KU 2023 Recruitment Guidebook

The Schedule.

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Our Chapters.

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Letters of Recommendation + Legacies

Financial Obligations.

Lawrence Study Spots.

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GPA Requirements Commitment to EIDA.

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Continuous Open Recruitment. LDST Course.

SFL Office Information

We've all seen the movies and TikToks. We know that sororities are filled with enthusiastic members wearing matching t-shirts, living together in beautiful houses.

We are so excited for you to experience firsthand how the Panhellenic experience at KU exceeds expectations, smashes stereotypes, and provides a community unlike any other - one of support, opportunity, belonging, and personal development that continues well beyond the college experience. The Panhellenic Association (PHA) is just one of the four governing councils at the University of Kansas.

PHA was founded in the spring of 1905 with the purpose of increasing the influence of sororities in college life, improving the relationships between the members of different chapters, and ensuring dignified methods of recruiting, pledging and initiation. Today, our campus has 11 recognized chapters that strive for excellence in the four founding pillars of Leadership, Scholarship, Friendship and Service.

c o m e ABOUT US

The University of Kansas Panhellenic Association is an inclusive community which encourages diversity and inclusion of members from all types of backgrounds and beliefs. As a new member, you will experience many new things while getting acclimated with your sorority and KU. Each chapter has a different program specifically designed for new members to help transition them into sorority and college life New members will learn about the history and traditions of their chapters, as well as skills that will make for an easy transition into college life

Kansas Panhellenic

SCHOLARSHIP

Panhellenic organizations were founded on the principle of exceptional scholarship, and each sorority at KU recognizes the importance of scholastic success. Going Panhellenic provides members with an invaluable network when seeking employment and career opportunities through alumni The average sorority and fraternity life GPA has been higher than the average university GPA for 30 years.

LEADERSHIP

Leadership opportunities are endless within the Panhellenic community Each chapter provides opportunities to experience different roles in a variety of areas and skill sets. Sorority and fraternity life is a direct springboard into campus involvement. This includes student government, special interest organizations, honors societies, homecoming, university ambassador programs, preprofessional organizations, and more

SERVICE

Service and philanthropy events at KU demonstrate that Panhellenic members' interests and concerns extend far beyond the constraints of their own chapters. Sororities give back to the community by sponsoring events throughout the year that benefit different causes These members raise money and donate their time to both their national philanthropies and the local community

FRIENDSHIP

Joining a sorority or fraternity provides members an opportunity to foster lifelong friendships and countless memories through a "home away from home" environment

Chapters host sisterhood and social events for members in the chapter to bond and build relationships as members. Throughout the year, chapters participate in a variety of events on campus and host events between chapters to build relationships and get to know members of other organizations in the sorority and fraternity community All of these events help members build friendships and relationships that extend beyond college and serve as a foundation and network for the rest of their life. Relationships continue to be fostered and created following graduation because of opportunities provided to alumni members of sororities and fraternities

OURTEAM

LibbyFrost President

Enjoy the moment! The recruitment process is an amazing opportunity to make new friends, grow as an individual, and find your home away from home

JasminFlores VicePresident

When at rest stops, bring a yoga mat! A bunch of other people will come up to you, asking to sit with you and that is a great way to make friends!

GraceStarr DirectorofHealth&Safety

If you need any accommodations, help, or just need to talk, we are here for you and want to help This week is about what's best for you, both mentally and physically

BrynnAyers DirectorofJudicialAffairs

If you feel that something is off, confide in your recruitment counselors! They will remain confidential and they are trained in how to handle every situation

RileyEngland DirectorofRecruitmentProgramming

Prepare questions to ask recruiters! Recruitment is an opportunity to get to know other women on campus Try to make it a conversation as opposed to an interview!

HaileyMeggers DirectorofRecruitmentPersonnel

Take notes! The days are long and you are going to meet a lot of people Taking good notes after each round will help you at the end of the day to recollect your thoughts and help in your decision making process

OURTEAM

NatalieThoennes

DirectorofRecruitmentCounselors

Keep an open mind when going into each chapter, there's a place for everyone! Focus on yourself this week, it is your time to shine and be your amazing self!

AnnaWood

DirectorofEquity,Inclusion,Diversity&Access

Enjoy every chapter you have the chance to visit! Even if the chapter isn’t where you end up, it’s still a good chance to get to know people

MaciFlood

DirectorofPublicRelations

Keep an open mind during the whole week! You have no idea what the other chapters have to offer and you need to give more than just one a fair chance

GraceFrost

DirectorofPhilanthropy&CommunityService

Put yourself first! This week is about YOU! It is important to make sure you ’ re getting enough sleep and putting an emphasis on your mental and physical health

PresleyWard

DirectorofScholarship

Get to know your recruitment counselors! They are very qualified for their position, and they can help you through the whole week They are there for you!

IsabellaFerguson

DirectorofInterfraternalRelations&MemberDevelopment

All chapters are wanting you to find the best place for YOU If you aren’t asked back to a chapter you liked, that isn’t at all a reflection that they didn’t like you, it only means they believe you ’ re a better fit with a different chapter!

RECRUITMENT TEAM

I am so excited that you are interested in being apart of the Panhellenic community! We are all here to guide you through the process and help you find where you belong Just remember recruitment is about YOU so take time to reflect on what you hop to gain from a chapter and where your values alig But what I hope for you is that you go through this experience with both an open mind and an open heart

Director of Recruitment Personnel

I’m so happy to have you join the Panhellenic community! This is an amazing opportunity to focus on yourself, create new friendships, and become a part of a special community here at KU. It is perfectly normal and okay to be nervous and overwhelmed by everything but the recruitment counselors can help you and support you through all the emotions that come with Panhellenic recruitment Focus on yourself during this process, find a chapter that reflects and aligns with your values, while staying true to yourself and staying open to all possibilities

I understand first-hand how nerve wracking and overwhelming the newfound independence of college c seem as an incoming freshman Joining the Panhellenic community through Fall Formal Recruitment proved to b an incredible decision for me. It has allowed me to build my self-confidence, discover my own leadership potenti and form meaningful friendships I cannot wait to welcom you to the Panhellenic community this fall, and look forward to witnessing the incredible accomplishments yo will achieve during your time at the University of Kansas.

| Director of Recruitment Programming

| Director of Recruitment Counselors

Hailey xoxo,

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RHO GAMMAS

Recruitment is a special experience to build connections, meet new people, and find your lifelong sisters. Although it is special, it can still be nerve-wracking and that is perfectly normal and okay! Your recruitment counselor (rho gamma) is there for you during the ups and downs of recruitment. The rho gammas have removed themselves from their chapter, to be an unbiased, confidential, and a neutral resource for you during the process. The rho gammas have been thoroughly interviewed, selected, and trained to be a strong unbiased support system for you. They are so excited to be your cheerleader not just through recruitment but leading up to it, to help you prepare, and afterwards! They want to build a friendship with you and be there to support you emotionally and mentally Once you have signed up for recruitment, a rho gamma will reach out to you and help you prepare for August! They are there for you, so feel free to ask questions about anything! Be sure to check your messages because they will be sending you important details regarding recruitment. They truly want you to have the best recruitment experience and are so excited to meet you and support you!

PANHELLENIC DICTIONARY

ACTIVE MEMBER

A sorority member currently in college who has been initiated by their chapter

ALUMNA

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

BID

A formal invitation to join a sorority or fraternity

CONTINUOUS OPEN RECRUITMENT (COR)

The period throughout the year where chapters can recruit new members in a more informal recruitment process.

INFORMAL RECRUITMENT

A formalized period of Continuous Open Recruitment, beginning with a kickoff event hosted by the Panhellenic board to meet chapters.

LEGACY

A PNM who is directly related to an alumnae or active member in a particular sorority.

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION

A written letter or statement from an alumna introducing and recommending a PNM for their respective sorority

MRABA (MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT ACCEPTANCE BINDING AGREEMENT)

A document each Potential New Member fills out and signs immediately following Preference Day stating their membering preferences The Potential New Member lists the sororities that they would accept a bid from in their order of preference. This is a binding agreement stating that the PNM is willing to accept a bid from any sorority that they list

PHILANTHROPY

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

POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER (PNM)

That's you! A PNM is anyone who is eligible to participate in Formal or Informal Panhellenic Recruitment

PREFERENCING

The process at the end of each round where you will list the chapters you wish to attend for the next round You will "preference" the chapters you wish to return to and then preference the ones you do not wish to re-attend. Remember that this is a mutual selection process This means there is a chance that you will not be invited back to the chapters you prefer, and there is a chance that you do get invited back to chapters you preferred to not re-attend

QUOTA

The number of new members a sorority may pledge during Formal Recruitment.

SFL

Sorority and Fraternity Life

SINGLE INTENTIONAL PREFERENCE

When a PNM attends more than one event on Preference Day but limits their membership selections by not listing all of their options on the MRABA.

SNAP BID

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

CREED

We, as Undergraduate Members of Panhellenic fraternities, stand for good scholarship, for guarding of good health, for maintenance of fine standards, and for serving, to the best of our ability, our college community Cooperation for furthering fraternity life, in harmony with its best possibilities, is the ideal that shall guide fraternity activities

We, as Fraternity Members, stand for service through the development of character, inspired by the close contact and deep friendship of individual and Panhellenic life. The opportunity for wide and wise human service, through mutual respect and helpfulness, is the tenet by which we strive to live

BILLOFRIGHTS

All PNMs have the right to:

Be treated as an individual with the utmost respect.

Be fully informed about the Recruitment process as soon as all details are known.

Have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with Rho Gammas

Make a decision and accept full responsibility for the results of the decision

Ask questions and receive true and objective answers from Rho Gammas

Be treated as a capable and mature person without being patronized.

Make informed choices without undue pressure from active members or anyone else involved in the recruitment process.

Have a positive, safe and enriching recruitment and new member period

CODE OF CONDUCT

I, , a Potential New Member (PNM) participating in the University of Kansas Panhellenic Fall Formal Recruitment in the year 2023, hereby agree to abide by the following rules:

A PNM shall not give a promise, verbal or written, to join or enter into any sorority before bids are issued through Panhellenic at the end of Fall Formal Recruitment

A PNM shall consult their Rho Gamma and a member of the Panhellenic Recruitment Team before withdrawing from Fall Formal Recruitment.

A PNM shall report any violation of the recruiting guidelines to a Rho Gamma or member of recruitment staff

All PNMs shall accept the maximum number of invitations that they receive after each invitational round of Formal Recruitment Intentionally not attending every event is an automatic removal from the process.

It is in accordance with the dignity and good standing of a PNM:

To avoid disparaging remarks about any chapter, sorority or non-sorority member, especially where such remarks can be overheard or observed by others

To not inquire about a Rho Gamma's chapter affiliation.

To avoid any negative remarks to any chapter and/or chapter members either verbally or in writing.

To facilitate friendly relations between KU Jayhawks, sorority, and non-sorority members alike

To realize that Fall Formal Recruitment is not a competition and rather an opportunity to build community through mutual respect

To consider an organization carefully and fully with an open mind

To be a positive representation of the KU Panhellenic community on social media.

Throughout Formal Recruitment and for the 24 hours following Bid Day, a PNM shall not consume or be in the presence of alcohol or other substances

All first-year and transfer PNMs shall participate in ALL university sponsored activities throughout Hawk Week

All PNMs may not drive to recruitment events nor use cellular phones during the course of recruitment rounds, unless on a break.

No verbal, written, or digital communication may be exchanged between Sorority Members and PNMs during the Formal Recruitment Process, with the exception of Recruitment Events

WELCOME TO LAWRENCE

WE ASKED A FEW MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY ABOUT THEIR FAVORITE LOCAL THINGS TO DO

Sienna|PiBetaPhi

Hammock by Potter Lake

Isabella|AlphaDeltaPi

Study on the 3rd floor of Ritchie Hall.

Morgan|AlphaChiOmega

Watch the sunset at Clinton Lake

Julia|DeltaGamma

Hangout at Uplift Coffee.

Courtney|KappaKappaGamma Get lunch at Debruce.

Natalie|DeltaDeltaDelta

Enjoy a sweet treat at Sylas and Maddy's.

Maci|KappaAlphaTheta

Take a workout class at the Rec Center.

Jasmin|AlphaChiOmega

Get school work done at J&S Coffee Shop.

THE SCHEDULE

AUG.12 Move In

All Potential New Members will check in and move into their residence halls. If you live offcampus, you will still check in! Your recruitment counselors should be walking around, ready and excited to introduce themselves to you That evening, all PNMs will meet with their recruitment group and recruitment counselors to discuss plans for the following day.

AUG.13 Orientation

All PNMs will attend orientation, and hear from guest speakers throughout the day. That evening, PNMs will be able to participate in activities to know their recruitment group and recruitment counselors better! You will also participate in Jayhawks Give A Flock hosted by the Sexual Assault Prevention and Education Center (SAPEC). This program is required for all incoming students

AUG.14+15 Open House

This event is spread across two days PNMs will meet all 11 chapters during this round. This round is a meet and greet, with short 25 minute conversations with chapter members Open House consists of a lot of "small talk", so one tip when preferencing is to remember the conversations you felt were deeper!

AUG.16 Philanthropy

For this round, the maximum number of chapters that a PNM will have the chance to visit is eight. These 30 minute events are based around values, service, and the chapter's philanthropy Be sure to ask any questions you have about requirements for service and study hours at all the chapters!

AUG.17 Sisterhood

For this round, the maximum number of chapters that a PNM will have the chance to visit is five. These 40 minute events will center around friendship and daily life as a chapter member Chapters will also host house tours on this day, and will be giving financial transparency presentations regarding their member dues. Ask questions about social events, living in the chapter house, and anything else that you need to know before preferencing. Going from five chapters to two is a big difference, so be intentional and authentic in your decision making!

AUG.18 Preference

For this round, the maximum number of chapters that a PNM will have the chance to visit is two, Preference Day rounds are 60 minutes long and are all about finding where you feel the best connection Each chapter will hold ceremonies unique to their own values and traditions. This is a very sentimental time to many chapter members, and you will hopefully get a sense of the bonds and sisterhood within each chapter This day will bring a close to your recruitment week and will bring you closer to where you belong Be yourself, trust your gut and ask any last questions you may have.

AUG.19 Bid Day

Rounds are over, you have finished preferencing, and now it's finally time to find out which chapter is yours to call home! All PNMs will arrive at a specified area with their recruitment groups, and each will receive a sealed envelope. There will be a designated time to open your envelopes to reveal your Bid Card, and also to find out which chapters your Rho Gammas belong to. After opening your envelope, you will gather around your chapter's designated area and go to the chapter's Bid Day festivities Plan on wearing solid colors and comfortable bottoms and undergarments Head to our Pinterest for more ideas regarding outfits. This is a fun day to get to know your new chapter and make friends before the start of the semester!

o v e r v i e w

01 o p e n h o u s e

This event will be two days and consist of a lot of "small talk". Some great questions to ask would be general things about the chapter and questions about Lawrence and KU. The shirt will be provided at orientation, used for both days. Feel free to wear any bottoms, shoes and accessories that you feel most comfortable in. Head to our Pinterest for more outfit ideas.

h i l a n t h r o p y

Plan on having a lot of conversations centered around each chapter's philanthropy. Some great questions to ask would be about their philanthropy events and service opportunities. The attire is game day. Wear your best University of Kansas attire! Comfortable shoes are always a great idea!

Head to our Pinterest for more outfit ideas.

For this round, plan on having conversations about housing, finances and values within the chapter and present questions about their dues, values or bonds as a chapter and their facilities. The attire is Sunday brunch! Comfortable shoes are always a great idea!

Head to our Pinterest for more outfit ideas.

03 s i s t e r h o o d

p r e f e r e n c e

This event will be very sentimental to the chapters and senior member class. It is important to ask any questions that will bring you clarity when making your Preference Day decision. The final round of recruitment is the dressiest round. The attire is spring/summer wedding. These outfits can be long, short or midi dresses, jumpsuits or rompers! Don't forget to plan around comfortable shoes.

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Head to our Pinterest for more outfit ideas.

MEET THE CHAPTERS

ALPHA CHI OMEGA

Instagram: @kansasalphachi

Nickname: AChiO, Alpha Chi

Founded at KU: 1914

Chapter GPA: 3.345

Philanthropy: Domestic Violence Awareness

Symbol: Golden Lyre

Motto: "Together let us seek the heights"

ALPHA DELTA PI

Instagram: @kansasadpi

Nickname: ADPi

Founded at KU: 1912

Chapter GPA: 3.336

Philanthropy: Ronald McDonald House Charities

Symbol: Diamond + Lion

Motto: "We live for Each Other"

CHI OMEGA

Instagram: @kansaschiomega

Nickname: Chi O

Founded at KU: 1902

Chapter GPA: 3.675

Philanthropy: Make A Wish Foundation

Symbol: Owl + Skull + Crossbones

Motto: "To be womanly always and discouraged never "

DELTA DELTA DELTA

Instagram: @kutridelta

Nickname: Tri Delt

Founded at KU: 1946

Chapter GPA: 3.389

Philanthropy: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Symbol: Pearl + Pine + Pansy + Trident + Dolphin

Motto: "Let us steadfastly love one another."

DELTA GAMMA

Instagram: @kudeltagamma

Nickname: DG

Founded at KU: 1941

Chapter GPA: 3.298

Philanthropy: Service for Sight

Symbol: Anchor

Motto: "Do Good"

GAMMA PHI BETA

Instagram: @kansasgammaphi

Nickname: GPhi, Gamma Phi

Founded at KU: 1915

Chapter GPA: 3.502

Philanthropy: Girls on the Run

Symbol: Crescent Moon

Motto: "Founded on a Rock"

KAPPA ALPHA THETA

Instagram: @kukappaalphatheta

Nickname: Theta

Founded at KU: 1881

Chapter GPA: 3.689

Philanthropy: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)

Symbol: Kite + Twin Stars

Motto: "Leading Women"

KAPPA DELTA

Instagram: @kansaskd

Nickname: KD

Founded at KU: 1990

Chapter GPA: 3.290

Philanthropy: Girl Scouts + Prevent Child

Abuse America

Symbol: Nautilus Shell + Dagger

Motto: "Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful and highest."

KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA

Instagram: @kukkg

Nickname: Kappa

Founded at KU: 1883

Chapter GPA: 3.400

Philanthropy: Mental Health America (MHA), Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation

Symbol: Owl + Key + Fleur-de-lis

Motto: "Dream Boldly, Live Fully"

PI BETA PHI

Instagram: @kupiphi

Nickname: Pi Phi

Founded at KU: 1873

Chapter GPA: 3.539

Philanthropy: Read, Lead, Achieve

Symbol: Arrow

Motto: "Friends and Leaders for Life"

SIGMA KAPPA

Instagram: @kusigmakappa

Nickname: Sigma Kappa

Founded at KU: 1913

Chapter GPA: 3.379

Philanthropy: Inherit the Earth + Gerontology +

Alzheimer's Disease Research

Symbol: Dove + Heart

Motto: "One Heart, One Way"

LETTERSOF RECOMMENDATION

Recommendations are letters or statements from a sorority alumna recommending a Potential New Member for membership. The alumna member will provide a brief description of the prospective member and explain why that woman would be an asset to the specific chapter. It is also important to note that a recommendation does not guarantee a Potential New Member an invitation to events during recruitment week, nor does it guarantee membership in that sorority.

For more information regarding specific chapters head to our website.

LEGACIES

A legacy is (typically) a Potential New Member who is the sister, daughter, or granddaughter of an alumnae sorority member. Being a legacy does NOT guarantee membership into a sorority. Legacy status can be indicated when registering online. Please have the alumnae member send a legacy introduction form and letter of recommendation directly to her sorority, as sororities will need to verify the information you list.

For more information regarding specific chapters legacy policies head to our website.

NEW MEMBER FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS

Fall Spring Total

Alpha Chi Omega

Alpha Delta Pi Chi Omega

Delta Delta Delta

Delta Gamma

Gamma Phi Beta

Kappa Alpha Theta

Kappa Delta

Kappa Kappa Gamma

Pi Beta Phi

Sigma Kappa

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Delta Delta Delta

Delta Gamma Gamma Phi Beta

Kappa Alpha Theta

Kappa Delta

Kappa Kappa Gamma

Pi Beta Phi

Sigma Kappa

The high school and college GPAs are requirements to join each chapter

The "good standing" GPA is used to maintain membership in the chapter.

CONTINUOUS OPEN RECRUITMENT

Continuous Open Recruitment, also known as COR, is an informal recruitment that will begin immediately after Bid Day of Fall Formal Recruitment. Continuous Open Recruitment will end on stop day of the fall semester and resume on the first day of the spring semester. Anyone is eligible for COR if they are a current full time student at the University of Kansas and have not signed an MRABA since the last formal recruitment.

If Fall Formal Recruitment does not work out, COR is another great option. This is a more informal process compared to Fall Formal Recruitment. During COR, both chapters and potential new members have the opportunity to reach out to each other. COR consists of informal “dates'' such as getting coffee, zoom calls, phone calls, and other ways for chapter members to meet Potential New Members. The Panhellenic Association also puts on tabling events called “Meet the Chapters”, where Potential New Members can come and meet chapters at a structured event and go from there! Not every chapter participates in COR. Chapters must be below campus total to be eligible to participate which means until after Bid Day, it is uncertain which chapters will participate.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, INCLUSION, DIVERSITY & ACCESS

As a Panhellenic community, we work towards a constant goal of making recruitment and the sorority experience as equitable and accessible as possible. We know that barriers may be in the way of joining the Panhellenic community, and we are always looking for ways to go around them or break them down. We don't want someone ' s identity or financial situation to be a reason to miss out on joining a community that they want to be a part of. The Panhellenic community is always in the pursuit of resources for members and ways we can make a positive impact on the greater KU community. The Director of Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Access, Anna Wood, is always available to help chapters or individual members with any of their needs.

LDST 301 COURSE

Consider enrolling in LDST 301 during your orientation: Panhellenic new members are required to enroll in LDST 301, a class that will set them up for success in college during their first semester by teaching them the basics of bystander intervention. It is an expectation that new members take this course within the first year of their membership. To enroll for this Fall, just speak with your academic advisor during your New Student Orientation session to enroll.

SFL OFFICE INFORMATION

The mission of the office of Sorority and Fraternity Life is to empower members of the fraternity and sorority community to express their respective organizations' values through the embodiment of our shared commitment to academic achievement, civic and community engagement, diversity and inclusivity, personal and professional development and holistic wellness.

email: kusfl@ku.edu | 785-864-0808 | website: kusfl.ku.edu

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