greek life guidebook a-section 2009

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COMMUNITY

KNOWLEDGE

SERVICE

LEADERS

Robert A. Marias Director of Greek Life and Community Service

Robert is celebrating his fifth year at Kettering having joined the Student Life Staff in October of 2004. During the

past five years he has made himself known throughout campus and the surrounding community, for the many student

programs he‘s overseen and organized both on and off campus.

Robert earned his BA in History with a double minor in Political Science and Women‘s Studies from Villanova Uni-

versity in 1999. He is currently pursuing his MBA from Kettering. He is an active member of Sigma Nu Fraternity,

and the Association of Fraternity Advisors, (AFA). Robert has been honored by the Greek Communities at Kent

State University, the University of Akron, and Kettering University for his dedication and service as an advisor. He

actively supports Leadership Development by volunteering for the NIC‘s Undergraduate Inter-Fraternity Institute, as

well as presenting a local leadership conferences throughout the year.

―My goal as Director of Greek Life, is to help these young men and women reach their full potential as students, as

leaders, and as citizens of this community.‖

Table of Contents

Page:

3 Welcome from Dr. Harris—Provost &VP for Academic & Student Affairs

4 Greek Life Logo, Mission, Vision, and Motto

5 Anti-Hazing and other Greek Life Policies

6 Letter from Director of Greek Life

7 GO MAD—Community Service & Greek Life

8-9 Greek

10-11 101FAQ, Recruitment Info and other facts and figures

12-13 The History of Our Greek Community/ Greek Week

14-15 Greek Honor Societies / IFC President’s Introduction

16-21 IFC Organizations

22-23 Fraternity Houses MAP

24-28 IFC Organizations continued

29 Panhellenic President’s Introduction

30-31 Panhellenic Organizations

32 Greek Leaders—Governing Councils

33 NPHC President’s Introduction

34-36 NPHC Organizations (City-Wide Chapters)

37-43 What’s around Flint, local sponsors, and other useful information

Dear New Students:

Welcome to Kettering University! You’ve made an out-

standing choice regarding where to attend college. Now, I challenge you to

maximize your potential and prepare yourself for success at Kettering, in our

classrooms, as well as beyond them. Take advantage of the rich and rewarding

experiences that await students who get involved on campus; in clubs, student

government, and in our Greek Community. Greek Life offers students unique

academic, philanthropic, social, and leadership opportunities. It also fosters a

connection with other members of the Kettering community, as well as students

nationwide.

Most new students don’t know much about Greek Life. Learn more about it by

participating in Greek recruitment activities; social and informational events

that will give you a deeper understanding of the meaning of Greek Life and its

merits. By participating in these events, you’ll learn that fraternities and sorori-

ties have a long history. They’re uniquely American organizations established to

cultivate leadership and promote scholarship. Fraternity and sorority members

play important roles in campus events and initiatives. They also carry out a va-

riety of service and philanthropic events that improve our community. Perhaps

most importantly, Greeks celebrate friendships that last a lifetime and open so-

cial and professional networking doors with brothers and sisters at campuses

and organizations throughout the country.

Over the next few weeks, you’ll have many opportunities to get to know Greeks

at Kettering and the significant roles they play in the life of our campus. Take

advantage of them by participating in Greek recruitment. Also, visit Mr. Robert

Marias, Director of Greek Life and Community Service located in the Student

Life Office. He advises all Greek organizations on campus and will gladly an-

swer any questions you may have.

Again, welcome to Kettering University.

Dr. Michael Harris

Provost and Vice President for Academic & Student Affairs

Welcome

New Students!

Mission Statement

To assist all members of the Greek Community in striving for excellence in

all three areas of Greek Life:

- Pursuit of Knowledge,

- Civic Engagement/Awareness,

- Social Development

To foster and support leaders; in the classroom, on the athletic field, in the

community and in the work place

To combine the best attributes of each individual organization to benefit the

Greek Community, Kettering University and the Flint Community

Vision Statement

Kettering Greek Life making a difference since 1921-

Building on a Foundation of Excellence.

Motto

Civitas, Scientia, Officium, Duces

Community, Knowledge, Service, Leaders

No chapter, members of a chapter, or alumni will participate in or condone any activities that are not consistent

with Federal, State, local, or Fraternal/Sororal law, ritual, or policy of Kettering University. Hazing activities can

be defined as, but are not limited to, the following:

Any action taken or situation created, intentionally or unintentionally, whether on or off chapter premises,

and with or without consent of the persons subject to the action which produces mental, emotional, or

physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule, etc.

The following are some examples of hazing activities:

Having line-ups, games, or activities that are designed to humiliate or degrade.

Having associates/pledges do calisthenics, march/runs, kidnapping, or scavenger hunts.

Depriving associates/pledges of food or sleep, or placing them in any danger by threatening their health and

well being.

Causing physical discomfort including paddling, branding, tattooing, etc.

Forcing or encouraging the consumption of alcohol or other substances.

Forcing or encouraging the wearing of ridiculous or distasteful clothing or other items not deemed appropri-

ate in public.

Participation in ―Hell Week,‖ Initiation night or week, or partaking in fraternity/sorority pranks.

Using associates/pledges as forced labor or indentured servants, for personal benefit.

Birthday or Engagement activities that humiliate or cause physical discomfort.

To report possible violations anonymously and in the strictest confidence, call the Office of Student Affairs

or Greek Life at (810)-762-9743. No names will be required.

Greek Life’s Anti-Hazing Policy

I, ___________________________, hereby make known my intentions to join a Greek Letter Organization at my

earliest eligible opportunity.

I understand that I must be in good academic standing and meet the following requirements to pledge/associate

with a fraternity/sorority at Kettering University:

First, I must have completed one full academic term at Kettering (12 passing credits or more), prior to becoming

a pledge/associate member of any Greek Organization.

Second, I must have an 80 Cumulative WGA.

Third, I have read and agree to abide by Kettering University‘s Anti-Hazing Policy.

Finally, I agree to attend the New Member Seminar during my pledging/associating term.

I understand and agree to abide by all University policies with regards to affiliation with a Fraternity/Sorority on

Kettering‘s campus. By signing this card I hereby grant permission to the Office of Student Affairs and any de-

partment therein to utilize the information below to perform periodic grade checks, and add my name to the offi-

cial Greek Rosters. I also consent to allow an official representative of the Greek Letter Organization I choose to

join, to view my grades in the form of a Chapter Grade report during the time that I am an active member of the

Greek Community at Kettering University.

_________________________/_______________________/____________

Signature Print Name (Clearly) Date

__________________________________ ____/____/____

Student ID Number (please print clearly) D.O.B.

Before you can formally associate with any fraternity or sorority on campus, Potential New Members must

fill out an Intent Card (also called a “Green Card”) and turn it into the Office of Greek Life, below is a copy

of the front side of the Intent Card, which lists the University requirements in order to associate with a

Greek-letter organization.

Welcome Class of 2014! Welcome to Kettering! We are very excited to welcome you to campus and we want to encourage you to check out all that the Greek Community at Ket-tering has to offer you as you begin your college experience. The Greek Community has been a large part of campus life through-out most of Kettering’s history. The first fraternal organization was formed on this campus in 1921, and since then the members of the Greek Community have continued to take the lead in al-most every aspect of campus life. Over 37% of the current student body are members of one of our Greek Organizations. There are currently 12 Fraternities and 4 Sororities represented in A-section. These groups are self-governed by three democratic bodies: the IFC or Interfraternity Council governs all of our NIC (North American Interfraternity Conference) Organizations; the Panhellenic Council governs our NPC (National Panhellenic Conference) sororities; the NPHC (National Pan-Hellenic Council) is the governing body for our historically African-American Greek Letter Organizations, most of which are citywide organizations with members from all four local colleges/universities in Flint. There are many opportunities available to the members of the Greek Community which help prepare them to be successful after college. By learning from the lessons of the past our Greek Community is looking forward to a bright future, a future we hope you will choose to become a part of. Many of Kettering’s (GMI’s) prominent alumni are members of our Greek Community, and their successes can be traced back to the decision they made to join a fraternity or sorority while they attended Kettering. Leadership, Scholarship, Fel-lowship, and Service are the foundation of our Greek Community and the values of each organization help to make us all better students, employees, servants of the community, and friends. While many things have changed since the first fraternities were founded at GMI in the 1920’s, the values of the Greek Community continue to be a leading force on this campus. What will be your legacy? Will you standout and rise above the ordinary? Will you seek out opportunities to improve yourself and others? Will you give back to the community in which you live? And are you looking to get the most out of you time at Kettering? I en-courage you to ask questions, explore all your options, and follow your heart to find your place within the Kettering Community and hopefully within the Greek Community as well. I wish you all the best in your first year here, and I look forward to seeing you at our many events throughout the term. Once again, welcome to Kettering. Fraternally Yours, Robert A. Marias Director of Greek Life and Community Service

Every term the Brothers and Sisters of our Fraternities and Sororities GO MAD!!! (Go Out, Make A Difference),

in the community. More volunteer hours are donated and philanthropic dollars raised by the members of the Greek

Community at Kettering University than any other group on campus. This past year over $50,000.00 was raised

through various fundraisers and philanthropic events hosted, sponsored or supported by the members of the Greek

Community. Thousands of volunteer hours are contributed by the Fraternities and Sororities for the betterment of

the campus and its surrounding communities.

This year the Greek Community will be contributing to a number of local charities and national philanthropies. In

September Kettering will be hosting the 2nd Annual Soapbox Derby down Chevrolet Ave. Last year‘s event was a

huge success and this year promises to be event bigger and better. Last winter members of the Up ‘Til Dawn com-

mittee helped to construct a 31 foot tower in the Campus Center to raise money for and awareness of St. Jude Chil-

dren‘s Research Hospital. These are just a few of the many outstanding causes that our Greek Community and our

campus community help out each term. Please feel free to GO MAD while here at Kettering. You don‘t have to be

Greek to GO MAD, but it certainly helps!

Here is a brief list of some of the organizations/causes which our Greek Community contributes to:

Habitat for Humanity, Adopt-A-School, Flint Children‘s Museum, Eastern Michigan Food Bank, The Special Olympics, Big

Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Flint, Adopt-A-Highway, American Red Cross Blood Drive, Greater Flint Arts Council,

Genesee County Humane Society, Engineers Without Boarders, Children‘s Miracle Network, Muscular Dystrophy Association,

St. Jude Children‘s Research Hospital, The American Lung Association, The CRIM festival of races, The American Heart

Association, National Bone Marrow Registry, Aids Awareness, Project Alpha, Sickle Cell Anemia, Mott Park Neighborhood

Association, Fenton Adopt-a-Pet, Flushing VFW, American Cancer Society, Coats for Kids, Toys for Tots, Flint Institute of

Arts, Flint Cultural Center, Keep Genesee County Beautiful and many, many more.

Active: A fully initiated, undergraduate member of a fraternity or sorority.

Alumni: Sorority or fraternity members who are no longer active members of a collegiate chapter.

Bid: A formal invitation to join a fraternity or sorority. The specific format of the bid may vary from chap-

ter to chapter.

Big Brother/Big Sister: An active member assigned to be the personal mentor for a new member.

Chapter: A membership unit of a national or international fraternity or sorority.

Charter: Documentation that an individual chapter is recognized and operated according to the national

fraternity/sorority.

Colony: A newly formed affiliate of a national organization that has not yet received its charter.

Fraternity: A group of men or women who are bound together by ritual ties, beliefs, and common goals.

Interfraternity Council (IFC): The representative governing body of all men’s NIC Fraternities at Ket-

tering.

Initiation: A traditional ritual that brings the pledge/associate/new member into full membership of the

fraternity or sorority.

Intake: The membership recruitment and induction process for the NPHC Organizations on campus.

Legacy: Someone who’s mother, father, sister or brother is a member of a particular Greek-Letter organi-

zation.

Line: A term sometimes used by various culturally based Greek organizations (NPHC) to refer to the

members who joined in the same term.

A Alpha B Beta

Gamma

Delta E Epsilon Z Zeta H Eta

Theta I Iota K Kappa

Lambda M Mu

N Nu

Xi O Omicron

Pi P Rho

Sigma T Tau Y Upsilon

Phi X Chi

Psi

Omega

The Greek Alphabet

Greek 101

How to speak Greek

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC): The representative governing body for the nine tradi-

tionally African American fraternities and sororities.

National Panhellenic Conference (NPC): A conference body composed of 26 national women’s

fraternities, each of which is autonomous as a social, Greek-Letter society of college women, under-

graduates and alumnae.

North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC): The governing body for the 68 collegiate

general fraternities.

Panhellenic Council: The representative governing body of all NPC affiliated and local sororities

at Kettering University.

Probate: A potential member going through the intake process (NPHC)

Intent Card (Green Card): A Kettering University specific card which PNMs or Rushees must

complete and return to the Greek Life office, before pledging/associating with any fraternity or so-

rority on campus.

Recruitment: The designated time period during the term when fraternities and sororities hold

events to recruit new members.

Nationals: A term often used by local chapters to refer to their fraternity’s or sorority’s head quar-

ters, or their internal governing body.

Rushee or PNM (Potential New Member): A student who has not received a bid or otherwise

affiliated with any one particular fraternity or sorority.

Pledge/Associate/New Member: An uninitiated member of a fraternity or sorority, who has

received and accepted a bid, and therefore is affiliated with a particular group, but has not attained

full membership status yet.

Ritual: The secret tradition that ties together the beliefs and standards of a Greek-Letter organiza-

tion.

Sorority: A Greek-letter Organization specifically for women (also referred to as a fraternity in

some cases).

How to speak Greek Continued

The Current State of our Greek Community

IFC Fraternities: 11 Chapters Approx: 275 members

NPC Sororities: 2 Chapters in A-section Approx: 41 members

NPHC Organizations: 3 Active organizations, 3 City-wide groups

Approx: 10 Kettering students are currently active in these organizations. (The above statistics represent A-section organizations only).

The entire Greek Community is approximately 37% of the total student population at Kettering.

IFC WGA for Winter 2008 = 87.183 NPC WGA for Winter 2008 = 88.890

IFC WGA for Summer 2008 = 86.824 NPC WGA for Summer 2008 = 89.479

What will I get out of this?

You will be amazed at what you will get from your Greek experience.

Joining a fraternity/sorority rounds out the college experience. We often say

that you get a complete education in a fraternity/sorority. Greek Life offers

lifelong friends, leadership opportunities, academic support, social and

sporting activities, and increases your networking opportunities when look-

ing for a job or a Co-op.

How will my grades be affected?

Ideally, your grades should improve. Academics must be your first pri-

ority here at Kettering, and all of the chapters know this. The fraternities

and sororities can offer support in time management, tutoring, scholarships,

and class assistance. But remember, you have a choice, and it’s up to you to

make sure that you plan properly, manage your time wisely and seek the

help that is available, either through the chapters or the University.

What are the total costs to be a member of a Greek organization?

Each Greek organization’s dues structure is different. Joining a Greek

organization will usually require a one-time fee made payable to the Na-

tional/International Headquarters. Beyond this the cost will vary based on a

number of different factors including, rent, insurance, meal plans, the chap-

ter’s activity level, and whether everything is included up front, or if it’s pay

as you go.

Will I be hazed?

Hazing has no place in our Greek Community. You absolutely should

not be hazed. You should never participate in any activity that makes you

feel uncomfortable. If you are ever in doubt, you can contact the Office of

Student Affairs or the Greek Life Office for more information or clarification.

(The Anti-Hazing Policy is located in the back of this book for your refer-

ence).

How do I know if my son/daughter is being hazed?

Keep the lines of communication open with your son/daughter and

make sure that you ask what activities he/she is participating in. If your

child hesitates or says that he/she cannot tell you, probe a little further. Ex-

cept for the ritual, your child should be able to describe everything. Some

signs to look for: missing class, overly tired, and/or regular communication

habits change significantly.

If you have any questions about Greek Life at Kettering you can contact the

Director of Greek Life in the Student Affairs Office on the 3rd Floor of the

Campus Center, or by calling 810-762-9743.

Why do you want to join a Greek Organization? If it is to party and re-create scenes from Old School or

Animal House, then please rethink your priorities.

What makes your chapter unique? How long has your organization been on campus?

What kinds of time-obligations are there if I choose to become a new member—both during my new

member period and after?

What is the WGA for the most recent new-member class in the chapter? What is the WGA of the chap-

ter?

Do all members participate equally in community service?

Does the chapter disclose the contents of its new member

education program?

What percentage of the members are involved in other

student organizations on campus?

Do you know the financial requirements for mem-

bership?

What alumni/alumnae connections are available

through the organization?

What are some things the chapter does well?

What does the chapter need to improve on?

What are some of the things your chapter has

planned for this year?

What new ideas does your chapter have for this

term? How about this year?

Do you have an notable alumni/alumnae? From

this chapter?

Money Matters The average cost to live in a Fraternity House at Kettering is

$1,700.00/term

This includes: membership dues, most (if not all) utilities, in most cases home cooked meals, study groups, rec-

reation facilities (Volleyball, Pool tables, etc.), laundry facilities, in house computer networks, and Life Long

Friends.

The average cost to live in the Campus Village Apartments:

$1,600.00/term

Food not included, utilities and amenities may vary. Price will vary dependant upon the type of apartment.

Off-campus housing varies greatly in cost as well as in the condition of the houses available for rent. Even if the

price is cheaper than a fraternity house…

You will get more for your Dollar by Joining the

Greek Community.

1. Attend as many of the scheduled recruitment events

from as many different chapters as you can, so you can

get a feel for which chapter you have common ground

with.

2. Go on the National Websites to see what their National

organization is all about.

3. Talk to other “rushees” to get a sense of who may be

interested in the same chapter you are interested in.

These people could potentially be in your new member

class.

4. If you have questions, feel free to go to the Greek Life

Office and ask Robert Marias. Robert can be reached by

e-mail at [email protected], or at 810-762-9743.

5. If you receive multiple bids, carefully consider each

Chapter before deciding on which one seems to fit you

best.

6. Make up your own mind. You need to make the decision

that is right for YOU, regardless of what other people

might say or feel, and regardless of who your friends

decide to join. (You can still be friends, even if you’re in

a different fraternity/sorority).

A Historical Summary of the Greek

community at Kettering University

The first fraternal organization was organized at GMI in 1921. Five years later the first officially recog-

nized organization was formed. The founding of White Elephants in 1926 ushered in a new age in the his-

tory of GMI/Kettering.

The following year two additional fraternities would be formed;

Gamma Mu Tau and Phi Kappa Epsilon.

In 1928 four additional groups would be founded on campus, bringing the total number of organizations

on campus to seven. Alpha Delta, Beta Tau Sigma, Gilgal, Phi Sigma Phi. The President of the IFC in

1928 was Wilbur Jones.

In 1929, Phi Tau Alpha was founded.

In 1932 Alpha Gamma Upsilon was founded around the same time period Beta Tau Sigma merged with the

White Elephants. The remaining eight organizations would make up the IFC for the next 21 years. In 1953

Beta Alpha Epsilon was founded, followed by Kappa Sigma Kappa and the Eleventh Fellowship in 1954,

which would become known as Delta Chi Rho in 1955. In 1955 White Elephants changed its name to

Omega Epsilon.

BAE Kappa Sigma Kappa Delta Chi Rho

The Greek Community remains a strong and active part of campus life at GMI throughout the 1950‘s and

into the 1960‘s when the University gained its national accreditation. As a result the fraternities sought na-

tional association and so beginning in 1963 the first of many name changes would take place as the local

organizations would become chapters of national fraternal organizations. In 1963 Omega Epsilon became

Alpha Tau Omega, Gamma Tau Mu became Delta Tau Delta, Delta Chi Rho became Sigma Nu,

Phi Kappa Epsilon became Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Sigma Phi became Sigma Chi, and Kappa Sigma

Kappa became Theta Xi. In 1964 Gilgal became Lambda Chi Alpha, followed by Beta Alpha

Epsilon becoming Beta Theta Pi, and Alpha Gamma Upsilon becoming Phi Gamma Delta, and

Alpha Delta which became Phi Delta Theta in 1965. The last of the original organization would go

national in 1966, Phi Tau Alpha would become Sigma Alpha Epsilon.

In 1969 the first new fraternity in over a decade expanded on campus, Phi Eta Psi was the first

fraternal organization for African American men at GMI.

In the 1970‘s another first for the GMI/Kettering Greek Community came about with the official recogni-

tion of sororities on campus along with the expansion of the culturally based organizations. In 1973 the

Theta Tau chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc, was established at GMI. Also, in 1973 Theta Phi Al-

pha became the first recognized sorority on campus. In 1975 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.,

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Beta Sigma Theta Sorority and Alpha Sigma Alpha

Sorority joined the Greek. Community at then GMI. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ar-

rived on campus in 1976, along with Omega Epsilon Omicron. In 1978 Beta Sigma Phi

became the third non-culturally based sorority on campus.

ATO

Also, in 1978 another culturally based organization arrived on campus in the form of Omega Psi

Phi.

Throughout the 1980‘s the Greek Community continued to play a prominent role on campus and

within the local community. In 1986 members of Beta Sigma Phi split off and joined the national sorority

known as Alpha Gamma Delta. This would be the only significant change to the Greek Community for the

next ten years.

In 1996 under the direction of the Greek Director a new organization was colonized, Delta Chi fraternity be-

came the newest member of the Greek Community at GMI. In 1998 Alpha Tau Omega was disbanded and

their chapter house on Dupont St became a youth center. Also, in 1998 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was es-

tablished on Kettering‘s campus.

In 2002, members of Beta Sigma Phi in A-section decided to go national and became Alpha Phi. In 2003

Theta Phi Alpha sorority was disbanded although, their alumnae remain active in the community to this day.

It is quite clear that the Greek Community has had a long and colorful history on this campus. A history

which has its high and low points as any history does. But the current Greek Community is stronger than

ever. With 11 NIC fraternities, 3 NPHC organizations and 4 NPC sororities. The current Greek Community

accounts for more than 30% of the total student population at Kettering.

The names may change, the colors may be different, but the values, life-lessons, and

friendships will continue to excel on this campus far into the future.

Greek Week 2009 will take place from July 13th through July

18th. With events scheduled on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs-

day, Friday and Saturday. Check out the Greek bulletin

board for more information and details of the events.

Kettering has three Nationally recognized Greek Honor Societies:

Order of Omega—the Greek Leadership Honor Society

Gamma Sigma Alpha—the Greek Academic Honor Society

Rho Lambda—the Pan-Hellenic Honor Society

Each year a select few, outstanding Greek Leaders are invited to join these prestigious groups.

As a part of the Greek Community these organizations serve to honor those who rise above the

rest and to encourage excellence within the Greek Community.

Each of these societies have formal membership requirements which focus on leadership, aca-

demics, and service to others. For more information please stop by the Greek Life Office in Stu-

dent Affairs, or check out their websites:

Greetings New Students!

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Kettering University. Hopefully you have al-

ready met many of my fellow Greek members, and they have helped you take the fist step to-

wards the rest of your life. During the next four years, you will experience many things that

you will remember for the rest of your life. Be sure to study hard so you can have fun and

make those memories great.

Since college is a place to create yourself, I‘m going to give you a little insight as to

what you will be able to do. You can choose what you‘ll want to do for the rest of your life,

including engineering, business, or pre-med. Interesting in helping the community? Kettering

Real Service could use another helping hand. Kettering Student Government can‘t run without

the students. There are many other clubs that will be available to you here at KU, and if you

can‘t find it, then make it. There is always room for another club that expands the experiences

of the students. Want to make some money? Jobs are available as a referee, at the recreation

center, or as a tour guide showing prospective students what Kettering has to offer them. What-

ever you decide to do, you are going to meet many new people, maybe even your next best

friend. While all of these things are available to you, they aren‘t going to find you. One thing

Kettering teaches you is that opportunities are available and waiting for you to take them. I

can‘t tell you what you‘ll do, but I can suggest how to do it. One way to help you do the things

I mentioned, and more, is to become a member of the Greek community. Our Greek commu-

nity currently makes up a large percentage of the student population, and for a good reason.

Kettering University‘s Greek Life is a large part of student life and encourages participation on

campus.

Greek life is about learning, leading, and helping. Our motto highlights four main

points vital to our system. These points are community, knowledge, service and leaders. Greek

members are involved with many activities both on and off campus in the Flint community.

Don‘t believe me? See for yourself. During first couple weeks of school, there will be many

events on campus that will showcase the Greek community and its members. You will be able

to meet many members and see the diversity that we bring to campus. There will be recruitment

events by the individual fraternities throughout this semester. Each house is unique, making it

possible for everyone to find a place that is right for them. I urge

you to read about the different Greek Organizations in this guide-

book and find out what we‘re all about. Be sure to visit each and

every house. Remember, these are the best times of your life, so

have fun and try new things. Enjoy your first semester of college,

and I‘ll see you around campus!

Best Regards,

Brandon Schinzel

President, Inter-Fraternity Council – A Section

Kettering University

Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC)

Nickname: Betas

National Founding Date:

August 8, 1839

(Inter)-National website:

www.betathetapi.org

Chapter Name/designation: Delta Eta-A

Local Founding Date: 1964

Local Website:

Under Construction

Motto: Firmam Consensus Facit

Cooperation Makes Strength

Chapter Colors: Pink and Blue

Philanthropy/Community Service:

Flint Children‘s Museum, Adopt-a-Pet

Shelter

Famous Alumni:

Sam Walton,

Richard Karn,

Adam West

Contact info:

Name: Matthieu Setliff-President

E-mail: [email protected]

Phone: 330-261-1314

Beta Theta Pi The Delta Eta Chapter of Beta Theta Pi is a fraternity that continues the legacy

started in Miami, Ohio one hundred sixty nine years ago. This legacy is one that was

created by college students looking to start a fraternity that would maintain strong

values throughout the generations. These values, recently brought back with new

vigor through the Men of Principle initiative, include: cultivation of the intellect,

community, responsible leadership, lifelong brotherhood, and responsible social

conduct. These values bring the best qualities out of all members, no matter what

their traits or skills are when they enter the fraternity. Members are always chal-

lenged to become the best man that they can be by honing their strengths and their

weaknesses.

Becoming a member of the Delta Eta Colony is a great training ground for

any involvement in a professional career. All members have the potential of becom-

ing on officer as soon as they join, no matter what their class standing or experience

in the chapter. This creates a strong involvement for all members through added re-

sponsibility and organizational skills. Additionally, the expanding diversity of the

chapter will spawn many new interactions with people that think differently or simi-

larly, always united by the values of Beta Theta Pi. Learning to live with the differ-

ences and accept one another will define members as ―Betas‖ and as a very strong

member of any organization in the future.

The colony is a great place for one to expand their commitment to the com-

munity. All members are actively involved in community service and philanthropy

events year round. Delta Eta has a great relationship with the Flint Children‘s Mu-

seum, committing many hours a term to assist whenever needed. Members also vol-

unteer at a local animal shelter in Fenton, MI that has opened in the old chapter

house. The colony has plans to hold a fundraising drive for the Flint Children‘s Mu-

seum during this summer. The members of the Delta Eta colony also actively par-

ticipate in other organizations community service and philanthropy events both on

campus, in Flint, and the Greater Detroit area. This commitment to the community

is critical to making a difference and creating a positive change in any community,

especially the ones that we call home.

The Delta Eta Colony is looking for more men that are responsible leaders

in many different aspects of life. These men will help to build the foundations of a

strong Kettering Fraternity that will be known for breaking the stereotypes of the

Greek Fraternal system.

Nickname: D-Chi


October 13th, 1890


www.deltachi.org

Chapter Name/designation: Kettering-A


Local Website:

asection.ketteringdeltachi.org

Motto: Leges—Law

Chapter Colors: Red and Buff


Jimmy V Foundation, Adopt a Highway,

Flint Institute of Arts, FIRST Robotics

Famous Alumni:

Alex Albrecht,

Ashton Kutcher,

Kevin Costner

Contact info:

Name: Greg Tamanini-President


Phone: 248-613-2821

Delta Chi The Kettering-A chapter of the Delta Chi Fraternity has only been chartered for 10

years now but we have made long strides in becoming influential members of both

the local community and that of Kettering University. With a house that is only two

blocks away from campus our diverse group of gentlemen consists of a wide range

of majors and interests, such as sports, videogames, movies, camping and music,

who have found common ground in many activities and in the common bond of our

fraternity. All of our members are encouraged to take on leadership roles in and out

of our chapter while still stressing the importance of schoolwork.

We are actively raising funds for our organizations national philanthropy the Jimmy

V Foundation. We also conduct valet parking at the Flint Institute of Arts, sort

canned food at local food banks and are currently in the process of adopting a high-

way near campus. Some of our members have become full time mentors for FIRST

Robotics teams as well.

We are always looking for new men to become our brothers, so come say hi any-

time!

Nickname: Delts


January 1, 1858


http://www.delts.org

Chapter Name/designation:

Epsilon Iota A

Local Founding Date: March 23, 1963

Local Website:

www.kettering.edu/~dtd/

Motto:

"Committed to Lives of Excellence"

Chapter Colors:

Royal Purple, Gold and White


Adopt-A-School

Famous Alumni:

Will Ferrell,

John Elway,

Drew Carey

Contact info:

Name: Tom Reineking-President


Phone: (810) 232-0760 (house #)

Delta Tau Delta Delta Tau Delta fraternity is built on the principles of Truth, Faith, Courage,

and Power. The atmosphere of the Epsilon Iota A chapter is conducive to all kinds of

activities, from academic achievement and lifelong learning to intramural sports and

strengthening the community through service. On the surface, it may appear that we

just want to have a good time—which we do—but there‘s far more than first meets

the eye with DTD. One such example is in the fraternity's community service pro-

gram, Adopt-A-School. Each member is able to reach out to the community by at-

tending a local elementary school and, not only helping students learn, but also posi-

tively influencing them to grow beyond the classroom.

The fraternity is much more than a social organization and a place to live.

"Committed to Lives of Excellence" is not just a mission statement, it is our mission.

And thus, it drives our actions. Delta Tau Delta helps to develop its members‘ leader-

ship skills, facilitate their growth, and provide an environment to enjoy and take the

most from their collegiate experience. Our house prides itself in differences: appear-

ance, background, belief, taste—we use all of these to our advantage to make our

house an enjoyable place (even for non-members!) to work, relax, study, or have fun.

Lambda Chi Alpha We are the brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, which was founded in 1909. We

are one of the largest men's general fraternities in North America with more than

258,000 initiated members, with more than 200 active chapters at colleges and univer-

sities. As associated members and initiated members work together to build their in-

terpersonal skills, we hold high expectations from each and every one of our members;

to act as gentleman and nothing less. We have members which are involved in campus

activities and inter-fraternal organizations, such as IFC, SAE, Firebirds Club, Outdoors

Club, Paintball Club, Ski/Snowboard Club, and Prep for Success/Discover Kettering.

Our ideals and creed are what guide us through life as undergraduates at Ket-

tering University and beyond. We demonstrate loyalty, duty, respect, service and

stewardship, honor, integrity, and personal courage; it‘s no wonder that the U.S Mili-

tary follows the same seven core values. One of our ideals is to show compassion and

care for our community (ies). We do this by proudly volunteering to help other organi-

zations. We have done valet charity events for McLaren and Hurley Hospitals, we

hold our traditional 48 Hours of Volleyball event for the United Way each summer, we

hand out water to those participating in the CRIM race (as well as words of encourage-

ment), and we recently have also have done a bowling for kids event at one of the local

bowling alleys.

Nickname: Choppers, Lambda Chis


November 2, 1909


www.lambdachi.org


Lambda Epsilon ‗A‘ Zeta

Local Founding Date: May 9, 1964

Local Website: www.ketteringlca.com

Motto: Vir Quisque Vir

(Every Man a Man)

Chapter Colors:

Purple, Green, and Gold


48 Hours of Volleyball event for the

United Way, we hand out water to those

participating in the CRIM race, and a

bowling for kids event at Galaxy Lanes

Famous Alumni:

Kenny Chesney,

Harry S. Truman,

Ron Paul

Contact info:

Name: B. Malay Gupta


Phone: 440-263-1255

Nickname: Phi Delts


December 26, 1848

International website:

www.phideltatheta.org


Michigan Delta

Local Founding Date: February 13, 1965

Local Website: ketteringa.phideltatheta.org

(note: there is no ‘www.’)

Motto: All for One and One for All

Chapter Colors: Argent and Azure

Philanthropy/Community Service: Duck

Race, Valet Parking, Big Brothers Big

Sisters

Famous Alumni:

Benjamin Harrison,

Neil Armstrong,

Burt Reynolds

Contact info:

Name: Pierre-Charles Dubé-President


or [email protected]

Phone: 248.251.3547

Phi Delta theta Welcome to the Michigan Delta Chapter of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity! The

foundations upon which our Fraternity was built are our Three Cardinal Principles

of Friendship, Sound Learning, and Moral Rectitude. The bonds and friendships

formed among the brothers of Phi Delta Theta are strong and lasting! At Phi Delta

Theta, we are more than a Fraternity, we are scholars. We put our educations first

and foremost. We strive for excellence in everything that we do. We stand firm for

the things in which we believe and in doing what we believe is right. This notion

not only applies to our school work, but to our everyday lives, especially when it

comes to helping the outside community become a better place.

Phi Delta Theta is committed to giving back. Every year the Fraternity spon-

sors and attends several philanthropy / community service events. These events

range from assisting at the Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl-A-Thon to helping out

at the CRIM Race. The biggest events put on by Phi Delta Theta are the annual

Duck Race and valet parking. Our Duck Race benefits the Special Olympics of

Michigan, Area XIII for the Genesee – Lapeer region. Brothers find local corpo-

rate sponsors, such as restaurants and flower shops, as well as many members of

the Kettering community, to make donations for the Special Olympics. For the last

several years, Phi Delta Theta has been able to donate several hundred dollars

each year. Phi Delta Theta also participates in valet parking for an evening. All of

the tips accumulated throughout the course of the night are donated to a different

beneficiary. This last school year, Phi Delta Theta was able to donate to the ALS

Foundation. There are several other events in the making for this up and coming

academic year including cleaning up local area parks and lending a hand at a soup

kitchen, or two.

mailto:[email protected]

FIJI

Nickname: Fiji, or Phi Gam


May 1, 1848

National Website:

www.phigam.org

Chapter Name: Alpha Gamma

Local Founding Date:

November 7, 1964

Local Website:

www.ketteringfiji.com

Motto:

Philotes Glukutate Dunasteia

Friendship; the Sweetest Influence

Chapter Colors: Royal Purple


Adopt-A-Highway Clean-up, 3 on 3 Bas-

ketball Tournament for the Red Cross,

CRIM Teddy Bear Trot

Famous Members:

Calvin Coolidge,

Roger Penske,

Dean Smith

Contact Info:

Name: Zach Cain—President


Phone: 810-627-9194

Phi Gamma Delta Phi Gamma Delta (Fiji) exists to promote lifelong friendships, to reaffirm

high ethical standards and values, and to foster personal development in the pur-

suit of excellence. We are committed to providing opportunities to each brother to

develop responsibility, leadership, scholarship and social skills to become a fully

contributing member of society.

As Fiji‘s we strive to not only better ourselves but better the world that

we live in. We participate regularly in a highway clean-up along the stretch of I-75

between the Corona and Miller Rd exits. We also hold an annual 3 on 3 basketball

tournament to raise money for a deserving charity. Every year we volunteer at the

CRIM helping out with the Teddy Bear Trot Run for kids as well. Recently we

have expanded outside our usual philanthropy events to help the Vietnam Veter-

ans of America Chapter in Lapeer, with both the construction of a ramp for a dis-

abled veteran and volunteering at a Moving Wall Memorial.

We know fraternities have a lot of stereotypes associated with them. None

of us planned on joining one, but we would all agree that it‘s one of the best deci-

sions we‘ve made. We are not saying Greek life is for everyone. But once you

look past the Greek letters, the purple shirts, crazy rush events it boils down to one

thing; a great group of guys that you could be a part of. So if you want to know

more about us put this booklet down and come out to the house or catch one of our

Rush events. We‘ll be around and we‘d be excited to get to know you.

Flint Township

Kettering

University

Flint

Flint

FIJI

Kettering

Nickname: Pikes


March 1, 1868


www.pikes.org


Zeta Alpha A


Local Website:

http://www.kettering.edu/~pikesa/

Motto: Once A Pike, Always A Pike

Chapter Colors: Garnet and Old Gold

Philanthropy/Community Service: Red

Cross Blood Drive, Spaghetti on Ice,

St. Jude's Children's Hospital

Famous Alumni:

Tim McGraw,

Jon Stewart,

Bobby Bowden

Contact info:

Name: Matthew Baibak-President


Phone: 248-778-7454

Pi KAPPA ALPHA Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity is a Greek letter, secret, college, social frater-

nity. It is composed of men who share similar ideals of friendship, truth, honor, and

loyalty. The Fraternity's ideals are expressed in the written words and symbols of a

secret ritual. These ideals and members' ability to maintain the visions of the Frater-

nity's founders are the great moral legacy of Pi Kappa Alpha.

Pi Kappa Alpha was founded at the University of Virginia on March 1, 1868. At the

time, the University of Virginia was the fifth largest school in the United States. Only

Harvard, Yale, Cornell and Michigan were bigger. The University of Virginia is con-

sidered the first truly American state university because it was the first to be estab-

lished totally free from religious control.

The essence of the Founders' vision for Pi Kappa Alpha can be found in its Preamble.

A committee was first suggested by Brother William Alexander "to draw up a state-

ment of the origin and the organization of the Fraternity." The committee was com-

posed of brothers Robertson Howard and Littleton Waller Tazewell. The resulting

statement is now referred to as the Preamble.

"For the establishment of friendship on a firmer and more lasting basis;

for the promotion of brotherly love and kind feeling;

for the mutual benefit and advancement of the interests of those with whom we sympa-

thize and deem worthy of our regard;

We have resolved to form a Fraternity, believing that, thus we can most successfully

accomplish our object."

http://www.pikes.org

http://www.kettering.edu/~pikesa/


Nickname: SAE


March 9th, 1856


sae.net and/or thetgi.net


Michigan Epsilon


Local Website: Under construction

Motto: The True Gentleman

(not really a motto, more of a way of

living)

Chapter Colors:

Old gold and Royal purple


Varies from Year to Year

Famous Alumni:

David Spade,

Phil Jackson,

Nick Lachey

Contact info:

Name: Shaun Yuchasz-President


Phone: (586)-838-7331

Sigma Alpha Epsilon The Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity is North America's largest social fraternity,

founded in 1856. Over the past 152 years Sigma Alpha Epsilon has initiated over

285,000 members, which makes us the largest fraternity in the world. The mission of

Sigma Alpha Epsilon is to promote the highest standards of friendship, scholarship,

and service for our members based upon the ideals set forth by our Founders and as

specifically enunciated in our creed, the True Gentleman:

The True Gentleman is the man whose conduct proceeds from good will and an acute

sense of propriety, and whose self-control is equal to all emergencies; who does not

make the poor man conscious of his poverty, the obscure man of his obscurity, or any

man of his inferiority or deformity; who is himself humbled if necessity compels him

to humble another; who does not flatter wealth, cringe before power, or boast of his

own possessions or achievements; who speaks with frankness but always with sincerity

and sympathy; whose deed follows his word; who thinks of the rights and feelings of

others, rather than his own; and who appears well in any company, a man with whom

honor is sacred and virtue safe.

Currently, the Michigan Epsilon chapter at Kettering University resides on six acres of

land with access to the Flint river and a large yard with sand volleyball and a half-court

basketball court. Currently, there are plans to build a new house to be open by the

2010 school year.


Nickname: Sigs

National Founding Date: June 28, 1855

(Inter)-National website: Sigmachi.org

Chapter Name/designation: Zeta Theta

Local Founding Date: November 9, 1963

Local Website: Sigmachigmi.com

Motto: In Hoc Signo Vinces

In this sign you will conquer

Chapter Colors: Blue and Old Gold


Children‘s Miracle Network, Huntsman

Cancer Institute

Famous Alumni:

Grover Cleveland,

Brad Pitt,

John Wayne

Contact info:

Name: Ryan Scully-President


Phone: 810-577-3146

Sigma Chi ―Real men join fraternities, Leaders of men join Sigma Chi‖ – John Wayne, Sigma

Chi at USC class of 1929

Sigma Chi has been standing strong as a superior character-building organization

for the past 46 years at GMI/Kettering University. Our passionate and dedicated

members are actively involved in student government and many other organizations

and clubs. We are proven leaders in the classroom, on campus and in the commu-

nity. Every year our chapter donates hundreds of hours of community service.

Over the past couple years Kettering has recognized Sigma Chi with Chapter of the

Year and Community Service Chapter of the Year awards, in addition to several

other prestigious awards. Sigma Chi is also very active in Kettering‘s intramural

sports program, winning several championship games including indoor and outdoor

soccer, basketball, and softball within the past year We have won a total of 23

Peterson Significant Chapter Awards; the highest and most prominent award given

out from Sigma Chi.

The fraternity of Sigma Chi has attracted leaders all of kinds including well known

public figures such as, Drew Brees, John Wayne and Brad Pitt. Sigma Chi is a

leadership organization that welcomes men of all different temperaments, talents

and convictions. Due to its honorable track record and respected achievements,

Sigma Chi has grown to become one of the largest fraternities in the world with

nearly 220,000 active undergraduate members!

The Zeta Theta Chapter of Sigma Chi at Kettering University is located in a great

neighborhood in beautiful Flushing, Michigan, just a few minutes from campus.

Over the past couple of years our home has undergone many renovations to make

our beautiful house even nicer! Our chapter‘s Derby Days fundraiser will be held

August 3rd-8th. Sigma Chi seeks those that have the potential to be great leaders at

school, in our fraternity, and in the community. We are more than happy to meet

anyone interested in sharing our lifetime experience. Come out to see us in Flush-

ing, the door is always open!


Nickname: SigNus, Snakes


January 1, 1869


www.sigmanu.com

Chapter Name/designation: Eta Mu

Local Founding Date: May 4, 1963

Local Website: www.deltachirho.com

Motto: Love, Honor, Truth

Excelling with Honor

Chapter Colors: Black, White, and Gold

Philanthropy/Community Service: St.

Jude Children‘s Research Hospital, real

SERVICE

Famous Alumni:

Chet Huber (HM Alumnus),

Bob Barker,

Eli Manning

Contact info:

Name: Nick Roggenbuck-President


Phone 810-837-1554

Sigma NU The Brothers of Sigma Nu would like to congratulate and welcome you all to

Kettering University! Probably by now, many of you will have undoubtedly noticed

the strong Greek Life on campus. Speaking on behalf of the whole Greek community

we encourage you to check out the many different fraternities. There are a lot of

stereotypes associated with fraternities but we hope you will look past them and find

the truth out for yourselves, each house is different and has something to offer you as

you grow and learn at Kettering.

Sigma Nu, especially the chapter here at Kettering is based on the principles

of Love, Honor and Truth. As one of the smaller sized chapters on campus we offer a

unique experience to our members. In this house, you are not just some number, your

voice is not ignored, every member has the opportunity to directly (and significantly)

impact the future of this chapter. We help leaders develop their skills so they can have

a greater impact the campus, the community and on the world.

Our house is located about five miles from campus, in the town of Flushing.

We pride ourselves with how clean and well kept the house is and welcome you to

come and visit it, but not only that, we welcome you to check out all the other houses

and compare them to our own. Our chapter also boasts some of the greatest and

strongest supporting Alumni to have ever graduated from this school.

We understand you might not know much about fraternities, but let us assure

you, we are not your typical fraternity. Please, take the opportunity to see for your-

self, check out the different houses, weigh what each one has to offer. Odds are you

will probably find some place where YOU fit in and where YOU can get as much as

you give to your college experience. Take care and welcome again!

http://www.sigmanu.com

http://www.deltachirho.com

Nickname: TX

National Founding Date: April 29, 1864


http://www.thetaxi.org/


Kappa Sigma - A

Local Founding Date: August 20, 1962

Local Website: http://www.tx-ks.org/

Motto: Juncti Juvant

United They Serve

Chapter Colors: Azure Blue and Silver


Multiple Sclerosis funding and Habitat

for Humanity

Famous Alumni:

Jim Davis (Garfield creator),

Jack Lindquist,

Walter Borst (GM Treasurer)

Contact info:

Name: Brandon Adams-President

E-mail: [email protected];

Phone: 612-669-5123,

810-875-9832 (house number)

Theta Xi Theta Xi Fraternity is a national leader in the educational and social

development of its members. Our success and diversity have been

celebrated by over 60,000 members, nationally, since 1864.

The Purpose of Theta Xi is to provide a college home environment for

its active members in which fellowship and alumni guidance lead to

wholesome mental, moral, physical and spiritual growth. Our chapter of Theta Xi exemplifies this purpose in its members and environment. Our members push themselves and each other towards the embodiment of our purposes, and greatness. We always strive to assist both across campus and across the community.

Greetings Ladies,

On behalf of the Greek Women and advisors, I would like to welcome you to Kettering University and the

next chapter of your life. We‘re all excited to meet you and welcome you to our community. I‘m sure at this point

you‘ve run into some of my fellow Greeks during Freshmen Move-In, COMPASS, and Orientation, whether or not

you were aware of it.

Making the jump from high school to college can be intimidating, yet exciting. The haste to be out of the

structured life of high school, to the freedom of college, is only dampened by the fear of the unknown. What will it

be like to live in the dorms? What are professors like; do they really lock you out of the class room if you‘re late?

How do I make new friends? What clubs do I want to join? The list goes on. My advice to you, take it one step at a

time and you‘ll find the transition can be quite easy.

Now some of you are probably wondering about Greek Life here at Kettering University, and if you

aren‘t, I challenge you to explore our Greek Community. As you spend time on campus, you will soon notice that

Kettering has an especially radiant and dynamic Greek Life. Greeks here, however, are not the same that you see in

the media and stereotyped in the world today. Our community takes great pride in fostering leadership, scholar-

ship, and service in our community. The Panhellenic Sororities on this campus, Alpha Sigma Alpha and Alpha Phi,

each host several philanthropic and service events each semester. In addition, the Panhellenic Council also holds

service and academic events, such as working at the Humane Society and raising money for the Student Civic En-

gagement Center (SCEC). Not only are the Greeks on this campus involved in the community, but we also hold the

majority of the leadership positions on campus, including Kettering Student Government, Kettering LEADERS,

Student Ambassadors, etc.

So our Greeks aren‘t the crazy stereotypes that you see in the movies or in the news, but why should you

join? Being a woman at Kettering is very different than being a woman at other universities, mostly because we are

vastly out numbered. Joining a Greek organization is a great way to meet and bond with other women on campus.

From powering through late night study sessions to a girls‘ night out, your sorority sisters are there to support and

guide you through thick and thin. I am confident that you will find a sisterhood to call your family away from

home, a place where you are unconditionally accepted and belong, and sisters who will be your rock at work and

school. So don‘t be shy, come out to the various events we are hosting this term. Even if you don‘t think sorority

life is right for you, come and meet some of the other women here at Kettering!

Good luck in your first semester. We look forward to meeting you.

Best Regards,

Natalie Reeder

Panhellenic Council President – A-Section


Panhellenic Council

Nickname: A-Phis


September 30, 1872 National Website:

www.alphaphi.org No. of Chapters: 145 Chapter Name:

Iota Epsilon Local Founding Date:

September 5, 2000 Local Chapter Name:

N/A Local Website:

www.kettering.edu/~alphia Motto: Union Hand in Hand Chapter Colors:

Silver and Bordeaux Philanthropy/ Community Service:

Alpha Phi Foundation Cardiac Care

Famous Members:

Jeri Ryan Kimberly Williams

Susie Berning Contact: Elizabeth Cook—President [email protected]

Alpha Phi "Sisterhood is many things. It's a warm smile on a cold and rainy day, a friendly hug, a

cheerful hello... It's all that a good and lasting friendship is, only better. It's treasured.

It's sacred. It's knowing that there will always be someone there for you. It's dreams

shared, and goals achieved. It's counting on others and being counted on. It is real."

Every year, Alpha Phi International sponsors a Cardiac Care Month to raise public aware-

ness about cardiovascular disease—the #1 killer of women in North America. Collegiate

and alumnae chapters nationwide hold events to help their communities learn more about

the causes, prevention, and treatment of heart disease. The Kettering chapter holds many

events, including: a jump rope competition, raffle, and "hold onto your hearts" poker tour-

nament yearly to raise awareness and funds for the foundation. Additionally, sisters vol-

unteer on weekends at Home of Mercy, which is a Flint-based non-profit organization that

offers housing and assistance to future mothers through their pregnancy and post-

childbirth.

When we aren't raising awareness and volunteering, we remain on top academi-

cally, while participating in intramural sports and many organizations on campus. We

have active members in outdoors club, engineers without borders, institute of industrial

engineers (IIE), society of women engineers (SWE), student government, and Kettering

Leader's Fellows. We are currently the reigning champs for women's water polo and

women's volleyball and placed third in A-tourney volleyball.

Nickname: Alpha Sigs


November 15, 1901 National Website:

www.alphasigmaalpha.org No. of Chapters: 143 Chapter Name:

Delta Nu-A Local Founding Date:

May 10, 1975 Local Chapter Name:

N/A Local Website:

www.kettering.edu/orgs/asaa/wstart.html

Motto: Aspire, Seek, Attain Chapter Colors:

Crimson and Pearl White Philanthropy/ Community Service:

S. June Smith Center Special Olympics

Famous Members:

Frieda Riley Emma Coleman Frost

Dr. S. June Smith Contact: Sarah Pachciarz — President [email protected] 810-287-3906

AlpHa Sigma Alpha Alpha Sigma Alpha‘s goal is to obtain Spiritual, Social, Intellectual, and Physical devel-

opment of it‘s members. These four aims help to guide members to grow as individuals

and as a chapter. As one of our founders, Louise Cox Carper once stated "The fundamen-

tal purpose of a sorority is to cultivate those qualities which will help its members meet

more successfully the events of life. A sorority is the training ground for the cultivation of

the act of living in harmony with other people."

Alpha Sigma Alpha Delta Nu – A chapter has strong roots within philanthropy. Nation-

ally, Alpha Sigma Alpha supports the Special Olympics and the S. June Smith Center.

Locally Delta Nu-A has been known to support such organizations as Big Brothers Big

Sisters, The Humane Society, the American Cancer Society through Relay for Life, the

American Diabetes Association through Tour De Cure, and many more.

Delta Nu-A Chapter first began as a local sorority on the campus of GMI in October of

1973. A year later, in April of 1974, it became a colony of Alpha Sigma Alpha. We re-

ceived our charter on May 10th, 1975 with eight founding members. Our first was on Du-

pont Street. Prior to this house, members lived in the residence hall. In March 1976 the

chapter initiated its first pledge class of 5 women. In the seventies and early eighties we

shared a house with Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. In 1982, we moved into a house in Swartz

Creek. Members then lived in Campus apartments before moving into our current location

in Flint on 6th street near the Flint Cultural Center.

Greek Leaders—The Governing Councils

Did You Know?

All but three US Presidents since 1825 have been Greek

85% of Fortune 500 executives are Greek

Nationally, 71% of Greeks graduate, while only 50% on non-Greeks

graduate (Here at Kettering it’s 77% Greeks compared to only 54% non-

Greeks)

All of the Apollo 11 Astronauts were Greek

As Undergraduates, Greeks raise approximately $8 million per year for

charities/

As Undergraduates, Greeks give approximately 900,000 volunteer hours

per year

With all this power to impact the world around us it may seem surprising

that only 2% of the U.S. population are members of Greek organizations.

Welcome Students,

On behalf of the National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations, I would like to congratulate you

on your decision to attend Kettering University. That decision alone proves your willingness to

achieve greatness and to succeed in the future.

As an incoming student, you have the opportunity of starting with a blank canvas in which to

create your future. Use this opportunity to step outside of your comfort zone and explore all

that Kettering has to offer, but always ensure that education is your highest priority. There‘s

not a better time to get involved in campus activities and organizations than your freshmen

year! Greek life is a great way to continuously grow your leadership skills, give back to the

community and create lifelong relationships.

There are currently five of the nine NPHC organizations that comprise this council: Alpha Phi

Alpha Fraternity, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Zeta Phi Beta So-

rority, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity. As historical African-American organizations, we strive to

positively impact the Greater Flint community through various community service projects,

provide cultural awareness, and at the same time build strong ties through brotherhood and

sisterhood. The majority of the chapters are city-wide chapters, which means that our member-

ship includes students at other universities in the Flint area. This gives our council the advan-

tage to impact and create friendships with the students at all of the Flint colleges and universi-

ties.

So my challenge to you is to succeed academically, grow professionally and become involved

in Greek Life. The prestigious Greek Organizations of the NPHC will offer you the opportunity

to have fun while obtaining leadership skills and providing service to those around you.

Again, welcome to Kettering University and good luck with your future endeavors! If you have

any questions please feel free to speak with any NPHC member or

email us at [email protected].

Best Regards,

Jenae Moore

Vice President, NPHC

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated

National Pan-Hellenic Council

Nickname: Alphas


December 4, 1906

National Website:

www.alphaphialpha.net

Chapter Name: Theta Tau


July 28, 1973

Local Website:

www.kettering.edu/~apa-06

Motto: First of All, Servants of

All, We Shall Transcend All

Chapter Colors:

Black and Old Gold

Philanthropy/

Community Service:

Project Alpha

Frat Madness

(Sickle Cell Anemia Basketball

Game)

Famous Members:

Martin Luther King, Jr.,

Jessie Owens,

Lionel Richie

Contact info:

Name: James Glover


Phone: 313-999-8611

Alpha Phi Alpha A Brief History of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Since its founding on December 4, 1906, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has supplied

voice and vision to the struggle of African-Americans and people of color around the

world.

Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African-

Americans, was founded at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York by seven college men

who recognized the need for a strong bond of Brotherhood among African descendants in

this country. The visionary founders, known as the "Jewels" of the Fraternity, are Henry

Arthur Callis, Charles Henry Chapman, Eugene Kinckle Jones, George Biddle Kelley,

Nathaniel Allison Murray, Robert Harold Ogle, and Vertner Woodson Tandy.

The Fraternity initially served as a study and support group for minority students who

faced racial prejudice, both educationally and socially, at Cornell. The Jewel founders

and early leaders of the Fraternity succeeded in laying a firm foundation for Alpha Phi

Alpha's principles of scholarship, fellowship, good character, and the uplifting of human-

ity.

Alpha Phi Alpha chapters were developed at other colleges and universities; many of

them historically black institutions, soon after the founding at Cornell. While continuing

to stress academic excellence among its members, Alpha also recognized the need to help

correct the educational, economic, political, and social injustices faced by African-

Americans.

Alpha Phi Alpha has long stood at the forefront of the African-American community's

fight for civil rights through leaders such as: W.E.B. DuBois, Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.,

Edward Brooke, Martin Luther King, Jr., Thurgood Marshall, Andrew Young, William

Gray, Paul Robeson, and many others.

Nickname: AKA


January 15, 1908

National Website:

www.aka1908.com

Chapter Name: Xi Chi


March 23, 1985

Local Website: N/A

Motto: By Culture and By Merit

Chapter Colors:

Salmon Pink and Apple Green

Philanthropy/

Community Service:

Aids Awareness

Essence of Pearls Scholarship

Famous Members:

Rosa Parks,

Maya Angelou,

Coretta Scott King

Contact:

Jenae Moore – Secretary

[email protected]

Alpha Kappa Alpha Alpha Kappa Alpha Historic Overview

Founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC in 1908, Alpha

Kappa Alpha Sorority is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African

American college-trained women. The small group of women who organized the Soror-

ity, led by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle, was conscious of a privileged position as college-

trained women of color, just one generation removed from slavery. They were resolute

that their college experiences should be as meaningful and productive as possible. Al-

pha Kappa Alpha was founded to apply that determination.

As the Sorority grew, it kept in balance two important themes: the importance of the

individual and the strength of an organization of women of ability and courage. As the

world became more complex, there was a need for associations which cut across racial,

geographical, political, physical and social barriers. The goals of its program activities

center on significant issues in families, communities, government halls and world as-

sembly chambers. The current program is the Heart of ESP: Extraordinary Service Pro-

gram. Alpha Kappa Alpha responds to the contemporary needs of the Black community

with comprehensive non-traditional programs. The ESP vision embraces a five-pronged

program designed to excite, galvanize and ignite the passions of its members. The five

programs are Non-Traditional Entrepreneur, Economic Keys to Success, Economic

Growth of the Black Family, Undergraduate Signature Program: Economic Educational

Advancement Through Technology and Health Resource Management and Economics.

Xi Chi Historic Overview

In 1975, the Iota Theta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. was chartered here

at General Motors Institute (GMI) in Flint. Through the years, there was a growing in-

terest in Alpha Kappa Alpha and an increase in attendance of minority students at the

other colleges and universities in the Flint area. With this, Iota Theta was dissolved and

Xi Chi was newly chartered on March 23, 1985 to accommodate the entire city, becom-

ing a city wide chapter.

Twelve lovely ladies, also known as GENESIS, were initiated through the first line of

Xi Chi. The rebirth of Xi Chi came on February 17, 2008 with the initiation of ten phe-

nomenal ladies, known as Phoenix. Continuing the legacy of service to all mankind, the

Xi Chi Chapter currently includes Baker College of Flint, Kettering University and the

University of Michigan-Flint.


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Nickname: Delta


January 13, 1913

National Website:

www.deltasigmatheta.org

Chapter Name:

Mu Phi—Flint, Citywide


February 14, 1976

Local Website:

www.welcome.to/dstmuphi

Motto: Sisterhood, Scholarship

And Public Service

Chapter Colors:

Crimson and Cream

Philanthropy/

Community Service:

Bowl-A-Thon

Cardinal Scholarship Ball

Famous Members:

Camille Cosby,

Aretha Franklin,

Lena Horne

Contact:

[email protected]

Delta Sigma theta On January 13, 1913 on the campus of Howard University twenty-two young, scholarly,

and ambitious black women founded what has today become the largest Black Greek Letter

Organization for African American women. These young women wanted to use their col-

lective strength to promote academic excellence and to provide assistance to persons in

need. Our founders were interested in establishing an organization committed to the pro-

motion of high cultural, intellectual, and moral standards among its members for its own

benefits as well as for that of the larger society in which it existed.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is dedicated to the ideals of Sisterhood, Scholarship and Public

Service. In accordance with these ideals, Delta has established a long and glorious history

of educational, cultural, political, and social service in the public's interest. To further its

public service goals, Delta Sigma Theta operates under a Five Point Program Thrust:

Delta Sigma Theta's Five-Point Thrust Economic Development

Educational Development

International Awareness and Involvement

Physical and Mental Health

Political Awareness and Involvement

Mu Phi Chapter consists of four chartering universities: Baker College-Flint, Davenport

University-Flint, Kettering University, and the University of Michigan-Flint. The chapter

strives to promote academic excellence with its annual Cardinal Scholarship. This scholar-

ship is awarded to one deserving student that attends one of the four chartering universities.

In Case of Emergency

Contact:

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Officer Mark Peck

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Everyone welcome . . .

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Contact us at 762.9873

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Virginia Hill, Coordinator

The Clara Elizabeth Davidson’s Women’s Resource Center (WRC) serves as the focal point for women

students, faculty and staff at Kettering. Each term, students host a variety of seminars for the Kettering

community. Some are designed to address the particular issues challenging women in engineering and

technology; others promote personal well-being and growth. All foster

leading well-balanced lives that include healthy lifestyles and community service. Social events include

the Woman of the Year Awards Program, held each fall.

The WRC also serves as the site for Office of Women Student Affairs programs, as well as a

variety of other activities held to enhance the climate for women at the university.

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the Flint community? Looking for a life

changing opportunity? Consider being part of

the Kagle Leadership Initiatives.

Look for upcoming informational sessions and

opportunities to make a difference. You can

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We can't wait to have you join us, we're doing

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A Division of Student Life

at Kettering University

3rd Floor Campus Center

www.kettering.edu/greeklife

810-762-9743

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