Ifcrecruitmentmanual2009

The

University Of Oklahoma InterfraternIty CounCIl

2009 RecRUitment manUal

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Welcome to the University of Oklahoma! You are now part of the Sooner family and beginning a new adventure at a pacesetter university with an outstanding and diverse Greek system. While academics will, of course, be

Contents: WelCome:

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For All Parents IFC Welcome IFC Statement on Hazing

the major focus of your undergraduate years,

Expectations of Membership

participation in Greek life can be an integral

IfC reCruItment:

part of a complete educational experience preparing you for your personal, social and

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professional life. Your experiences as a member of one of our fraternity chapters will provide a framework for achievement and strong personal value development that may be applied to your academic studies. Community service, academic support, campus involvement, provided by the OU Greek system. The University of Oklahoma is a special place where special things happen every day. It is enriched by the many contributions of the members of our outstanding fraternities. I hope you will consider sharing in this life-changing experience. Along with your degree, your Greek experience will last long

Alumni Profile Go Greek! Fraternity and Sorority Student Life

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multicultural activities and leadership development are just a few of the opportunities

beyond your undergraduate years.

Letter From President David L. Boren

Fall Recruitment Week 2009 How Do You Choose a Fraternity? Recruitment Guidelines Alumni and Student Profiles

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Scholarship Recognition and Awards Leadership Community Service Brotherhood Social

Sincerely,

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Fraternity Living Finances Chapter House Locations

Chapters:

David L. Boren President

Intramurals

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IFC Chapters MGC And NPHC Chapters IFC Contact Information

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For All Parents Congratulations on becoming a part of the Sooner family. We are excited your son has chosen the University of Oklahoma and we enthusiastically welcome you. From academics to many co-curricular activities, I encourage your son to take advantage of the numerous opportunities OU has to offer. I invite you and your son to learn more about our outstanding Greek system and to see first-hand the tradition of leadership and quality our Greek community provides. Our fraternity chapters promote high standards and strive for all members to seek selfgrowth through academics, chapter and community. Becoming a member of a fraternal organization will be an experience of a lifetime. I am confident the University of Oklahoma will be a place to provide a challenge academically and culturally and will provide tools for lifelong success. Choosing to be a member of a fraternity will enrich the collegiate experience through the dedication and lifelong devotion this unique membership provides.

parent sessIon:

Thursday, Aug. 20 1 p.m. – Dale Hall

We are strongly committed to all of our students. We constantly listen to their needs and make improvements to provide a positive and safe environment within our fraternity system. We encourage feedback from students and parents to help us make decisions that will impact everyone involved. This is a first step on a new path that will lead your son in many directions and can provide a rewarding experience to help prepare for life after college. We also know this is a family decision and we provide many resources for you as parents to stay informed and involved during your son’s time at OU. Please do not hesitate to call my office if you have any questions. I look forward to meeting you. Welcome! Sincerely,

Clarke Stroud University Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students

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Welcome

PArenT PrOFIle: Dick and Sharon Rodine Their sons, Brent and Michael, are both members of Delta Upsilon fraternity.

What is the most valuable benefit you believe your sons have gained from their fraternity experience at OU? “Two outstanding benefits: 1) exceptional leadership experience through serving as officers of the fraternity – which has prepared them well for leadership in their careers after graduation; and 2) a close network of friends that they stay connected with long after graduation – something that just doesn’t happen outside of the Greek experience.”

What encouraging words/advice would you have for the parents of prospective fraternity members of fall 2009? “Encourage your son to keep an open mind as he enters recruitment and to look closely at the rapport and camaraderie within an entire chapter. Encourage him to choose a chapter that feels comfortable to him and one that has an environment and philosophy that will help him mature into a better man. Encourage your son to meet and get to know the housemom. These can be wonderful people who support them when parents aren’t able to be there.”

How have you been involved with your sons’ fraternity? “We have served as past president and very active members of the Delta Upsilon Parents’ Club. Being very active in a fraternity parents’ club is one of the most important things you can do to remain connected with your son as they continue to mature while in college.”

Parent Session on Move-In Day All parents, students and guests are invited to attend a Student Affairs Parent Session and Greek Information Session, beginning at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20. Please come by Dale Hall to enjoy complimentary refreshments and learn about how Student Affairs contributes to the well-being and involvement of students at the University of Oklahoma. Immediately following the Student Affairs Parent Session, fraternity members and OU administrators will host a Greek Information Session. During this session, the recruitment schedule will be reviewed and information on OU fraternities will be distributed. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what the University of Oklahoma and fraternity life can offer your son.

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IFC Welcome Congratulations on your decision to attend the University of Oklahoma. We are excited you chose this institution to continue your education and we enthusiastically welcome you. The university will provide you with numerous opportunities to develop your potential as a person and as a student. Becoming a member of a fraternal organization will enhance your undergraduate experience and provide you with opportunities to achieve that potential. The Greek community will offer you programs that will help you grow and mature academically, physically, socially and spiritually. You will learn much and be exposed to new experiences that will prepare you well for the post-college years. We invite you to learn more about our 18 chapters and participate in our fall recruitment program. Each of our fraternities is unique and offers something different to its members. The fraternity experience is a challenging as well as a rewarding one. Fraternity life allows you to become an integral, contributing part of both the campus community and a university tradition started in 1905. We are confident you will find a fraternity that shares your ideals and values. There is truly a fraternity for everyone here at the University of Oklahoma. So make the right choice now! Give the OU Greek system the opportunity to share with you what it has to offer. We look forward to seeing you in August!

executive Committee: Brian Ray President Michael Nash Vice President of Recruitment Derek Fox Vice President of Public Affairs Colin Crain Vice President of Programming Yuwei Le Vice President of Member Education Jentry Baker Vice President of Administrative Affairs Cade Campbell Vice President of Finance Kyle Watson Chief Justice

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The Interfraternity Council, or IFC, is the umbrella organization

Each of the 18 IFC chapters has one representative on the council

that exists to serve the needs of the 18 fraternities within our

and each chapter pays annual membership dues to the IFC, which

council. The IFC is responsible for the coordination of many events

fund IFC’s events and activities. The OU IFC has dedicated itself

and activities throughout the year. It also represents fraternity

to providing the University of Oklahoma’s fraternity men with an

interests to the campus and surrounding community; facilitates

opportunity to be part of one of the nation’s most prestigious and

membership recruitment activities; promotes and coordinates

dynamic fraternity and sorority student life communities.

community service and philanthropy projects; organizes intramural sports among fraternities; sponsors educational programs and leadership development opportunities for chapters; initiates public relations projects for the entire fraternity community; and manages judicial affairs.

If you decide to experience fraternity life at the University of Oklahoma, you are encouraged to get involved with the IFC as an officer, staff member or volunteer. The council is always looking for good men with initiative, ideas, a positive attitude and a willingness to work. You are invited to become part of this award-winning team!

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Welcome

IFC Statement on Hazing Hazing Any activity expected of someone joining a group (or to maintain full standing in a group) that humiliates, degrades or risks emotional and/or physical harm, regardless of the person’s willingness to participate.

Within the Interfraternity Council, hazing is strictly prohibited. We want you to have a positive and comfortable new member period, and dangerous or negative activities will not be tolerated by our organizations. Hazing includes but is not limited to:

If you have questIons or ConCerns about hazIng... or activities that could constitute hazing, please do not hesitate to contact the Interfraternity Council adviser at

(405) 325-4029, or the Student Affairs Hotline at (405) 325-5000.

• Requiring personal servitude • Forcing someone to eat or drink against his or her will • The presence or use of alcohol in pledge/associate activity • Paddling or striking in any manner • Sleep deprivation • Calisthenics • Expecting participation in an activity that full members will not do • Publicly wearing apparel that is conspicuous and not “normally” in good taste • Yelling and screaming at pledges/associates • Not permitting pledges/associates to talk for extended periods of time

Basic expectations of Fraternity Membership In an effort to lessen the disparity between fraternity ideals and individual behavior and to personalize these ideals in the daily undergraduate experience, the following basic expectations of fraternity membership have been established:

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I will know and understand the ideals expressed in my fraternity ritual and will strive to incorporate them in my daily life.

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I will strive for academic achievement and practice academic integrity.

I will respect the dignity of all persons; therefore, I will not

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I will meet my financial obligations in a timely manner.

I will neither use nor support the use of illegal drugs; I will neither misuse nor support the misuse of alcohol.

I acknowledge that a clean and attractive environment is essential to both physical and mental health; therefore, I

physically, mentally, psychologically or sexually abuse or haze

will do all in my power to see that the chapter property is

any human being.

properly cleaned and maintained.

I will protect the health and safety of all human beings.

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I will challenge all my fraternity members to abide by these fraternal expectations and will confront those who violate them.

I will respect my property and the property of others; therefore, I will neither abuse nor tolerate the abuse of property.

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AlUMnI PrOFIle: Lee Allan Smith Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI), Class of 1947

previously served as general manager and vice president of WKY

Academic Degree:

What is the most valuable benefit you gained from your

Bachelor’s of Business

fraternity experience at OU? “Fellowship and friendship for life.”

Administration,

What part did your fraternity experience play in the success

University of Oklahoma

you have achieved after college? “As rush chairman, social

Radio and WKY-TV.

Lee Allan’s wife, DeAnn, and three daughters are all OU graduates

chairman and intramural chairman I learned how to plan, prepare,

and members of the OU Greek community.

promote and create ideas using salesmanship, persistence, excitement and commitment.”

Professional Experience: Lee Allan Smith is vice chairman of Ackerman McQueen. He also

What encouraging words would you have for the prospective

serves as president of Oklahoma Events Inc., a full service event

fraternity members of fall 2009 or their parents? “Enjoy

production and marketing firm. He recently served as chairman of

college life to the fullest. The true value of your experience will be

Centennial Projects and Events for the Oklahoma Centennial. He

extremely rewarding after college.”

AlUMnI PrOFIle: Joe Harroz Jr. Alpha Tau Omega, Class of 1985

Academic Degrees: B.A. in Economics, University of Oklahoma Juris Doctorate, Georgetown University Joe’s wife, Samia, is an OU graduate. They have a 2-year-old daughter, Zara; a 5-year-old son, Joseph; and a son who is due this September.

What part did your fraternity experience play in the success you have achieved after college? “The experiences and education I enjoyed from my time in the fraternity have

influenced almost every aspect of my professional career. When you live and work with

Professional Experience:

so many brothers in a single house over several years, you learn

2008 to Present: President and COO, Graymark Healthcare (a

values and principles that serve you for a lifetime.”

NASDAQ traded company); 1997 to Present: adjunct professor of law, OU College of Law; 1994-2008: university vice president and general counsel to the University of Oklahoma; 1993-1994: Associate at the Oklahoma City office of the law firm of Crowe and Dunlevy; 1990-1993: legislative director and legal counsel to U.S. Sen. David L. Boren

Do you still maintain contact with some of your fraternity brothers? “Some of my closest friendships were those that were forged in the fraternity. Just this spring our pledge class had its 24th year reunion. Over 75 percent of the pledge class

attended the reunion.” What encouraging words would you have for the prospective

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fraternity members of fall 2009 or their parents? “It is one of the truly great and most influential experiences you will have in your life.”

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IFC Fall Recruitment: Saturday, Aug. 22-Wednesday, Aug. 26

Fall Recruitment is the major recruitment period for all IFC fraternities. Each IFC fraternity at OU looks for individuals who can contribute to their chapter in a variety of ways. Grades, activities, talents and interests are all considered individually and together in the selection

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GO Greek! of new members. Likewise, fraternities consider whether their group has something to offer you as a new member. As you go through recruitment, you will find certain fraternities that you like. After a few visits, and if the chapter wishes to extend an offer of membership, you will be offered a chapter bid. This is an invitation to join the fraternity and should be considered seriously. You may be offered several chapter bids, so take your time and choose carefully.

Fraternity and Sorority Student life The Greek system at the University of Oklahoma began in 1905 when the first fraternity chapter was established. Many years and thousands of members later, the Greek community is thriving and now offers numerous national and local fraternities and sororities. Fraternity and Sorority Student Life consists of the Interfraternity Council, Multicultural Greek Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council and Panhellenic Association. These four groups are the umbrella organizations that coordinate and oversee all national fraternities and sororities in Fraternity and Sorority Student Life at OU. Fraternity and Sorority Student Life, a part of Student Life, is one of the many opportunities for involvement and growth available for students at the University of Oklahoma. Greek organizations enhance the education of the whole person — intellectually, socially and spiritually. OU chapters strive to achieve the greatest potential from each member and reach common goals together. In choosing OU and its Greek community, you are choosing an outstanding school and one of the best Greek communities in the nation. Fraternity and Sorority Student Life offers opportunities for community service, academic success, leadership, campus involvement, personal growth and lifelong friendships.

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Fall recruitment Week Schedule mandatory meetIng:

Saturday, Aug. 22 9-10 a.m. – Catlett Music Center

Times, dates and locations are subject to change. Men participating in IFC Recruitment should check e-mail and the IFC Web site (ifc.ou.edu) for updates or changes to the schedule.

Thursday, Aug. 20

• Residence Halls Open • Sooner Orientation Weekend Begins • 1 p.m. – Parent session on Student Affairs and Fraternity Life at Dale Hall. • 5-10 p.m. – Individual chapter welcome dinners. Participating chapters will extend invitations to recruits and/or parents.

Friday, Aug. 21

• 5:30-7 p.m. – IFC Barbecue on north side of Couch Restaurants (the cafeteria). Join members of the OU fraternity community for food and important recruitment information. This is a great opportunity to learn about fraternity life at OU and to meet current members of all 18 IFC fraternities. Interested students also may register for Fall Recruitment.

Saturday, Aug. 22

• 9-10 a.m. – A mandatory meeting for all men interested in participating in Fall Recruitment – meet at Catlett Music Center. Receive recruitment schedules and learn Recruitment Week procedures, guidelines and tips for having a successful recruitment. • 10 a.m.-1 p.m. – Recruitment Week activities begin. Recruits will be divided into 18 groups and see nine fraternities for 15 minutes each.

Sunday, Aug. 23

• 11:30 a.m. – All recruits meet on the basketball court between Walker Tower and Adams Tower. • Noon-3 p.m. – Recruitment Week continues. Recruits will be divided into 18 groups and see nine fraternities for 15 minutes each.

Monday, Aug. 24

• 6:30 p.m. – All recruits meet on the basketball courts between Walker Tower and Adams Tower. Recruits will receive a list of invitations to interested fraternities. • 7-10 p.m. – Recruitment Week activities continue. Recruits are encouraged to visit any or all of the fraternities on their list of invitations.

Tuesday, Aug. 25

IFC BarBeCue FrIday, aug. 21 5:30-7 p.m. – north side of Couch restaurants (the cafeteria).

• 6:30 p.m. – All recruits meet on the basketball courts between Walker Tower and Adams Tower. Recruits will receive an updated list of invitations to interested fraternities. • 7-10 p.m. – Recruitment Week activities continue. Recruits are encouraged to visit any or all of the fraternities on their list of invitations. First day to sign unbinding chapter bid cards with a fraternity.

Wednesday, Aug. 26

• 7 p.m. – IFC Bid Day! Recruits will sign the “IFC Official Bid Acceptance” form – location TBA.

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Here are some pointers to guide you through the recruitment process as you choose the chapter that best fits your personality, values and lifestyle.

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Register for recruitment during the summer. Register with the Interfraternity Council as soon as possible by visiting our Web site (http://ifc.ou.edu). This will permit IFC fraternities to contact you during the summer. Registration is free and must be done prior to Aug. 22. Attend fraternity summer recruitment events. Begin to learn what IFC fraternities can offer you. Contact the recruitment chairmen listed on the chapter information pages of this manual so that you can get your name out early to the chapters. Be yourself and have fun! There is nothing more important than to be yourself during recruitment. You’ll end up with the right fraternity for you, and you’ll be happy with your decision. Be positive, smile and enjoy all of the time spent with each chapter. Evaluate each fraternity carefully. It is important to make an individual decision about which fraternities to focus on during recruitment. Go to the IFC Barbecue on Aug. 21 so that you can have an opportunity to meet members from every IFC fraternity on campus. Ask questions. Make sure all of your questions are sufficiently answered. Some useful questions you might want to ask during recruitment are: • What are your chapter’s values? • How much emphasis does your chapter place on academics? • What types of scholarship programs are offered by your chapter? • What kind of social activities do you have each year? • How involved is your chapter with campus organizations, intramural sports and service to the community? • What kind of time commitment does joining your fraternity require? • How much will joining your fraternity cost? • What is your new member education program like? What is its purpose? • How will your fraternity help prepare me for graduation and life after college? • What makes your fraternity unique?

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Dry Recruitment. Alcohol is not allowed at any recruitment event or activity. National fraternity, university and IFC policies stipulate that all events and activities associated with fraternity recruitment must be alcohol-free. Violation of this rule is a serious infraction and the guilty chapter is subject to severe disciplinary action.

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How Do You Choose an IFC Fraternity?

Beware! Look out for fraternities that belittle or make derogatory remarks about other fraternities. Attend the IFC Barbecue on Friday, Aug. 21 North side of Couch Restaurants (the cafeteria).

Attend the mandatory recruitment information meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22. Learn about the IFC recruitment schedule at this meeting. All prospective recruits are required to attend. Take your time and visit as many chapters as you can during Recruitment Week. Joining a fraternity is an important decision. Be sure that the fraternity that has given you a bid is the one you will be happy with. You do not have to accept a bid right away. This is a time to evaluate each fraternity carefully and to determine what they can offer you. Remember to be yourself, ask lots of questions, take your time, and most important of all have fun! The Spring Recruitment option. If you choose not to join a fraternity in the fall, perhaps you might be interested in the spring. Spring Recruitment is generally the third week of spring classes.

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recruitment Guidelines Definitions

a. Chapters Any member-fraternity of the University of Oklahoma Interfraternity Council (hereafter, IFC). b. Chapter Bid Any invitation to join a member-fraternity of the University of Oklahoma extended by any member-fraternity (and not the IFC); this includes verbal and non-verbal invitations, including, but not limited to: written bid cards, phone calls, e-mails, text messages and any other forms as determined by the IFJB. Chapter Bids are non-binding; signing or acceptance of a Chapter Bid does not constitute a commitment to join the memberfraternity extending the bid. c. IFC Bid – An official bid from the University of Oklahoma IFC, signed by a Recruit to signify his intent to pledge a memberfraternity of the University of Oklahoma IFC. IFC Bids are considered binding; signing an IFC Bid constitutes a commitment to join the member-fraternity indicated on the IFC Bid. A Recruit who signs an IFC Bid will not be eligible to sign another IFC Bid for any other member-fraternity for one semester.

Guidelines / rules

a. All OU undergraduate men are eligible to join an OU fraternity. Membership is restricted to OU students ONLY. b. All prospective recruits must register online (ifc.ou.edu) no later than Saturday, Aug. 22. If the prospective recruit is not registered by that time, he will not be permitted to participate in formal recruitment c. Alcohol consumption and/or alcohol possession is prohibited during ANY Recruitment event and all interactions, at any time, with a Recruit. d. The proliferation of rumors, accusations, derogatory statements or falsehoods directed against another Chapter by any Chapter’s Members or alumni is prohibited. e. Only OU undergraduate members, pledges/associates, members/ new members, alumni of the fraternity, parents of current OU undergraduate members and house directors may participate in recruitment activities. f. Women, excluding housemothers, university officials, parents of Members, and parents of Recruits, are prohibited from being in the Chapter’s fraternity house during all recruitment times. g. Recruits of sophomore status or higher, as determined by length of enrollment at a university, who intend to pledge a memberfraternity and who qualify for exemption from the University of Oklahoma Regents’ freshman housing policy may be allowed to live in the member-fraternity’s house, provided that an “Upperclassman Early Bid Form” is signed and turned in prior to Aug. 1. h. Open Door Policy: No Recruit may be taken behind closed doors during Formal Recruitment. Also, all doors must be open and unlocked during Formal Recruitment. i. Every Member and Recruit must be an enrolled student and registered with IFC.

d. Members – Any undergraduate associates, members, new members or pledges of a Chapter. e. Recruits – Any male, non-affiliated student enrolled or planning on enrolling at the University of Oklahoma. f. Recruitment Event – Any event held for the purposes of affiliation into a Chapter and/or considered an activity by the Chapter’s insurance at which five or more Recruits are present.

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All contact with Recruits by recruitment chairmen, Members or alumni of any OU Chapter is limited to times prescribed by the IFC. Prescribed visitation or Recruitment Event times shall be defined by the Vice President of Recruitment at least two weeks prior to the beginning of summer, fall and spring recruitment. No Chapter shall be allowed to escort Recruits to other Chapter houses. Chapter Bids may be given out at any time except the following: i. From the end of the spring semester until the first day Chapter Bids are allowed to be offered during Fall Recruitment, as determined by the IFC Vice President of Recruitment. ii. For a period of one week following the end of Fall Recruitment. No gifts may be given to Recruits. Gifts include cups, shirts, party favors and any other item deemed a gift by the IFJB. In-home visitations are allowed; however, there must be one designated recruitment chairman present. Up to three other Members may be present as well. Each Recruit may be visited as many times as mutually agreeable to the Recruit and the visiting Members. In-home visits are unlimited between May 15 and Aug. 22. Chapters will be able to offer bids to prospective recruits during Fall Formal Recruitment only from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, and from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26. IFC Bids will be signed – Location TBA, from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26. Continuous Open Bidding (C.O.B.) will begin one week after the end of Formal Recruitment. No recruits will be able to sign during the one-week period immediately following Formal Recruitment.

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AlUMnI PrOFIle: Tray Black Delta Tau Delta, Class of 1994

What is the most valuable benefit you gained from

Academic Degrees:

relationships that I developed as a student and continue to this

B.S. in Petroleum Engineering, University of Oklahoma

your fraternity experience at OU? “Long-term benefit: the day. Short-term benefit: a support system, structure and discipline that was critically important as I transitioned from living at home to the freedom of a college campus.”

What part did your fraternity experience play in the success

M.B.A., University of Texas at Austin

you have achieved after college? “The skills I learned from

What is your current occupation? “Most recently I served

being part of the fraternity are directly transferable to the

as the CFO for an oil and gas private equity company. During

workplace. Particularly important were developing and practicing

my career I have held various positions within the oil and gas

leadership skills and managing other people.”

industry, including reservoir engineer, financial analyst, business development associate and director for a private capital provider.”

What encouraging words would you have for the prospective fraternity members of fall 2009 or their parents? “The most

Other Activities:

important thing to remember when selecting a fraternity is that

OU Club of Houston – current president, previously served as

you want to find the place where you fit in the best. All of the

scholarship chairman

fraternities have great things to offer, but they are all unique. Find

Member of 1994 College World Series Championship team

a place that you can thrive and grow. That is best way to ensure that you will have a great experience”

Life Member and donor to Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Active in local Methodist church

Bartlesville, Okla., Junior, Political Science

Campus Activities

STUDenT PrOFIle: Courtlyn Shoate

Campus Activities Council (CAC)

best interests. The genuine

Homecoming Vice Chair; CAC High School Leadership Conference

support from these members

Counselor, Orientation Leader

will be a great asset to your

How has joining a fraternity benefitted you during your time

time here at the University of

here at OU? “Academically I was challenged to do my best and was

Oklahoma, and to the rest of

offered help when I needed it. My fraternity also encouraged me to

your life.”

get involved on campus and helped me to achieve this. There were multiple older members who wanted to do whatever they could to

What encouraging words/ advice would you offer to the prospective fraternity

direct me toward quality leadership experiences.”

members of fall 2009? “Don’t believe all the stereotypes you

Why should incoming students join a fraternity? “When you are selected by a fraternity to join, it is because they want to have you be a part of their brotherhood. They want to do whatever they can to help you succeed and are always looking out for your

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hear about Greek life. Going Greek is about the great opportunities to serve the university, the great opportunities to get involved, and most importantly the lifelong friendships that are made being a part of a brotherhood.”

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Scholarship 430 3.5

over IfC men earned or hIgher In a GPA of the fall of 2008!

The IFC grade-point average is consistently higher than the all campus male GPA! Academic achievement is the foundation for our future success, and the IFC community is committed to creating an environment conducive to learning and to attaining academic goals. In fact, the all-fraternity grade-point average has consistently been higher than the all-undergraduate male average. The fraternity experience will assist you in making the academic transition from high school to college by providing the following:

Fraternity Scholastic Standing Spring 2009 Chapter Grade-Point Averages RANK

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Beta Theta Pi

3.256

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Delta Upsilon

3.153

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Sigma Phi Epsilon

3.128

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Lambda Chi Alpha

3.125

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Phi Delta Theta

3.068

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Delta Tau Delta

3.049

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Sigma Alpha Epsilon

3.031

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Alpha Tau Omega

2.972

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Delta Chi

2.920

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Kappa Alpha

2.878

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Phi Gamma Delta

2.851

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Sigma Chi

2.810

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Pi Kappa Alpha

2.793

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Triangle

2.620

• academic enhancement seminars and workshops

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Sigma Nu

2.537

• time-management seminars

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Phi Kappa Sigma

2.474

• tutoring networks

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Phi Kappa Psi

2.184

All IFC Average

3.030

• tutoring reimbursement • proctored study halls • in-house test files Chapter members also are available to share experiences and to offer advice

Fall 2008 Chapter Grade-Point Averages

to fellow brothers. Scholarships, low-interest loans and research grants are

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a few ways Fraternity Headquarters and local chapters reward outstanding

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Beta Theta Pi

3.216

academic achievement. Furthermore, last year the Interfraternity Council

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Sigma Phi Epsilon

3.146

awarded nearly $3,000 in scholarships to men within IFC.

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Lambda Chi Alpha

3.121

4

Phi Delta Theta

3.0441

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Delta Upsilon

3.0436

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Delta Tau Delta

2.971

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Sigma Alpha Epsilon

2.961

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Alpha Tau Omega

2.917

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Phi Gamma Delta

2.858

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Kappa Sigma

2.815

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Kappa Alpha

2.759

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Sigma Nu

2.741

13

Delta Chi

2.694

14

Sigma Chi

2.661

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Pi Kappa Alpha

2.576

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Triangle

2.514

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Phi Kappa Sigma

2.477

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Phi Kappa Psi

2.160

All IFC Average:

2.975

Fall 2008 TOP 5 New Member GPA RANK

CHAPTER

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Beta Theta Pi

3.182

2

Sigma Phi Epsilon

3.085

3

Phi Delta Theta

3.013

4

Lambda Chi Alpha

2.987

5

Triangle Fraternity

2.986

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Our IFC chapters have demonstrated excellence in many areas of chapter operations and programming. In addition to chapter programming awards, individuals are recognized for attaining high levels of achievement in various areas. The following awards/scholarships are presented:

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LETzEISER HONOR LIST Benjamin James Bigbie John S. Gawey Koby Harrington (Silver Medalist)

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PE-ET TOP 10 SENIOR HONOR SOCIETY 2008-2009 Matthew Kemp Brown Koby Harrington 2009-2010 M. Tyler Coker Jacob Bryant Elliott H. Tyler Nunley

THE PRESIDENT’S AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING SOPHOMORES Buzz Becker Matthew Deimund Michael Nash Austin Slaymaker Benjamin R. West THE PRESIDENT’S AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING FRESHMEN Brett C. Bone Michael Paul Massad Darwin Roman OUTSTANDING SENIOR IN ECONOMICS Matthew Kemp Brown

BIG MAN ON CAMPUS Benjamin James Bigbie M. Tyler Coker Jacob Bryant Elliott Michael Linville

OUTSTANDING SENIOR IN ENERGY MANAGEMENT Tyler Jennings

REGENTS’ AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING JUNIORS M. Tyler Coker Jacob Bryant Elliott

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE PACE AWARD Michael Massad Stephen Pittman Darwin Roman

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President’s Trophy OVERALL WINNERS: First Place: Lambda Chi Alpha Runner Up: Sigma Phi Epsilon

President’s Trophy recognition Awards ACADEMICS Beta Theta Pi Delta Upsilon Phi Delta Theta Lambda Chi Alpha Sigma Phi Epsilon Category Winner Beta Theta Pi CAMPUS ACTIVITIES Beta Theta Pi Delta Upsilon Lambda Chi Alpha Pi Kappa Alpha Phi Delta Theta Sigma Nu Sigma Phi Epsilon Category Winner Delta Upsilon

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COMMUNITY SERVICE Beta Theta Pi Delta Tau Delta Delta Upsilon Lambda Chi Alpha Phi Gamma Delta Pi Kappa Alpha Phi Delta Theta Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Nu Sigma Phi Epsilon Category Winner (not IFC fraternity) MULTICULTURAL Delta Upsilon Lambda Chi Alpha Sigma Phi Epsilon Category Winner (not IFC fraternity)

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leadership The IFC community at the University of Oklahoma is made of leaders. One of the greatest opportunities in college is the development and application of leadership skills. Developing and preparing student leaders for life after college is one of the many goals of OU fraternities. Whether at the chapter level or beyond, a fraternity will teach, encourage and assist you in the development and refinement of your leadership skills and the attainment of your goals. Every member has an active role in leading the chapter. By learning to work in a group situation, you will learn such valuable skills as setting goals, delegating responsibilities, planning activities, solving problems and making decisions. These skills will set you apart in the future and help you lead a fulfilling and rewarding life. If you wish to be involved on campus and desire real-life opportunities to test your leadership skills, there is no better way than becoming affiliated with a fraternity at the University of Oklahoma. Fraternity and sorority members are involved in nearly all of the more than 300 registered student organizations at OU and can be found on many committees that shape campus life. Fraternity men and sorority women excel in all aspects of university life. At OU, to be Greek means to lead.

Some Involvement Opportunities • OU Cousins

• Crimson Club

• Dance Marathon

• Student Government

• Sooner Scandals

• Union Programming Board

• Student Alumni Board

• Campus Activities Council

• University Sing

• Interfraternity Council

• Homecoming

Executive Council

300 executive leadership positions on Campus

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Community Service One of the most gratifying aspects of fraternity life is the sense of satisfaction and pride that comes with involvement in community service. Fraternity men recognize the need throughout the year to raise money and donate time for their special philanthropies and community service projects. The ideals of most fraternities are exemplified through their service efforts. Fraternity members donate thousands of hours and dollars to local and national philanthropic organizations each year. Fund-raising events and service projects help fraternity members learn about their responsibility to the community. In taking advantage of these opportunities, you will learn the joy that comes from giving of yourself to help others.

PHILANTHROPIES INCLUDE: • J. d. mCCarty Center • marCh of dImes • unIted Way • ChIldren’s medICal researCh • bIg brothers/bIg sIsters of Cleveland County • adopt-a-sChool • habItat for humanIty • amerICan red Cross • JImmy v. foundatIon • boys and gIrls Club • musCular dystrophy assoCIatIon • north amerICan Canned food drIve • amyotrophIC lateral sClerosIs assoCIatIon • ChIldren’s mIraCle netWork • huntsman CanCer InstItute • amerICan CanCer soCIety

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Brotherhood Joining a fraternity is the beginning of a new experience with new friends and a new home away from home. One of the most enjoyable parts of joining a fraternity involves making new friends and forming bonds that will last long after college. You will not only learn to live with others, but through sharing the same experiences, environment and interests, you will develop a very special closeness to those around you. Brotherhood means more than wearing Greek letters, attending meetings and going to parties; it is about developing friendships and a sense of camaraderie that you will carry throughout the rest of your life.

Social Fraternities were founded as social organizations. The ability to function comfortably in a social environment will prove almost as important as the ability to do so in a work environment. Becoming a member of a group with common interests provides the opportunity to forge friendships that will last a lifetime. Each year, fraternities participate in a wide variety of social events, including homecoming, after-game parties, date parties, theme parties and special spring formals.

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Intramurals The intramural program is perhaps one of the most visible and enjoyable aspects of fraternity life at OU. Even though the intramural program is open to all students, fraternity and sorority participation and competition is always the strongest on campus. The fraternities compete against each other in friendly but intense rivalries. Intramural events are usually well attended by the Fraternity and Sorority Student Life community, and many fraternities develop followings of loyal fans. Enthusiasm and excitement dominate intramural events when Greeks participate! Each sporting event is an opportunity to gain points toward the coveted All Sports Trophy.

2008-2009 INTRAMURAL STANDINGS:

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Lambda Chi Alpha Delta Tau Delta Sigma Phi Epsilon Phi Delta Theta Beta Theta Pi Delta Upsilon Phi Gamma Delta Sigma Chi Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi Kappa Alpha Kappa Alpha Phi Kappa Psi Alpha Epsilon Pi Alpha Tau Omega Delta Chi Phi Kappa Sigma Sigma Nu Triangle

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Fraternity living Housing Chapter houses are university-approved housing for upperclassmen*, but are privately owned and maintained by local or national fraternity alumni house corporations. Upper-class men may have an obligation to live in the fraternity house; however, each fraternity establishes its own regulations regarding members living in or out of the chapter house. Potential members should ask each fraternity about individual requirements for living in or out of the chapter house. Each fraternity employs a full-time, live-in house director, sometimes referred to as a “house mother.” The house director oversees the daily operations of the chapter house. Each house is inspected annually by the City of Norman Revitalization Division, Norman Fire Department, University of Oklahoma Fire Marshal and Cleveland County Health Department to ensure they meet all health and safety standards. The possession and/or consumption of alcohol on fraternity property is prohibited. Study halls, dining facilities and workout facilities are a few of the features you will find in each fraternity house.

Alumni and House Corporations The structure and organization of chapter alumni varies with each chapter. A single chapter may have its alumni organized into an “association” that meets at the chapter house at such times as Homecoming and Commencement. Other alumni associations meet more regularly and advise the chapter officers in the day-to-day operations of the chapter. Another type of “association” is the house corporation — a legal entity that owns and manages the property of the chapter. These associations make the mortgage payments, pay the insurance, oversee maintenance and repairs, and pay the employees.

*OU regents’ Housing Policy For Freshman All single freshman students who are not 20 years of age, who do not have at least 24 hours of college credit from an accredited institution (advance placement or CLEP hours do not apply to this 24-hour requirement), or who have not lived in the University residence halls for at least two semesters must live in a University residence hall for the first two semesters. Exception from this policy is by special permission only, granted in writing by the university vice president for Student Affairs and dean of students or his/her delegate(s). Special permissions are granted for a period of one semester only and are subject to review prior to renewal.

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Finances Financial requirements are an important consideration for men participating in fraternity recruitment. If you accept an invitation to become a pledge or an associate, you will enter into a financial agreement and contract for housing and dues during your college years. Dues and fees vary for each chapter and from year to year. It is important to note that fraternity costs may be more expensive the first year due to additional pledge and initiation fees. It also is important to be aware that some additional costs may arise throughout the year, such as T-shirts, party favors and pictures. If you have any questions about finances, please do not hesitate to ask fraternity members or contact the Fraternity and Sorority Student Life Office at (405) 325-4029. It is important also to note that chapters may or may not assess additional fees during the year to cover costs for special events or projects. This may be an important topic for you to consider when visiting chapters during recruitment.

Fraternity and Sorority Student life Office

(405) 325-4029

THE FOLLOWING ARE SOME OF THE FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES THAT ACCOMPANY FRATERNITY AFFILIATION:

1 To pay certain fixed charges for room, board and dues according to each fraternity’s schedule.

2008-2009 FInAnCIAl InFOrMATIOn FIRST-YEAR MEMBER DUES PER YEAR: AVERAGE: $1,288 RANGE: $500 - $2,232 IN-HOUSE MEMBER DUES PER YEAR: AvERAGE: $6,186 RANGE: $3,528 - $6,827 OUT-OF-HOUSE MEMBER DUES PER YEAR: AVERAGE: $1,219 RANGE: $420 - $2,528

2 To pay the pledging and initiation fees. These fees are paid only once.

3 To pay for additional services such as social, intramural and recruitment-related activities.

4 To pay for optional services such as party pictures and guest meals.

5 To live in the chapter house during the sophomore, junior and senior years if required by the fraternity.

6 To pay for meals whether they are eaten or not. 7 To pay out-of-house fees if not living in the fraternity house. 8 To discuss fully with parents or guardians the financial situation and arrive at a mutual understanding of financial requirements before pledging.

9 To ask the fraternity about financial information and know what your obligations will be.

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Chapter House locations Triangle 720 S. Lahoma

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Beta Theta Pi 800 Chautauqua

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Sigma Alpha epsilon 730 College

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Sigma Phi epsilon 701 College

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Phi kappa Psi 720 Elm

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Alpha Tau Omega 1100 College

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Pi kappa Alpha 500 Elmwood

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Delta Tau Delta 1320 College

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Phi Delta Theta 1400 College

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Delta Chi (no current chapter house)

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Alpha epsilon Pi Chapter: Omega Upsilon nickname(s): AEPi location (Address): N/A Founding (Original location and Date): New York University, 1913 local Founding (Date): April 16, 2005 Motto: “Brotherhood, Tradition, Excellence” Approximate Chapter Size: 0-50 In-House Member Dues (per year): N/A Out-of-House Member Dues (per year):$420 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $520 Philanthropy: Latkes for Love; Shaare Zedek Children’s Hospital last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: Seven

Spring: 0

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: Best Delegation, 2007 Regional Conclave; National Philanthropy Award (2007, 2008); Lion Club (One of the Highest National Philanthropy Awards), 2009 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Paul Simon, Art Garfunkel, Mark Zuckerberg, Wolf Blitzer, Gene Wilder, Jerry Reinsdorf Date Party names: Day at the Races; AEPirates; Casino Royal; Broomball; Office Party Web site: www.ouaepi.org number of Men living in House: N/A length of Pledge Program: Five Weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: David Goldsmith (918) 619-2513 [email protected]

Ian Fullington President of Alpha Epsilon Pi

“Being a brother of Alpha epsilon Pi has shown me what it takes to be a good leader, a great student, and an even better man.”

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Alpha Tau Omega Chapter: Delta Kappa nickname(s): ATOs, Taus location (Address): 1100 College Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): virginia Military Institute, 1865 local Founding (Date): 2007 Motto: “America’s Leadership Development Fraternity” Approximate Chapter Size: 50-100 In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,100 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $2,000 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,500 Philanthropy: Splash Bash (benefitting the March of Dimes) last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 20

Spring: Four

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: Third Place U-Sing 2008, Third-Place Homecoming 2008 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Lee Corso, Jim Tressel, Jack Ingram, Steve Spurrier, Joe Girardi, James Stockdale, Jack Kemp Date Party names: Alpha Taulloween, White Tea Rose Formal Web site: www.ato.org number of Men living in House: 30 length of Pledge Program: 12 weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: John Esche (918) 607-8116 [email protected]

James Benson President of Alpha Tau Omega

“ATOs are dedicated to performing at the highest level academically, philanthropically and in all aspects of our brotherhood. When becoming an ATO every man understands the importance of leading the way.”

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Beta Theta Pi Chapter: Gamma Phi nickname(s): Beta location (Address): 800 Chautauqua Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): Miami (Ohio), 1839 local Founding (Date): 1907 Motto: “Know Friendship” Approximate Chapter Size: 150+ In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,800 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $1,300 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,500 Philanthropy: Frensley 5K last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 48 Spring: 0 Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: Five Sissou Awards; Two Knox Awards (Outstanding Beta Chapter); President’s Trophy 2004; Award for Outstanding Academics 2003, 2008, 2009 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Ralph G. Thompson (OU—Federal Judge), Rich Taylor (OU, Former VP—Disney), Sam Walton, John Wooden Date Party names: Barn Dance, Beta Lei, Loving Cup Web site: oubeta.org/index2.htm number of Men living in House: 66 length of Pledge Program: One semester recruitment Chair Contact Info: Ricky Farbro (918) 607-3824 [email protected]

President’s Trophy awards academic Category Winner Campus activities recognition Community service recognition

greek awards Campus Involvement Community service Cultural programming

Top Five grades spring 2009 fall 2008

TJ Hutchings President of Beta Theta Pi

“Beta is an association of men who strive for excellence in many different facets of life, be it professionally, academically or the building of life-long friendships.”

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Delta Chi Chapter: Oklahoma Chapter nickname(s): D-Chi location (Address): N/A Founding (Original location and Date): Cornell University, 1890 local Founding (Date): Oct. 13, 2003 Motto: “Brothers, scholars and family are always welcome. Hazing is dead, Sooner Pride is forever.” Approximate Chapter Size: 0-50 In-House Member Dues (per year): N/A Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $525 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $625 Philanthropy: Jimmy V Foundation last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: Five

Spring: 11

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: N/A Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Ashton Kutcher, Kevin Costner, Bobby Valentine Date Party names: Delta Chi-ribbean Web site: www.oudeltachi.org number of Men living in House: N/A length of Pledge Program: Eight weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: Joe Cullinan (678) 485-8880, [email protected]

Andrew Hoang President of Delta Chi

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Delta Tau Delta Chapter: Delta Alpha nickname(s): Delts location (Address): 1320 College Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): Bethany College, 1858 local Founding (Date): Feb. 22, 1922 Motto: “Committed to lives of excellence” Approximate Chapter Size: 100-150 In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,600 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $1,800 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,195 Philanthropy: Delt Dive, Tropical Thunder, Adopt-a-School last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 40

Spring: Two

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: Adopt-an-Area Winner 2004, 2007, 2008; Most Improved GPA 2006, 2007 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Oklahoma Gov. Brad Henry, John W. Nichols, John Elway, Will Ferrell, Matthew McConaughey, Drew Carey, Mike Mussina Date Party names: Bid Day, Founder’s Day Formal Web site: oudelts.org number umber of Men living in House: 45 length ength of Pledge Program: Eight weeks recruitment ecruitment Chair Contact Info: Forrest Klein (405) 905-9111 [email protected]

Chad Gregory President’s Trophy awards Community service recognition

greek awards alumni programming Community service

President of Delta Tau Delta

“The fraternity experience has played an integral part in my life. It is an honor to be involved in something greater than any one individual. Congratulations on making the decision to go Greek.”

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Delta Upsilon Chapter: Oklahoma nickname(s): DU location (Address): 505 Emerald Way Founding (Original location and Date): Williams College, 1834 local Founding (Date): 1927 Motto: “Justice, Our Foundation” Approximate Chapter Size: 150+ In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,200 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $1,100 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,100 Philanthropy: Boys and Girls Club of America last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 65

Spring: 0

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: DU Sweepstakes Finalist 2004, 2005, 2007; DU Award for Outstanding Recruitment 2008; DU Award for Outstanding Academics 2006, 2007 Famous Accomplished Alumni: James Garfield, Joseph Kennedy, Kurt Vonnegut, Lou Holtz Date Party names: Feudal, Coast Guard Web site: soonerdu.com number of Men living in House: 64 length of Pledge Program: 12 weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: Derek Case (405) 229-1077 [email protected]

Braton Danielson President of Delta Upsilon

“Since signing Delta Upsilon, I have learned and accomplished more than I could ever have imagined. Lifelong friendships have been formed, and by striving to exemplify our Four Defining Principals — the promotion of friendship, the diffusion of liberal culture, the development of character, and the advancement of justice — I have learned infinitely more than what could be taught to me in the classroom.”

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kappa Alpha Order Chapter: Beta Eta Chapter nickname(s): KA, The Order location (Address): 1501 Elm Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): Washington & Lee University, Dec. 21, 1865 local Founding (Date): Nov. 17, 1905 Motto: “Dieu Et Les Dames” – “God and the Ladies” Approximate Chapter Size: 50-100 In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,080 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $1,400 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,400 Philanthropy: Muscular Dystrophy Association last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 25

Spring: Six

Chapter Awards in the last 5 Years: First Place Homecoming 2008, 2nd Place Homecoming 2007; First Place Homecoming Pep Rally 2007 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): J. Edgar Hoover, Carl Albert, Gen. George S. Patton, Gen. George S. Marshall, Bill Engvall, Pat Boone Date Party names: Old South, Prohibition, Victory Party Web site: kaou.org number of Men living iving in House: 30 length ength of Pledge Program: Eight weeks recruitment ecruitment Chair Contact Info: Adam Engel (405) 808-6813 [email protected]

Matt Carpenter greek awards Campus Involvement Chapter programming

President of Kappa Alpha Order

“Brotherhood does not end when you graduate from college. Brotherhood in kappa Alpha lasts a lifetime.”

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lambda Chi Alpha Chapter: Gamma Rho nickname(s): Lambda Chi, Chops location (Address):

President’s Trophy awards first place overall: president’s trophy Winner academic recognition Campus activities recognition Community service recognition multicultural recognition

Top Five grades spring 2009 fall 2008

904 College Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): Boston University, Nov. 2, 1909 local Founding (Date): Oct. 9, 1926 Motto: “Vir Quisque Vir” – “Every Man a Man” Approximate Chapter Size: 150+ In-House Member Dues (per year): $5,600 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $500 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,600 Philanthropy: White Rose Miss OU Pageant, North American Canned Food Drive, Lambda Chi Alpha/Kappa Alpha Theta Pumpkin Carve (Lambda Theta Carve) Benefitting Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Watermelon Bust, Lambda Chi Omega Swishes for Wishes last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 48

Spring: Three

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: 1st Place President’s Trophy 2009; Second Place President’s Trophy 2008; Intramural Champions 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009; First Place in Grades for 2007 Academic Year; Third Place Grades Fall 2008; First Place Campus Involvement 2007, 2008; Third Place Sooner Scandals 2008; Second Place Homecoming 2008; Back-to-Back Homecoming Kings, 2007, 2008; First Place University Sing 2004 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Harry S. Truman, Larry Brown, Mark Brunell, James R. Jones (OU—USA Ambassador to Mexico), Fred Biletnikoff, Larry Brown, Henry Iba, Jim Mora Jr., Woody Paige, Rick Pitino Date Party names: Destination Unknown, Tradewinds, Glowga, Mom’s Christmas Party Web site: www.oulxa.org, www.ou.edu/lxaalum number of Men living in House: 65 length of Pledge Program: One semester recruitment Chair Contact Info: Daniel Jones (214) 454-7473 [email protected]

Christiaan Bester President of Lambda Chi Alpha

“The objectives of lambda Chi Alpha are to establish a sincere brotherhood that will last a lifetime and to encourage its membership to strive for excellence in everything they do.”

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Phi Delta Theta Chapter: Oklahoma Alpha nickname(s): Phi Delt location (Address): 1400 College Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): Miami (Ohio), 1848 local Founding (Date): April 1918 Motto: “We enjoy life by the help and society of others” Approximate Chapter Size: 100-150 In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,000 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $1,250 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,650 Philanthropy: Pre-Dally Rally last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 49

Spring: 0

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: Harvard Trophy 2006; General Headquarters Award; Gold Star Award; President’s Trophy Winner 2005 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local /national): Doak Walker, Jack Mildren, Neil Armstrong, Lou Gehrig, Burt Reynolds, Wes Welker, Benjamin Harrison Date Party names: Phi-Esta, Strike Oil, Bid Day, Phi Slamma Jamma Web site: ou.phideltatheta.org number of Men living iving in House: 64 length ength of Pledge Program: One semester recruitment ecruitment Chair Contact Info: Stewart Whitney (903) 245-9428 [email protected]

President’s Trophy awards academic recognition Campus activities recognition Community service recognition

Dan McCarthy

Top Five grades

President of Phi Delta Theta

spring 2009 fall 2008

“The men of Phi Delta Theta are dedicated to friendship, sound learning and moral rectitude. We are a house with great ambitions and dedication to one another.”

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Phi Gamma Delta Chapter: Nu Omega nickname(s): Phi Gam, FIJI location (Address): 1200 S. College Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): Jefferson College, May 1, 1848 local Founding (Date): Dec. 29, 1916 Motto: “Friendship, the sweetest influence” “Not for College Days Alone” Approximate Chapter Size: 100-150 In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,800 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $2,000 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,750 Philanthropy: American Red Cross—FIJI Olympics, Phi Gam Slam last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 38

Spring: Two

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: Second Place U-Sing 2008; John Templeton McCarty Chapter Proficiency Award 2008; Theta 5K 2007—Most Participation; Gamma Phi Beta Chili Cook-off—Spiciest Chili; President’s Trophy Community Service Recognition 2008 Famous Accomplished Alumni : Lee Allan Smith (OU, Oklahoma’s Man of the Century), Howard Kauffmann (OU, President—Exxon Corp.), Clay Bennett (OU, Owner—OKC Thunder), William Paul (OU—Former President of American Bar Association), J. Howard Edmondson (OU—former Oklahoma Governor) Date Party names: Bid Day, OU-Texas, Tech Weekend, Nite Club, Fiesta, Island, River Jam Web site: www.fijiou.com number of Men living in House: We have moved off campus for one year, while construction on our new fraternity house is under way. length of Pledge Program: One semester recruitment Chair Contact Info: Thomas Luce (214) 405-0174 [email protected]

Will Bowersox President of Phi Gamma Delta

“Here you will find the utmost college fraternity experience. The tradition of Phi Gamma Delta runs deep on campus.”

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Phi kappa Psi Chapter: Oklahoma Alpha nickname(s): Phi Psi location (Address): 720 Elm Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): Jefferson College, Feb. 19, 1852 local Founding (Date): 1920 Motto: “The Great Joy of Serving Others” Approximate Chapter Size: 0-50 In-House Member Dues (per year): $5,000 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $1,080 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,200 Philanthropy: Boys and Girls Club last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: Seven

Spring: Three

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: Adopt-an-Area Winner 2006-2008; Award for Scholastic Improvement 2005, 2008 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local /national): Michael Bloomberg, John F. Kennedy Jr., President Woodrow Wilson, Zach Braff, Owen Garriott Date Party names: N/A Web site: www.phikappapsi.com; www.phipsiok.org number of Men living in House: 15 length of Pledge Program: Six weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: Brandon Nofire (252) 622-1990 [email protected]

Gabe Bolender President of Phi Kappa Psi

“At Phi Psi we strive earnestly to live by our motto every day, that of the great joy of serving others. We build balanced men through leadership, scholarship, community service and brotherhood activities.

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Phi kappa Sigma Chapter: Omicron nickname (s): Phi Kaps location (Addresses): 736 Elm Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): University of Pennsylvania- Oct. 19, 1850 local Founding (Date): 1929 Motto: “Once a Phi Kap, Always a Phi Kap” Approximate Chapter Size: 0-50 In-House Member Dues (per year): N/A Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $500 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $500 Philanthropy: Leukemia and Lymphoma Society last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: Four

Spring: One

Date Party names: Tijuana Christmas, Black & Gold number of Men living in House: Nine length of Pledge Program: Six weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: Jordan Hillin (817) 781-6514 [email protected]

Jordan Hillin President of Phi Kappa Sigma

“Make it your own.”

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Pi kappa Alpha Chapter: Beta Omicron nickname(s): PIKE location (Address): 500 Elmwood Dr Founding (Original location and Date): University of virginia, 1868 local Founding (Date): 1920 Motto: “Once a Pike, Always a Pike” Approximate Chapter Size: 50-100 In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,400 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $1,000 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,280 Philanthropy: International Banquet, Pikes and Puppies last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 33

Spring: Seven

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: President’s Trophy Multicultural Recognition 2006, President’s Trophy Runner-up 2005, Adopt-an-Area Winner 2002-2006, Third Place Homecoming 2006, Second Place Homecoming 2007 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Andy Coats (Dean of University of Oklahoma School of Law), Jon Stewart, Tim McGraw Date Party names: Dream Girl, Pike Fright Web site: Oklahomapikes.com Pikes.org number of Men living in House: 37 length of Pledge Program: Eight weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: Wes Addison (682) 225-6343 [email protected]

President’s Trophy awards Campus activities recognition Community service recognition

greek awards Community service

Joe Gerba President of Pi Kappa Alpha

“Pi kappa Alpha is dedicated to developing Scholars, Leaders, Athletes, and Gentlemen.”

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Sigma Alpha epsilon Chapter: Oklahoma Kappa nickname(s): SAE, Sig Alphs location (Address): 730 College Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): March 9, 1856 local Founding (Date): Oct. 23, 1909 Motto: “The True Gentlemen” Approximate Chapter Size: 150+ In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,827 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $2,528 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $2,232 Philanthropy: Boxing Tournament, Capture the Flag Against Addiction, Fallapalooza last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 52

Spring: 0

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: Zeal Award (Sigma Alpha Epsilon Most Prestigious National Award) Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Fred Savage, David Spade, Barry Switzer, Mack Brown, Pete Carroll, Bobby Jones, Aubrey McClendon, T. Boone Pickens Date Party names: Jungle, Founders Day, Paddy Murphy, Christmas Formal, $10 Prom Web site: www.ousae.org number of Men living in House: 80 length of Pledge Program: One semester recruitment Chair Contact Info: Towns Holmboe (405) 834-3388 [email protected]

Collins Peck President of Sigma Alpha Esilon

“SAe means to join something bigger than yourself; it turns young men into ‘True Gentlemen.’”

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Sigma Chi Chapter: Beta Kappa nickname(s): Sigs location (Address): 1405 Elm Ave Founding (Original location and Date): Miami (Ohio), June 28, 1855 local Founding (Date): April 20, 1912 Motto: “In Hoc Signo Vinces” Approximate Chapter Size: 50-100 In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,400 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $2,200 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $2,000 Philanthropy: Children’s Miracle Network, Huntsman Cancer Institute last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 31

Spring: Seven

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: N/A Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Brad Pitt, David Letterman, Mike Ditka, John Wayne, Sean Payton, Drew Brees, Grover Cleveland Date Party names: Lonestar, Sweetheart, In Hocus Pocus Web site: www.ousigs.com number of Men living in House: 34 length of Pledge Program: Eight weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: Justin Ezell (580) 799-3288 [email protected]

Sean McLaughlin President of Sigma Chi

“Sigma Chi Fraternity is a fraternity beyond brotherhood. We value friendship, justice and learning, along with taking pride in our everyday actions. Sigma Chi is more than a four-year college experience; it is a lifelong commitment.”

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Sigma nu Chapter: Delta Epsilon nickname(s): Snakes location (Address): 1300 College Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): Lexington, va., 1869 local Founding (Date): Feb. 20, 1909 Motto: “Love, Honor, Truth” Approximate Chapter Size: 0-50 In-House Member Dues (per year): $5,800 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $900 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $900 Philanthropy: Sigma Nu’s Concert for Kids, Burgers at the Beach last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 15

Spring: Five

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: President’s Achievement Award in Community Service 2008; First Place IFC Bowling League 2007, 2008; Alpha Affiliate 2008; Top 10 Senior 2008; LEAD Awards; Third Place Homecoming 2006; Homecoming 2008 Float—Second Place; Sigma Nu Manpower Increase Award 2007; Sigma Nu scholarship Award 2008 Famous Accomplished Alumni: Paul Rudd, Bob Barker, Harrison Ford, Peyton Manning, Eli Manning, Archie Manning, Billy Vessels, Tommy McDonald, Bennie Owen, Paul “Bear” Bryant, Gene Rainbolt, Charles Schwab, Joe Buck, Robin Williams Date Party names: White Rose, White Star, High Stakes, Border Dance Web site: www.ousigmanu.org number of Men living in House: 17 length of Pledge Program: 10 weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: Brandon Williamson (806) 576-6730 [email protected]

Pat Cullinan President of Sigma Nu

“After 100 years on the University of Oklahoma campus, Sigma nu is proud to continue a legacy of honor, brotherhood and integrity.”

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Sigma Phi epsilon Chapter: Oklahoma Beta nickname(s): Sig Ep location (Address): 701 College Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): University of Richmond, Nov. 1, 1901 local Founding (Date): June 1, 1946 Motto: “The Lifetime Responsibility of Brotherhood” Approximate Chapter Size: 150+ In-House Member Dues (per year): $6,000 Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $625 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $1,000 Philanthropy: Sig Ep Dodgeball, Sig Ep Coffeehouse last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: 62

Spring: Eight

Chapter Awards in the last 5 Years: First Place U-Sing 2008; President’s Trophy Winners 2007-2008, 2006-2007; Chapter House of the Year 2006; Manpower Award 2005-2008; First Place Grades Spring/Fall 2007; Greek Challenge 2009; National Outstanding Sig Ep Chapter Award 2009 Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): Davey O’Brien, Rich Gannon, Theodor S. “Dr. Seuss” Geisel, Dave Thomas Date Party names: Five O’clock Somewhere, Sam’s Place, Boo Ball, Captain’s Crush Web site: www.ousigeps.com number of Men living in House: 80 length of Pledge Program: One semester recruitment Chair Contact Info:

President’s Trophy awards 2nd place overall: president’s trophy runner-up academic recognition Campus activities recognition Community service recognition multicultural recognition

greek awards academic programming alumni programming Community service Cultural programming greek Involvement

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Ryan Fightmaster (405) 694-1630 [email protected]

Steven Lee President of Sigma Phi Epsilon

“Sig ep develops leaders through the ideals of virtue, diligence and brotherly love toward our goal of building balanced leaders for the world’s communities.”

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Triangle nickname(s): N/A location (Address): 702 S. Lahoma Ave. Founding (Original location and Date): University of Illinois, April 15, 1907 local Founding (Date): Nov. 18, 1979 Motto: “Veritas Omnia Vincit” Approximate Chapter Size: 0-50 In-House Member Dues (per year): $4,653 (Single)

$3,528 (Double)

Out-of-House Member Dues (per year): $1,008 First-Year Member Dues (per year): $744 Philanthropy: Habitat for Humanity last Year’s Pledge Class Size: Fall: Seven

Spring: Three

Chapter Awards in the Past Five Years: 2008 IFC Recognition for Academic Programming; National Organization’s Award for Most Improved GPA, Chapter GPA Over 3.0, and Increase of .2 or more in Chapter GPA Famous Accomplished Alumni (local / national): George Griffin, Stephen Mercer, Frederick R. Kappel, Ellison Onizuke, Michael Morhaime Date Party names: N/A Web site: www.outriangle.org number of Men living in House: Six length of Pledge Program: 10-12 weeks recruitment Chair Contact Info: Preston Hall (405) 371-8398 [email protected]

Jeff Boles President of Triangle

“The purpose of Triangle is to develop balanced men in the fields of Engineering, Architecture and Science by providing an environment which fosters personal growth and professional success.”

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national Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (nPHC) The National Pan-Hellenic Council Inc. was organized in 1930 at Howard University in Washington, D.C. Headquartered in Indiana, the organization promotes interaction, encourages cooperation and provides support for each member fraternity and sorority. There are five fraternities and four sororities under the NPHC umbrella. All nine NPHC organizations are chartered at OU. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.

Kappa Alpha Psi

Phi Beta Sigma

Chapter Name: Zeta Zeta

Chapter Name: Zeta Omega

Chapter Name: Xi Delta

Nickname: Alphas

Nickname: Kappas

Nickname: Sigmas

Colors: Black and Old Gold

Colors: Crimson and Cream

Colors: White and Blue

Motto: First of all servants of all, we shall

Founded Nationally: Jan. 5, 1911,

Motto: Culture for Service and

transcend all.

Indiana University

Service for Humanity.

Founded Nationally: Dec. 4, 1906,

Founded at OU: April 15, 1993

Founded Nationally: Jan. 9, 1914,

Cornell University Founded at OU: Oct. 23, 1967

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Chapter Name: Pi Delta

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc.

Nickname: Omegas or Ques

Chapter Name: Gamma Kappa

Colors: Royal Purple and Old Gold

Nickname: Iotas

Motto: Friendship is essential to the soul.

Colors: Charcoal Brown and Gilded Gold

Founded Nationally: Nov. 17, 1911,

Motto: Building a tradition, not resting on one.

Howard University

Founded Nationally: 1963,

Founded at OU: 1972

chapteRs

MGC and nPHC Chapters

Howard University Founded at OU: March 27, 1982

Morgan State College Founded at OU: 1997

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) The MGC joined Fraternity and Sorority Student Life in the fall of 2006 and is currently composed of five fraternities and three sororities. Beta Chi Theta

Delta Epsilon Psi

Tau Kappa Omega

Chapter Name: Delta Chapter

Chapter Name: Epsilon Chapter

Chapter: Alpha

Color: Black, Silver and White

Colors: Blue and Silver

Colors: Black, Red, White

Founded Nationally: 1999,

Founded Nationally: 1998,

Founded at OU: March 2002

University of California at Los Angeles

University of Texas

Web site: www.taukappaomega.com

Founded at OU: 2002

Founded at OU: Spring 2004

Local Contact: Haaris Nizami, (405) 412-0495

Web site: www.depsiepsilon.org

Web site: www.betachitheta.com

Sigma Lambda Beta

Omega Delta Phi Fraternity

Chapter Name: Eta Gamma

Chapter Name: Xi

Colors: Purple and White

Nickname: Knights

Founded Nationally: 1986,

Colors: Scarlet and Silver

University of Iowa

Founded Nationally: 1987,

Founded at OU: 2003

Texas Tech University

Local Contact: vRonnie Hutson,

Founded at OU: Fall 1996

(918) 231-8255

Web site: www.ou.edu/student/odphixi

Web site: www.ou.edu/betas

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Interfraternity Council Contact Kevin Estep Interfraternity Council Adviser Phone: (405) 325-4029 E-mail: [email protected] Michael Nash Interfraternity Council Vice President of Recruitment Phone: (405) 325-6751 E-mail: [email protected] Brian Ray Interfraternity Council President Phone: (405) 325-6751 E-mail: [email protected]

INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL Address: 900 Asp Ave., Suite 370, Norman, OK 73019-4058 Web site: ifc.ou.edu E-mail: [email protected]

IFC Vice President of Recruitment: Michael Nash Designed by: Haley Fulco, University of Oklahoma Printing Services Printed by: University Printing Services Created by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1890, the University of Oklahoma is a doctoral degree-granting research university serving the educational, cultural, economic and health care needs of the state, region and nation. The Norman campus serves as home to all of the university’s academic programs except health-related fields. Both the Norman and Health Sciences Center colleges offer programs at the Schusterman Center, the site of OU-Tulsa. The OU Health Sciences Center, which is located in Oklahoma City, is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. OU enrolls more than 30,000 students, has more than 2,400 full-time faculty members, and has 20 colleges offering 158 majors at the baccalaureate level, 167 majors at the master’s level, 81 majors at the doctoral level, 26 majors at the first professional level, and 24 graduate certificates. The university’s annual operating budget is $1.48 billion. The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity institution. The 2009 Recruitment Manual is printed by the Interfraternity Council, with 1,500 copies prepared at no cost to the taxpayers of the State of Oklahoma. Accommodations on the basis of disability are available by calling (405) 325-4029. (#49449, 07/09)

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