2022 Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment Booklet

2022

Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment Guide

Old Dominion University

Table of Contents WELCOME LETTERS...4 ODU FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE...6 WHY JOIN A SORORITY...9 PANHELLENIC EXECUTIVE BOARD...10 FALL FORMAL RECRUITMENT...12 EXPECTATIONS...13 CODE OF ETHICS...14 FINANCES...15 RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE...15 WHAT TO WEAR...19 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...20

MEET OUR SORORITIES...22 ALPHA PHI...23 ALPHA XI DETLA...24 DELTA ZETA...25 KAPPA DELTA...26 PI BETA PHI...27 SIGMA SIGMA SIGMA...28 ZETATAU ALPHA...29 TERMINOLOGY...30

POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER BILL OF RIGHTS...32

TECHNOLOGY...33

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Welcome from the Panhellenic President

On behalf of the Panhellenic Council, the Recruitment Team would like to thank you for your interest in Fraternity and Sorority Life! Old Dominion has a dynamic Fraternity and Sorority Life community consisting of four different councils: Interfraternity Council (IFC), Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), National Pan- Hellenic Council (NPHC), and the Panhellenic Council (PHC). Our Panhellenic community is made up of seven different social sororities: Alpha Phi, Alpha Xi Delta, Delta Zeta, Kappa Delta, Pi Beta Phi, Sigma Sigma Sigma, and Zeta Tau Alpha. Although all of our chapters have their own particular values, the four pillars that model ODU Fraternity & Sorority Life are Scholarship, Leadership, Friendship, and Service.

If you are a motivated woman who is interested in getting involved within your college community, having life-long friendships, and becoming a leader, please register for recruitment at the link below.

The process to join a Panhellenic sorority is called Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment (FFR), which will take place September 14th-18th, 2022.

Please email us at pennypanhellenic@gmail.com if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you in the Fall and welcome to the Monarch Family!

With Panhellenic love, Becca Jonston Panhellenic Council President Panhellenic Website: odu.edu/org/phc

Welcome from the Vice President of Recruitment On behalf of the Panhellenic Recruitment Team, I would like to tell you how excited we are for you to start your journey into Fraternity & Sorority Life here at ODU! Our seven chapters are looking forward to meeting you. They cannot wait to show you what their chapters stand for, but also, who they are as individuals. We hope that each chapter can demonstrate how you can grow as a student at Old Dominion University with becoming involved in organizations. Fraternity & Sorority Life can provide numerous leadership positions and community service opportunities.

Joining the Fraternity & Sorority community has made my college experience better than I could have imagined. The connections and life-long friendships I have made has changed my life. I look forward to speaking with everyone during Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment!

Sincerely, Riley Giese vice president of recuitment

ODU

Fraternity & Sorority life Interfraternity Council

national pan-hellenic Council

The Old Dominion University Interfraternity Council (IFC) serves as the governing body for the national North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) fraternity chapters at ODU. The IFC men work together to unite fraternities in friendly competition, focus on common goals, and create a network of support for chapters and members.

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is a collaborative group of five fraternities and four sororities all founded by African Americans also known as the Divine Nine.

multicultural Greek coucil

The Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) is a collective of one sorority and one fraternity that are members of the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations.

The purpose of the ODU NPHC is to: Bridge the gap between all active fraternities and sororities on campus Support and build all those around Lend a helping hand to those who need it Increase interest and inclusion on campus Create unity and friendship among NPHC members

Panhellenic Council

Old Dominion University

The Old Dominion University Panhellenic Council (PHC) serves as the governing body for the 7 National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sororities on campus.

The Panhellenic Council at ODU is part of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) which supports our sororities by promoting values, education, leadership, friendship, cooperation, and citizenship. Panhellenic women work together to unite sororities, focus on common goals, and create a network of support for chapters and members. PHC provides many interactive programs for sorority women as well as for all ODU students. Every sorority woman is a member of PHC immediately upon accepting her invitation to membership from a NPC sorority.

PHC annually works with the other three councils on campus, Interfraternity Council (IFC), Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), and the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) to sponsor events including a variety of speakers, conferences, and many diverse leadership programs.

From the Fraternity & Sorority life

Staff

Welcome to Old Dominion University! Being a member of the fraternity and sorority community is one way to create an enjoyable and memorable experience during your time at ODU. Since 1966, the community remains active on campus and provides members an experience that promotes growth, social and academic excellence, and interpersonal relationships. The Greek community at ODU values lifelong learning and intentional partnerships between the university, peers, and inter/national organizations. Membership in a sorority provides you the opportunity to learn new skills, establish lifelong friendships, and achieve success as a student at ODU. The Office of Student Engagement & Traditions remains committed to assisting our community in living out its shared values of Scholarship, Friendship, Leadership, and Service. The Greek community fosters meaningful partnerships, provides personal growth to our members and community, and commits to establishing a lifetime bond of brotherhood and sisterhood. We look forward to continuing our efforts to forge a rich heritage of tradition, success, and pride. Please take time to browse through this information and acquaint yourself with all that sorority life has to offer. Once again, we welcome you to Old Dominion University. Go Monarchs!

Jen Cohen Associate Director

why join a Sorority?

Scholarship

Fraternity and sorority chapters strive for the development of academic excellence among their entire membership. All chapters require a minimum grade point average for potential members to be considered for membership. Initiated members must also continue to meet the GPA requirements of their chapter in order to remain a member.

To ensure members are academically successful, chapters provide tutoring, study halls, awards, scholarships, and other academic initiatives.

Friendship

Sororities build a bond of sisterhood unmatched by any other student organization.

Each chapter has its own social calendar which typically includes formals, sisterhood events, professor luncheons, and chapter dinners.

Some of these social events are Fraternity & Sorority Life community events, which include Greek Week, diversity workshops, and nationally recognized speakers.

leadership

Fraternity & Sorority Life offers women a variety of leadership opportunities. Members can participate in their chapter as an officer or as a member of the committees each chapter maintains. Sorority women can also choose to hold leadership roles on the Panhellenic Council and other opportunities within the Fraternity & Sorority community For both chapters and as a council, there are regional and nationals conferences that ODU sorority women attend.

ODU has over 350 student organizations and sororities encourage active participation in a variety of leadership experiences outside of their chapter commitments.

Service Service is considered a top priority in the fraternity and sorority community. The definition of service is giving back to the Hampton Roads community and beyond. At ODU our chapters participate regularly in service events on campus such as Relay for Life and events for Circle of Sisterhood, which is the philanthropy of the Panhellenic Council. Each chapter also has their own philanthropy that their sorority nationally supports. In addition, chapters sponsor a variety of philanthropic events for local charities and co-sponsor with other organizations on campus. For more information about Circle of Sisterhood, visit: www.circleofsisterhood.org

Executive Board

Panhellenic Council

President Becca Johnston

VP of Public Relations Sarah Bloom

VP of Operations Savanna Bivins

Vp of Recruitment Riley Giese

VP of Membership Development Gaige Baker

Panhellenic Sorority

Recruitment

Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment (FFR) is a weekend for women interested in joining a Panhellenic sorority through a mutual selection process. Potential members will have the opportunity to meet and learn about each sorority individually through a series of rounds.

On Wednesday/Thursday evening you will attend an orientation and learn more about the community and Panhellenic membership. On Thursday/Friday the rounds begin and you will meet all of the sororities. By the end of the weekend, you will have gotten to know the chapters and will choose the best fit for you!

Participation in FFR requires registration and you must register and pay the registration fee in order to participate, which is $15. This fee covers the cost of your FFR t-shirt and operation expenses related to recruitment. If you have any questions regarding signing up for FFR, contact the ODU PHC Recruitment Team at pennypanhellenic@gmail.com.

Potential New member

Expectations

Be cognizant of your behaviors and choices made during the Formal Recruitment process.

Base your decisions off of your own personal thoughts/opinions.

Focus on where you feel most comfortable rather than allowing others to influence you.

Attend all events you are invited to. If you do not attend a chapter's event to which you are invited, you are automatically withdrawing yourself from the process.

The recruitment process is confidential. Ensure that your recruitment space is private and free from distractions.

PNM's are permitted to engage in Postivie Panhellenic Contact with chapter members. Engage in respectful interactions with all chapter members, Recruitment Counselors, Panhellenic Executive Board, and FSL staff throughout the Formal Recruitment process. In order to maximize your options, you must rank the maximum number of chapters throughout each round of recruitment. By maximizing your options, you have a better chance of receiving a bid to ANY of the chapters listed on your card. This does NOT mean that you will have a better chance of receiving a bid from your preffered chapter(s).

Complete the Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA) immediately following the last event you attend during Preference Round. Once the MRABA is signed, no changes can be made.

Adhere to the 'strict silence' period policies.

Consult your Recruitment Counselor before withdrawing from the Formal Recruitment process.

Report any recruitment misconduct to the Recruitment Team, FSL Staff, or a Recruitment Counselor in a timely manner

Potential New member

code of ethics & agreement of mutual respect “We, as Undergraduate Members of women’s fraternities, stand ... for maintenance of fine standards...for service through the development of character inspired by the close contact anddeep friendship of individual fraternity and Panhellenic life. The opportunity for wide and wisehuman service, through mutual respect and helpfulness, is the tenet by which we strive to live.”

This is accomplished by abiding to the following agreements: A potential new member (PNM) shall attend recruitment orientation and all membership recruitment events for which she receives invitations.

Respect for the membership recruitment process is expected at all times. This includes respect toward chapter members, recruitment counselors, Panhellenic officers, faculty and staff, chapter members and other potential new members. PNMs should refrain from sexist, homophobic, racist or otherwise abhorrent conversations.

I understand my rights under the PNM Bill of Rights and if I experience discrimination I know how to report it to the College Panhellenic.

Membership recruitment is a substance-free process. Women may not use or be in the presence of drugs and alcohol during the membership recruitment period. Violation of this rule will result in immediate removal form the membership recruitment process.

Potential new members should be fully aware of the financial obligations of membership before accepting a bid. It is to the PNM’s advantage to ask questions during recruitment events if there are questions about finances.

Potential new members agree to treat the chapter videos and virtual recruitment parties as confidential. Potential new members will not share any video or virtual recruitment event, including a video in its entirety, or recordings, clips, screen shots, and/or quotes from video or virtual recruitment event. Potential new members understand that any breach of this agreement could result to disciplinary action.

Potential new members understand that if they sign a Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA) after preference round, they are bound to that document and the chapter that extends them a bid. This means that the PNM is ineligible for an invitation to membership from another NPC organization until the next primary recruitment on that campus.

Failure to abide by the expectations stated above will result in the review of your status as a potential new member. The first offense will result in a warning from Panhellenic Recruitment Staff. The second offense will result in being released from the 2020 Panhellenic Recruitment process. If the first offense is determined to be severe enough by the Panhellenic Recruitment Staff, a potential new member could be subject to an immediate release from the Panhellenic Recruitment process.

Financial obligations

When joining a sorority, financial responsibility is extremely important to every chapter on campus. The expenses of belonging to a sorority vary, and the first semester of membership is often the most expensive.

The seven chapters at ODU range in price and also offer different opportunities to pay these dues. The dues that are expected from each individual are used toward different expenses benefiting the individual and the chapter. Some chapters offer all-inclusive dues while others have additional opt-in expenses for things like formals, sisterhood events, and apparel.

Average New Member Dues for First Semester of Membership: $640 Average Initated Member Dues Per Semester: $580

Range for New Member Dues for First Semester of Membership: $400-$750 Range Initiated Member Dues Per Semester: $274-$560 Chapters are expected to address financial obligations during the philanthropy round of recruitment.

Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment In person schedule

Thursday, September 15th 7:00PM - Recruitment Orientation Spend quality time with your color group and Recruitment Counselors and learn more about the Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment process. Dress is casual.

Ex: a casual t-shirt, graphic t-shirt, or ODU apparel.

Friday, September 16th 4:00PM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 5:00PM - Meet & Greet Round This is part of the first round where you will meet all of the seven Panhellenic sororities on campus. Dress is casual on this day.

Ex: t-shirt/ODU apparel/etc.

Saturday, September 17th 11:00AM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 12:00PM - Philanthropy Round You will learn about the philanthropies of the different chapters. The chapter women will be able to share their experiences in the sisterhood of their chapter. A little dressier than the first day, a nice blouse will do!

Sunday, September 18th 8:00AM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 9:00AM - Preference Round This morning you will really get to know the women of the chapters on a deeper level, as they might become your new sisters. Dressier then Philanthropy Round. This round is dressier than all of the others, a nice blouse or a business-appropriate top are good examples!

Sunday, September 18th 6:00PM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 7:00PM - Bid Day This afternoon you will receive your bid to your new chapter and meet your new sisters!

Dress is casual.

Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment Virtual schedule

Wednesday, September 14th 7:00PM - Recruitment Orientation Spend quality time with your color group and Recruitment Counselors and learn more about the Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment process. Dress is casual.

Ex: a casual t-shirt, graphic t-shirt, or ODU apparel.

Thursday, September 15th 6:00PM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 7:00PM - Meet & Greet Round - Day 1 This is part of the first round where you will meet half of the seven Panhellenic sororities on campus.

Dress is casual on this day.

Ex: t-shirt/ODU apparel/etc.

Friday, September 16th 4:00PM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 5:00PM - Meet & Greet Round - Day 2 This is part of the first round where you will meet half of the seven Panhellenic sororities on campus.

Dress is casual on this day.

Ex: t-shirt/ODU apparel/etc.

Saturday, September 17th 11:00AM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 12:00PM - Philanthropy Round

You will learn about the philanthropies of the different chapters. The chapter women will be able to share their experiences in the sisterhood of their chapter. A little dressier than the first day, a nice blouse will do

Sunday, September 18th 8:00AM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 9:00AM - Preference Round This morning you will really get to know the women of the chapters on a deeper level, as they might become your new sisters. Dressier then Philanthropy Round. This round is dressier than all of the others, nice blouse or a business-appropriate top are good examples!

Sunday, September 18th 6:00PM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 7:00PM - Bid Day This afternoon you will receive your bid to your new chapter and meet your new sisters! Dress is casual.

Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment Hybrid schedule

Wednesday, September 14th 7:00PM - Recruitment Orientation - Virtual Spend quality time with your color group and Recruitment Counselors and learn more about the Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment process. Dress is casual.

Ex: a casual t-shirt, graphic t-shirt, or ODU apparel.

Thursday, September 15th 6:00PM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 7:00PM - Meet & Greet Round - Day 1 - Virtual This is part of the first round where you will meet half of the seven Panhellenic sororities on campus.

Dress is casual on this day.

Ex: t-shirt/ODU apparel/etc.

Friday, September 16th 4:00PM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 5:00PM - Meet & Greet Round - Day 2 - Virtual This is part of the first round where you will meet half of the seven Panhellenic sororities on campus.

Dress is casual on this day.

Ex: t-shirt/ODU apparel/etc.

Saturday, September 17th 11:00AM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 12:00PM - Philanthropy Round - Virtual

You will learn about the philanthropies of the different chapters. The chapter women will be able to share their experiences in the sisterhood of their chapter. A little dressier than the first day, a nice blouse will do

Sunday, September 18th 8:00AM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 9:00AM - Preference Round - In Person This morning you will really get to know the women of the chapters on a deeper level, as they might become your new sisters. Dressier then Philanthropy Round. This round is dressier than all of the others, nice blouse or a business-appropriate top are good examples!

Sunday, September 18th 6:00PM - Meet with your Recruitment Counselor & Color Group 7:00PM - Bid Day - In Person This afternoon you will receive your bid to your new chapter and meet your new sisters! Dress is casual.

What To Wear

Each round of recruitment has a different theme and we want to encourage you to be yourself. You should plan to wear whatever makes you most comfortable and confident! To help you plan, here is some inspiration on what to wear each day based on suggested attire.

Meet & Greet You will be given a shirt to wear for this round.

We suggest you pair it with comfortable pants and shoes.

It's a very casual day!

Preference

Philanthropy On this day, we suggest to dress business casual This includes outfits such as dresses, skirts, or pants suits paired with heels or nice flats.

This day, you will connect with chapters on a deeper level.

Because of this, we suggest you dress dressier than the previous day. Something you would wear at a ceremony or more formal event, such as a graduation!

Bid Day The last day of recruitment is a bid day and on this day you will be "running" home to your new sorority! You will receive a t-shirt to wear on this day so we suggest dressing in something that you can cover easily like a cami.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old do I have to be to go through recruitment?

If you are an enrolled, full-time, undergraduate student at the university you can participate in recruitment. Any woman from first semester freshman to senior can participate. As long as you have not been previously initiated into any NPC sorority, you may go through recruitment.

Is there a required GPA to go through recruitment?

While Panhellenic does not have a requirement, individual chapters do. Based on chapter requirements interested women must have a 2.5 GPA to receive a bid. However, some chapters require a GPA higher than 2.5.

How will recruitment be held this semester?

FFR will be either virtual, hybrid, or in person. We have a plan for all three contingencies. Once we have more details we will let you know.

No matter what we are focused on making this the best experience possible.

Do I need to submit an official transcript?

No, we do not ask for transcripts. The Fraternity & Sorority Life staff will verify each potential new member's GPA prior to recruitment.

What should I expect to receive after registering for recruitment?

After completing your registration, you will receive a confirmation email. From there, members of the recruitment team will be available to answers questions about FFR. You will be assigned a Recruitment Counselor and a color group shortly after. You may contact these women or the recruitment team with any questions you may have leading up to FFR.

Do I have to go to all of the parties on my list?

Yes! The objective of Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment is for you to learn as much as you can about our chapters so that you can see which chapter is the best fit for you. Attending each party will only help you make the most informed decision regarding membership.

Is it possible to be in a sorority and also be involved in other things?

Absolutely! Although joining a sorority is a commitment, there are many women who join other student organizations, work part-time jobs and volunteer. Panhellenic encourages members to become involved outside their individual chapters.

What if I hear rumors?

It is possible that before or during recruitment you may hear rumors about chapters or chapter members. Speaking unfavorably about a chapter, chapter member, or another prospective member could result in influencing someone's feelings. Questions and concerns should be directed to your Recruitment Counselor, the recruitment staff, or Fraternity & Sorority Life staff.

What if I choose not to join a sorority during recruitment?

If you feel that joining a sorority is not right for you or you need more time to learn about each one, your Recruitment Counselor will be there to guide you and explain all of your options. We encourage you to talk to your Recruitment Counselor if you are considering withdrawing from the recruitment process.

I'm interested in more than one sorority. What if I can't choose the right one for me?

Many women that participate in the recruitment process feel a connection to more than one sorority. If you have any concerns, your Recruitment Counselor is there to give you unbiased advice to help you reach the best decision for you. It is important to remember that each sorority has special qualities to offer and can enrich your life in many ways so keep an open mind!

Meet Our Sororities Alpha Phi

Delta Zeta

Alpha Xi Delta

Kappa Delta

Pi Beta Phi

Sigma Sigma Sigma Zeta Tau Alpha

Alpha Phi

Founded: 1872 Colors: Silver and Bordeaux Flower: Lily of the Valley and Forgot Me Not Symbol: Ivy Leaf Motto: "Union Hand in Hand" National Philanthropy: Alpha Phi Foundation

Alpha Xi Delta Founded: 1893 Colors: Dark Blue, Light Blue, and Gold Flower: Pink Rose Symbol: Quill Motto: "The Pen is Mightier than the Sword" National Philanthropy: Kindly Hearts Campaign

Delta Zeta

Founded: 1902 Colors: Rose and Green Flower: Pink Killarney Rose Symbol: Roman Lamp Motto: "Let the Flame Endure Forever" National Philanthropy: Speech and Hearing

Kappa Delta Founded: 1897 Colors: Olive Green and Pearl White Flower: White Rose Symbol: Nautilus Shell, Dagger Motto: "Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful, and highest" National Philanthropy: Prevent Child Abuse America; Girl Scouts of the USA

Pi Beta Phi

Founded: 1867 Colors: Wine and Silver Blue Flower: White Carnation Symbol: Arrow Motto: "Friends and Leaders for Life" National Philanthropy: Read > Lead > Achieve

Sigma Sigma Sigma

Founded: 1898 Colors: Royal Purple and White Flower: Purple Violet Symbol: Sailboat Motto: "Ever Forward" National Philanthropy: The Sigma Sigma Sigma Foundation; March of Dimes

Zeta Tau Alpha

Founded: 1898 Colors: Turquoise Blue and Steel Gray Flower: White Violet Symbol: Strawberry and Five-Point Crown Motto: "Seek the Noblest" National Philanthropy: Breast Cancer Education and Awareness

Terminology

BADGE: The pin of an initiated member.

BID: An official invitation from a chapter to become a new member BID DAY: The final day of recruitment when bids are given out.

BIG: Each new member is given a “big” brother or sister that acts as a mentor throughout her new member period. The new member is called a little. This bond remains even after the new member has initiated.

CHAPTER: Each national sorority and fraternity has individual chapters of their organization at different colleges and universities. Also, some groups refer to their weekly meetings as “chapter”.

CHAPTER ADVISOR: An alumna/ alumni member of a sorority or fraternity that serves as a mentor to a collegiate chapter.

DUES: Fees paid to the organization you are affiliated with. Dues must be paid to remain in “good standing” with your chapter.

INTENTIONAL SINGLE PREFERENCE: When a woman who attended more than one preference event lists only one chapter on her Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA) following preference round. By not ranking all chapters available, this may impact your ability to be placed in the Panhellenic community overall. If you are considering this option, please reach out to a Fraternity & Sorority Life staff memver to better understand your options.

INTIATION: Formal admittance into the sorority/fraternity. The new members participate in a ceremony that marks formal admittance into the sorority/fraternity. The initiation ceremony is typically exclusive to members and rooted in history.

LEGACY: A student whose family member (typically brother/sister, mom/dad, grandmother/grandfather but can also include aunt/uncle) is a member of a particular sorority or fraternity. This does not guarantee membership in a particular organization and for many organizations has no impact on the membership selection process.

NATIONAL PANHELLENIC CONFERENCE (NPC): Founding in 1902, NPC provides support and guidance for its 26 member inter/national sororities/women's fraternities and services as the national voice on contemporary issues of sorority life. NPC serves as the umbrella organization for the College Panhellenic Council.

Old Dominion University has 7 NPC affiliated sororities.

MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT ACCEPTANCE BINDING AGREEMENT (MRABA): The MRABA is a binding agreement, and once signed cannot be altered or changed. Most importantly, if you sign the MRABA and choose not to join or stay in the sorority from which you received a bid, you cannot join another chapter until the next primary recruitment period.

NEW MEMBER: This term refers to the men and women that have accepted a bid to a particular fraternity or sorority chapter but are not yet initiated.

NEW MEMBER PERIOD/PROCESS: The time before initiation where the new member learns about the fraternity or sorority before becoming a collegiate member.

PHILANTHROPY: A charitable organization that every NPC organization at Old Dominion University supports.

PLEDGING CEREMONY: This is the ceremony to recognize the official commitment to become a new member of the sorority or fraternity.

PNM: Potential New Member. All incoming women going through the recruitment process before they accept a sorority bid.

PREFERENCE: After each round of the recruitment process, every PNM will decide which sororities she would most like to visit again the next day. The decision process is called preference. *Chapters and members of chapters never see which sororities a PNM prefs* RECRUITMENT: The official process for new members to join a fraternity or sorority. It is a mutual selection process where the PNM’s and chapter chose based on their perfect fit.

RECRUITMENT COUNSELOR: A woman who has disaffiliated from her organization for the process of Formal Recruitment to give unbiased advice to PNMS. These women serve as resources to PNMS during Formal Recruitment.

RITUAL: A secret ceremony of a fraternal organization.

STRICT SILENCE: The period of no contact between PNMs and active members during the Formal Recruitment process after the signing of the Member Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA) following Preference Round.

Potential New Member Bill of Rights

The right to be treated as an individual.

The right to be fully informed about the recruitment process.

The right to ask questions and receive true and objective answers from recruitment counselors and members. The right to be treated with respect.

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

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

The right to have and express opinions to recruitment counselors.

The right to have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with recruitment counselors.

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

The right to be fully informed about the NPC unanimous agreements implicit in the membership recruitment acceptance binding agreement (MRABA).

The right to make one's own choice and decision and accept fully responsibility for the results of that decision.

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

2022 Panhellenic Recruitment

Technology

Zoom: If there are virtual sessions, Zoom is the platform we will be using to host recruitment. Old Dominion University has given each student their own zoom account using your ODU MIDAS id and password.

Login: You must use your ODU MIDAS ID and password as your log in for recruitment.

Profile: Recommended that you use the same picture that you submitted in your registration as your profile picture for Zoom. You will want to update your name to show your Preferred Name, Last Name, Color Group, and PNM Number.

Breakout rooms: Familiarize yourself with the use of breakout rooms.

Links Access: You will be able to get access to Zoom links using an established website exclusively for FFR that will be shared just before recruitment. We recommend you bookmark the link.

FFR Central: The recruitment team will be hosting open Zoom rooms throughout recruitment to assist you as needed. This will also be where you go to make your selections at the end of each round.

Campus Director: This is where you originally created your registration and is our recruitment management platform.

PNM Companion App: Download the PNM Companion App to view daily messages, schedules, keep track of notes about your recruitment experience, to make selections, and more.

Group Me: Every color group should have a Group Me to help you keep in touch with your Recruitment Counselors and connect with the rest of your color group.

For Recruitment to be successful it is critical for you to frequently be in contact with your Recruitment Counselors.