Fraternity & Sorority Life

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Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life

Community Values

Panhellenic Council

Interfraternity Council

National Pan-Hellenic Council

Recruitment

Chapter Profiles

Glossary

Greek Housing

Frequently Asked Questions

More Information

Office of Fraternity & Sorority LifeFraternities and Sororities

are the largest, most visible, and most active

groups on the Northern Kentucky University

campus. The Office of Fraternity and Sorority

Life advises and supports our community of 16

total organizations along with the Inter-Fraternity

Council, Panhellenic Council, and National Pan-Hellenic Council.M

ission

The Northern Kentucky University Fraternity and Sorority Community will work in partnership with the University to inspire and develop life-long learners who are committed to membership in a values-based organization by demonstrating excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and collegiality while promoting a respectful environment that is inclusive and ethical.

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Fellowship & Service

One of the most meaningful experiences students have as a part of the Greek Community is the fellowship they experience as a result of joining a chapter. Through this brother/sisterhood, members will develop lifelong friendships not only within their chapter, but within the greater Greek Community. These bonds are based in the ritual and values of each organization and are some of the strongest that can be developed as an undergraduate.

“To those whom much is given, much is expected.” –John F. Kennedy

This is the ideal which guides the service and philanthropy aspect of Greek organizations. Our organizations recognize the need to be contributing members of the NKU campus and surrounding communities. Countless hours and dollars are donated each year to a variety of worthy causes. Community service and philanthropic work prepares students to

be active role models as a part of the greater society.

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Scholarship & ExcellenceAcademic achievement is the foundation for an individual’s future success. The NKU Greek Community is committed to the attainment of personal and chapter academic goals. Although each chapter has minimum GPA requirements, each organization provides its members with resources to you succeed. As a result, fraternity men and sorority women have higher graduation and retention rates than the average student. Rewards and recognition are provided annual to those members who excel.

For Greek organizations at NKU, it is the goal to not only complete the requirements set forth by the university and headquarters, but to excel. Each individual member is expected to put forth the necessary effort to maintain the high standards of membership. As a result of this mentality, many of our organizations have received national recognition for their work in recruitment, academics, programming, and overall performance. Similar to participating in a team, the goals achieved by entire memberships are much greater

than any individual could accomplish.

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Leadership & Integrity

One of the greatest opportunities as an undergraduate is to develop leadership skills to later apply in practical situations. Fraternity and sorority life will teach, encourage, and assist in the development of these skills. Each chapter is self-governed creating opportunities for members to lead their peers and participate in the democratic processes of the chapter, the national organization, and the campus. Being the most visible community of students, the Greek community is called upon to lead many of the campus initiatives and is seen as a valuable part of the overall campus community.

Being in a leadership role certainly requires one to have integrity, and it is the expectation of the entire Greek Community that every member have integrity. As values-based organizations there is a lot of responsibility on individual members to live up to these lofty values. As a result of this practice, fraternity and sorority members are one of the most

respected and revered groups on campus.

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Unity & InclusivenessThere is the instant community and unity within each chapter; however the Greek students at NKU really pride themselves on their unity as an entire community. The community-wide atmosphere is one where students genuinely care about one another regardless of chapter affiliation. Students who decide to affiliate will have an affinity for their individual chapter and for the greater Greek community. This unity extends across all 3

councils; IFC, Panhellenic, and NPHC.

All chapters, with the exception of Alpha Psi Lambda, are gender-based, however men and women from all walks of life are a part of each organization. In addition to Unity, the NKU Greek Community prides itself on being inclusive of everyone. Furthermore, the Greek Community provides its members countless opportunities to partner with other campus departments in education and programming efforts. The community aspect of our organizations is founded in the inclusivity of our chapters and councils.

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Panhellenic Council

The Panhellenic Council is the governing body for all the women’s sororities on campus. The sorority community at NKU consists of 6 chapters, Alpha Omicron Pi, Delta Gamma, Delta Zeta, Kappa Delta, Phi Sigma Sigma, and Theta Phi Alpha. Total membership for Panhellenic community is over 600 women.

@NKUPanhellenic

.com/nkypanhellenic

nkupanhellenic

“No matter

where I go, I have

sisters to confide in and

reach out to for assistance.”

–Hannah Hall

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Interfraternity CouncilThe Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing body for all the men’s fraternities on campus. The fraternity community at NKU consists of 5 chapters, Alpha Tau Omega, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Pi Kappa Alpha, Sigma Phi Epsilon, and Theta Chi. Total membership for IFC community is over 400 men.

@NKU_IFC

.com/nkuifc

“My Chapter has given me the confidence I need to speak up, a portal through which to do service, and brothers/friends for life.”– Andrew Blake

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National Pan-Hellenic Council

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is the governing body for all the historically black greek letter organizations. The NPHC community at NKU consists of 4 chapters, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. In addition to these 4 chapters, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. will be re-establishing their chapter at NKU during the 2014-2015 academic year.

@nkunphc

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RecruitmentIFC Formal Recruitment happens at the beginning of every fall semester, however chapters do recruit year-round. If you are interested in joining a fraternity be sure to look for chapters at Orientation, Fresh Fusion, and be sure to attend IFC Info Night. For more information, please contact nkuifc@gmail.com.

Panhellenic Formal Recruitment happens at the beginning of every fall semester. If you are interested in particiapting in this process keep an eye out for Panhellenic Open House, Meet your Gamma Chi Night, and Formal Recruitment. For more information, please contact nkupanhellenic@gmail.com.

If you are interested in an NPHC chapter, it is best to attend Greek 411 which typically happens at the beginning of each semester. Additionally, you are encouraged to attend each chapter’s info sessions. If you have any questions and for more information, please contact Kim Vance, vanceki@nku.edu.

Alpha Psi Lambda is a co-ed Latino interest fraternity. If you are interested in Alpha Psi Lambda, please contact apsipsichapter@gmail.com.

NPHC

IFCPHC

A Psi

“My fraternity experience has

developed me into a scholarly

young man ready for the world.”

- Justin Bezold

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Alpha Omicron Pi

Chapter Designation Nu OmegaFounding at NKU April 2013Color Cardinal RedNickname A-O-PiCouncil PhC

Philanthropy The Arthritis FoundationWebsite aoiinku.comFacebook /aoiinkuTwitter @AOii_NKU

“Exceed the Expectation”

ΑΟΠ

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Alpha Sigma Phi

Founding at NKU Coming Spring 2015!Colors Cardinal and StoneNickname Alpha SigCouncil IFC

Philanthropy Home for out Troops, RAINN, & Humane SocietyWebsite alphasigmaphi.orgFacebook /alphasigmaphiTwitter @alphasigs

“To Better the World Through

Better Men”

ΑΣΦ

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Chapter Designation Theta OmegaFounding at NKU September 1983Colors Azure Blue and Old GoldNickname ATO or TausCouncil IFC

Philanthropy St. Elizabeth’s Center for Breast HealthWebsite nkuato.wix.comFacebook /nkuATOTwitter @ATO_NKU

“To bind men together in a

brotherhood based upon eternal and

immutable principles.”

Alpha Tau Omega

ΑΤΩ

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Alpha Phi Alpha

Chapter Designation Rho GammaFounding at NKU May 1988Colors Black and Old GoldNickname AlphasCouncil NPHC

Philanthropy March of DimesWebsite alpha-phi-alpha.comFacebook /1906APAnetworkTwitter @RhoGammaALPHAS

“First of All, Servants of All,

We Shall Transcend All”

ΑΦΑ

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Chapter Designation PsiFounding at NKU April 2013Colors Gold and WhiteNickname A-PsiCouncil Independent

Philanthropy Boys and Girls Clubs of AmericaWebsite alphapsilambda.netFacebook /ApsiNKUPsiChapterTwitter @AlphaPsiLambda

“Together We Shall Seek the

Noblest”

ΑΨΛ

Alpha Psi Lambda16

Chapter Designation Zeta SigmaFounding at NKU 1993Colors Bronze, Pink, and BlueNickname Dee-GeeCouncil PhC

Philanthropy Service for SightWebsite nku.deltagamma.orgFacebook /NKUDeltaGammaTwitter @DeltaGamma_NKU

“Do Good”

ΔΓ

Delta Gamma 17

Chapter Designation Kappa BetaFounding at NKU April 1972Colors Rose and GreenNickname Dee-ZeeCouncil PhC

Philanthropy Speech and HearingWebsite nkudeltazeta.comFacebook /NKUDeltaZeeTwitter @NKUDeltaZee

“Enrichment”

ΔZ

Delta Zeta18

Chapter Designation Alpha RhoFounding at NKU November 1999Colors Royal Blue and Pure WhiteNickname ZetaCouncil NPHC

Philanthropy March of Dimes & Stork’s NestWebsite zphib1920.orgFacebook /ZPhiBHQTwitter @ZPhiBHQ

“Scholarship, Sisterly Love,

Service, and Finer

Womanhood”

ΖΦB

Zeta Phi Beta 19

“Nothing great is ever achieved without much

enduring”

Chapter Designation Alpha MuFounding at NKU April 1974Colors Silver, Gold, and Sapphire BlueNickname Theta PhiCouncil PhC

Philanthropy Glenmary Home MissionersWebsite thetaphinku.orgFacebook /NKUThetaPhiAlphaTwitter @ThetaPhiNKU

ΘΦΑ

Theta Phi Alpha20

Chapter Designation Iota TauFounding at NKU November 2013Colors Military Red and WhiteNickname n/aCouncil IFC

Philanthropy United Service OrganizationsWebsite thetachi.orgFacebook /Theta-Chi-FraternityTwitter @ThetaChiNKU

“An Assisting Hand”

ΘΧ

Theta Chi21

Chapter Designation Pi PiFounding at NKU April 2009Colors Crimson and CreamNickname NupesCouncil NPHC

Philanthropy St. Jude Children’s HospitalWebsite kappaalphapsi.comFacebook /KappaAlphaPsiTwitter @PiPiNupes

“Training for Leadership”

ΚΑΨ

Kappa Alpha Psi22

Chapter Designation Eta EtaFounding at NKU November 2003Colors Olive Green and Pearl WhiteNickname Kay-DeeCouncil PhC

Philanthropy Girl Scouts of the USAWebsite nku.kappadelta.orgFacebook /KappaDeltaEtaEtaTwitter @KDetaeta

“Let us strive for that which is honorable,

beautiful, and highest”

ΚΔ

Kappa Delta23

Chapter Designation Eta RhoFounding at NKU April 1972Colors Garnet and GoldNickname PikeCouncil IFC

Philanthropy St. Jude Children’s HospitalWebsite nkupikes.comFacebook /NKUpikesTwitter @NKUpikes

“Once a Pike, Always A PIKE”

ΠΚΑ

Pi Kappa Alpha24

Chapter Designation Rho ChiFounding at NKU Spring 2008Colors Royal Blue and GoldNickname S-G-RhoCouncil NPHC

Philanthropy March of DimesWebsite sgrho1922.orgFacebook /sgrho1922Twitter @RhoChi_SGRHO

“Greater Service, Greater

Progress”

ΣΓΡ

Sigma Gamma Rho25

Chapter Designation Kentucky EtaFounding at NKU April 2009Colors Purple and RedNickname Sig EPCouncil IFC

Philanthropy Big Brothers Big SistersWebsite nkusigep.orgFacebook /NKUsigepTwitter @NKUsigep

“Building Balanced Men”

ΣΦΕ

Sigma Phi Epsilon26

Chapter Designation Pi OmicronFounding at NKU December 1983Colors Cherry and GreyNickname TekeCouncil IFC

Philanthropy Alzheimer’s FoundationWebsite tkepio.comFacebook /NKU-TKETwitter @NKU_TKE

“Better men for a better

world”

ΤΚΕ

Tau Kappa Epsilon27

Phi Mu Alpha

Chapter Designation Xi LambdaFounding at NKU March 1994Colors Red, Black, and GoldCouncil Independent

Philanthropy Mills Music MissionWebsite sinfonia.orgFacebook /PhiMuAlphaSinfoniaTwitter @PhiMuAlpha

“Among Men, Harmony”

ΦΜΑ

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Phi Sigma Sigma

Chapter Designation Gamma TauFounding at NKU 1979Colors King Blue and GoldNickname Phi SigCouncil PhC

Philanthropy Phi Sigma Sigma FoundationWebsite phisigmasigma.orgFacebook /NKUPhiSigTwitter @NKUPhiSig

“Aim High”

ΦΣΣ

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Chapter Designation Psi TauFounding at NKU UpcomingColors Royal Purple and Old GoldNickname Ques or OmegaCouncil NPHC

Philanthropy NAACPWebsite oppf.orgFacebook /OfficialOmegaPsiPhiTwitter @OfficialOPPF

“Friendship is essential to the

soul”

ΩΨΦ

Omega Psi Phi30

Glossary

Α – Alpha (al-fah)Β – Beta (bay-tah)Γ – Gamma (gam-ah)Δ – Delta (del-tah) Ε – Epsilon (ep-si-lon)Ζ – Zeta (zay-tah)Η – Eta (ay-tah)Θ – Theta (thay-tah)

Ι – Iota (eye-o-tah)Κ – Kappa (cap-ah)Λ – Lambda (lamb-dah)Μ – Mu (mew)Ν – Nu (new)Ξ – Xi (zz-eye)Ο – Omicron (om-ah-cron)Π – Pi (pie)

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etActive - a fully intiated member of an organization.Bid - a formal invitation to pledge or associate with a chapter.Chapter - the local collegiate group of a national fraternity or sorority.Initiation - ritual or ceremony in which new members become full members in that organization.Intake - the process that NPHC organizations use to select new members.Legacy - a prospective new member whose mother, father, sister, or brother are a member of a part of a particular fraternity or sorority.Line - Individuals going through the membership intake process.New Member - member of a Greek letter organization who has not yet been initiated.Pledge Process/New Member Education - The 6-8 week process used to develop and educate new members about the organization’s mission, values, and foundation.

Ρ – Rho (row)Σ – Sigma (sig-ma)Τ – Tau (taw)Υ – Upsilon (oop-si-lon)Φ – Phi (fie)Χ – Chi (kie)Ψ – Psi (sigh)Ω – Omega (oh-may-gah)

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Callahan

“A sorority or fraternity can become a home away from home, especially since moving onto our floor. My brothers are the ones with whom I share everything, my successes and my failures.”-Tanner Elrod Callahan Hall is where 6 chapters

currently have floors: 4 sororities (Delta Gamma, Delta Zeta, Theta Phi Alpha, and Phi Sigma Sigma) and 2 fraternities (Pi Kappa Alpha and Sigma Phi Epsilon). Members in these organizations have the opportunity to live with 20 of his/her brothers or sisters on a designated floor. Each room has its own bathroom and a capacity of 2-3 individuals. Additionally,

each floor has its own common space.

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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat kind of costs are involved in being Greek?Each chapter is self-supported through dues paid by all members. Dues are used to sponsor social events, membership recruitment, educational programs, and philanthropic projects. Financial obligations vary by chapter, although expenses range anywhere from $300 to $600 depending on semester. However, all chapters offer payment plans and incentives to help members offset these costs.

What about hazing in Greek letter organizations?Hazing is defined as any action taken which produces bodily harm or danger, mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, fright, or ridicule. Northern Kentucky University Policy, state law, and all inter/national fraternal organizations prohibit hazing. The rituals of Greek organizations have nothing to do with hazing; they are not scary, shameful or degrading.

What is the time commitment for being in a chapter?The time commitment is what you make of it. Some students put all of their time into their fraternity/sorority, while others divide their time between their chapter and experiencing other things on campus. There are some required events, but you can always choose which events you want to be a part of.

Will joining a fraternity/sorority negatively affect my grades?Scholarship is one of the shared values of all fraternities and sororities, so activities will not take away from the student’s academic career, as long as the student plans ahead. Additionally, each chapter has minimum grade standards members have to maintin in order to remain active, but also have programs to support those members who may struggling academically.

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More Information

@NKUGreeks

.com/NKUGreekLife

Greek Office - Student Union room 328.

greeklife.nku.edu

Kim Vance, DirectorPhone: (859) 572-5146

Email: vanceki@nku.edu

Mailing AddressSU 328 Nunn Drive

Highland Heights, KY 41099

Adam Dralle, CoordinatorPhone: (859) 572-6046

Email: drallea1@nku.edu

If you have specific questions about any aspect of Fraternity

and Sorority Life, feel free to contact us via phone or email.

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