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TIME COMMITMENT On average, your student should expect to contribute 4-5 hours a week in meetings and mandatory activities. The kind of activities they may participate in will vary depending on which chapter they join. Possible activities may include fundraising for charitable organizations, performing service in the local community, attending social functions with other organizations, mentoring younger members, etc. If your student has time, they also may choose to participate in optional activities, such as holding an office, attending campus events, or helping with various projects. Some organizations require more time than others and commitments may increase during particularly busy times of year, such as recruitment or Homecoming. Advise your student to ask questions regarding time commitments during recruitment. HOW YOU CAN HELP As valued members of the Central community, parents and families play an integral role as a support network for our students. When appropriate, fraternities and sororities actively engage parents and families in their activities and events. If you’re invited to attend Mom’s Day, Dad’s Day, rituals, or other functions, we hope you’ll consider attending. Parents and families play a vital role in the success of fraternities and sororities at the University of Central Oklahoma. We welcome your involvement while we develop model students, campus and community leaders, and alumni equipped for their future careers. CONTACT INFORMATION Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life 100 N. University Drive, Campus Box 112 Edmond, OK 73034 Phone: 405-974-2580 • Email: [email protected] • www.uco.edu/fsl Jacob Tidwell, Assistant Director Abby McCollom, Coordinator Phone: 405-974-2511 Phone: 405-974-2505 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] In compliance with Title VI and Title VII of The Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of The Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, The Civil Rights Act of 1991, and other Federal Laws and Regulations, University of Central Oklahoma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, disability, status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures; this includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. This publication, printed by Gotprint.com, is issued by University of Central Oklahoma as authorized by Title 70 OS 1981, Section 3903. 6/2016. a parent & family guide to central’s fraternities and sororities UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA uco.edu/fsl ucofsl ucofsl ucofsl

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Page 1: TIME COMMITMENT central’s fraternities and …sites.uco.edu/student-life/greek/files/FSL Parent Brochure - Web.pdfappropriate, fraternities and sororities actively engage parents

TIME COMMITMENTOn average, your student should expect to contribute 4-5 hours a week in meetings and mandatory activities. The kind of activities they may participate in will vary depending on which chapter they join. Possible activities may include fundraising for charitable organizations, performing service in the local community, attending social functions with other organizations, mentoring younger members, etc. If your student has

time, they also may choose to participate in optional activities, such as holding an office, attending campus events, or helping with various projects.

Some organizations require more time than others and commitments may increase during particularly busy times of year, such as recruitment or Homecoming. Advise your student to ask questions regarding time commitments during recruitment.

HOW YOU CAN HELP As valued members of the Central community, parents and families play an integral role as a support network for our students. When appropriate, fraternities and sororities actively engage parents and families in their activities and events. If you’re invited to attend Mom’s Day, Dad’s Day, rituals, or other functions, we hope you’ll consider attending.

Parents and families play a vital role in the success of fraternities and sororities at the University of Central Oklahoma. We welcome your involvement while we develop model students, campus and community leaders, and alumni equipped for their future careers.

CONTACT INFORMATIONOffice of Fraternity and Sorority Life

100 N. University Drive, Campus Box 112Edmond, OK 73034

Phone: 405-974-2580 • Email: [email protected] • www.uco.edu/fsl

Jacob Tidwell, Assistant Director Abby McCollom, Coordinator Phone: 405-974-2511 Phone: 405-974-2505 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

In compliance with Title VI and Title VII of The Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of The Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, The Civil Rights Act of 1991, and other Federal Laws and Regulations, University of Central Oklahoma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, disability, status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures; this includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. This publication, printed by Gotprint.com, is issued by University of Central Oklahoma as authorized by Title 70 OS 1981, Section 3903. 6/2016.

a parent & family guide to central’s fraternities

and sororities

U N I V E R S I T Y O F C E N T R A L O K L A H O M ATM uco.edu/fsl ucofsl ucofsl ucofsl

Page 2: TIME COMMITMENT central’s fraternities and …sites.uco.edu/student-life/greek/files/FSL Parent Brochure - Web.pdfappropriate, fraternities and sororities actively engage parents

Hello Broncho parents and family members! We want you to have all of the information you need to help your student make the best decision about their participation in fraternity and sorority life. This pamphlet will help you

understand what it means to be a fraternity or sorority member at UCO.

CENTRAL’S FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIESThe University of Central Oklahoma welcomed fraternities and sororities to campus nearly 60 years ago. Our community now includes over 20 chapters. Each organization represents a long history of beliefs, values, and symbols. Please visit our website to learn more about the organizations listed below:

Men’s Fraternities Women’s Fraternities/SororitiesAcacia Alpha Delta PiAlpha Tau Omega Alpha Gamma DeltaAlpha Phi Alpha Alpha Kappa AlphaBeta Upsilon Chi Alpha Xi DeltaDelta Chi Delta Sigma ThetaOmega Delta Phi Delta ZetaOmega Psi Phi Kappa Delta ChiPi Kappa Alpha Kappa PhiPhi Lambda Chi Sigma Gamma RhoSigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma KappaSigma Nu Sigma Lambda GammaSigma Tau Gamma Sigma Phi LambdaTau Kappa Epsilon Sigma Sigma Sigma Zeta Phi Beta

THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIPJoining a fraternity or sorority provides a wealth of benefits! Members form close, supportive relationships with their chapter members and members of other organizations. Beyond the interpersonal development, members also actively participate in community service, philanthropic fundraising, academic programs, intramural sports, and more. Membership also exposes students to regional/national programs hosted by their fraternity/sorority and connects them with thousands of alumni. Ultimately, joining one of our organizations bolsters a student’s connection to the institution, their peers, community, and profession.

ACADEMIC SUCCESSAcademic success should be a student’s number one focus while in college. All Greek organizations require a minimum GPA to remain a member. Most chapters have an elected officer who is responsible keeping track of member’s academic performance. Many fraternities and sororities also have educational programs, such as tutoring and study sessions. Chapters also offer member scholarships. Because obtaining a degree is the main reason for attending college, make sure your student realizes they must do well in the classroom if they want to participate in a Greek organization.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITYEach member has financial responsibilities when it comes to joining a fraternity or sorority. Most organizations require a one-time new member fee as well as semester membership dues. The

individual chapters will determine the amount of dues your student will have to pay each semester. If your student is interested in becoming a member, we encourage

you to formulate a budget to determine whether or not joining is affordable.

HAZINGHazing is any action taken that produces physical harm or danger,

mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, fright, or ridicule. All fraternity and sorority policies strictly prohibit any type of hazing activity. In fact, the organizations have a zero-tolerance stance. Oklahoma has legislation making hazing activities illegal and hazing violates Central’s Code of Student Conduct. If you feel a student may be experiencing or perpetuating inappropriate activities, contact the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life at (405) 974-2580 or the Office of Student Conduct at (405) 974-2361.

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