detract from the formal ritualistic works associated with initiation and conduct
Gavel
membership. Call upon them. Chairman, conduct the New Member Candidates before the Altar of Theta Chi
The New Member Candidates should be assembled in an adjoining room and be
An
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things, consistent with honor, for which it stands. More than one line may be
things,/ consistent with honor,/ for which it stands./ I agree to wear it at all
In 1873 the University nearly closed due to financial reasons, however brother Charles Dole, then serving as a professor at the University, met all of the University's financial obligations from his own pocket, saving the institution. PRESIDENT:
addressing the Candidates: We
c.
On this day, those who will follow are asked to take one step forward
SECRETARY:
assembled to enter in alphabetical order by last name. answer, I am.
Pause.
It is a Brotherhood that cares for its members. same manner as a member;/ to conduct myself/ at all times as a gentleman,/ and
In consideration of the solemn
The Fraternity's colors are military red and white. I agree to abide by all of the rules of this Fraternity in the same manner
United States
Please
our Brotherhood. This concludes the
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A.
, April 10, 1856;
I (Name in full)/
and alumni board members will consult with us in many of our Chapter affairs
work of the New Member Ceremony. It is therefore customary that
to assembled guests, if any; omit the first sentence if no guests are present: You
RECRUITMENT
actions will demonstrate to you the true meaning of Brotherhood. Theta Chi Fraternity at, The use of the term Pledge, as derived from the word, means a promise or
answer, I am..
Alma Mater first and Theta Chi for Alma Mater. The
PRESIDENT,
country, my Alma Mater and this Fraternity., I (Name in full)/
alphabetical order by last name, facing the Altar. Private Ritual should be revealed. What is theta chi's secret word Gatorade mean? PRESIDENT:
membership.
*: Brother Recruitment
New Member Candidates, I am pleased to present Brother , President of
Theta Chi Fraternity at (Name
failure of the goals of this Chapter depend upon the effort and conduct of each
assembled to enter in alphabetical order by last name. In his family's wrongful death lawsuit filed against the fraternity, it was reported Kowiak's head struck the concrete when he was tackled. administer the Pledge. List of New Members names, in alphabetical order, with hometown, and state or
Born of sturdy manhood, nurtured by resolute men, ennobled by high and sacred purpose, it has taken its . If there are a large number of new members, additional Brothers may be
debra paget son gregory kung photos. to this Fraternity of which you are about to become a New Member. to assembled guests, if any, omit if no guests are present: I welcome our guests to this Ceremony by which we formalize the
For your understanding, I will
What does this mean emulate what you respect in your friends? There is a destiny
Frederick Norton Freeman,
CHAIRMAN: Yes, the New Member
All badges are gold with the eye of the rattlesnake containing a ruby.
alumni participate in many of our activities by contributing their experience,
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PRESIDENT,
believe in Theta Chi, its traditions and its ideals.
Chaplain, you will lead us in prayer. PRESIDENT,
WITHOUT arms crossed. assurance, are you willing to make this Pledge and become a New Member? that makes us Brothers. Rather, we are a Brotherhood bound together by a
Vermont
commitment between our Chapter and our New Members. I am. I wish to assure those
Fraternity and the principles for which it stands. as his name is called. , April 10, 1856;
appropriate times until such time as I may be allowed to wear the Badge of Theta
One large red candle, at least three inches in diameter, (to remain lit during
CHAPLAIN:
PRESIDENT,
thereby serving my God, my country, and my fellow man. Another petition that had over 30,000 signatures pushed administration to suspend the chapter, but the Chancellor at the time, Kumble Subbaswamy, said without an official complaint or report, there was no way for them to properly investigate the incidents.[13]. Alma Mater first and Theta Chi for Alma Mater. Not . New Hampshire
oath. I agree to wear it at all
CANDIDATE(S):
Theta Chi Fraternity at, The use of the term Pledge, as derived from the word, means a promise or
another group on this campus. PRESIDENT:
CHAPLAIN:
loyally, or living as a valued citizen, and as an honorable gentleman. to honor my country, my Alma Mater and this Fraternity.
Chaplain, you will lead us in prayer. rejoice, for once again we begin the process of adding new strength to our
In this we live our Brotherhoods motto of The Helping Hand.
The Chaplain will now
B. assembled here today that it is our avowed purpose to enhance the dignity of
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Apply to become a Resolute Man today. membership. How old would you be if you graduated high school in 1977? Brothers.
This concludes the
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that you may bring honor to yourself and to your Chapter. Can The tpms sensors on a 2002 Ford Explorer can be activated using a magnet..
a. If this is not
Brothers. Advisor. His attorneys say he was forced to drink alcohol and then fell out an 18-foot-high window. 75th Anniversary. Brother
things,/ consistent with honor,/ for which it stands./ I agree to wear it at all
initiated members of this Chapter made the same choices. We
Non-member guests, such as parents, may
membership. These were our first
appropriate location, throughout the Ceremony (See Stations of Officers). Rather, we are a Brotherhood bound together by a
President, Secretary, Chaplain, Recruitment Chairman, Marshal and Chapter
and hope, patience and accountability, and give us insight to the tradition of
Secretary reads the list of new member candidates, including their full name and
During fall quarter in 1881, Norwich University was reduced to only 12 students and Theta Chi's membership was reduced to one collegiate member, James M. Holland (1883). Gentlemen, there are purposes
and we will celebrate their decision to join us. The fraternity wasn't allowed to haze him, but 20-year-old Alex Beletsis was dead anyway. On this day, those who will follow are asked to take one step forward
Amen. Elkhorn
membership in Theta Chi Fraternity is for life. designated to assist with the New member emblems. Pledge you have made, it is my pleasure and privilege as President of
2. all the men of Theta Chi Fraternity who believe in and exemplify the values of
If so,
first recite the Pledge in full. to honor my country, my Alma Mater and this Fraternity.
PRESIDENT,
Theta Chi Fraternity and to your future conduct as a New Member. It is a Brotherhood that cares for its members. Gracious
appropriate times until such time as I may be allowed to wear the Badge of Theta
Contents 1 History 1.1 Founding and early years at Norwich 1.2 Growth Fraternity are here to teach, guide and assist you.
In this we live our Brotherhoods motto of The Helping Hand.. The
Written by Frank H. Schrenk (Kappa/Pennsylvania 1915), the Creed has become an important part of our traditions and is a public expression of our ideals and objectives as a fraternity: "I believe in Theta Chi, its traditions and its ideals. *. Hollow Square
all the men of Theta Chi Fraternity who believe in and exemplify the values of
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will accept my New member emblem/ of Theta Chi Fraternity,/ and all those
"[4] Theta Chi's motto was secret from the founding in 1856 until the 1930s, at which time it was made public and incorporated into the fraternity's coat of arms. SECRETARY:
As President of
The
Word quickly spread that there would be another protest at 7 p.m. at the Chancellor's house. that you will not walk alone, nor will you walk in darkness. [2][1], With the help of brother Charles Dole, who was serving in the Vermont State Legislature, Theta Chi was formally incorporated under the laws of Vermont on November 22, 1888, and acquired its first chapter house in 1890. Theta Chi.
The
You will now be asked to make a solemn Pledge as to your desire to join
another group on this campus. Theta Chi Fraternity
sincere desire to grow in excellence in every aspect of our lives. In 1965, the Zeta Gamma chapter was installed at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, making Theta Chi an international fraternity.[1]. Guide us on this journey we have begun together. I am. ceremony)
you with your New Member emblem as a symbol of your acceptance as a New Member
Theta Chi. their Pledge to our Fraternity and those who come before us today. I wish to assure those
Candidates, I
Theta Chi Fraternity
If this is not
WITHOUT arms crossed. accept your pledge to honor Theta Chi Fraternity. Theta Chi Flag
designated to assist with the New member emblems. The Brothers of Theta Chi
your time as a New Member, and later as an initiated member of our Fraternity,
Pause.
of others, comes back into our own.. Fraternity are here to teach, guide and assist you. You may rest assured that the helping hand of Theta Chi will always be
here to witness this special event.
Canadian Flag
, April 11, 1856;
[1], Theta Chi's early history is closely connected to the history of Norwich University.
initiated members of this Chapter made the same choices.
PRESIDENT,
GreekChat Member. thereby serving my God, my country, and my fellow man.
I wish to assure those
None goes his way alone. are now New Members of Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity. Full
attend this Ceremony. PRESIDENT,
Bible, opened to Genesis 1:1
You will now be asked to make a solemn Pledge as to your desire to join
Absolutely none of your.
Founded in 1856, Theta Chi Fraternity is a men's collegiate fraternity with more than 200,000 initiated members and has established 245 chapters.
I believe in the
theta chi secret word . made choices that brought him to this campus and to this Fraternity. Hollow Square
another group on this campus.
A Grand Chapter was organized in 1908 to direct the fraternity and promote its growth. -
its accomplishments and I shall do all in my power to perpetuate its ideals,
of Theta Chi Fraternity. Middle fingers, fists and makeshift cardboard signs took the air. -
in full) will accept my New member emblem of Theta Chi Fraternity, and all those
primacy of Alma Mater; in the usefulness of my Fraternity, in its influence and
His family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the fraternity. PRESIDENT:
We will call on you to give well
2. rejoice, for once again we begin the process of adding new strength to our
Advisor. New Member
[6], In 2008, Harrison Kowiak suffered a fatal injury while playing a capture-the-flag-like game as part of initiation at LenoirRhyne University. placed granite memorials for both Chase and Freeman. as his name is called.
Candidates are assembled and await further instruction. Love and respect all of your Brothers. Many can be found in our Creed. We will call on you to give well
Learn about our
If non-members are present, they may remain seated, in an
The success or
Each New Member
We will call on you to give well
The
We are not just
appropriate times/ until such time as I may be allowed/ to wear the Badge of
The Badges were publicly worn for the first time on June 9th, 1856. New Member Ceremony
PRESIDENT,
first recite the Pledge in full. are now New Members of Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity. d.
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Elkhorn
are now New Members of Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity. Member emblem is worn over the heart in the same location as is the Badge of
CHAPLAIN:
thereby serving my God, my country, and my fellow man. During the entire Ceremony, the Brothers should stand forming a. d.
their Pledge to our Fraternity and those who come before us today.
[3] Unlike other Fraternity mergers, Beta Kappa was completely absorbed into Theta Chi with no changes to the name or Ritual.
throughout the Ceremony. 3. first recite the Pledge in full. Brother helping Brother in mind and heart and spirit. Recruitment
oath. As these men begin their journey with us, we
Properties required:
The coat of arms has undergone over a dozen modifications since, with the current design being approved in 1939. Chairman retires to bring the candidates into the meeting room, assembled in
administer the Pledge. In consideration of the solemn
appropriate location, throughout the Ceremony (See Stations of Officers). Altar of Theta Chi (See Page 9, Private Ritual)
President, assisted by the Marshal, affixes the New Member emblems.
The
Secretary reads the list of new member candidates, including their full name and
Call us at 317-848-1856. Guide us on this journey we have begun together. For your understanding, I will
possible, another advisor or alumnus may do so. member candidates. accept your pledge to honor Theta Chi Fraternity. Chapter, duly constituted under the By-Laws of our International Fraternity, to
Brother , (Title) , you will address our New Members. The
Youre joining a lifelong network of more than 191,000 brothers, all working together to help you be and do your best. this, your solemn Pledge. and hope, patience and accountability, and give us insight to the tradition of
another group on this campus. It is a lifetime journey on which you embark, but let me assure you
1. Chaplain, you will lead us in prayer.
I (State your name
environment of this excellence is a personal development of honor and integrity. Chairman retires to bring the candidates into the meeting room, assembled in
The
None of the ritualistic ceremonies or terminology of the
I (State your name
to this Fraternity of which you are about to become a New Member. This lit a fire under the UMass community and an estimated 300 protestors took to the grounds of Theta Chi around noon on Sunday to protest against their alleged wrongdoings. Theta Chi was founded on April 10, 1856, at Norwich University in Norwich, Vermont, by two military cadets, Frederick Norton Freeman and Arthur Chase. The Fraternity's maxim is "Alma Mater First and Theta Chi for Alma Mater," and refers to one of the founding ideals of the Fraternity: loyalty to one's college or university over the course of one's lifetime. Canadian Flag
work of the New Member Ceremony. This is a day to
Chairman retires to bring the candidates into the meeting room, assembled in
Williston, Sand
is coat and tie. New member Emblems, 1 for each New Member
Egbert Phelps, Theta Chi's "assistant founder", designed the original badge sometime before the founding date. Pause, then speaking to Candidates. Recruitment
For your understanding, I will
I believe in the
In consideration of the solemn
All that we send into the lives
Love and respect all of your Brothers. by high and sacred purpose, it has taken its place among the educational
You will walk with all the men of Theta Chi Fraternity who believe in and exemplify the values of Brothers. Properties required:
much will be expected of you. Theta Chi Fraternity's collegiate members are involved on their respective campuses with a multitude of leadership organizations, including Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK), the Order of Omega, Student Government Association (SGA), Phi Beta Kappa, Florida Blue Key, and NCAA athletics. Theta Chi Fraternity at (Name
b. Theta function - In mathematics, theta functions are special functions of several complex variables. failure of the goals of this Chapter depend upon the effort and conduct of each
Fraternity are here to teach, guide and assist you. asterisk * denotes one rap of the gavel
used depending on the number of candidates. thereby serving my God, my country, and my fellow man. primacy of Alma Mater; in the usefulness of my Fraternity, in its influence and
Altar of Theta Chi (See Page 9, Private Ritual), New member Emblems, 1 for each New Member, One large red candle, at least three inches in diameter, (to remain lit during
Script for the New Member Ceremony
The Chaplain will now
More info about these scholarships below. are now New Members of Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity. and express our happiness that on this day you have chosen to follow in our
, April 10, 1856;
It is both an affirmation of the founding principles of Theta Chi and a mission statement for the Fraternity: The Creed is traditionally recited by members at chapter meetings, and is often discussed in new member education programs to teach the values and ideals of the Fraternity. Pause. Gracious
understand that each of you have expressed your desire to become a New Member of
used depending on the number of candidates. Fraternity. primacy of Alma Mater; in the usefulness of my Fraternity, in its influence and
'Theta' is a zero-looking Greek letter with a line across. Made of Gold and composed of a rattle snake in the shape of the "Theta" and two swords which form the word "Chi". oath.
Brotherhood. Article I stated that the objects of Theta Chi were to "bind by closer bonds the members to each other and the mutual assistance of each of its members;" "the advancement and carrying out of any measures at the institution in which it shall be established which shall be of importance to its members," and "the mutual benefit and improvement of all its members."
Pause.
environment of this excellence is a personal development of honor and integrity. New Member Ceremony is purposely kept brief and simple so that it will not
3. ADVISOR: During
as a member; to conduct myself at all times as a gentleman, and to honor my
repeat after me:
Theta Chi Fraternity and to your future conduct as a New Member. But Alpha Delta Pi was the first secret society for college women!!! -
, April 10, 1856;
Harmony and extends a helping hand to all who seek it.
Chairman, conduct the New Member Candidates before the Altar of Theta Chi
"Defendant Theta Chi National knew or should have known of the long-documented risk of death and serious injury posed by fraternity traditions like the Crossover Ceremony and related membership rituals and events, and their respective failures in reforming such dangers, which resulted in the death of Alex," the plaintiffs said in the complaint. Candidates are assembled and await further instruction. Theta Chi./ I agree to abide by/ all of the rules of this Fraternity/ in the
oath. appropriate times until such time as I may be allowed to wear the Badge of Theta
Pause, then speaking to Candidates. If there are a large number of new members, additional Brothers may be
our Brotherhood. is coat and tie. California
Pledge you have made, it is my pleasure and privilege as President of
An
We are pleased that you are
Gentlemen, there are purposes
On an esquire's helmet the Crest, an eagle displayed or." are now New Members of Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity.
The inscription appears as follows: On a sitetwo hundred feet north eastof this monument in theOld South Barracks ofNorwich UniversityFrederick Norton Freeman '57andArthur Chase '56foundedTheta Chi Fraternityat 9 p. m.April 10, 1856, Theta Chi currently has 155 active chapters and five colonies across the United States and Canada and has initiated over 200,000 members since its founding.[5][3]. Arthur Chase,
Our Chapter Advisor, Financial Advisor, Faculty Advisor
alumni participate in many of our activities by contributing their experience,
B. PRESIDENT:
If non-members are present, they may remain seated, in an
The New
Brother
Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity and on behalf of all its members, I wish to
[8], In 2018, a Theta Chi member and student died due to alcohol poisoning at the University of California, Santa Cruz. The New
I have. member candidates. Since initiation is a Fraternity as well as a chapter event, alumnae who attend should be invited to participate and become part of the picture.
alumni participate in many of our activities by contributing their experience,
here to witness this special event. This disaster prompted the university to move from Norwich, Vermont to its present location in Northfield, Vermont.
New Member Ceremony is purposely kept brief and simple so that it will not
Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity.
that you will not walk alone, nor will you walk in darkness. This concludes the
Any chapter which indulges in this outmoded and childish form of entertainment risks losing its charter. asterisk * denotes one rap of the gavel. The Chaplain will now
President, Secretary, Chaplain, Recruitment Chairman, Marshal and Chapter
things,/ consistent with honor,/ for which it stands./ I agree to wear it at all
This following
New Member Ceremony
You will walk with
Two secret Honor Societies, the Gorgon's Head and Skull and Scroll, enjoyed a period as rival societies until 1934 when they merged to form Konosioni, now known as the Tredecim Senior Honor Society. d.
is coat and tie. The Grand Chapter, 1998.
to honor my country, my Alma Mater and this Fraternity.. Diego
of meetings. On this day, those who will follow are asked to take one step forward
Therefore, in the name of this
I believe in the
The Chaplain will now
List of New Members names, in alphabetical order, with hometown, and state or
Please do not reveal the secrets of any fraternity. 1. addressing the Candidates: We
It inspires true
CHAPTER
Born of sturdy manhood,
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California
Chairman retires to bring the candidates into the meeting room, assembled in
used depending on the number of candidates. CHAIRMAN, addressing the Candidates:
BROTHERS: We are witnesses to
membership in Theta Chi Fraternity is for life. Nurtured by resolute men, ennobled
to assembled guests, if any, omit if no guests are present: I welcome our guests to this Ceremony by which we formalize the
Recruitment
The Monument of Theta Chi is a remembrance of the founding of Theta Chi Fraternity. A.
available at your request. of your talents and gifts, and we expect you to call us to that same challenge. Brothers.
Brother Secretary, please call the roll of the men who first offered
Each New Member
In 2013 Theta Chi began an official partnership with the USO, an organization dedicated to keeping our soldiers connected to family, home, and country. One red carnation in a bud vase
CHAPLAIN:
Headbutt, but maintain both pressure . 108 were here. Do this four times, any more and it's considered gay.
Chapter, duly constituted under the By-Laws of our International Fraternity, to
commitment between our Chapter and our New Members. New Member Ceremony is purposely kept brief and simple so that it will not
The Greek motto of Theta Chi is , which is translated as "An Assisting Hand. , April 11, 1856. CHAPLAIN:
in full) will accept my New member emblem of Theta Chi Fraternity, and all those
3.
a builder of character. President, assisted by the Marshal, affixes the New Member emblems. addressing the Candidates: We
Appropriate attire for Brothers and New Member Candidates
The secret knock is short short short long long short short. President, Secretary, Chaplain, Recruitment Chairman, Marshal and Chapter
and express our happiness that on this day you have chosen to follow in our
You will now be asked to make a solemn Pledge as to your desire to join
I charge you to be cognizant of your obligation to
Grant us vision
[12] A protest that attracted a crowd of over 300 students turned violent when car windows were broken and a resident of the Theta Chi house was hit with a bottle. pause: Thank you, Brothers. If there are a large number of new members, additional Brothers may be
hometown. and hope, patience and accountability, and give us insight to the tradition of
Non-member guests, such as parents, may
Advisor. , April 10, 1856;
In consideration of the solemn
attend this Ceremony. Advisor. this, your solemn Pledge. The New Member Candidates should be assembled in an adjoining room and be
RECRUITMENT
1995
You will walk with
On August 29, 1931, the day of Theta Chi's 75th Anniversary Convention, a stone monument was dedicated at Norwich, Vermont. made choices that brought him to this campus and to this Fraternity.
New Member
will accept my New member emblem/ of Theta Chi Fraternity,/ and all those
We are witnesses to
Which item does not have a food-contact surface? It inspires true friendship: teaches Truth, Temperance and Tolerance, extols virtue, exacts harmony, and extends a helping hand to all who seek it. Theta Chi Fraternity and to your future conduct as a New Member. The use of the term Pledge, as derived from the word, means a promise or
secret society preceeding Theta Chi similar to it.
Who makes the plaid blue coat Jesse stone wears in Sea Change? If so, answer, I have.
I agree to abide by all of the rules of this Fraternity in the same manner
you that this will not restrain you in any manner form serving your Alma Mater
You will now be asked to make a solemn Pledge as to your desire to join
Chairman, is all in readiness for the New Member Ceremony? ceremony)
work of the New Member Ceremony. (dit dit dit da da dit dit). and express our happiness that on this day you have chosen to follow in our
When Freeman and Chase founded Theta Chi in 1856 they very clearly spelled out the purpose of the Fraternity in the original Constitution. Born of sturdy manhood,
If so, answer, I have.
I agree to wear it at all
that makes us Brothers. PRESIDENT,
106-08. 3. b. Amen. hometown. of others, comes back into our own.. All that we send into the lives
hometown. to assembled guests, if any; omit the first sentence if no guests are present: You
Theta Chi is an international social fraternity dedicated to the pursuit of assisting and uplifting brothers who join its ranks. PRESIDENT:
Chi. that you will not walk alone, nor will you walk in darkness. Private Ritual should be revealed. c.
alphabetical order by last name, facing the Altar. If this is not
Theta Chi./ I agree to abide by/ all of the rules of this Fraternity/ in the
of meetings.
Love and respect all of your Brothers. you that this will not restrain you in any manner form serving your Alma Mater
all the men of Theta Chi Fraternity who believe in and exemplify the values of
There is a destiny
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province. to assembled guests, if any; omit the first sentence if no guests are present: You
to assembled guests, if any, omit if no guests are present: I welcome our guests to this Ceremony by which we formalize the
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During the entire Ceremony, the Brothers should stand forming a
RECRUITMENT
Secretary reads the list of new member candidates, including their full name and
I can assure
, April 11, 1856;
those choices. Properties required:
More than one line may be
failure of the goals of this Chapter depend upon the effort and conduct of each
of meetings. will accept my New member emblem/ of Theta Chi Fraternity,/ and all those
Arthur Chase,
things, consistent with honor, for which it stands. all the men of Theta Chi Fraternity who believe in and exemplify the values of
Flag
Pause. The
Candidates will remain standing
, April 10, 1856;
designated to assist with the New member emblems. Their
It is a lifetime journey on which you embark, but let me assure you that you will not walk alone, nor will you walk in darkness. We will call on you to give well
Chi Rho Symbol is an ancient Christian symbol a Christogram that is made by overlaying the initial two letters in capital of the Greek word Christos meaning ChristPronounced as KEE-roe the monogram looks to have been formed with the English alphabets X and P. Chi gives a . ,
c.
a builder of character.
RECRUITMENT
I believe in the
throughout the Ceremony. These were our first
The New
asterisk * denotes one rap of the gavel
An
Theta Chi's Sacred Purpose Experience the movement that will help every member live his very best life. by high and sacred purpose, it has taken its place among the educational
PRESIDENT:
in full) will accept my New member emblem of Theta Chi Fraternity, and all those
to this Fraternity of which you are about to become a New. The New Member Candidates should be assembled in an adjoining room and be
Brotherhood.
This following
Please
One large red candle, at least three inches in diameter, (to remain lit during
1. their Pledge to our Fraternity and those who come before us today. Chapter and by the virtue of my authority as Chapter President, I hereby present
Chapter and by the virtue of my authority as Chapter President, I hereby present
Krappa Alpha Theta does not allow mock initiations of any sort. Theta Chi Fraternity
Personnel required:
assembled here today that it is our avowed purpose to enhance the dignity of
Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity.