gwu 2015 panhellenic lookbook
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We are excited for your interest in joining the Greek Community, a dedicated, passionate, and fun, group of students who make up a third of the student body. GW’s campus holds 11 Panhellenic chapters each uniquely different, and ready to show you all that they have to offer.TRANSCRIPT
G R E A T
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W O M E NG R E E K
O C T O B E R 2 - 6 , 2 0 1 5GW PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT
Recruitment 2015
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Tiffany Jones
Mollie BowmanVice President of Recruitment
President of GW Panhellenic
On behalf of the GW Panhellenic Community, WELCOME tosorority recruitment! Congratulations on taking the first stepin what we hope will become one of the most positive andlife-changing decisions you make during your time at GW.
Joining Greek life has impacted both of our lives so much. Our chapters have provided us with foundations for success,support networks to help us do our best, and families who arealways here to lift us up. When you join a sorority, you makeconnections and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Greek students at GW exemplify the qualities of being trueColonials and are routinely the most involved students oncampus. GW Greek life has four pillars: leadership,philanthropy, academics, and brotherhood/sisterhood. As aPanhellenic community, we uphold these four pillars of ouruniversity's Greek system, and also the values of our ownnational organizations and the high standards of the NationalPanhellenic Council. Panhellenic women at GW constantlystrive for excellence; we have sisters on the Dean's List,interning at the White House, volunteering abroad, serving inour student government, and much more. We have no doubtthat GW Panhellenic women will go on to change the worldone day.
Being Panhellenic has taught us valuable lessons you don'tlearn inside a classroom: sisterhood, integrity, perseverance,and unwavering loyalty and responsibility are just a few ofthe values we've learned from this stellar community. Thedecision to join our sororities was one of the best decisions ofour lives, and has given us the support system andencouragement we need to reach our own personal goals andbecome better members of the Panhellenic and GWcommunities.
As a Potential New Member, you not only have theopportunity to join a sorority, but rather the chance tochallenge, support, and better yourself and those around you. With your membership in Panhellenic life, our communitywill only grow stronger.
Greek life is not just four years--it's for life. Take the nextstep at making your GW experience even more fulfilling, andsign up for recruitment today. We hope to see you atrecruitment in the fall, and are looking forward to meetingyou!
Dear PotentialNew Member,
Recruitment 2015 Schedule
Open House Round:
Philanthropy Round:
Invitational Round:
Preference Round:
Bid Day:
October 2
October 3
October 4
October 5
October 6
The Open House Rounds consist of a 20-minute meet-and-greet with 11 sororities. You areencouraged to be yourself and dress casually. Wear something that you will feel confidentand comfortable in, as you will be meeting the most girls during this round. At the end of thisnight, you will need to create a list of the seven sororities that you would like to continue tovisit for the following night.
The second night consists of up to nine, 30-minute parties that focus on each sorority’sphilanthropy and service in the community. PNMs will attend a maximum of nine parties orfewer. Each chapter puts on a presentation and activity to better explain the nature of theirphilanthropy. The attire for this round is casual but classy. At the end of this night, you will beexpected to choose up to five chapters to return to the following day.
On this night, each party will last 45-minutes, but you will only have a maximum of six. This isthe best time to really cement your impression of each sorority. Each chapter will presentinformation about their ideals, responsibilities and bonds. The sisters will often put on aperformance or presentation. Attire for this night is business casual. At the end of this nightyou will have to narrow down your list to a maximum of three final chapters.
The parties will be 50-minutes long, and you will visit up to three sororities. This round is thenight to differentiate what makes each chapter special. Try and picture yourself in eachsorority to decide what is the best fit.
It is the day when you and a sorority have made a mutual selection and you are offeredan invitation, also known as a bid, to join the chapter.
Leadership
Scholarship
Friendship
Service
The Panhellenic community strives todevelop leaders. Within chapters and withinthe Panhellenic council, there are many
requirement to be a member of a Panhellenic chapter, which chapters workhard to help members achieve and maintain. Chapters provide manyresource and incentives to each member to help them succeed, like studytables, scholarship dinners, prizes for excellent performance, study files, andan array of networking opportunities.
One you are initiated into a Panhellenic chapter, youwill be a member for life. You will be a member for life.
You will also make friends that will last a lifetime.Whether it is within your chapter or in another chapter,
the bonds you will form as a member of the Greekcommunity are very special/ Various sisterhood
events, chapter events, and Greek-wide programmingevent like Greek Week help promote the growth of
these friendships.
leadership opportunities available to members. Leadership developmentis a unique part of life that provides essential experiences for growth as aprofessional woman.
You're a GWU student now- school comesfirst, Each chapter in the Panhelleniccommunity strives for for high academicachievement. There is a minimum GPA
Service is a findamental pillar to the Panhelleniccommunity. Each individual chapter supports a nationalphilanthropy and throughout the year puts on different
events to fundraise. Service is a core value to allmembers of the Greek GWU community, who contribute
and fundraise thousands of dollars and hours annually.
GWU Greek Values
Meet the Chapters
Alpha Delta Pi
Philanthropy:
Motto:
Alpha Epsilon Phi
Motto: Many Hearts One PurposeMulta Corda Una Causa
Philanthropy: Elizabeth GlaserPediatric AIDSFoundation, Sharsheret
ALPHA PHI
Motto:
Unionhandinhand.
First Semester Dues:$729
Minimum GPA:Freshman: N/A
Minimum GPA:Sophomores, Transfers: N/A
Twitter:@gwalphaphi
Facebook:/gwalphaphi
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Instagram:@gwalphaphi
Philanthropy: Alpha Phi FoundationHeart disease became the #1 killer of women in North America, andAlpha Phi Foundation thought it fitting that an organization of womenhelp fight it. Every year we hold a Red Dress Gala and philanthropyweek called Heart Week. For the 2014 year, we were nationallyrecognized as being the third highest chapter for raising the mostmoney in our quadrant. This past year we raised $11,900 during HeartWeek and $22,700 at Red Dress Gala, totaling $34,600, surpassing theamount we have ever raised. Our philanthropy is something that ourentire chapter proudly supports, it is a cause we all hold dear to ourhearts and will continue to raise awareness for, for years to come.
Chi Omega
Motto To be Womanly Always,To be Discouraged Never.
Philanthropy: Make A Wish Foundation
Delta Gamma
Motto: Do Good
Philanthropy:Delta Gamma Foundation: Service for Sight
Motto:Let us strive for that which ishonorable, beautiful, and highest.
Kappa Delta
Philanthropy: Prevent Child Abuse America,Girl Scouts, Safe Shores
First Semester Dues:$555-655
Minimum GPA:Freshman: N/A
Minimum GPA:Sophomores, Transfers: N/A
Twitter:@gwkappadelta
Facebook:/gwkappadelta
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Instagram:@gwkappadelta
Kappa Kappa Gamma
Motto:Tradition of Leadership
Philanthropy: Reading is Fundamental
Phi Sigma Sigma
Motto:Aim High
Philanthropy:Kids in Need Foundation, Practice Makes Perfect
Pi Beta Phi
Motto:Friends and leaders for life.
Philanthropy:Children's Literacy
Sigma Delta Tau
Motto:One Hope of Many People
Philanthropy: Prevent Child Abuse America,
JWI, Women for Women
International
Sigma Kappa
Motto:One Heart One Way
Philanthropy: Alzheimer's Association
It's All Greek to MeActive member: a member who is in college, pays dues, attends social& philanthropy events. Alumna: a member that has graduated from college. Bid: a formal invitation to join a sorority. Big Sister: an older member with whom you will be paired. She helpsguide you through your new member period & your time as an activemember. Chapter: a local branch of a national organization, such as a fraternityor sorority.Informal Recruitment: the informal Recruitment process that allowsselect participating chapters to offer bids throughout the year.Mutual Selection: the selection process during formal Recruitmentwhen PNMs choose the chapters they wish to return to each day &the chapters choose the PNMs they wish to have return to theirevents each day. New Member: a member of a chapter prior to initiation. Potential New Member (PNM): a woman going through theRecruitment process for sorority membership.Quota: the number of women that a sorority may bid during formalRecruitment. Recruitment: the mutual selection process for membership consistingof functions acquainting initiated members & PNMs. Recommendations: Letters written by Alumnae supporting a PNMfor membership. While at other schools there is a large emphasis onrecommendations, GWU sororities do not. They are not required oreven necessary for a successful GW recruitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to live in Greek housing?Most sororities require members to live inthe house for at least one year. However,every sorority has a different policyregarding living in the house so you should besure to ask about it during recruitment. Thecost of living in the house is comparable, ifnot cheaper, than living on or near campus.
Are there scholarshipsavailable for dues?
Yes! Every sorority offers scholarships andpayment plans, both need-based and merit-based, to cover the cost of dues and puttoward tuiton. These can range in size from afew hundred dollars to a few thousand dollarsand are offered not only by the individualchapters themselves, but also by theirrespective national organizations. Alumnae ofsororities generally do not want finances todeter quality women from participating inmembership, so they have establishednumerous sources of aid.
Is it possible to join asorority and still be involvedin other organizations?
Yes! Most sororities encourage and evenrequire their members to be involved in otherorganizations, whether it be on or off campus.
At GWU, there are hundreds of otherorganizations to join and while your sororitywill expect you to uphold your commitment
to them, they cherish the diversity you bringto the table and want you to participate in the
interests that make you who you are.
What should I ask duringrecruitment?
If you aren’t sure what to talk about duringRecruitment, here are some questions to ask
the sisters. Sororities want to learn about you,but you need to know about them too if you
want to know which one to join.
How did you know that this chapter was for you?During Recruitment, your Pi Rho Chis will tell you to look for the house that you feel a“connection” with. If you search too hard for this connection, or wait around for it tofind you, you may not even notice if you feel it. Many women find a home in a sororityfor very different reasons, so if you’re unsure of whether a house is right for you or not,ask the girl you’re talking to what the reason is that she joined.
What events do you hold to bring new memberscloser together?One of the primary reasons many women join sororities is to make lifelong friendshipswith like-minded women who have similar values. The new-member chairs willorchestrate gatherings to help you and your new sisters bond, so you can ask themabout the different events they have.
Do I need to go to all of the Recruitment Events?Yes! The objective of Recruitment is for you as a Potential New Member to learn asmuch as you can about the Greek community as well as each of the chapters, so that youcan make the best possible decision regarding membership. If you are on an NCAAsports team or have some other prior commitment during Recruitment week, please letyour Pi Rho Chi know as soon as possible so we can try to accommodate you!
If I participate in formal recruitment,am I obligated to join a sorority?
No. If you participate in Recruitment and decide during or at the end of the weekthat joining a sorority is not for you, you are not obligated to accept a bid or join
a sorority. We highly recommend that you keep an open mind when comingthrough Recruitment and trust that whatever is meant to happen will happen.
We have 11 outstanding NPC sororities on this campus, all with their ownstrong points and things that make them uniquely special. Joining any of these
sororities would mean seizing an incredible opportunity to serve, excel, and lead.
Recruitment Myths
“Some chapters on campus are just better thanothers.”
“If I know a sorority woman, the chapter isobligated to extend me a bid.”
“Both my mother & grandmother were in aparticular sorority, so I need to be in thatsorority as well."
Our campus has eleven chapters for a good reason - sothat you have eleven chapters to find your sisters. Eachone of you is unique, just as every chapter is unique.There is no such thing as a “bad” or “good" sorority - itcould only hurt you in the end. Go in with an open mind!FALSE
Individual chapter members cannot determine who thechapter will extend bids to. Just because you knowsomeone in a chapter does not mean that particularchapter is the right fit for you. That is the beauty ofRecruitment - you get to explore all of the options andfind the chapter best suited for your personality.FALSE
Just because the sorority was the right fit for yourfamily member doesn’t mean it will be the right fit foryou.It is crucial that you keep an open mind throughoutthe Recruitment process. By keeping your optionsopen, you increase your chances for a successfulRecruitment process.FALSE
What arethe Pi Rho
Chis?The Pi Rho Chis are sorority women who have disaffiliated (along withthe Panhellenic Executive Board) from their chapters to serve as yourguides during the entire Recruitment process. Once you register forRecruitment in the fall, you will be assigned a Pi Rho Chi Group. YourPi Rho Chi will be in contact with you throughout the fall semester.They will be there to answer all your questions and will remainimpartial throughout the Recruitment pro- cess in order to help youthrough this exciting time.
MEET THE PI RHO CHIS
Alexandra Blanc Megan Weinberg Lizzie Martini
Danielle Baglivo Enesh Annaberdieva Becca Levy
Allison Greenberg Wendy Dubner Emily Ratzliff
Lara Lieberman Victoria Williamson Lily Anna Segalman
Marjorie Eriksen Sara Evangelista Julia Grieco
Kat Battaglia Cassidy Moriarty Julie Buchsbaum
Brianna Altman Nina Feldman Anna Drescher
Caroline Moore Kristen Caine Sydney Mann
Haylee May Emma Tomaszewski Claire Davis
Paige Morrow Karly Cohen Eilish Zemblici
Shirlane Chan Kiran Jeevanjee Amrita Miglani
Christina Lee Liviya David Julie Lucarelli
Dianne Taxay Chelsea Voronoff Emily Gentile
Kelly PIke Maddie Csere Kimberly Shi
Samantha Rollins Emily Perlstein Jamie Sawicz
Claire Whitin Bridget O’Malley Meghan Fahy
Stefanie Adams Malia Steele Megan McCallion
Emily Ratzliff Sarah Dressel Jessica Hang
Camille Kidd Roshni Nair Nora Sanzo
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Erin Fitzpatrick Jess Gambino Daisy Derooy
Juman Kekhia Mari Bender
Maddie Vilhauer Bethany Thomas Meghan Cannon
Serena Williams Paula Zanotti Vicki Liantonio
Juliet Muir
Rachel Brotman Katie Kenney Alex Short
Rachel Kramer Victoria Kolenda Alix Suter
Maddy Fein Emma Tames
Recruitment Team
Pavla OvtchinnikovaPNM Communications
Tiffany JonesVP Recruitment
Jorah HuntingtonHead Pi Rho Chi
Katie TakeuchiRecruitment Relations
Mollie BowmanPresident
Madison McNultyExecutive Vice
President
Tiffany JonesVP of
Recruitment
Kelsey Fisher
Carley Grable VP of
Finance
Libby Wuller
Lindsay Goodman
VP ofCommunity
Relations
Jordan Pavia
VP ofStandards
VP ofProgramming
VP ofMarketing
and PR
Panhellenic ExecutiveBoard