS, & Sigma Youth Symposium
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Open Motto: Greater service, greater progress. National Website: www.sgrho1922.org Facebook: Mu Theta Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Twitter: @SgRhoMuTheta Instagram: @sgrho_mutheta 2017/18 President: Breanna Bennett benne4bj@cmich.edu
SIGMA KAPPA (SIGMA K, SIG KAPS)
House Address: 104 W. Cherry St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Nov. 9, 1874 CMU Founding Date: Sept. 1959 Colors: Lavender & maroon
Flower: Wild purple violet Symbol: Dove and heart Philanthropies: Alzheimer’s Disease Research, Gerontology, & Maine Sea Coast Mission
Open Motto: One heart, one way National Website: www.sigmakappa.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/ Sigma-Kappa-CMU
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Sigma Kappa’s purpose is to provide women with lifelong opportunities and support for social, intellectual, and spiritual development by bringing women together to positively impact our communities. There are 112 active chapters in the United States and our CMU chapter has 76 members. We live by our four values: personal growth, friendship, service and loyalty. In 2014, we received the Greek Gala Leadership Award and Greek Gala Sportsman Award. Twitter: @sigmakappa_cmu Instagram: @sigmakappa_cmu Tumblr: sigmakappacmu.tumblr.com 2017/18 President: Lauren Lyon lyon2l@cmich.edu
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SIGMA LAMBDA GAMMA (SLG) Sigma Lambda Gamma is the only multicultural sorority on the campus of Central Michigan University. We are a sisterhood of women who have chosen this affiliation as a manner to achieve personal development and awareness to the responsibility of community. Sigma Lambda Gamma is the largest, historically Latina-based national sorority with a multicultural membership in chapters and alumnae associations throughout the United States. House Address: Bovee Center Box #12 National Founding Date: Apr. 9, 1990 CMU Founding Date: Apr. 3, 1994 Colors: Shocking pink & majestic purple
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Flower: Pink rose Symbol: Purple panther Philanthropies: Breast Cancer Awareness & TRIO Programs
Open Motto: “Culture is pride, pride is success, cultura es orgullo, orgullo es exito� National Website: www.sigmalambdagamma.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ Cmugammas
Twitter: @CMUGammas Instagram: @CMU_Gammas 2017/18 President: Sydney Reed reed1sp@cmich.edu
SIGMA PI
House Address: 1016 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Feb. 26, 1897 CMU Founding Date: Oct. 17, 2012; Re-established on Apr. 12, 2014
Colors: Lavender & white with gold as an auxiliary Flower: Lavender orchid Symbol: Owl Philanthropies: The “ACE” Project
Open Motto: Progress, man’s distinctive mark alone, not God’s, and not the beasts’; God is, they are. Man partly is and wholly hopes to be. National Website: www.sigmapi.org
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Sigma Pi Fraternity stands as one of the strongest and most respected organizations in the Greek letter world with over 125 chapters & colonies; standing as a top ten organization in size, leading college campuses all across North America. Sigma Pi is also the only social Greekletter organization in North America with a service project designed to give back to our host institutions through our ACE Project (Altruistic Campus Experience). Our mission is for our men to strive for excellence by living Sigma Pi’s core values: promoting fellowship, developing character and leadership, advancing heightened moral awareness, enabling academic achievement and inspiring service. Facebook: www.facebook.com/ SigmaPiAtCentralMichigan Twitter: @cmu_sigmapi 2017/18 President: Austin Kent kent2aj@cmich.edu
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SIGMA SIGMA SIGMA (TRI SIGMA) Sigma Sigma Sigma reaffirms its long standing core values of wisdom, power, faith, hope, and love. It exists to provide a lifelong sorority experience for women through ensuring a perpetual bond of friendship, developing a strong womanly character and promoting high standards of ethical conduct. We find friends within the bonds of Tri-Sigma and we regard these friends as sisters. We enter into a state of being sisters. We are a sisterhood. House Address: 430 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Apr. 20, 1898 CMU Founding Date: Jan 10, 1942 Colors: Purple & white
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Flower: Purple violet Symbol: Sailboat Philanthropies: Sigma Sigma Sigma Foundation, Robbie Paige Memorial Fund, & March of Dimes
Open Motto: “Faithful unto death” National Website: www.sigmasigmasigma.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ cmutrisigma
Twitter: @TriSigmaCMU Instagram: @trisigmacmu 2017/18 President: Morgan Umlor umlor1mt@cmich.edu
SIGMA TAU GAMMA (SIG TAU)
House Address: 1005 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Jun. 28, 1920 CMU Founding Date: Jan. 31, 1941 Colors: Azure & white
Flower: White rose Symbol: Knight Philanthropies: Special Olympics, H.A.T.S. (Humane Animal Treatment Society)
Local Website: www.sigtaucmu.com National Website: www.sigmataugamma.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ SigTauCentralMichigan
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The purpose of Sigma Tau Gamma is to promote the highest ideals of manhood, brotherhood, and citizenship according to the principles of our fraternity. These principles include value, learning, leadership, excellence, benefit, and integrity. Each day, we travel further along the path of what it means to be a better man, better brother and better citizen. Sigma Tau Gamma is a lifetime commitment made by, with and to brothers. This fraternity is a place to be a leader, a scholar, to serve, to care, to excel, to share and to be respected. Sigma Tau Gamma was recently recognized as one of the most improved chapters nationally. This is a place where you will not lose your identity, but rather find it. Twitter: @SigTauPi 2017/18 President: Tevin Pully pully1t@cmich.edu
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TAU KAPPA EPSILON (TKE, TEKE) Tau Kappa Epsilon is committed to creating better men for a better world through the principles of love, charity, and esteem. Our mission is to aid men in their mental, moral, and social development for life. TKE creates lifelong relationships that enhance educational, interpersonal, community and professional success. We contribute to the advancement of society through the personal growth of our members, and service to others. House Address: TBD National Founding Date: Jan. 10, 1899 CMU Founding Date: 1954, Recolonized Sept. 13, 2014 Colors: Battleship gray & cherry red
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Flower: Red carnation Symbol: Equilateral triangle Philanthropies: St. Jude’s Children Hospital
Open Motto: Better men for a better world. National Website: www.tke.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ CMUTKE1899
Twitter: @cmu_tke 2017/18 President: Adam DePalma depal1ar@cmich.edu
ZETA PHI BETA (ZETAS)
National Founding Date: Jan. 16, 1920 CMU Founding Date: Mar. 29, 1980 Colors: Royal blue & white
Flower: White rose Philanthropies: Z-HOPE (Zetas Helping Other People Excel), ZOL (Zeta Organizational Leadership), & March of Dimes
Open Motto: A community-conscious, action-oriented organization. National Website: www.zphib1920 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ SigmaKappaZetas
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., was founded Jan. 16, 1920 on the campus of Howard University by 5 women who we recognize as our 5 pearls. Our founders, Arizons Cleaver Stemmons, Myrtle Tyler Faithful, Viola Tyler Goings, Fannie Pettie Watts, & Pearl Anna Neal established an organization in which women of any background and any creed could come together to strive & live up to our motto which is a community conscious, action oriented organization. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Sigma Kappa Chapter was chartered on Central Michigan University’s campus on March 29, 1980. Our principles are scholarship, sisterhood, & finer womanhood. We are the only sorority in NPHC to be constitutionally bound to a Fraternity, which is Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. Twitter: @CMU_Zetas_SK Instagram: @sigmakappaZetas 2017/18 President: Brielle Benbow benbo1bm@cmich.edu
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ZETA TAU ALPHA (ZETA, ZTA) The heart of Zeta Tau Alpha revolves around making a difference in each of our member’s lives by providing a positive, comforting environment for all to thrive in. Our Fraternity encourages innovation, leadership, service to others, academic achievement, and personal growth for all women. Alongside these high ideals is ZTA’s primary purpose – fostering an everlasting bond of sisterhood. With these values always in mind, Gamma Omicron proudly received Crown Chapter award, the Highly commendable academic achievement award, the Total Quota award, and the Founders Club award for raising more than $25,000 over the biennial at Convention 2016 in Scottsdale, Arizona this past summer. While these achievements are substantial, the countless memories and experiences acquired with a membership in Zeta Tau Alpha represent the most astounding achievements of all. House Address: 1006 Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 National Founding Date: Oct. 15, 1898 CMU Founding Date: May 19, 1951 Colors: Blue & steel gray
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Flower: White violet Symbol: Five-pointed crown & strawberry Philanthropies: Breast Cancer Education and Awareness
Open Motto: “Seek the noblest” National Website: www.zetataualpha.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ CmichZetaTauAlpha
Twitter: @ztacmich Instagram: @ztacmich 2017/18 President: Carlie R. Zarkowski zarko1cr@cmich.edu
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