2011 Sorority and Fraternity Information Guide

2011Sorority & Fraternity Information Guide

www.texasgreeks.comGreek, Leadership and Intercultural Education | Office of the Dean of Students | Division of Student Affairs

2 Sorority and Fraternity Information Guide | 2011

Table of Contents

Welcome from the Dean of Students ........................................................ 3

About Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education Staff .................................... 5

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education Programs .......................... 6

Go Greek! — Belonging to a Community .......................................................... 8

Community Service and Philanthropy ............................................................... 9

Family Guide to Greek Life ................................................................................... 10

Sorority and Fraternity Councils and Affiliates

Affiliate Program ....................................................................................... 11

Affiliate Sororities and Fraternities ............................................................... 11

Interfraternity Council (IFC) ..................................................................... 12

IFC Chapter Comparisons ................................................................................ 13

IFC Fraternities .............................................................................................. 13–15

Latino Pan-Hellenic Council (LPHC) ....................................................... 16

LPHC Sororities and Fraternities .................................................................... 17

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) ........................................................ 18

MGC Sororities and Fraternities ...................................................................... 19

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) .................................................. 20

NPHC Sororities and Fraternities ................................................................... 21

Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council (TAPC) .............................................. 22

TAPC Sororities and Fraternities .................................................................... 23

University Panhellenic Council (UPC) .................................................... 24

UPC Sororities ............................................................................................... 25–26

UPC Recruitment Information ....................................................................... 26

Important Information

Map of Sorority and Fraternity Houses ........................................................... 27

Sororities and Fraternities at UT Austin ......................................... Back cover

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3The University of Texas at Austin

Welcome from the Dean of Students

Each year I am honored to greet a new, extraordinary class of Longhorns.

Welcome! You are officially and forever connected to The University of

Texas at Austin and its community. As a Longhorn, you are expected to

strive for academic and personal excellence. As such, we encourage you

to get involved in the university’s vast array of research and student life

experiences, as well as the greater Austin community. One life changing

opportunity that can open countless doors is membership in one of our

exceptional Greek-letter organizations. The members of these amazing

organizations build community, making even the largest campus feel

like home.

Sororities and fraternities are much more than social organizations.

At their best, they create an environment of intellectual debate, ethical

decision-making, and dedication to service. Built into the foundation of

each organization is a set of principles that guides the character develop-

ment of its members. These principles include scholarship, perseverance,

economic development, international awareness, public service, educa-

tion and, most importantly, uplifting humanity.

UT Austin’s Greek-letter organizations contribute significantly to the

student experience and offer unique opportunities to make meaningful,

life-long connections to fellow members and to the institution. Feel free

to connect with the staff in Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education

(GLIE) or with members of the approximately 65 Greek-letter organiza-

tions. Please take the time to get to know members from each of the vari-

ous Greek councils and learn from their national and local perspectives.

As a Longhorn, you are called upon to grow and learn as students at this

great university. And yet one key to measuring success is determined by

the friendships you form. I ask you to consider Greek life and all its pos-

sibilities. Set high standards of conduct and make positive contributions

to your extended family, The University of Texas at Austin.

We Change People Who Change the World.

Hook ‘em,

Soncia Reagins-Lilly , Ed.D.

Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs

Dean of Students

DoS Central Administration ........................................ 512-471-5017 deanofstudents.utexas.edu/

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education ... 512-471-9700 www.texasgreeks.com

Legislative Student Organizations ........................... 512-471-3166 deanofstudents.utexas.edu/sg/

Legal Services for Students ......................................... 512-471-7796 deanofstudents.utexas.edu/lss/

New Student Services ................................................... 512-471-3304 www.utorientation.com

Student Activities ............................................................. 512-471-3065 deanofstudents.utexas.edu/sald/

Student Emergency Services ...................................... 512-471-5017 deanofstudents.utexas.edu/emergency/

Student Judicial Services ............................................. 512-471-2841 deanofstudents.utexas.edu/sjs/

The DoS Research Institute ......................................... 512-471-5017 deanofstudents.utexas.edu/dri/

Office Management ....................................................... 512-471-5017


History of GLIE

Greek-letter organizations have had a presence at UT Austin since the later 1800s. Greek Life and Education in the

Office of the Dean of Students was created in 1988 in response to a 1987 report by the Presidential Commission

on Fraternal Organizations. In 2008, the name was changed to Greek Life and Intercultural Education to reflect the

innovative initiatives and programs being coordinated by the area that specifically integrated intercultural educa-

tion efforts targeting both the sorority and fraternity community and the larger UT Austin community. In 2010, the

Leadership and Ethics Institute and Greek Life and Intercultural Education merged to form an area dedicated to

enhancing the organizational, leadership, and intercultural skills and experiences of all UT Austin students.

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education (GLIE) in the Office of the Dean of Students provides educational

programs and services in Greek Life, Leadership Development and Intercultural Education.

Greek Life provides programming and support to students who are members of sororities and fraternities, as

well as advising to the six governing Greek Councils — Interfraternity, Latino Pan-Hellenic, Multicultural, National

Pan-Hellenic, Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic and University Panhellenic Councils, as well as our Affiliate groups and Order

of Omega National Honor Society. Sororities and fraternities affiliated with Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Edu-

cation comprise 66 of the approximate 1,000 student organizations registered at the university. Over 5,200 students,

or 14%, of the undergraduate population at the university, are members of these Greek-letter organizations.

The Leadership and Ethics Institute (LEI) provides a centralized, comprehensive leadership-training program,

including both theoretical and practical ethical leadership development, for all enrolled undergraduate and

graduate students.

Intercultural Education facilitates a variety of opportunities for the campus community to learn about issues

related to diversity, social justice and inclusion at The University of Texas at Austin.

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education

Contact Us

Main GLIE Office Student Services Building (SSB) 4.400

Leadership and Ethics Institute (LEI) Student Activities Center (SAC) 3.104

Phone 512-471-9700

E-mail [email protected]

Meet the GLIE Team

Elizabeth Medina, Ph.D.Assistant Dean of Students

E-mail: [email protected]

Smita Ruzicka, Ph.D.Associate Director,

Affiliate Program Coordinator


Janelle Todd, M.B.A.Assistant Director,

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education, Leadership and Ethics Institute


Justin Brady M.Ed.Coordinator of Leadership Development

Leadership and Ethics Institute


Phil Butler, M.Ed.Coordinator of Greek Life, Interfraternity Council

and Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council Advisor


Jaden Felix, B.A.Coordinator of Greek Life, Latino Pan-Hellenic

Council, Multicultural Greek Council and National Pan-Hellenic Council Advisor


Kayla Ford, M.Ed.Coordinator of Leadership Development

Leadership and Ethics Institute


Marilyn Russell, M.A.Coordinator of Greek Life,

University Panhellenic Council Advisor


Maryrose CastilloAdministrative Associate



ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES

Greek Leadership Issues

An upper division elective taught through the Department of Educational

Psychology (EDP 369K), this 3-hour class is designed to facilitate the devel-

opment of leaders within UT Austin’s sorority and fraternity communities.

The course covers a number of issues relevant to leadership within the

Greek community, including but not limited to community-building, risk

management, social justice and community service.

Intergroup Dialogue

Offered through the Department of Educational Psychology, Intergroup

Dialogue (IGD) classes are available to all undergraduate students at UT

Austin. Three classes are offered to students interested in learning more

about issues related to diversity, social justice and intercultural education.

EDP 210: Intergroup Dialogue and EDP 369K: Training Processes in Intergroup

Dialogue carry the Cultural Diversity in the U.S. flag as part of UT Austin’s

core curriculum. All undergraduate students can sign up for these classes.

EDP 469K is a practicum offered to students who facilitate the EDP 210

Intergroup Dialogue course. Instructor approval is needed to enroll in

EDP 469K. For more information visit www.intergroupdialogue.com.

Socially Responsible and Ethical Leadership for Change

An upper division elective taught through the Department of Educational

Psychology (EDP 369K), this 3-hour class carries the Ethics and Leadership

flag and Writing flag as part of UT Austin’s core curriculum. It is designed

to develop student leaders by providing both theoretical and practi-

cal knowledge and skills necessary to develop greater self-knowledge

and leadership competence. Students explore their talents, values and

interests, strategies for providing effective leadership, and how to work

collaboratively as an ethical change agent within a community.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

The CHANGE Institute: Transforming Self and Community

Each fall semester, Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education hosts

The CHANGE Institute: Transforming Self and Community. Members of all

registered student organizations may apply. Selected participants attend

this transformative weekend institute, which focuses on critical issues

relating to diversity, social justice and social responsibility.

Greek 101

Each fall, new members of sorority and fraternity organizations are

required to attend Greek 101. The program includes information on risk

management, diversity, Greek history and current events, and offers new

members the opportunity to hear information that challenges them to

accept the responsibilities of being a member of our sorority and frater-

nity community.

Greek Leadership Retreat (GLR)

The annual Greek Leadership Retreat is a student-led program intended

to assist current and prospective Greek-letter organization officers

interested in developing and refining their leadership skills. Participants

from every chapter affiliated with GLIE attend and have the opportunity

to meet and work with other established and emerging leaders to help to

build community among chapters.

Leadership Education and Progress (LEAP)

LEAP is a first-year leadership development experience that allows

participants to interact with active student leader mentors and build a

foundation of ethical leadership practices. Mentors for the LEAP program

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have the opportunity to build a network of peers and serve as a resource

and mentor to a cohort of first-year students. Mentors are upper class and

graduate students at UT Austin who are interested in developing their

leadership skills while also helping others grow. LEAP is an eight-week

workshop series held both the fall and spring semesters.

The Leadership Series

The Leadership Series is a workshop series designed to develop both

individual student leaders as well as to provide resources for growth and

change for student organizations. The Leadership Series provides on-

going training and support to students as they develop their leadership

skills and gain insight into ethical decision-making. Leadership certifica-

tion is also available for participants who meet certification requirements.

Outreach Presentations

The Leadership and Ethics Institute (LEI) offers exciting and interactive

trainings on a variety of leadership topics for student organizations, de-

partments, and other groups on campus. These trainings are customized

to the needs of the audience and can be presented at an organization or

department’s meetings or retreats.

RECOGNITION PROGRAMS AND HONORARY ORGANIZATIONS

Evening of the Stars

Evening of the Stars is an annual celebration to recognize and honor

student leaders and student organizations for their accomplishments and

contributions made throughout the academic year. Swing Out Award (see

below) winners are announced for the first time and recipients of the The

Leadership Series are recognized at this event. Students, faculty and staff

are invited to join together in celebration.

GLIE Spotlight

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education honors students for their

exemplary community service, academic achievement and leadership

contributions to the UT Austin community. Students recognized for the

GLIE Spotlight may be from the sorority and fraternity community as well

as other students who have made a positive impact on the campus com-

munity through their contributions in the Leadership and Ethics Institute

as well as the Intergroup Dialogue program. Recipients are “spotlighted”

on the GLIE Web site.

Greek Awards

Greek Awards is an annual celebration co-hosted by GLIE and Order of

Omega to recognize and celebrate the outstanding contributions of

organizations and individual sorority and fraternity members for their aca-

demic, social, philanthropic, and community achievements and accom-

plishments in the sorority and fraternity community as well as the greater

Austin community. Individual and organizational awards are presented at

the annual Greek Awards ceremony each April.

Order of Omega

Order of Omega is a national honor society for members of sororities and

fraternities that annually recognizes outstanding sorority and fraternity

members for their academic achievements and contributions to their

campus communities.

Swing Out Awards

The Swing Out Awards are given by the University of Texas Leadership

and Ethics Institute (LEI) to student organizations that have demonstrated

excellence in leadership on campus. Organizations can apply to different

categories that best fit their student group. Award winners are recognized

at the Evening of the Stars ceremony each April.


Go Greek!Belonging to a Community

Benefits of Membership

UT Austin’s diverse sorority and fraternity community offers students outstanding opportu-

nities to get involved in the university and Austin community through campus leadership,

cultural awareness and academic success. While academics are the primary reason to attend

The University of Texas at Austin, sorority and fraternity members achieve the best possible

college experience through the proper balancing of academics, service and social activities.

Below are some of the many benefits of joining a sorority or fraternity.

Service/Philanthropy

One of the most important aspects of membership in a sorority or fraternity is giving back to

the community. Many organizations support charitable organizations at the national and lo-

cal levels by volunteering and donating money throughout the school year. Some organiza-

tions work with multiple non-profit organizations and local schools as a way of contributing

to the Austin community. Last year, the UT Austin sorority and fraternity community contrib-

uted over 150,000 hours of community service and raised nearly $300,000 through various

philanthropy and service opportunities.

Scholarship

Academics and learning are the most important aspects of college life, and sorority and

fraternity members recognize that the purpose of attending college is to receive a quality

education. Each organization places great emphasis on high scholastic standards and many

promote academic excellence through supervised study halls, incentive programs, study

skills/time-management workshops, or tutoring. The Greek community has also recognized

Adopt-A-School

American Cancer Society

American Red Cross

Austin Children’s Shelter

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Boys and Girls Club

Children’s Advocacy Center of Austin

Children’s Cancer Hospital

Children’s Miracle Network

Court Appointed Special Advocates

DeZavala Elementary School

Faith Home

Girl Scouts of America

Habitat For Humanity

Juvenile Diabetes

Longhorn Halloween

Make-A-Wish Foundation

National African American Tobacco

Education Network

National Bone Marrow Foundation

National Seat Belt Campaign

North American Food Drive

Orange Santa

Prostate Cancer Awareness Program

Race for the Cure of Breast Cancer

Reading is FUNdamental

Ronald McDonald House

SafePlace for Domestic Violence

Salvation Army

Saheli

Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Texas School for the Blind

UT Volunteer and Service Learning Center

Voices Against Violence

YMCA

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Educa-

tion sororities and fraternities have worked

closely with the following organizations:


The Greek Alphabet

scholastic achievement by awarding $54,000 in scholarships to UT Austin

students. All organizations have an expectation that new and initiated

members maintain a specified grade point average to remain in good

standing with the chapter.

Leadership

Greek life provides excellent opportunities to gain experience and knowl-

edge necessary for successful leadership. Each sorority and fraternity is

self-governing, relying on the special skills of its members for successful

management. Serving on the executive board or on a committee pro-

motes personal responsibility, decision-making and communication skills.

Members of sororities and fraternities also develop skills in many areas,

such as organizational leadership, delegation, goal setting, and time man-

agement. Campus involvement outside of the sorority or fraternity is also

important. Members of the UT Austin Greek community hold leadership

positions in organizations such as the African American Culture Commit-

tee, Texas Blazers, Hispanic Business Student Association, Orange Jackets,

Latino Leadership Council, Black Student Alliance, Student Government,

Student Volunteer Board and as Orientation Advisors.

Sisterhood/Brotherhood

One of the most unique benefits of joining a sorority or fraternity are the

bonds that are created between members. It is a great way to make this

large campus feel smaller along with contributing to a student’s experi-

ences at UT Austin. These friendships are developed through a variety of

outlets and opportunities to meet new people in social settings. While

these activities vary, depending on the chapter, examples include organi-

zation retreats, weekly meetings, and service events.

Councils and Affiliates

Affiliate Affiliate Group

IFC Interfraternity Council

LPHC Latino Pan-Hellenic Council

MGC Multicultural Greek Council

NPHC National Pan-Hellenic Council

TAPC Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council

UPC University Panhellenic Council

UT Greeks — A Diverse Community

We are proud of the fact that we have sororities and fraternities

which meet the diverse needs of our students. Take your time

to contemplate what the various sororities and fraternities have

to offer. Each organization is obligated to be honest about the

amount of time, effort and financial resources they expect from

new members. Ask questions, listen carefully to the responses,

and let us help you determine which organization will best al-

low you to flourish as both a member and as an individual.


requirements, as well as a minimum grade point average (GPA) require-

ment to remain a member in good standing. Individual organizations

and the Office of the Dean of Students recognize sorority and fraternity

members who excel scholastically.

Do you have any helpful hints for parents or guardians?

The following suggestions may help ease your student’s transition to both

UT Austin and the sorority/fraternity community.

t Take time to find out more about UT Austin’s sorority and fraternity

community and the chapter your students is interested in by visiting

www.texasgreeks.com as well as the organization’s national Web site.

t Be supportive of your student’s choice of a sorority or fraternity.

t Encourage your student to attend programs sponsored by Greek,

Leadership and Intercultural Education (GLIE) in the Office of the Dean

of Students.

t Ask for details about the financial responsibilities of membership.

Determine with your student who will pay and what limitations these

expenses may impose. For many organizations, one-time inter/national

dues are paid during the first year, so expect the first year to be the

most expensive.

t Know names and phone numbers of the organization president, new

member educator, big sister/big brother, organization advisor and

house director, if there is one.

t Initiation is an important time for the new initiates. Be supportive and

respectful of this time for your student.

t Expect to see many new t-shirts, photos and sorority/fraternity para-

phernalia.

t Encourage your student to be part of the university community, along

with their involvement in a sorority/fraternity, and to take advantage of

the many resources available on campus.

Going Greek at The University of Texas at Austin is an important decision

for your student, and one that we want you to be comfortable with as

well. The following information is intended to educate you on the sorority

and fraternity experience from a parent/guardian perspective.

Is It Greek to You?

Sororities and fraternities promote close bonds of sisterhood/brother-

hood, and members typically refer to fellow members as “sisters” or

“brothers.” Traditionally, most sororities and fraternities designate their

organization by using Greek letters, hence they are often referred to as

“Greek organizations,” “the Greek community” or simply “Greeks.” Every

sorority and fraternity has unique rituals and creeds that promote the

ideals of friendship, loyalty, academic achievement, intellectual develop-

ment, service to the community and the alma mater, honor and integrity,

leadership and personal responsibility.

Becoming a New Member

The new member period is designed to bring students closer to other

new members, active sisters and brothers, and familiarize them with the

organization’s history and goals. Some new member classes elect officers,

hold weekly meetings, organize study halls and plan activities.

Frequently Asked Questions for Parents and Families

How will joining a sorority or fraternity affect my student academically?

Your student’s academic success is important to the sorority and fraternity

community. The academic portion of the college experience is the great-

est determinant of future success. Employers look for students who have

achieved academic success along with their extracurricular involvement.

For this reason, all organizations have specific new member grade point

Family Guide to Greek Life at UT Austin

Recruitment/Rush/Intake

Recruitment/rush/intake is defined as any

sorority or fraternity activity that seeks

to add new members to a chapter. Some

Greek-letter organizations host recruitment

throughout the year, while others recruit

during a specified time period each semester

or year. Regardless of when it occurs, any

chapter activity that serves the purpose of

adding new members to the chapter consti-

tutes recruitment and must be in compliance

with organizational policies, institutional

rules and state laws. For more information

please refer to the council pages that follow.


Have a concern or question?

College students may encounter challenges throughout their time at

The University of Texas at Austin. The Office of the Dean of Students can

provide support and assistance during times of crisis. We encourage you

to contact us for help with finding the appropriate resource. Telephone

512-471-9700 or 512-471-5017, visit the Student Services Building (SSB),

100 West Dean Keeton Street, Suite 4.400 or visit Greek, Leadership and

Intercultural Education online at www.texasgreeks.com.

Appendix F (Prohibition of Hazing) in The University of Texas at Austin’s

Institutional Rules on Student Services and Activities and Texas state law

(V.T.C.A., Education Code 51.936 and 37.151 et seq.) provide complete

details regarding the hazing law. All activities must be consistent with the

university’s policies as indicated in Appendix C, Subchapter 16-100 of the

Institutional Rules on Student Services and Activities (registrar.utexas.edu/

docs/catalogs/gi/ut-catalog-gi1011.pdf).

Responsibility

Sororities and fraternities at The University of Texas at Austin are held to a

high standard and are governed by policies of the council in which they

hold membership, the policies of Greek, Leadership and Intercultural

Education and The University of Texas at Austin. The following Greek,

Leadership and Intercultural Education organizations are currently under

university discipline for policy violations:

2011–2012 Currently Disciplined/Pending Discipline Organizations

* Resolved via Mutual Agreement

Note: All disciplinary statuses are current as of February 2011 and are

subject to change. The most current list of disciplined organizations is

available online at deanofstudents.utexas.edu/doscentral/hazing_

memorandum.php.

Contact GLIE immediately at 512-471-9700 to report any suspected haz-

ing incident. You may also file a complaint at deanofstudents.utexas.

edu/glie/complaint.php.

Organization Violation Duration

alpha Kappa Delta Phi* HazingConditional registration is three (3) years (June 10, 2013).

Alpha Tau Omega* HazingConditional registration is two (2) years (May 13, 2012).

Beta Chi Theta* HazingConditional registration is one (1) year (Completed August 24, 2010).

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Hazing

Penalty issued November 10, 2009 (Suspend-ed through December 31, 2009; Probation for 18 months following reinstatement of chapter).

Delta Tau Delta* HazingConditional registration is two (2) years (September 9, 2012).

Kappa Alpha Order* HazingConditional registration is three (3) months (Completed December 31, 2010).

Kappa Phi Gamma Sorority, Inc.* Hazing Conditional registration is one (1) year (Completed May 12, 2009).

Omega Phi Gamma* Hazing Conditional registration is ongoing.

Phi Gamma Delta* Hazing Conditional registration is two (2) years (Completed July 15, 2010).

Phi Kappa PsiHazing

Penalty issued February 7, 2006 (Cancelled through February 6, 2007; Suspended through March 27, 2008; Probation through March 24, 2010).

Sigma Alpha Eplison* Hazing Conditional registration is five (5) years (April 7, 2013).

Sigma Chi* Hazing Conditional registration is two (2) years (Completed May 16, 2010).

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.* Hazing Conditional registration is one (1) year (Completed August 16, 2010).

Sigma Phi Epsilon* Hazing Conditional registration is two (2) years (September 1, 2012).

Zeta Beta Tau* HazingConditional registration is two (2) years (August 19, 2012).

Statement on HazingHazing is commonly defined as any action taken or situ-

ation created to produce mental or physical discomfort,

embarrassment, harassment or ridicule. The State of Texas

and The University of Texas at Austin have adopted anti-hazing

legislation or policies. The fact that a person consented or ac-

quiesced in a hazing activity is not a defense under the law. If

you are hazed you must, according to state law, report it to the

Office of the Dean of Students. Organizations that haze are not

worth your consideration and are dangerous.

All sororities and fraternities are based on values,

ethics and standards.

Individually, the organizations hold their members accountable

for their actions and behavior. On the system level, actions of the

councils are overseen by the judicial boards of their respective

governing board councils. Each year, the councils receive com-

plaints, review cases and deliver sanctions. For more informa-

tion about sanctions, browse the Resources and Policies section

of the Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education Web site at

www.texasgreeks.com.


Affiliate Program

Questions and Answers

Who is eligible for Affiliate Membership?

Affiliate membership is available to all single

sex, Greek-lettered social organizations on

campus, regardless of whether they have a

national governing body. If the group is not

national in scope, they must be before they

are eligible to petition a council. After being

granted Affiliate status, a chapter has access

to all the leadership development, scholar-

ship opportunities, risk management educa-

tion, and academic programming offered by

Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education.

What is the Affiliate Membership process like?

The affiliate membership program application

process primarily addresses the issues of risk

management, academics and membership.

It involves a written application as well as an

interview with GLIE staff. For more specific

information, please contact Greek, Leadership

and Intercultural Education at 512-471-9700

to set up a preliminary interview for your

chapter’s executive board.

What is Affiliate Membership?

Affiliate Membership targets two groups: fraternities and sororities who fit into

a current council structure and are waiting until they can petition a council, and

fraternities and sororities that don’t fit into a current structure but still want to

be a part of Greek, Leadership and Intercultural Education (GLIE).

Nickname: DLP • Colors: Green, Gold and White • National Web site: www.dlp.org • National Organization Founded:

Washington, DC, 1987 • UT Founded: Beta Rho Chapter, 2010 •

Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •Initiation after 9 weeks

Delta Lambda Phi Fraternity, Inc.

DLF

Nickname: Omegas or O Phi G • Colors: Black, Grey and White •

National Web site: www.omegaphigamma.com • National Organization Founded:

The University of Texas at Austin, 1995 • UT Founded 1995 •

Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •Initiation after : 8 weeks

Omega Phi Gamma

WFG

Nickname: DKD • Colors: Violet, Black, Silver •

National Web site: www.deltakappadelta.com • National Organization Founded: Texas A&M,

1999 • UT Founded: 2003 •Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •

Initiation after 8–10 weeks

Delta Kappa DeltaSorority, Inc.

DKDNickname: Beta Chi •

Colors: Black, White, Silver • National Web site: www.betachitheta.com • National Organization Founded: UCLA, 1999 •

UT Founded 2003 • Initiation Information: 2.25 GPA required •


Beta Chi Theta National Fraternity, Inc.

BCQ

Nickname: Fiota • Colors: Red, White, Navy Blue and Gold•

National Web site: www.phiota.org • National Organization Founded:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1931 • UT Founded 2007 •

Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required • Initiation after 8–12 weeks

Phi Iota Alpha Latino Fraternity

FIA


Interfraternity Council

How to Join

What is fraternity recruitment?

Recruitment is a mutual selection process by which members of a frater-

nity decide which men they would most like to join their fraternity.

At the same time, prospective members are deciding which fraternity

most interests them. There will be opportunities during summer orienta-

tion sessions to meet chapter representatives, and interested men are en-

couraged to check out the Greek Life Information sessions, the Greek Life

table at the summer orientation BBQ or the IFC Recruitment Information

Session. You can also register for recruitment at deanofstudents.utexas.

edu/glie/IFCrecruitment/.

What are the eligibility requirements?

Full-time enrollment at The University of Texas at Austin is required in

order to be eligible to participate in recruitment and join a fraternity. A

full-time student is one who is taking twelve credit hours per semester,

excluding correspondence courses and courses at other universities..


Brotherhood

Probably the most rewarding aspect of joining Greek life is experiencing

the brotherhood of a fraternity’s members. It provides the opportunity for

incoming students to immediately find a close-knit group of men who

are sure to become lifelong friends. At a school of 50,000+, fraternity life

allows its newest members to find their niche both on the UT campus

and in the Austin community.

Leadership and Character

Character is the quality that a man must possess to assume a place as a

respected, mature leader in his community and in his work. The fraternity

community presents a stage for individuals to develop the initiative, poise,

and responsibility that form the basis of character. As a member gains ex-

perience and gathers advice from the leaders of his fraternity, he can learn

from their success and develop strong leadership qualities of his own.

Academics

A common misconception is that joining a fraternity will take away

from classes and study time. In actuality, fraternities provide study halls,

big brother programs, and peer mentoring and tutoring in order to aid

new members in their scholastic efforts. The members of IFC organiza-

tions represent a broad array of majors, so a new member is sure to find

specialized help from within their fraternity. IFC fraternities have minimum

GPA requirements that new members must maintain in order to become

active members. Additionally, each fraternity is ranked by GPA semesterly,

providing friendly competition amongst IFC organizations to further

encourage academic excellence.

Philanthropy Within Community

IFC Fraternities actively strive for the betterment of the Austin community.

Organizations hold benefits for local charities, blood drives, food donation

drives, and also volunteer time in order to foster and instill good com-

munity values. Through charitable activities, members become aware of

the needs of those less fortunate than themselves and learn the meaning

of social responsibility.

Mission of the Council

The Interfraternity Council at The University of Texas at Austin, an

entity designed to address the needs of the member fraternities,

shall operate as a model organization whose sole purpose is to self

govern, to educate and to promote a true sense of community.

Chris FelicettaIFC President, 2011


GPA Fee forIFC Chapter Fall ’10 New Members

Acacia 2.338 $1,350

Alpha Epsilon Pi 3.361 $1,280

Alpha Tau Omega 2.911 $3,400

Chi Phi 3.027 $1,740

Delta Chi 4.0 $1,865

Delta Sigma Phi 2.819 $1,200

Delta Tau Delta 3.112 $4,000

Kappa Sigma 3.108 $4,250

Lambda Chi Alpha 3.234 $1,650

Phi Delta Theta 2.343 $2,300

Phi Gamma Delta 2.955 $4,900

Phi Kappa Psi 2.328 $3,600

Pi Kappa Alpha 3.131 $3,600

Pi Kappa Phi 3.006 $1,000

Sigma Alpha Epsilon 3.086 $5,000

Sigma Alpha Mu 3.433 $3,600

Sigma Chi 2.773 $2,000

Sigma Phi Epsilon 3.318 $4,300

Sigma Pi 2.166 $1,600

Tau Kappa Epsilon 3.069 $1,300

Zeta Beta Tau 3.097 $3,750

Zeta Psi 2.008 $800

Compare the Chapters

NOTE: Dollar amounts are per academic year. Costs may or may not include additional fees, i.e., social fees, meal plans, etc.

Campus Involvement

When a new member joins a fraternity, he immedi-

ately becomes part of an organization of diverse

individuals. He has the ability to forge lasting

relationships with members of his fraternity and

with other members of the Greek community.

The endless array of social occasions available to

the fraternity member provide opportunities to

meet and mix with men and women from other

organizations on campus. IFC fraternities also have

strong relationships with and enjoy the support of

vast alumni networks. This gives the future-mind-

ed member the chance to tap into an already-ex-

isting network of successful people who are ready

to assist in furthering a brother’s career.

Signature IFC Events

t Movember: During the month of November,

IFC men grow mustaches to raise money and

awareness about men’s health issues like pros-

tate cancer and testicular cancer. In 2010, over

160 men participated and raised nearly $9,000.

t IFC Open Annual Charity Golf Tourna-ment: In the spring, the IFC hosts a golf

tournament to raise funds for the Boys and Girls

Club of the Austin area and compete for the IFC

Open Cup. The IFC raised over $2,000 for the

cause in 2010.

Colors: Black and Gold • National Web site: www.acacia.org •

National Organization Founded: May 12, 1904 • UT Founded: 1916 •

Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required • Initiation after 8 weeks

Acacia

Acacia

Nickname: AEPi • Colors: Gold and Blue •

National Web site: www.aepi.org • National Organization Founded:

New York University, 1913 • UT Founded 1939, refounded 2003 •


Alpha Epsilon Pi

AΕΠ

Colors: Scarlet and Blue • National Web site: www.chiphi.org •

National Organization Founded: Princeton University, 1824 •

UT Founded: Nu Chapter, 1892 • Initiation Information: 3.0 GPA required •

Initiation after 7 weeks

Chi Phi

CFColors: Red and Buff •

National Web site: www.deltachi.com • National Organization Founded:

Cornell University, 1890 • UT Founded 1907 •


Delta Chi

DC

Nickname: A-T-O • Colors: Azure and Gold •

National Web site: www.ato.org • National Organization Founded: Virginia Military Institute, 1865 •

UT Founded: Gamma Eta Chapter, 1897 • Initiation Information: 2.25 GPA required •

Initiation after a semester

Alpha Tau Omega

ATW

Nickname: Delta-Sig • Colors: Nile Green and White •

National Web site: www.deltasigmaphi.org • National Organization Founded:

City College of New York, 1899 • UT Founded: Eta Chapter, 1907 •


Delta Sigma Phi

DΣF


Nickname: Pikes • Colors: Garnet and Gold •

National Web site: www.pka.com • National Organization Founded:

University of Virginia, 1868 • UT Founded: Beta Mu Chapter, 1920 •


Pi Kappa Alpha

ΠKA

Nickname: Phi-Delt • Colors: Argent and Azure •

National Web site: www.phideltatheta.org • National Organization Founded: Miami University, Ohio, 1848 •

UT Founded: Texas Beta, 1883 • Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •


Phi Delta Theta

FDQNickname: Fiji •

Colors: Royal Purple • National Web site: www.phigam.org •

National Organization Founded: Jefferson College, 1848 •

UT Founded: Tau Deuteron Chapter, 1883 • Initiation Information: 2.25 GPA required •


Phi Gamma Delta

Fiji

Nickname: K-A • Colors: Crimson and Old Gold •

National Web site: www.kappaalphaorder.org • National Organization Founded:

Washington College, 1865 • UT Founded: Omicron Chapter, 1883 •


Kappa Alpha Order

KA

Nickname: Phi-Psi • Colors: Cardinal Red and Hunter Green•

National Web site: www.phikappapsi.org • National Organization Founded:

Jefferson College, 1852 • UT Founded: Texas Alpha Chapter, 1904 •


Phi Kappa Psi

FKY

Nickname: Pi-Kapps • Colors: White and Gold •

National Web site: www.pikapp.org • National Organization Founded: College of Charleston, 1904 •

UT Founded: Zeta Theta, 1988 • Initiation Information: 2.75 GPA required •


Pi Kappa Phi

ΠKFNickname: S-A-E •

Colors: Royal Purple and Old Gold • National Web site: www.sae.org • National Organization Founded: University of Alabama, 1856 •

UT Founded: Texas Rho Chapter, 1882 • Initiation Information: 2.2 GPA •


Sigma Alpha Epsilon

ΣAΕNickname: Sammy •

Colors: Purple and White • National Web site: www.sam.org •

National Organization Founded: City College, New York, 1909 •

UT Founded: Sigma Theta Chapter, 1921 • Initiation Information: 2.0 GPA required •

Initiation the following semester

Sigma Alpha Mu

ΣAΜ

Nickname: Kappa Sig • Colors: Emerald Green and Scarlet Red •

National Web site: www.kappasigma.org • National Organization Founded:

University of Virginia, 1869 • UT Founded: Tau Chapter, 1884 •

Initiation Information: 2.0 GPA required • Initiation after one semester

Kappa Sigma

KΣ

Nickname: Lambda-Chi • Colors: Forest Green, Purple and Gold •

National Web site: www.lambdachi.org • National Organization Founded:

Boston University, 1909 • UT Founded: Alpha Mu Chapter, 1917 • Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •


Lambda Chi Alpha

LCA

Nickname: Delts • Colors: Purple, White and Gold •

National Web site: www.delts.org • National Organization Founded:

Bethany College, 1858 • UT Founded: Gamma Iota Chapter, 1904 • Initiation Information: 2.25 GPA required •

Initiation the following semester

Delta Tau Delta

DTD

IFC Fraternities


Nickname: Sig-Ep • Colors: Red and Purple •

National Web site: www.sigep.org • National Organization Founded: Richmond College, 1901 • UT Founded: Texas Alpha Chapter, 1930 •

Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required • Initiation the following semester • National fraternity

recommends initiation after 10 weeks

Sigma Phi Epsilon

ΣFΕColors: Lavender, White and Gold •

National Web site: www.sigmapi.org • National Organization Founded:

Vincennes University, 1897 • UT Founded: Gamma Theta Chapter, 1965 •


Sigma Pi

ΣΠColors: Blue and Old Gold •

National Web site: www.sigmachi.org • National Organization Founded:

Miami University, 1855 • UT Founded: , 1855 •


Sigma Chi

ΣC

Nickname: Teke • Colors: Cherry Red and Grey •

National Web site: www.tke.org • National Organization Founded:

Illinois Wesleyan University, 1899 • UT Founded: Gamma Upsilon Chapter, 1951 •


Tau Kappa Epsilon

TKΕNickname: Z-B-T •

Colors: Medium Blue and White with Gold Trim • National Web site: www.zbt.org • National Organization Founded:

December 28, 1898 • UT Founded: Lambda Chapter, 1920 •

Initiation after 72 hours

Zeta Beta Tau

ZBTNickname: Zetes •

Colors: White •National Website: www.zetapsi.org •

National Organization Founded: June1, 1847 •UT Founded: Iota Alpha Chapter, 1979 •Initiation Information: 2.0 GPA required •


Zeta Psi

ZY

IFC Fraternities

James Baker, Former U.S. Secretary of State

Phi Delta Theta

Lloyd Bentsen, Former U.S. Treasury Secretary

Sigma Nu

Walter Cronkite, Journalist, anchorman

Chi Phi

Lloyd Doggett, Democratic Congressman

representing the state of Texas

Lambda Chi Alpha

Tom Hicks, Owner of the Dallas Stars,

former UT Regent

Sigma Phi Epsilon

Scott McClellan, Former White House

Press Secretary

Sigma Phi Epsilon

Red McCombs, Businessman

Alpha Tau Omega

Matthew McConaughey, Actor

Delta Tau Delta

Rip Torn, Actor

Sigma Chi

Notable Texas IFC Alumni


How to Join

Each organization within LPHC has a process for becoming a member

and specific requirements for eligibility. Rush activities and informational

meetings are initial ways to become better acquainted with the LPHC

affiliated organizations. You should feel comfortable asking questions

about what the specific requirements and expectations are for each

organization that interests you. LPHC organizations do not have a formal

recruitment cycle.


LPHC organizations focus on a combination of leadership, culture, and

service programs that highlight the growing Latina/o presence on

campus. Becoming involved in a fraternal organization allows a member

to make a large campus smaller, connect with Brothers or Sisters with

similar values and goals, as well as, pursue interests and activities that are

Latino Pan-Hellenic Council


To unify Latina/o based fraternal organizations and to

increase awareness of, interest in, as well as strengthen

the Latina/o community (and culture?).

meaningful to you. Oftentimes, involvement in an organization appears

on your résumé and becomes specific talking points during internship

and employer interviews.

Campus Involvement

Members of LPHC organizations are involved in numerous organizations

across campus, including Student Government, Latino Leadership Coun-

cil, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and Orientation Advisors.

Signature Events

t Go Greek! t Stroll Off

t Latino Heritage Week

Nathan BunchLPHC President, 2010–2011


LPHC Sororities and Fraternities

Nickname: The Lambdas •Colors: Brown and White •

Local Web site: www.texaslambdas.com •National Organization Founded:

Kean College, 1975 •UT Chapter Founded:

Alpha Eta Chapter, 1997

Lambda Theta Phi Fraternity, Inc.

LQFNickname: K-D-Chi •

Colors: Pink and Maroon •Local Web site: www.texaskdchi.com •

National Organization Founded: Texas Tech, 1987 •

UT Chapter Founded: Pi Chapter, 1998

Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc..

KDCNickname: LTA •

Colors: Burgundy and Grey • National Web site: www.lambdalady.org •

National Organization Founded: Kean University, 1975 •

UT Chapter Founded: 2004

Lambda Theta Alpha Latina Sorority, Inc.

LQA

Nickname: O-D-Phi •Colors: Scarlet and Silver •

Local Web site: www.scarletknights.org •National Organization Founded:

Texas Tech, 1987 •UT Chapter Founded:

Chi Chapter, 1998

Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc.

WDF

Nickname: Lambda Betas • Colors: Purple and White •

Local Web site: www.texasbetas.org •National Organization Founded:

University of Iowa, 1986 •UT Chapter Founded:

Eta Alpha Chapter, 1996

Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc.

ΣLBNickname: Gammas •

Colors: Shocking Pink and Majestic Purple • Local Web site: www.texasgammas.org •

National Organization Founded: University of Iowa, 1990 •

UT Chapter Founded: Xi Chapter, 1995

Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc.

ΣLG

Nickname: SDL • Colors: Forest Green and Navy Blue •

Local Web site: studentorgs.utexas.edu/sdl/ •National Organization Founded: Texas State University, 1996 •

UT Chapter Founded: Beta Chapter, 1999

Sigma Delta Lambda

ΣDL


Multicultural Greek Council

How to Join

The organizations within MGC have unique procedures and requirements

for becoming a member. Tabling events and rush activities are hosted

around campus. You should plan on attending events to find out more

about the organizations and ask questions about specific requirements

and expectations. There is no formal recruitment cycle.


MGC organizations focus on leadership, community service, and multi-

cultural issues. The members of MGC organizations strive to celebrate the

diversity that members bring to each organization. Becoming involved in

a multicultural fraternal organization allows you to make a large campus

smaller, connect with Brothers or Sisters with similar values, and goals, as

well as, pursue interests and activities that are meaningful to you. Often,

having organization membership listed on your résumé can provide

interesting talking point during interviews with potential internship sites

and employers.

Campus Involvement

Filipino Students Association, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers,

and Advancement Through Education Program

Signature Events

t Multicultural Greek Week t Volunteer Weekend

t Dialogues on Diversity

Jared ApiladoMGC President, 2010–2011


To unite multicultural sororities and fraternities and create a sup-

portive and strong multicultural Greek community by promoting

success in higher education, increasing diversity and multicultural

awareness, and developing philanthropic activities.


Nickname: SKPhi • Colors: Royal Blue and Silver •

National Web site: sigmakappaphi.org • National Organization Founded:

The University of Texas at Austin, 2007 • UT Founded: 2007 •

Initiation Information: 2.25 GPA required • Initiation after 8–10 weeks

Sigma Kappa Phi Multicultural Fraternity, Inc.

ΣKFNickname: DAW •

Colors: White, Sky Blue, Navy Blue •National Web site: Under construction •

National Organization Founded: The University of Texas at Arlington, 2001 •

UT Founded: 2005 •Initiation after 8–10 weeks

Delta Alpha Omega Multicultural Fraternity, Inc.

DAW

Nickname: Theta Women • Colors: Lavender and Powder Blue •

National Web site: www.thetanuxi.org • National Organization Founded:

UNC-Chapel Hill, 1997 • UT Founded 2003 • Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •


Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Inc.

QNX

MGC Sororities and Fraternities

Nickname: Xi • Colors: Navy Blue, Forest Green and Yellow Gold • National Web site: www.xigammalambda.com •

National Organization Founded: The University of Texas at Austin, 1999 •

UT Founded: 1999 • Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •


Xi Gamma Lambda Multicultural Sorority Inc.

XGLNickname: Z Chi’s •

Colors: Peach and Black • National Web site: www.zetasigmachi.com •

National Organization Founded: Northern Illinois University, 1991 •

UT Founded 2003 • Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •


Zeta Sigma Chi Multicultural Sorority, Inc.

ZΣC

Nickname: Sig-Rho • Colors: Red, Black and Green •

National Web site: www.sigmabetarho.com • National Organization Founded:

1996, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA • UT Founded: 2009 •

Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required

Sigma Beta Rho Fraternity, Inc.

ΣBR


National Pan-Hellenic Council

How to Join

NPHC organizations have set criteria and expectations. While there is no

formal recruitment cycle, each organization does hold tabling events and

activities that encourage interested community members to outreach to

an organization of their choice. If interested, you should attend necessary

events and communicate with a member of the organization directly.


NPHC organizations focus on leadership, community service, and aware-

ness within the African American community. Becoming involved in a

fraternal organization allows you to make a large campus smaller, connect

with Brothers or Sisters with similar values, and goals, and pursue interests

and activities that are meaningful to you. Listing organization member-

ship on your résumé can often provide opportunities to talk about your

interests and achievements during interviews with potential internship

sites and employers.

Campus Involvement

African American Culture Committee, National Association of Black Ac-

countants, Student Government, Orange Jackets, and Student African

American Brotherhood.

Signature Events

t NPHC Week t Austin Service Day

t Go Greek: A Panel Discussion

Lebon JamesNPHC President, 2010–2011


With unanimity of purpose, principle and interest within the Black

community, NPHC’s collective interest reflect a duty toward both

racial uplift and African-American solidarity upon which NPHC and

indeed all of the organizations were founded.


Nickname: Alphas •Colors: Black and Old Gold •

National Web site: www.alphaphialpha.net • National Organization Founded:

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 1906 •UT Chapter Founded:

1960, Epsilon Iota Chapter

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

AFANickname: A-K-As •

Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green •National Web site: www.aka1908.com •

National Organization Founded: Howard University, Washington D.C., 1908 •

UT Chapter Founded: Delta Xi Chapter, 1959

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

AKANickname: Deltas •

Colors: Crimson and Cream •National Web site: www.DeltaSigmaTheta.org •


UT Chapter Founded: Epsilon Beta, 1960

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

DΣQ

NPHC Sororities and Fraternities

Nickname: Omegas •Colors: Royal Purple and Old Gold •

National Web site: www.omegapsiphifraternity.org •


UT Chapter Founded: Eta Theta, 1973

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

WYFNickname: Zetas •

Colors: Royal Blue and White •National Web site: www.zphib1920.org •

National Organization Founded: Howard University, Washington, D.C., 1920 •

UT Chapter Founded: Omicron Theta, 1976

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

ZFB

Many prominent politicians, artists, leaders and

entertainers have been members of historically

African American sororities and fraternities:

Rosa Parks, Civil Rights Leader

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Bill Cosby, Entertainer

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Barbara Jordan, Politician

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Martin Luther King, Jr., Civil Rights Leader

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Zora Neale Hurston, Novelist, Folklorist

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Johnnie Cochran, Attorney

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Hattie McDaniel, Actress,

Academy Award Winner

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

A Legacy of Achievement

Nickname: Kappas •Colors: Crimson and Cream •

National Web site: www.kappaalphapsi1911.com •National Organization Founded:

Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, 1911 •UT Chapter Founded:

Iota Delta Chapter, 1977

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

KAY


Jackie LeeTAPC President, 2010–2011

Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council

How to Join

Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council recruitment takes place in both the fall

and spring semesters. During the second week of school each semester,

TAPC organizations hand out fliers on the West mall and in Jester resi-

dence hall to interested recruits. The recruitment period lasts the entire

week and is intended to simulate the experience of being a member of a

TAPC organization. The week may include a service project, mixer, and sis-

terhood or brotherhood event. Any full-time UT Austin student is eligible

to participate. Potential new members must submit applications and be

interviewed in order to receive a bid.


Joining an Asian interest organization allows Asian Americans the oppor-

tunity to build strong relationships with each other through sisterhood

and brotherhood. The sorority or fraternity is not only a support system,

but it also provides Asian Americans with opportunities to serve the

community, develop leadership skills and strengthen academics. Each of

the organizations that are part of TAPC has different goals and visions, so

there are a variety of organizations to choose from. Each organization is

committed to supporting and empowering Asian Americans so no matter

which organization you choose, you will definitely feel like you have a

family away from home in TAPC.

Campus Involvement

The Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council is also committed to serving the

community. The council sponsors one service project per semester.

Recent projects include working with SAHELI and the Center for Asian

American Studies. In addition to council-sponsored projects, each

organization sponsors a week devoted to its own philanthropic cause.

Signature Events

t Greek Sneak Peak: Held at the beginning of the fall and spring

semesters, this event offers students who are thinking about joining

a TAPC organization the opportunity to learn more about all the TAPC

sororities and fraternities.

t “ACE” or Asian Cultural Expo: This signature event is a week of

activities dedicated to educating the community on various topics

and to celebrating Asian American culture.


The Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council shall promote positive relations

among the Asian-American organizations as well as Asian-American

awareness within the campus community, while instilling the values

of leadership, scholarship, and service within strong Asian Americans.

Jackie LeeTAPC President, 2010–2011


TAPC Sororities and Fraternities

Nickname: K-D-Phi • Colors: Purple and White •

National Web site: www.akdphi.org • National Organization Founded:

University of California Berkeley, 1990 • UT Chapter founded: Eta, 1993 •


alpha Kappa Delta Phi Sorority, Inc.

αKDFNickname: B-K-G •

Colors: Blue, Black, Yellow • National Web site: www.betakappagamma.org •

National Organization Founded: The University of Texas at Austin, 1999 • Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •


Beta Kappa Gamma Fraternity, Inc.

BKG

Nickname: K-Phi-G • Colors: Green, Black and White •

National Web site: www.kappaphigamma.org • National Organization Founded:

University of Texas, 1998 • UT Chapter founded: Alpha, 1998 •


Kappa Phi Gamma Sorority, Inc.

KFGNickname: Sigmas •

Colors: Kelly Green and Maize Yellow • National Web site: www.sigmaphiomega.com •

National Organization Founded: University of Southern California, 1949 • UT Chapter founded: Gamma, 1991 •


Sigma Phi Omega Sorority, Inc.

ΣFW

Nickname: G-B • Colors: Tenné and Azure •

National Web site: www.gammabeta.com • National Organization Founded: The University of

Texas at Austin, 2000 • UT Founded: 2000 •Initiation Information: 2.25 GPA required •


Gamma Beta Fraternity, Inc.

GB

Nickname: Kappas or KPL • Colors: Red, White and Heather Gray •

National Web site: www.kappaphilambda.org • National Organization Founded: Binghamton University, 1995 •

UT Founded: 2009 •Initiation Information: 2.5 GPA required •


Kappa Phi LambdaSorority, Inc.

KFL


University Panhellenic Council

Lindsey SilberUPC President, 2010–2011

How to Join

Panhellenic Formal Recruitment occurs the week before classes begin

each fall semester. After registering online in the summer and working

on your recommendation letters, you will have the opportunity to attend

events at each of the Panhellenic chapter houses. Throughout the week,

by a process of mutual selection, both chapters and potential new mem-

bers will narrow their choices. While you might not get your top choice,

all of our UT Austin chapters have something to offer and potential new

members are strongly encouraged to keep an open mind. A majority of

women obtain membership through this process; however qualifying

chapters may also have opportunities to join outside of this time period

and throughout the year.

Who is eligible for recruitment?

A woman is eligible to participate in recruitment and join a sorority if:

t She is enrolled at The University of Texas at Austin as a full-time stu-

dent. A full-time student is defined as one who is taking twelve credit

hours per semester, excluding correspondence courses and courses at

other universities.

t She must not be an initiated member of any National Panhellenic

Conference sorority.

Helpful Information

To register for UPC recruitment, learn more about recommendation letters

or the costs associated with membership, please use your smartphone to

scan the QR code above or visit texaspanhellenic.org/recruitment.htm.


Leadership

t The largest all-women’s undergraduate organization at The University

of Texas at Austin with over 2,400 members

t Over 200 leadership opportunities available within the UPC community

t Both chapters and council recognized locally, regionally, and nationally

for excellence in programming

Scholarship

t 3.34 All Panhellenic GPA for Fall 2010

t 3.28 All University GPA for Fall 2010

t Over 77% of Panhellenic women have a GPA of 3.0 or higher

t Awarded $20,000 in scholarship money to members of the community

in 2010

Service

t All UPC sororities support both local and national philanthropic causes

t Over $225,000 in philanthropic contributions each year

t Over 350 members participated on the Race for the Cure team, raising

approximately $3000 in the Fall of 2010

t Panhellenic women participate in thousands of service hours each year

Sisterhood

t Find your home away from home with your sorority membership

t Make lifelong connections and friendships which will make your UT

Austin experience unforgettable.


The University Panhellenic Council (UPC) governs the fourteen National Panhellenic Conference affili-

ated sororities at The University of Texas at Austin. UPC promotes sorority life by encouraging leader-

ship, high academic achievement, philanthropic and community service efforts, as well as lasting

bonds of sisterhood. The University Panhellenic Council serves as a forum for discussing issues facing

collegiate women and the entire Greek community, and promotes equality among its membership.


UPC Sororities

Nicknames: A-Chi-O, Alpha Chi • National Web site: www.alphachiomega.org • Local Web site:

www.texasachio.com • National Organization Founded: October 15, 1885, DePauw University, Indiana •

UT Chapter Founded: Alpha Phi, 1924 • Mascot: Koala Bear • Flower/Symbol: Scarlet Carnation/Lyre •

Colors: Scarlet and Olive Green •Motto: Together let us seek the heights • Philanthropy: The Fight Against Domes-

tic Violence • New Member Program: 8 weeks

Alpha Chi Omega

ACW

Nickname: A-Phi • National Web site: www. alphaphi.org • Local Web site: www.utalphaphi.org • National Organization Founded: October 10, 1872,

Syracuse University, New York • UT Chapter Founded: Omega Chapter, 1920 • Mascot: Teddy Bear •

Flower/Symbol: Forget-Me-Not/Ivy Leaf • Colors: Silver and Bordeaux • Motto: Union hand in hand •

Philanthropy: Cardiac Care for Women • New Member Program: 6 weeks

Alpha Phi

AF

Nickname: A-D-Pi • National Web site: www.alphadeltapi.org • Local Web site:

www.texasadpi.com • National Organization Founded: May 15, 1851, Wesleyan Female College,

Georgia • UT Chapter Founded: Delta, 1906 • Mascot: Lion • Flower/Symbol: Woodland Violet/Diamond •

Colors: Azure Blue and White • Motto: We live for each other • Philanthropy: The Ronald McDonald House •

New Member Program: 6 weeks

Alpha Delta Pi

ADΠ

Nickname: A-Xi-D, Alpha Xi • National Web site: www.alphaxidelta.org • Local Web site: www.utexas.alphaxidelta.org •National Organization Founded:

April 17, 1893, Lombard University, Illinois • UT Chapter Founded: Beta Alpha, 1929 • Mascot: Teddy Bear • Flower/Symbol: Pink Rose/Quill • Colors: Light Blue,

Dark Blue and Gold • Motto: Inspiring women to realize their potential • Philanthropy: Autism Speaks •

New Member Program: 6–8 weeks

Alpha Xi Delta

AXD

Nickname: A-E-Phi, Phi • National Web site: www.aephi.org • Local Web site: www.texasphi.org • National Organization Founded: October 24, 1909, Barnard College, New York • UT Chapter Founded:

Omega, 1925 • Mascot: Giraffe • Flower/Symbol: Lily of the Valley/Pearl • Colors: Green and White • Motto: Multa corda una causa • The Eliza-

beth Glazer Pediatric AIDS Foundation • New Member Program: 8 weeks

Alpha Epsilon Phi

AΕF

Nickname: Chi-O • National Web site: www.chiomega.com • Local Web site: www.texaschiomega.com •

National Organization Founded: April 5, 1895, University of Arkansas • UT Chapter Founded: Iota, 1905 • Mascot: Owl • Flower/Symbol: White Carnation •

Colors: Cardinal and Straw • Motto: ...That she may be a symphony of high purpose and helpfulness in which there

is no discordant note. • Philanthropy: Make a Wish Foundation • New Member Program: 10 weeks

Chi Omega

CW

Campus Involvement

Every UPC sorority encourages their members to be involved in organiza-

tions outside of the sorority. Often, UPC women not only belong to these

organizations, but many hold leadership positions. Panhellenic women

are involved in Student Government, Orange Jackets, Texas Spirits, UT

Women’s Volleyball, Mortar Board, Phi Beta Kappa, UT Women’s Soccer

and Track, Texas Pom and Cheer, 40 Acres Fest, Student Volunteer Board,

Texas Union, Order of Omega, along with many more organizations and

activities!

Signature Events

t Race for the Cure: UPC coordinates a Panhellenic team to volunteer

and run in the race each fall.

t Educational Speakers: Each semester, UPC offers an educational

speaker to cover various topics relevant to college students. Some

examples include Travel Safety Tips with Beth Holloway, Bright Pink with

Lindsey Avner and Buy In or Get Out! with David Stollman.

t Perfect Party: Each fall the council hosts this risk management

educational event for chapter social chairs, presidents and risk manage-

ment/standards officers.

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Sigma Delta Tau Zeta Tau Alpha UPC 2011 Recruitment ScheduleWednesday, August 17Convocation I ........... Hogg Auditorium, 7 p.m. (Mandatory)

Thursday, August 18Open House ............... 9 a.m.–7 p.m. (13 events)Convocation II .......... 6 p.m.

Friday, August 19Convocation III ........ 3 p.m.Philanthropy Day ... 4:30–9:10 p.m. (up to 5 events)

Saturday, August 20Philanthropy Day ... 9 a.m.–1:40 p.m. (up to 5 events)Convocation IV ........ 10 a.m.

Sunday, August 21Convocation V .......... 3 p.m.Skit Night .................... 4–9:45 p.m. (up to 6 events)Convocation VI ......... 6 p.m.

Monday, August 22Convocation VII ....... 4 p.m.Preference Night .... 5:30–10:30 p.m. (up to 3 events)Preferential Convocation ........... 6 p.m.

Tuesday, August 23Bid Day Convocation ............. Hogg Auditorium, 5 p.m.

Nickname: S-D-T, Sig Delt • National Web site: www.sigmadeltatau.com •Local Web site: www.texassigdelt.com • National Organization Founded: March 25, 1917, Cornell University, New York • UT Chapter Founded:

Tau, 1939 • Mascot: Teddy Bear • Flower/Symbol: Golden Tea Rose/Torch • Colors: Café au Lait and Old Blue • Motto: Patriae multae spes una (One hope of many

people) • Philanthropy: Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA) • New Member Program: 6 weeks

ΣDTNickname: Zeta • National Web site: www.

zetataualpha.org • Local Web site: www.texaszta.net • National Organization Founded: October 15, 1898, Longwood College, Virginia • UT Chapter Founded: Kappa, 1906 • Flower/Symbol: White Violet/Crown,

Strawberry • Mascot: Bunny • Colors: Turquoise Blue and Steel Gray • Motto: Seek the Noblest •

Philanthropy: Breast Cancer Education and Awareness • New Member Program: 8 weeks

ZTA

Nickname: Tri-Delta • National Web site: www.tridelta.org • Local Web site: www.

texastrideltas.com • National Organization Founded: November 27, 1888, Boston College, Massachusetts • UT Chapter Founded: Theta Zeta, 1912 • Mascot:

Dolphin • Flower/Symbol: Pansy/Trident, Delta Pearl • Colors: Silver, Gold, Cerulean Blue • Motto: Let us stead-fastly love one another • Philanthropy: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital • New Member Program: 8 weeks

Delta Delta Delta

DDD

Nickname: K-D • National Web site: www.kappadelta.org • Local Web site:

texaskappadelta.org • National Organization Founded: October 23, 1897, Longwood University, Virginia •

UT Chapter Founded: Sigma Epsilon, 1921 • Mascot: Teddy Bear, Katydid • Flower/Symbol: White Rose/ Dagger, Shamrock, Pearls • Colors: Olive Green and

Pearl White • Philanthropy: Prevent Child Abuse America • New Member Program: 6 weeks

Kappa Delta

KD

Nickname: D-G • National Web site: www.deltagamma.org •Local Web site: www.

utdeltagamma.com • National Organization Founded: December 25, 1873, Lewis School, Mississippi •

UT Chapter Founded: Beta Eta, 1939 • Mascot: Hannah (Raggedy Ann) • Flower/Symbol: Cream-colored Rose/Anchor • Colors: Bronze, Pink and Blue • Motto: Do

good • Philanthropy: Texas School for the Blind • New Member Program: 8 weeks

Delta Gamma

DG

Nickname: Kappa • National Web site: www.kappakappagamma.org • Local Web site:

chapters.kappakappagamma.org/betaxi/ • National Organization Founded: October 15, 1870, Monmouth College, Illinois • UT Chapter Founded:

Beta Xi, 1902 • Mascot: Owl • Flower/Symbol: Fleur-de-lis Iris/Key • Colors: Light Blue and Dark Blue •

Philanthropy: Reading Is Fundamental • New Member Program: 6 weeks

Kappa Kappa Gamma

KKG

Nickname: Theta •National Web site: www.kappaalphatheta.org •

Local Web site: www.texastheta.org • National Organization Founded: January 27, 1870,

DePauw University, Indiana • UT Chapter Founded: Alpha Theta, 1904 • Mascot: Cat • Flower/Symbol: Pansy/Kite • Colors: Black and Gold • Philan-thropy: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) •

New Member Program: 6 weeks

Kappa Alpha Theta

KAQ

Nickname: Pi-Phi • National Web site: www.pibetaphi.org •

Local Web site: www.pibetaphi.org/utexas/ • National Organization Founded: April 28, 1867,

Monmouth College, Illinois • UT Chapter Founded: Texas Alpha, 1902 • Mascot: Angel • Flower/Symbol:

Wine Carnation/Arrow • Colors: Wine and Silver Blue • Philanthropy: Links to Literacy • New Member Program: 8 weeks

Pi Beta Phi

ΠBF


Some sororities and fraternities own or rent property. These organizations can be found at the following addresses:

αKDF ......alpha Kappa Delta Phi: 2822 Rio Grande Street

ACW .........Alpha Chi Omega: 2420 Nueces Street

ADΠ .........Alpha Delta Pi: 2620 Rio Grande Street

AΕF..........Alpha Epsilon Phi: 2500 Rio Grande Street

αKDF ......alpha Kappa Delta Phi: 810 East 30th Street

AF .............Alpha Phi: 2005 University Avenue

AXD ..........Alpha Xi Delta: 2508 Rio Grande Street

CW .............Chi Omega: 2711 Rio Grande Street

DDD ...........Delta Delta Delta: 503 West 27th Street

DG ...............Delta Gamma: 2419 Rio Grande Street

KAQ .........Kappa Alpha Theta: 2401 Pearl Street

KD ..............Kappa Delta: 2315 Nueces Street

KKG ..........Kappa Kappa Gamma: 2001 University Avenue

ΠBF .........Pi Beta Phi: 2300 San Antonio Street

ΣFW .........Sigma Phi Omega: 2829 Salado Street

ZTA ..........Zeta Tau Alpha: 2711 Nueces Street

Acacia ......Acacia: 2614 Rio Grande Street

AΕΠ .........Alpha Epsilon Pi: 2807 Rio Grande Street

ATW .........Alpha Tau Omega: 2317 Shoal Creek Boulevard

BCQ .........Beta Chi Theta: 2305 Leon Street

BKG ..........Beta Kappa Gamma: 2102 Rio Grande Street

DC ..............Delta Chi: 910 Poplar Street

DΣF ..........Delta Sigma Phi: 706 West 26th Street, Number 4

DTD ...........Delta Tau Delta: 2801 San Jacinto Street

GB ..............Gamma Beta: 800 West 26th Street

KΣ ..............Kappa Sigma: 1002 West 26th Street

LCA .........Lambda Chi Alpha: 715 Graham Place

Fiji ..............Phi Gamma Delta: 300 West 27th Street

ΠKA .........Pi Kappa Alpha: 2400 Leon Street

ΠKF .........Pi Kappa Phi: 1008 West 25th ½ Street

ΣAΕ...........Sigma Alpha Epsilon: 2414 Pearl Street

ΣAΜ .........Sigma Alpha Mu: 2501 Leon Street

ΣC ..............Sigma Chi: 2701 Nueces Street

ΣFΕ ..........Sigma Phi Epsilon: 2500 Pearl Street

ΣΠ ..............Sigma Pi: 1908 San Gabriel Street

TKΕ ..........Tau Kappa Epsilon: 2525 Nueces Street

ZBT ...........Zeta Beta Tau: 710 West 28th Street

ZY .............Zeta Psi: 2806 Nueces Street

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Go Greek!UT Austin FraternitiesAcacia ..Acacia (IFC)

AΕΠ .....Alpha Epsilon Pi (IFC)

ATW .....Alpha Tau Omega (IFC)

AFA .....Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (NPHC)

BCQ .....Beta Chi Theta National Fraternity, Inc. (Affiliate)

BKG ......Beta Kappa Gamma Fraternity, Inc. (TAPC)

BQΠ .....Beta Theta Pi (IFC)

CF .........Chi Phi (IFC)

DAW ......Delta Alpha Omega Multicultural Fraternity, Inc. (MGC)

DC ..........Delta Chi (IFC)

DLF ......Delta Lambda Phi (Affiliate)

DΣF ......Delta Sigma Phi (IFC)

DTD .......Delta Tau Delta (IFC)

GB ..........Gamma Beta Fraternity, Inc. (TAPC)

KAY .....Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (NPHC)

KΣ ..........Kappa Sigma (IFC)

LCA ..... Lambda Chi Alpha (IFC)

LQF ..... Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. (LPHC)

WDF .....Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc. (LPHC)

WFG .....Omega Phi Gamma (Affiliate)

WYF ....Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (NPHC)

Fiji ..........Phi Gamma Delta (IFC)

FDQ .....Phi Delta Theta (IFC)

FIA .......Phi Iota Alpha Latino Fraternity (Affiliate)

FKY ....Phi Kappa Psi (IFC)

ΠKA .....Pi Kappa Alpha (IFC)

ΠKF .....Pi Kappa Phi (IFC)

ΣAΕ....... Sigma Alpha Epsilon (IFC)

ΣAΜ ..... Sigma Alpha Mu (IFC)

ΣBR ....... Sigma Beta Rho Fraternity (MGC)

ΣC .......... Sigma Chi (IFC)

ΣKF ......Sigma Kappa Phi Multicultural Fraternity, Inc. (MGC)

ΣLB .......Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc. (LPHC)

ΣFΕ ...... Sigma Phi Epsilon (IFC)

ΣΠ .......... Sigma Pi (IFC)

TKΕ ...... Tau Kappa Epsilon (IFC)

ZBT .......Zeta Beta Tau (IFC)

ZY .........Zeta Psi (IFC)

UT Austin Sororities ACW .....Alpha Chi Omega (UPC)

ADΠ .....Alpha Delta Pi (UPC)

AΕF......Alpha Epsilon Phi (UPC)

AKA .....Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (NPHC)

αKDF .. alpha Kappa Delta Phi Sorority, Inc. (TAPC)

AF .........Alpha Phi (UPC)

AXD ......Alpha Xi Delta (UPC)

CW .........Chi Omega (UPC)

CYΣ .....Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. (Affiliate)

DDD .......Delta Delta Delta (UPC)

DG ...........Delta Gamma (UPC)

DKD ......Delta Kappa Delta Sorority, Inc. (Affiliate)

DΣQ ......Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (NPHC)

KAQ .....Kappa Alpha Theta (UPC)

KD ..........Kappa Delta (UPC)

KDC ......Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. (LPHC)

KKG ......Kappa Kappa Gamma (UPC)

KFG......Kappa Phi Gamma Sorority, Inc. (TAPC)

KFL .....Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. (TAPC)

LQA ..... Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. (LPHC)

ΠBF .....Pi Beta Phi (UPC)

ΣDL ....... Sigma Delta Lambda Sorority, Inc. (LPHC)

ΣDT ....... Sigma Delta Tau (UPC)

ΣLG ....... Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. (LPHC)

ΣFW ..... Sigma Phi Omega Sorority, Inc. (TAPC)

QNX ..... Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Inc. (MGC)

XGL ......Xi Gamma Lambda Multicultural Sorority (MGC)

ZFB ......Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (NPHC)

ZΣC.......Zeta Sigma Chi Multicultural Sorority, Inc. (MGC)

ZTA ......Zeta Tau Alpha (UPC)

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