FRATERNITY & SORORITY RECRUITMENT GUIDE Joining a fraternity or sorority at USC opens the doors to limitless opportunities and lifelong friendships. The USC greek community enhances your personal growth and individuality while linking you to a sisterhood or brotherhood that shares your goals and values. As the largest greek community on the west coast, USC fraternities and sororities will offer you an unforgettable college experience! Academics USC greeks are driven to succeed in the classroom. In fact, the overall greek GPA is consistently higher than the all-university GPA. To ensure academic growth, each chapter has its own faculty academic advisor, peer mentoring program, and workshops on time management, study habits, and career planning. Leadership The greek community is the ideal place for students to develop their leadership skills. Perhaps that’s why 85% of the student leaders on some 730 campuses nationwide are involved in fraternities and sororities. At USC, each chapter offers a wide range of in-house leadership positions as well as leadership retreats, guest lecturers, and scholarships. Dear USC Student, Dear USC student, I invite you to explore one of our nation’s most enduring and proud collegiate traditions: fraternity and sorority membership. USC’s greek-letter student organizations are among the finest in the nation, with members who are recognized for their excellent scholarship and service. These young women and men are campus leaders, and they contribute tremendously to our community through fundraising events and volunteer work. USC’s fraternities and sororities foster the Trojan Family’s core values. Membership in a greek organization can enhance your educational experience at USC and complement the learning you do in our classrooms. It places you among the university’s most dedicated and ambitious students. Membership also leads to lifelong friendships and professional contacts, ones that will remain strong decades down the road. I hope you enjoy this fall’s rush, and I wish you every success at USC. Go Trojans! Yours truly, C. L. Max nikias President University of Southern California Community Service Over the past year, USC greeks have raised almost $200,000 for various charities and given almost 29,000 hours of service to 90 different projects. At USC, fraternities and sororities host annual fundraising events for non-proﬁt organizations and coordinate volunteer work in the local community, like our Greek Service Day beach cleanup held in Long Beach, CA. Songfest is another USC tradition, since 1957, in which different student groups pair together and perform musical skits to raise money for USC’s Troy Camp. Participation in Songfest is a greek highlight during the spring semester, when fraternities and sororities pair together to participate in this popular event. Friendship One of the greatest advantages of greek life is the sisterhood or brotherhood that links you with the other members of your chapter. These lifelong friendships create numerous opportunities for networking and social interaction. diversity Greeks value diversity and hold events to increase cultural pride and awareness. Membership in our chapters represents many dimensions of diversity. athletics Greeks at USC enjoy their own intramural sports leagues: Ironman and Helen of Troy. Sports vary by season, and include football, volleyball, soccer, and dodgeball…to name a few! Social Invites, exchanges, mixers, dinners, and tailgates provide USC sorority and fraternity members with an outlet for fun and relaxation. Homecoming and Greek Week are highly anticipated week-long, activityfilled celebrations that promote unity and interfraternalism in our greek community. Balancing work with an active social life is a skill greeks take with them beyond college and into the working world. Tradition: Since 1887 When you join a fraternity or sorority at USC, you are joining a community that is as established as the university itself. Being greek provides many Trojans with a foot in the door for internships, interviews, and their ﬁrst jobs out of college. USC Greeks in 2011-2012 Involvement 128 USC varsity athletes 598 Leaders in campus organizations 1,608 Participated in at least one campus organization in addition to chapter Career 615 Worked more than 10 hours a week at outside employment Today’s Greek Relevance • Largest and most visible values-based organizations on campus • Most successful leadership development programs for college students • Largest network of volunteers in the U.S. with 10 million hours of volunteer service annually • Largest not-for-profit student landlords • Own and manage $3 billion in student housing • House 250,000 students in 8,000 facilities DID YOU KNOW? • Greeks in 112th US Congress: 42 Senators (42%), 101 Congressmen (23%) • 50% of the Top 10 Fortune 500 CEOs are fraternity men; 15% of Fortune 100 CEOs are Greek • 44% of all US Presidents have been members of a social fraternity • 31% of all US Supreme Court Justices have been fraternity alumni • ...Greeks make up only 3% of the U.S. population! 1,050 Plan to attend graduate school 1,714 Held/hold internships Academics 297 Trustee & Presidential Scholars 353 Double majors 223 Participated in Undergraduate Research 936 Studied Abroad Community Service 141 Participated in Alternative Spring Break 366 Volunteered weekly 941 Volunteered monthly sorority women Fraternity men Kirstie Alley, Actor Maya Angelou, Author/Poet Lucille Ball, Actor Erykah Badu, Singer Joy Behar, “The View” Angie Brookes, First Female President of the UN Barbara Bush, Former First Lady Sophia Bush, Actor Kristin Chenoweth, Actor Ann Coulter, Conservative Political Author Katie Couric, Broadcast Journalist Cindy Crawford, Model Sheryl Crow, Singer Faye Dunaway, Actor Julia Louis-Drefyus, Actor Goldie Hawn, Actor Ella Fitzgerald, Singer Aretha Franklin, Singer Betsey Johnson, Designer Michelle Kwan, Olympic Medalist Jennifer Garner, Actor Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Amy Grant, Singer Ashley Judd, Actor Alicia Keys, Singer Heather Locklear, Actor Lucy Lui, Actor Cindy McCain, Chairwoman/ Philanthropist Toni Morrison, Author/Poet Sandra Day O’Connor, Former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Gwyneth Paltrow, Actor Jada Pinkett Smith, Actor Rosa Parks, Mother of the Civil Rights Movement Michelle Pfeiffer, Actor Condoleeza Rice, Former Secretary of State Eleanor Roosevelt, Former First Lady Molly Sims, Model/Actress Kate Spade, Co-Founder of Kate Spade New York Kerri Strug, Olympic Gold Medalist Carrie Underwood, Singer Reese Witherspoon, Actor Bob Barker, Game Show Host Bill Belichick, Coach, New England Patriots George H.W. Bush, Former President George W. Bush, Former President Drew Carey, Actor/Comedian George Washington Carver, Scientist Cedric the Entertainer, Actor/Comedian Kenny Chesney, Singer Bill Clinton, Former US President Kevin Costner, Actor/Director Mike Ditka, Coach of the Chicago Bears John Elway, Former NFL Quarterback Will Ferrell, Comedian/Actor Gerald Ford, Former US President Rutherford B. Hayes, Former President Bob Hope, Comedian/Actor Michael Jordan, Former NBA Player Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Civil Rights Activist Ashton Kutcher, Actor Paul Newman, Actor David Letterman, Talk Show Host Cheech Marin, Comedian/Actor Eddie Murphy, Comedian/Actor J.C. Penney, Founder of JC Penney Brad Pitt, Actor Ronald Reagan, Former U.S. President Jerry Rice, Former NFL Wide Receiver Jackie Robinson, First black MLB Player Theodore Roosevelt, Former U.S. President Babe Ruth, MLB Hall of Fame Player Adam Sandler, Comedian/Actor Frank Sinatra, Singer/Actor/Entertainer John Singleton, Director/Producer Steven Spielberg, Film Maker Harry S. Truman, Former US President Keenan Ivory Wayans, Comedian/Producer John Wayne, Actor 6 Panhellenic Council 16Interfraternity Council 24 ROW MAP (28TH ST.) 24 Asian Greek Council 27Professional Fraternity Council 28National Pan-Hellenic Council 30 Multicultural Greek Council 31 Letter to Parents Saturday 08/25/12: Recruitment Orientation At USC, sororities invite new members to join their chapters through a mutual selection process. During fall Formal Recruitment, potential new members have the opportunity to meet members from PHC sororities. Through this process, each sorority seeks out new members who have outstanding leadership skills, high academic standards, and a commitment to community service. Sorority recruitment is open to all new and transfer USC students, as well as continuing students that are in good standing with the university. Each chapter considers a prospective member’s GPA during the membership process. Throughout the next few pages, we will outline all you need to know to have a fantastic recruitment experience at USC. Please feel free to contact the Panhellenic office with any questions! We look forward to hearing from you! 3:00pm-5:00pm, Bovard Auditorium (Next to Tommy Trojan) At this mandatory event, you will meet your recruitment counselor and recruitment group, as well as learn more about the recruitment process. You will also have the opportunity to ask any lingering questions that you may have. Sunday 08/26/12: Conversation Day I 9:00am-8:55pm, 28th Street Sunday and Monday you will visit every sorority and have a chance to talk with a few women from each chapter. During this round you and your recruitment group will be guided from chapter to chapter by your recruitment counselors. Monday 08/27/12: Conversation Day II 6:00pm-10: 25pm, 28th Street This day you will visit any sororities that you did not visit on Sunday. You will also begin the computer-based mutual selection process. Tuesday 08/28/12: House Tour Day I 6:00pm-10:00pm, 28th Street On Tuesday and Wednesday, you will attend house tours at up to six chapters. Specific times will depend on your individual schedules. Thursday 08/30/12: Slide Show Day 6:00pm-11:20pm, 28th Street On Slide Show Day, you will have the opportunity to see a video and/ or slide show at up to four chapters that highlights each chapter’s unique sisterhood. Specific times will depend on your individual schedule. Friday 08/31/12: Preference 5:00pm-8:30pm, 28th Street Preference is a more formal day in which you will share appetizers and a ceremony with up to two sororities. After this day’s events, you will fill out a bid card. Friday 08/31/12: Bid Card Signing 7:30pm-10:30pm, Location TBA During this time you will sign the required final bid report and make your final selection in order to be matched/pledged to a sorority. You must arrive before 10:30pm! Sunday 09/02/12: Bid Night 8:00pm-11:00pm, 28th Street Here you will find out which sorority you have been invited to join, learn your recruitment counselor’s affiliation, and then be taken to your Bid Night celebration! Wednesday 08/29/12: House Tour Day II 6:00pm-10:00pm, 28th Street This day you will attend any house tours at sororities that you did not visit on Tuesday 7 Alpha Chi Omega Alpha Delta Pi 813 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “A-Chi-O” & “Alpha Chi” Philanthropy: Battered Women’s Foundation www.uscaxo.com 814 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “A-D-Pi” Philanthropy: Ronald McDonald House www.uscalphadeltapi.org Alpha Phi Delta Delta Delta 643 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “A Phi” Philanthropy: Foundation for Cardiac Aid www.uscalphaphi.org Delta Gamma 639 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “D-G” Philanthropy: Service for Sight www.dgusc.org 834 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “Tri-Delta” Philanthropy: Children’s Cancer Research www.usctridelta.org Gamma Phi Beta 737 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “Gamma Phi” Philanthropy: Troy Camp www.uscgammaphibeta.com Kappa Alpha Theta Pi Beta Phi 667 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “Pi Phi” Philanthropy: First Book and Scott Carter Foundation www.uscpiphi.org Kappa Kappa Gamma 653 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “Theta” Philanthropy: Court Appointed Special Advocates www.usctheta.org 929 West 28th Street, LA, CA 90007 Nickname: “Kappa” Philanthropy: Reading is Fundamental www.usckkg.com Alpha Delta Chi SIGMA DELTA TAU Alpha Delta Chi—a sisterhood in Christ—will begin recruiting members September 17th through the 21st at our house on 29th St. Each night we host an event centered around a different aspect of our chapter for girls to get to know our members better. We are a unique sorority based on Christian values, in which young women come together to grow in our faith, excel academically and build community. If you have any questions, contact the Panhellenic VP Recruitment, Roxie Friberg at uscphcrecruitment@gmail.com. Sigma Delta Tau is a national sorority that re-colonized at USC in 2008. They will be participating in the first two days of Formal Recruitment in order to meet all girls interested in joining the Greek community. SigDelt will hold Continuous Open Recruitment where potential new members will have the opportunity to meet sisters in casual settings during fun on and off-campus events. Sigma Delta Tau gives members the opportunity to be part of developing the traditions of a tight-knit, diverse, and growing sisterhood. For more information on SigDelt Recruitment, contact the Panhellenic VP Recruitment, Roxie Friberg at uscphcrecruitment@gmail.com. 9 Applications are available on the web at www.uscpanhellenic.com Before August 1st, the registration fee is $80. After August 1st, the fee is $95. The last day to register for recruitment is: FRIDAY, August 24, by 11:59 PM The Panhellenic Council (PHC) is the governing body of the eleven National Panhellenic Conference member chapters at the University of Southern California. PHC coordinates activities and events that promote the common interests of all sororities at USC, such as formal recruitment, intramural sports, new member programming, and community service events. The Panhellenic Executive Board welcomes you to greek life at USC! The 2012 Panhellenic Executive Board Megan Lambert Kelsey Manker From the girls who know... Keep an open mind—do not stereotype a chapter or greeks in general! To ﬁnd the best ﬁt for you, you’ll need to dismiss stereotypes, meet people, and form your own opinion. You might hear people talking, but never trust their judgment over your own! Ask questions—we encourage you to ask questions about chapter values and programs when you’re visiting houses. Definitely check out our Facebook application at panhellenicfacebook.com and uscpanhellenic. com to find links to our chapters’ websites, in addition to the previous “Chapter House” page. Taking that first look will help you be more aware and give you a better understanding of our community and its members. Do not go to the Row (outside of formal recruitment) until after the Bid Night period has concluded! You have the rest of your college career to enjoy the Row, and you do not want to jeopardize your opportunity to participate in formal recruitment. Remember, if anyone reports seeing you on the Row before the conclusion of formal recruitment activities, you risk being removed from the recruitment process...and we’ll be there keeping an eye out–don’t risk it! If you choose to wear heels, consider wearing ﬂat shoes or ﬂip ﬂops while walking to and from the Row. It is very common and encouraged that you wear comfortable footwear to and from the Row and change into your party shoes when you get to 28th Street.You will be walking a lot during recruitment and we don’t want you to have blisters! Be yourself. Pick a chapter that matches your personality—don’t try to match theirs; you’ll be thankful you did in the long run. Remember, we’ve been there too and we can’t wait to welcome you all to the USC greek community in August! Sincerely, The Panhellenic Council President Executive VP Assistant recruitment Roxie Friberg Maddie Lay Meghan Ammon Ashley Phillips Katie Kahn Caitlin Dowling Lauren Fields Megan LaGrow Angeli Agrawal Alex Kiley Jackie Rosen VP Recruitment VP Judicial VP Finance VP Communications VP Philanthropy VP Scholarship VP External relations, assistant Recruitment VP New Member Education VP Membership VP Athletics Assistant Recruitment External Beth Saul Advisor T INFORMA TIO TAC N N CO Phone Number: (213) 740.7740 Email Address: trojansgogreek@gmail.com Mailing Address: 3601 Trousdale Parkway STU 200-K Los Angeles, CA 90089-4892 11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How much time does being in a sorority take? During your new member period, you can expect to commit about 5 hours a week to your chapter for Monday Night Dinners, weekly chapter meetings, and new member education sessions. Some chapters also have mandatory study hours for new members. Social events and sisterhood activities are rarely mandatory and can be enjoyed when they fit into your schedule. How much does sorority membership cost? Although each house varies in their costs, most chapter dues pay for all social and philanthropic events, meals during the week and maintenance of the house. Every PHC sorority offers payment plans to help make membership affordable. For the majority of the 11 PHC sororities at USC, new member dues range from $1500--$2500 per semester. Dues for active members that do not live in the chapter house range from $1000--$2000 per semester, and dues for members that live in the chapter house range $3500 –$5000 per semester. By signing up for recruitment and accepting a Bid Card, you are agreeing to accept the financial responsibilities of sorority membership. Do I need letters of recommendation to join a USC sorority? Recommendation letters are neither a Can I go to 28th Street before Recruitment? Nope! Although fraternities will be hosting rush events during the first week of school, potential new members are STRICTLY FORBIDDEN from attending these events. Potential New Members may not attend any event that involves sorority or fraternity members until the day after rush is completely over, which is Monday September 3rd. Panhellenic Executive Board members and recruitment counselors will be monitoring 28th Street and residence halls to ensure that this rule is followed. Anyone found in violation of this rule will not be permitted to participate in recruitment. Will I have any breaks during recruitment events for snacks, bathroom breaks, etc? Short breaks will be scheduled during all rounds of recruitment to allow potential new members the chance to use the restroom, have a snack, or talk to their recruitment counselor. However, these breaks are not long enough to leave 28th Street. All women should eat prior to the events on Sunday and Monday. During the other days, you will know your schedule in advance and should bring snacks. Do I have to attend all events that I am scheduled for? Unless you have a class conflict necessity nor an assurance of membership in any sorority. Alumna members wishing to write a letter of recommendation can find the necessary forms on her sorority’s national website or in the summer edition of her sorority magazine. The letters should be mailed to the addresses listed on the sorority houses page. All letters of recommendation should be received by chapters no later than August 10th. that you have already notified the Panhellenic Office about, you are required to attend every event that you are scheduled for. Failure to attend all scheduled events will result in your immediate withdrawal from recruitment. What should I bring with me to recruitment? information on the Asian Greek Council, the Professional Fraternity Council, the Multicultural Greek Council or the National Pan-Hellenic Council, please consult their pages in this book or contact the Office for Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development: Student Union Building 200 • (213) 740-2080 Only bring the absolute essentials to recruitment. All personal items will be left outside the chapter houses in bins with your recruitment counselor. You may wish to bring an extra pair of comfortable shoes to walk to and from 28th Street. Please leave your cell phones at your residence, as their use is strongly discouraged while on the Row. Although recruitment counselors will be outside with your things, neither they, nor Panhellenic, nor the University are responsible for any lost items. Who are recruitment counselors? Recruitment counselors are members of sororities at USC who have forgone their chapter affiliation during recruitment to assist you. Panhellenic board members and recruitment counselors will not reveal their chapter affiliations and will have no contact with their chapters during recruitment so that you can always have an unbiased person to talk to. Where can I find info about other USC greek councils? USC has six distinct greek councils. For more Class Conflicts After reviewing the recruitment schedule, please check to see if you have class conflicts with any of the events. If you do, please send an email with a copy of your class schedule to trojansgogreek@gmail.com. This will help your recruitment counselor plan your events. You can view your schedule by visiting www.usc.edu/ oasis. POTENTIAL MEMBER RULES 1.The individual involved in Sorority fall Formal Recruitment 2012 at USC is personally responsible for herself and her actions at all times. 2. No potential member may send or receive calls, visits, notes, electronic mail/messages, or gifts to or from any sorority member during fall Formal Recruitment. 3. There shall be NO communication between potential members and sorority members through men. Men are excluded from all Recruitment events and potential members may not attend ANY fraternity parties, on or off campus, during the Pre-Recruitment and Recruitment period of August 15th through September 2nd. Potential members will not be allowed at the Row Center (corner of Figueroa and 28th Street) after Recruitment has concluded for the day. 4. To obtain invitations for sessions, potential members MUST appear IN PERSON at Panhellenic Headquarters. 5. A potential member must accept the maximum number of invitations possible for each day of Recruitment. She must go to all sessions that she has accepted, and is expected to behave appropriately. Session skipping is grounds for immediate dismissal from Recruitment. These rules will be part of a contractual agreement to be signed by potential new members included on the recruitment application. In case of an accident or sudden illness, the Panhellenic Headquarters must be notified. The Panhellenic Vice President Recruitment will notify the chapters. 6. Rudeness from potential members will NOT be tolerated and will result in immediate expulsion from Recruitment. 7. Each potential member will have her own Recruitment Counselors (“RC’s”) as she goes through Recruitment. The RC’s have planned special meetings and other activities designed to make Recruitment a fun experience for all. Attendance at these scheduled events is for the potential member’s benefit and is highly recommended. 8. A woman who is or has ever been an affiliated member of an existing National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) member fraternity shall not be eligible for membership in another NPC fraternity. 9. Potential members must attend Bid Night or her place in the chapter may be filled with an eligible potential member. Potential members with previously excused absences from Panhellenic will have their place held. 10.The Panhellenic rules shall be binding on alumnae, members of sorority mothers’ clubs, as well as active members, new members, and potential new members. The USC Collegiate Panhellenic Council reserves the right to immediately dismiss any woman from Recruitment if the rules are disregarded. 11.Potential members will be solely responsible for all of their belongings at all times. 12.Potential members, with excused absences, are responsible for contacting Panhellenic to obtain their schedules and all other relevant information. 13.Potential members found under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances during the recruitment period, recruitment counselor appointments, bid extension or revelation will be immediately dismissed from recruitment. 14.Potential members must appear within 2 hours of the conclusion of the last Preference party to sign her MRABA/final bid report. Not appearing within this time will result in immediate dismissal from Recruitment. 15.Potential new members must attend the information session which explains the MRABA-membership recruitment acceptance binding agreement form on Thursday, August 30, 2012 following slideshow party day. 13 Conversation Days I & II Unity Days are the most casual days. Casual shorts, skirts, dresses or pants are appropriate. House Tour Days I & II slide show day A casual dress, nice skirt or pants are appropriate for spirit day. preference day A nice dress, such as one you might wear to an afternoon wedding, is appropriate for this day. A casual dress or nice skirt is appropriate for pride day. BID NIGHT Jeans, capris, denim skirt, or shorts are appropriate for this day. You will be given a t-shirt at your new sorority! *Wearing denim before bid night is discouraged. 15 To My Fellow Trojans, IFC fraternity recruitment Welcome to the Trojan Family! The next four years of your life will be filled with many wonderful experiences. To make the most of your college experience, I strongly encourage you to explore USC’s greek community. Regardless of your major, background, or interests, there is a place for you within the USC greek community. Specifically, our fraternities provide opportunities for you to excel socially and academically. The average all-greek men’s GPA is consistently higher than the all-university men’s GPA; we take great pride in this achievement as it is unique to only a few campuses across the nation. Additionally, our excellent academic support network provides tutoring, academic advisors, and study hours. SATURday 08/25/12: Fraternity BBQ 2:00–5:00PM, Founders Park Come out to Founders Park on Saturday, August 25th from 2:00 to 5:00 for a casual BBQ. Enjoy the food, walk around and meet brothers from every chapter, scout out what chapters you feel comfortable with, and just have a good time. Be sure to take as much information on each chapter’s rush schedules, as all are different throughout the week. One of the reasons I came to USC was the camaraderie promised in the Trojan Family. As a community that provides opportunities for networking with alumni, giving back to the community through philanthropic events, competitive intramural sports, and great social functions, I truly feel that greek life at USC is the ultimate Trojan Family and has made my time at USC much more fulfilling. It is my belief that no other college activity better prepares you for your post-college years while enriching your entire college experience. Entering my fourth year at USC, I cannot imagine my college experience without the friends and brothers I have met by “Going Greek.” Our community is one of the most diverse and successful communities in the country. No matter what you may be looking to gain during your college experience, there is a fraternity that will fit your needs. During the first few weeks of school, as you adapt to a new environment, I hope you take the opportunity to meet your peers. Fraternity rush holds no obligations and you will be offered events ranging from comedy shows to baseball games. I look forward to seeing you at rush events and I hope that you will have the same remarkable undergraduate experience throughout your time at the University of Southern California. Sincerely, Andrew Pince Interfraternity Council, Vice President Rush pince@usc.edu (949) 433-4135 SUNday 08/26/12: House Tours 28th Street All 24 fraternities will be represented on or near 28th Street this night so head on out for dinner and house tours. MONday 08/27/12WEDNESday 08/29/12: Off-Campus Events Examples range from comedy shows at the Laugh Factory, shooting pool at Jake’s Pool Hall in Pasadena, all the way to target practice at an LAX Firing Range. THURSDAY 08/30/12: Blue Chip Dinner Formal, Invite-Only Dinners are held at premier restaurants throughout the city. FRIday 08/31/12: Bid Night After deciding which chapter they would most like to be a part of, potential members are invited to return to that house for an evening gathering to potentially receive a bid. If you are offered a bid, you have the option of accepting, declining, or holding. If you do not receive a bid, don’t worry–there is a grace period where late bids are handed out. Visit other chapters that you are interested in, and you may be offered a bid anytime in the next 24 hours. 17 ALPHA GAMMA OMEGA President: Jason Taban • jtaban23@gmail.com Nickname: A-E-Pi Nickname: A-G-O LAMBDA CHI ALPHA Phi Delta Theta* www.aepiusc.org President: Eric Inamine • inamine@usc.edu www.agoatusc.org Chi President: Mike Muney • muney@usc.edu www.lxausc.org usc.phideltatheta.org ALPHA TAU OMEGA Beta theta Pi* PHI KAPPA PSI phi sigma kappa Nickname: Beta Nickname: Lambda Kevin Nelson • kjnels@gmai.com www.ATOUSC.org www.uscbeta.com Psi * President: Charles Pfirrmann • charles.pfirrmann@gmail.com www.uscphipsi.com DELTA CHI DELTA TAU DELTA PI KAPPA ALPHA Nickname: A-T-O President: president: Will Poulsen • wpoulsen@usc.edu Nickname: Phi Nickname: Phi Delt President: Daniel Moline • dmoline@usc.edu Nickname: Phi Sig President: Matthew Redhead • mredhead@usc.edu www.trojanphisig.com Phi Gamma Delta Chi President: Joel Hensel • joelhensel@gmail.com www.Deltachi.org D-T-D President: Carlos Portela • portela.cm@gmail.com www.scdelts.com President: Pat Lauer • plauer411@gmail.com www.uscpike.org Fiji Jay Todd Max • jmax@usc.edu www.scfiji.com KAPPA Alpha KAPPA SIGMA* PI Kappa phi SIGMA ALPHA EPSILON* Nickname: Delta Nickname: “K-A” President: Brian Dicus • dicus@usc.edu www.kausc.com Nickname: Delts, Nickname: Kappa Sig President: Chris McCall • uscmccall@gmail.com www.usckappasigma.com Nickname: Pike Nickname: PI KAPP President: Alex Convery • convery@usc.edu www.pikapp.org Nickname: President: Nickname: S-A-E President: Cade Sears • csears@usc.edu www.uscsae.org *SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE: Denotes that this chapter offers a private scholarship. Please contact the rush chairman for more information. Alpha EPSILON PI 19 You can register for fraternity rush on the Interfraternity Council website HOOVER STREET SIGMA NU* Nickname: Sigma Nu President: Joe Cella • jcella7@gmail.com www.uscsigmanu.com TAU KAPPA EPSILON* Nickname: Teke President: Max maxbissegger@mac.com www.tkeusc.org THETA XI* Nickname: Theta Bissegger Xi President: Rob Puncel • puncel@usc.edu www.thetaxiusc.org Chi President: Chase Ross • chaseros@usc.edu www.uscsigmachi.org SIGMA PHI EPSILON* Nickname: Sig Ep President: Ed Sun • esun@usc.edu www.sigepusc.com THETA CHI Nickname: Theta Chi President: Jameson Lee • jamesonlee125@gmail.com www.thetachiusc.com ZETA BETA TAU* Nickname: ZBT President: ,J.B. Kalin • jbkalin@gmail.com www.zbtusc.org JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: ΦΔΘ USC FRATERNITY RUSH-FALL 2012 ΦΣΚ If you have any other questions over the summer, you may contact: Interfraternity VP Rush, ΚΣ ΚΚΓ ΔΧ ΣΧ Andrew Pince • pince@usc.edu tips for potential New Members Don’t Go to the Row until Rush Starts—although houses will be hosting events at chapter houses during Move-In days, freshmen are STRICTLY PROHIBITED. If you are found in violation of this rule you may lose THE ABILITY TO JOIN A FRATERNITY. Rush more than one chapter—with 24 different chapters forming our exceptionally diverse community, we believe that there is a place for every student at USC to be able to go greek. Use opportunities, such as the All Greek Open House on Sunday, August 26 to visit as many chapters as possible. Don’t drink—no fraternity is permitted to offer any rushee alcohol, and all rushees should refrain from alcohol consumption. ΑΓΩ ΣΦΔ Ask Questions—feel values and programs. free to ask questions about house Be yourself—pick a chapter that matches your personality— don’t try to match theirs. Rush, even if you are unsure if greek life is for you—many greeks did not believe they would go greek until they rushed. Even if you don’t find a fit you will get to meet new people and have a good time doing it. You always have the option to hold—if you don’t know whether or not you want to go greek or can’t decide between two chapters you can take a week longer to weigh out your options. USC also offers the unique opportunity of having rush twice a year so there is always the spring semester. ΒΘΠ S. SEVERANCE ST. ΑΕΠ ΣΑΕ ΔΔΔ ΑΧΩ ΑΔΠ ΔΤΔ ΠΚΦ ΓΦΒ ΘΞ ΑΚΨ ΛΧΑ ΑΡΧ SORORITIES ΦΓΔ Don’t stereotype a chapter or greeks in general—a successful rushee always dismisses stereotypes by meeting people and forming his own opinions. PORTLAND ST. S. UNIVERSITY AVE. ΑΤΩ ΣΑΜ ΣΦΕ W. 28TH St. President: Alex Beatty • abeatty@usc.edu www.uscsammy.org Nickname: Sigma 30TH STREET SIGMA CHI* Nickname: Sammy 32ND STREET Sigma alpha Mu *SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE: Denotes that this chapter offers a private scholarship. Please contact the rush chairman for more information. usc.greekrecruitment.com ΖΒΤ ΠΒΦ FRATERNITIES ΚΑΘ ΣΝ ΑΦ ΦΚΨ ΔΓ ΤΚΕ ΒΩΦ ΤΚΕ FIGUEROA STREET 21 Beta Theta Pi: Sigma Chi: A wise Beta Gentlemen once said, “Only the best is good enough for us.” We still hold ourself to this high standard and we are looking for more young men that demonstrate devotion to academic achievement, commitment to community and strong leadership potential. If you’ve lived your life constantly challenging yourself to excel in whatever you do, please apply and contact our President to learn more about Beta. Contact: Will Poulsen • wpoulsen@usc.edu Sigma Chi offers its brothers five scholarships of two thousand dollars each. The chapter’s philosophy is to strengthen the ties of its brothers of different temperaments, talents, and convictions and to not deny inclusion based on financial situations. Sigma Chi stays true to its values as evident by the strong brotherhood of its members and individual willingness to give back to the Fraternity at large. Contact: Chase Ross • chaseros@usc.edu Men of Principle Scholarship Delta Chi: Delta Chi Fraternity is offering three scholarships totaling $1000 (one for $500 and two for $250) designated for incoming freshman males at the University of Southern California. The criteria used to determine the recipients of these scholarships will be academic performance, community involvement and leadership potential. As these can be rather subjective criteria, Delta Chi Brothers will interview semi-finalists on Southern California’s campus at a later date, to determine who will be considered for the scholarships. You need not pursue nor receive an invitation for membership in the Fraternity to be eligible. Deadline: July 31, 2012 Contact: Jacob Chappell • jdchappe@usc.edu Kappa Sigma: Leadership Scholarship: Founded in 1869, Kappa Sigma Fraternity is now one of the three largest fraternities in the U.S. and with the help of the Kappa Sigma Endowment Fund, outstanding freshman can be awarded scholarships based on their superior academic record. Scholarships can also be awarded for demonstrating strong fraternal leadership and service to the community. Scholarships vary in amount, but often cover living expenses within the fraternity, while sometimes providing a textbook stipend of up to $1000. It’s no surprise that nationally Kappa Sigma is one of the most chosen fraternities amongst college men, especially given the excellent academic, leadership, athletic and social opportunities found within this brotherhood. Contact: Chris Benassi • cjbenassi@gmail.com John Wayne Scholarship: Sigma Phi Epsilon: Balanced Man Scholarship TThe USC SigEp chapter awards scholarships every Fall. The Balanced Man Scholarship is available to male students entering the University of Southern California. You must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership ability, and a commitment to health and well-being to be eligible for this award. Male applicants are not obligated to become a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon with submission of this application. Please find the application on our chapter’s website located in the section labeled scholarship. The deadline for the application will be August 1, 2012. Interviews will take place with selected finalists during orientation sessions, over the phone, or the applicant’s home town. The awards will be presented at a formal banquet in the Davidson Conference Center Embassy Room on August 24, 2012. The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the coordinating and governing board of the fraternities. Our goal is to lead USC’s greek community, one of the nation’s strongest, in the right direction. The purpose of the IFC is to assist the fraternity system in the development of its members through intellectual, social leadership, and humanitarian pursuits. Simply put, we work to continue the proud tradition of being greek at USC. The 2012 interfraternity council Executive Board President EVP Admin EVP Judicial VP Recruitment VP New Members VP Finance VP Public Relations VP Communications VP Philanthropy VP Scholarship VP Athletics VP Directors VP Special Events VP Alumni/ Michael Madden Zach Timm Michael McKenna Andrew Pince Ofek Lavian Ali Sheikhpour Omri Horowitz James Shechet Kyle Conlee Andy Morrow Wiley Strahan Alessio De Falcis Matt Glickman John Martello madden.ifcpresident@gmail.com ztimm74@gmail.com mrmckenn@usc.edu pince@usc.edu olavian@gmail.com asheikhp@usc.edu horowitzomri@gmail.com shechet@usc.edu kconlee10@gmail.com agmorrow31@gmail.com wileystrahan@yahoo.com defalcis@usc.edu mjglickm@usc.edu jnmartello@gmail.com Parent Relations sigepusc.chapterspot.com Hintlian • hintlian@usc.edu Deadline: August 1, 2012 Banquet: August 24, 2012 Application: Contact: Michael Theta Xi: All True Men Scholarship At USC since 1900, Theta Xi has deep and lasting bonds in Los Angeles. Nationally, we strive to promote personal growth intellectually, physically, and spiritually. Locally, we encourage the advancement of these values by offering the finest programming on 28th Street, such as skydiving, camping, surfing, snowboarding, and other action sports activities. Up to 30 scholarships for the amount of $1,500 per year will be awarded to freshmen and sophomores who have experience in and show promise in the areas of academics, athletics, leadership, and service. Contact: Jonathan Gilde (626) 475-7128 • gildej@usc.edu www.ThetaXiUSC.com 23 The USC Asian Greek Council (AGC) is comprised of 5 accomplished and diverse organizations, all of whom are also members of Southern California’s Asian Greek Council. There are two fraternities: Beta Omega Phi (Betas) and Gamma Epsilon Omega (Gammas). There are also three sororities: Alpha Delta Kappa (ADKs), Delta Phi Kappa (Deltas), and Sigma Phi Omega (Sigmas). As a council, we work together to build opportunities to develop social and professional networks, whether through academic, philanthropic, or social events. Through the years, we have built memories that have enriched all of our college experiences. The relationships and friendships built will continue to grow, not only through our professional careers but for the rest of our lives. Our annual events include the AGC Luncheon, AGC Talent Show, and AGC Picnic. Look out for new and exciting social events this upcoming year as well. We are also involved with various philanthropic events such as the AIDS Walk, beach cleanups, and many others. As members of AGC, we strive to create leaders both inside and outside of the classroom. We pride ourselves on high academic standards and involvement, not only in the greek community, but all throughout the greater Los Angeles area. We encourage you to check out all of our AGC organizations and decide where you think you would fit best. Look for us on campus for Rush throughout the first 2 weeks of the semester. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Alpha Delta Kappa was founded at Beta Omega Phi Founded in 1965, Beta Omega Phi has come a long way from its original roots. Currently with 2 other brother chapters, the University of Southern California chapter of Beta Omega Phi has become prominent on campus. With the only non-IFC fraternity house on USC’s famed Greek Row, the fraternity celebrates its 24th year of recognition on campus and continues to promote the traditional values of trust, unity, and friendship. In the past school year, the fraternity welcomed in 12 new members, who have been recognized as distinguished gentlemen of honor, distinction, and integrity, as well as celebrated the graduation of 13 members, who are on to bigger and better things. The year also saw the formation of the first Alumni Advisory Board, comprised of successful alumni who wish to further give back to the fraternity by advising on policies and growth. Rush dates: Tues 08/28, Fri 08/31, Please join us for our 2012 fall rush during the first and second weeks of school, and meet our brothers who come from places including Austria, Botswana, Hong Kong, and more. the University of Southern California in 1977, and is the only open Asian-interest organization at USC. A service and social based sorority, Alpha Delta Kappa also takes pride in its continued diversity, with members from over 15 California institutions. ADKs not only value sisterhood, friendship, scholastic achievement, and philanthropy, but also provide a wide range of networking opportunities from its devoted associates and alumni. Active involvement in Southern California’s Asian Greek Council further strengthens ADKs relations with organizations throughout the state. The sorority brings about personal growth, while participation in various philanthropic and social events allow its members to express their creativity, individuality, and leadership. This once in a lifetime opportunity will undoubtedly enhance your college experience! Wed 09/05 President: Erin Grathwohl grathwoh@usc.edu • (808) 224-6433 Pledge Mom: Joyce Yeung joyceyeu@usc.edu • (626) 823-1185 www.alphadeltakappa.net Rush dates: Tues 08/28, THURS 08/30, WED 09/05, SAT 09/08 President: Arthur Pledge Dad: Will Li • darrellarthur@gmail.com Lee • williadl@usc.edu www.uscbetas.com Gamma Epsilon Omega Established in 1963 by 9 founding brothers, Gamma Epsilon Omega was the first Asian-interest fraternity established at USC and in the entire Southern California region, and is the second oldest currently active Asian fraternity in the country. Having produced over 500 alumni since its inception, Gammas continue to facilitate the development of wellrounded individuals while enhancing college careers through a wide variety of social, philanthropic, academic, cultural, athletic and leadership events. Gammas also founded the Southern California Asian Greek Council in 1982, and in 1996 were the first minority organization to obtain a house on USC’s famous Greek Row. While our active class size and house location have varied with the times, one thing has remained unchanged throughout multiple eras: Gammas have always strived to innovate and stand out. Gammas take pride in being able to uphold the traditional values of fraternities - brotherhood, respect, loyalty - while notoriously straying away from the stereotypical “cookiecutter” image of a fraternity and embracing individuality. Gammas are a diverse group of individuals with multifaceted backgrounds, interests, talents, and goals balancing productive social lives with academic excellence, individual pastimes, philanthropy, and involvement in a variety of other organizations on the USC campus. For the 2012-2013 school year, Gammas have acquired a new house north of campus, which will host numerous events and social gatherings throughout the year. Rush dates: WED 08/29, FRI 08/31, TUES 09/04, FRI 09/07 President: Brian Hu brianislocated@gmail.com - (626)589-9394 Pledge Dad: Paul Terasaki pterasaki3@gmail.com - (310)499-8223 www.gammaepsilonomega.com AGC President: Arthur Li darrellarthur@gmail.com 25 Delta Phi Kappa was founded as an Asian-interest sorority at USC in 1960. Throughout their 50 years of sisterhood, Deltas have committed to the scholastic achievement, professional development, and character growth of its members with the support of its expansive and successful alumni network. The sorority thrives on the rich diversity and individuality of each sister, whose hometowns range from Australia to Thailand. With great dedication to the university and community, Deltas also engage in a multitude of philanthropic endeavors including the LA AIDS Walk, USC AATP, and Relay For Life. In upholding tradition, the women of Delta Phi Kappa take pride in their roles as Trojans, leaders, and sisters. Please join us for our 2012 rush during the first and second weeks of school as you enjoy free food and get to meet the sisters of Delta Phi Kappa! We hope to see you there! Rush dates: WED 08/29, SAT 09/01, THURS 09/06 President: Irene Lee ireneleedpk@gmail.com (310) 634-8852 Pledge mom: Julie Yu julie2yuu@gmail.com (818) 624-3162 www.uscdeltaphikappa.com Sigma Phi Omega was founded in 1949, and is the oldest Asian-interest sorority at USC and the third oldest in the US. With nine chapters that span the nation, the sisters of Sigma Phi Omega celebrate diversity, uphold tradition, promote both professional and personal growth, and provide endless support to their sisters during and after college. Sigmas have a distinguished history of over 60 years of sisterhood, philanthropy, leadership, and academic achievement. Sigma Phi Omega supports its members in all endeavors, whether it be leadership positions in other organizations or professional success through an extensive alumni network. Sigmas hold many social and philanthropic events throughout the year that will give members the chance to interact with people from all over California. The sorority consists of young women with varying interests, who come from different ethnicities and backgrounds. Together, they form a sorority that is considered to be one of the premier organizations in Southern California. Rush dates: Mon 08/27, Thur 08/30, Tues 09/04 Kathy Tran kathytrannn@gmail.com • (510) 417-5022 New Member Director: Victoria Lee leevicto@usc.edu • (909) 525-6165 President: www.uscsigmas.com The Professional Fraternity Council (PFC) is the coordinating and governing board of the professional fraternities. These chapters stand to foster scholarship, friendship, and professional development among their members. Founded in 2008, the Professional Fraternity Council provides a unique opportunity for USC students who are interested in both professional and social aspects of the greek community. Please contact Associate Director/PFC Adviser, Ray Carlos at racarlos@usc.edu for more information. We will be at the Involvement Fair during Welcome Week and we look forward to meeting you! Fight on! Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity: An inclusive co-ed professional business fraternity. Founding: May 17, 1922 Delta Sigma Pi is a professional fraternity organized to foster the study of business in universities; to encourage scholarship, social activity and the association of students for their mutual advancement by research and practice; to promote closer affiliation between the commercial world and students of commerce, and to further a higher standard of commercial ethics and culture and the civic and commercial welfare of the community. www.uscdsp.com Recruitment Information: Chris Organ • organ@usc.edu Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity: A non-inclusive co-ed fraternity, students are able to join both a professional fraternity and a social fraternity. FoundING: October 5, 1904 Alpha Kappa Psi’s mission is to develop well-trained, ethical, skilled, resourceful, and experienced business leaders out of all ten thousand current student members. Our overall goal is a special one: the preparation of men and women for future success in all their professional and personal endeavors. While colleges and universities teach valuable lessons in the classroom, additionally, our co-ed professional business fraternity empowers our members to develop advanced communication skills, a true understanding of the value of teamwork, thorough knowledge in the fields of commerce, accounting, and finance, and firsthand experience with unique challenges only Alpha Kappa Psi can offer. www.uscakpsi.net Recruitment Information: Stella Lin • stellali@usc.edu Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity: A non-inclusive co-ed fraternity, students are able to join both a professional fraternity and a social fraternity. Founding: 1907 The purpose of Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity shall be to form a strong bond uniting students and teachers of the law with members of the Bench and Bar in a fraternal fellowship designed to advance the ideals of liberty and equal justice under law; to stimulate excellence in scholarship; to inspire the virtues of compassion and courage; to foster integrity and professional competence; to promote the welfare of its members; and to encourage their moral, intellectual, and cultural advancement; so that each member may enjoy a lifetime of honorable professional and public service. www.uscpad.org Recruitment Information: Julia Riley •juliadri@usc.edu Delta Kappa Alpha Sigma Phi Delta WWW.DELTAKAPPAALPHA.COM www.spdalpha.org Recruitment Information: Recruitment Information: Cinema Fraternity: A non-inclusive co-ed fraternity, students are able to join a social fraternity. Founding: March 16, 1936 The purpose of Delta Kappa Alpha Cinema Fraternity is to foster collaborative and creative storytelling, ethical and productive business practices, philanthropic action, and lifelong fraternal bonds between students of Cinematic Arts. The first and largest Cinema Fraternity in the world creates a lasting community of ambitious men and women of personal character and passion for Cinema. Many members of Delta Kappa Alpha reside in the DKA Cinemanor, where the fraternity houses its screenings and professional, social, recreational, and scholastic events. The Fraternity has a large and admirable alumni community that grows every year. Honorary members include Alfred Hitchcock, Howard Hawks, John Huston, Gene Kelly, Paul Newman, Barbara Stanwyck, James Stewart, Jack Warner, Billy Wilder, Fritz Lang, Harold Lloyd, Mae West, Arthur Miller, and many more. Hunter Bermudez • dka@usc.edu Engineering Fraternity: An inclusive men’s fraternity. Founding: April 11, 1924 The Sigma Phi Delta Fraternity has, since its founding on April 11, 1924, at the University of Southern California, been a professionalSocial Fraternity of Engineers. We are Professional in that, unlike a general fraternity, we admit to membership only students enrolled or working in a curriculum, or program, leading toward a degree in engineering; that we encourage and expect our chapters to conduct and to participate in a continuing professional program through symposia, seminars, field trips, and similar programs; and that we encourage our members to give the fullest support to the faculty of the Colleges and Schools of Engineering throughout North America. We are social in that, similar to a general fraternity, our members maintain and live in chapter houses; have a social program; participate in athletic programs; and foster a close relationship with our graduated, or alumni members. Michael Olwin • olwin@usc.edu 27 The National Pan-Hellenic Council was established in 1930 at Howard University as the national coordinating body for the nine historically African American Fraternities and Sororities which had evolved on American college and university campuses. The USC chapter of the NPHC was chartered in 1995. Because the NPHC is comprised of service based organizations, the members of our organizations excel not only in the classroom but also in the community by addressing issues like poverty, education, political awareness, public health and many others. As leaders of the USC community, our members hold executive board positions in other many organizations on and off campus and strive to enrich the lives of others at USC. While NPHC organizations recognize the social aspect of Greek college life, the primary purpose and focus of member organizations remains community awareness and action through educational, economic, and cultural service activities. The NPHC and its respective members have pledged to devote their resources to service in their respective communities, realizing that the membership experience of NPHC organizations goes beyond organizational membership during an individual’s college career. A lifetime commitment to the goals and ideals of each respective organization is stressed. Facebook: NPHC USC Twitter: @NPHC_USC nphcusc@gmail.com SATURday, August 25 ALL GREEK BBQ 2:00–5:00pm, Founders Park Come out to Founders Park on Saturday, August 25th from 2:00 to 5:00 for a casual BBQ. Enjoy the food, walk around and meet people from every chapter, scout out what chapters you feel comfortable with, and just have a good time. Be sure to take as much information on each chapter’s rush schedules, as all are different throughout the week. WEDNESday, AUGUST 29 Informational Meet & Greet 7:00-9:00pm Presentations will be given by all Divine Nine organizations regarding their respective organization. There will be a Q&A session, networking, and refreshments. Tuesday, September 18 Neo-Soul Lounge 7:00-9:00pm • Ground Zero Join us for a night of alternative entertainment and a perfect atmosphere with fellow USC students. Saturday, September 22 NPHC Tailgate alphadelta1921@gmail.com iotabeta74@gmail.com Join the NPHC as we root for the Trojans at the second home game of the season. pbs@usc.edu bqnupes@gmail.com gammalambda1920@gmail.com Thursday, September 27 Annual Fall Yard Show 7:30-9:30pm • McCarthy Quad Join us as we continue the unique tradition of stepping on "the yard." Generally, all Divine Nine organizations are represented in their finest colors and letters showing the campus who runs the yard! You don't want to miss it! This is also the deadline to submit your Interest Form indicating your interest in becoming member. Friday, September 28 back to school party slamminlambdaques@gmail.com the.elite.80@gmail.com 9:30pm-2:00am Campus Center Ballroom Free for all USC Students with valid ID. $10 before 10pm for non-USC students. To participate in recruitment, please register at upsilondeltas@gmail.com www.usc.greekrecruitment.com 29 The Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) is composed of fraternities and sororities. These organizations are a mixture of national and local organizations. Founded in 1996, MGC is focused on serving the surrounding community through cultural enrichment and civic engagement. These chapters are dedicated to brotherhood and sisterhood, community service, and campus involvement. If you would like additional information about the Multicultural Greek Council organizations, please contact Luis Preciado, MGC President. Recruitment week is scheduled for August 25–August 29 MGC MGC MGC MGC Welcome Back BBQ Fraternity Night Sorority Night Meet the Greeks MGC President: Luis Preciado • lpreciad@usc.edu Alpha Epsilon Omega Founding: August 9, 2005 www.aeousc.com Alpha Gamma Alpha Founding: October 25, 2002 www.uscaga.com Gamma ZETA Alpha Founding: December 3, 1987 www.GAMMAS.ORG Zeta Sigma Phi Founding: September 16, 1994 zetas.atspace.com Zeta Phi Rho Founding: August 10, 1995 www.usczetas.com Lambda Theta Alpha Founding: 1975 www.lambdalady.org Lambda Theta NU Founding: March 11, 1986 www.lambdathetanu.org dear parents, On behalf of the Interfraternity and Intersorority Parents Councils and the Offices for Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development and Parent Programs, I enthusiastically invite you to learn about the USC greek community and encourage you to explore the wonderful and unique options greek membership offers for your sons and daughters. USC sororities and fraternities greatly enhance the university academic experience. Besides the social benefits, the greek community promotes leadership, scholarship, and community service opportunities. Many members of the greek community are involved in student government, athletics, and other campus organizations. The all-greek GPA has been consistently higher than the all-university average over more than a decade, which is primarily due to the strong emphasis sororities and fraternities place on scholastic achievement. In addition, members of the greek community are among the most enthusiastic volunteers in the local area. sigma delta alpha By joining the USC greek community, your student will acquire vital life skills which are important in cultivating the broadest college experience. They will be making lifelong friendships and joining a worldwide network of alumni. In addition, there are multiple opportunities for you to become involved, meet your son or daughter’s close friends, and connect to the greek community and greater Trojan Family. USC’s greek parent support program is the only one of its kind across the United States and Canada! Sigma Lambda Beta We welcome you and your student to USC and encourage you to get involved in our award-winning, vibrant greek community! Lambda Theta Phi Founding: December 1, 1975 www.lambda1975.org Lambda Upsilon Lambda Founding: February 19, 1982 www.launidadlatina.org/usc Founding: May 5, 1992 www.sigmadeltaalpha.net Founding: April 4, 1986 www.sigmalambdabeta.com Sigma Lambda Gamma April 9, 1990 www-scf.usc.edu/~uscslg Founding: Omega Phi Beta Sorority Founding: March 15, 1989 www.omegaphibeta.org Fight on! Beth Saul Assistant Dean for Student Affairs Director, Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development and Parent Programs USC’s Position on Hazing As stated in SCampus, “USC prohibits any students from engaging in hazing, defined as any activity that causes or is likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to any fellow student.” The greek community at USC also condemns hazing, as it in no way achieves the goals of sorority or fraternity membership such as service, scholarship, leadership, or friendship. Tips for Parents • Be happy and supportive with your student’s choice of chapter • Attend parents’ events at your student’s chapter. These are a great way to bond with your son/daughter and build friendships of your own with other USC parents! • Attend the Intersorority or Interfraternity Parents Council meetings. For more information, contact the Office for Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development at saul@usc.edu or (213) 740 2080. • Ask questions! You have a right to know about membership costs and housing. REQUIREMENT All students registering for sorority and fraternity recruitment will need to have completed AlcoholEdu for college students by Move-In Day, August 22, 2012, and must show a print of their screenshot of completion at the beginning of their recruitment. 31 Office for Fraternity & Sorority Development Student Union 200 3601 Trousdale Parkway Los Angeles, CA 90089-4892