Alpha Phi -Iota Epsilon
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Interested in rushing Alpha Phi check out our current Calendar
Why join Alpha Phi?
"Sisterhood is many things. It's a warm smile on a
cold and rainy day, a friendly hug, a cheerful hello... It's all that a good
and lasting
friendship is, only better. It's
treasured. It's sacred. It's knowing that there will always be someone there
for you. It's dreams shared,
and goals achieved. It's counting on
others and being counted on. It is real."
Common
Questions
Financial
How much does it cost?
Currently, the cost of dues is $250
per term. While this might sound expensive, this is actually quite low,
compared to most
fraternities and sororities. If you live in the apartments, the cost of your
apartment rent is approximately $1400 (which is comparable to
living in the residence hall or off-campus). New member dues are approximately
$450, which is a one-time payment that helps off set the
expense of initiation and national dues.
What are the financial obligations?
Your financial obligations are dues
and rent or live-out fees (if applicable) after membership. This goes towards
our housing, events,
activities, insurance, and national
dues.
Where does the money for dues go?
All Panhellenic sororities (which
includes ASA and A Phi) owe money to nationals to keep their chapters active.
The cost of dues also
pays for our house composites, insurance, etc. Your new member dues will pay
for your pledge pin, your member pin, your certificate and
member card, your house letter shirt, and your dues for the term.
Membership Selection
What are the requirements to join?
You must show an active interest in
the house and attend events. All new members are required to go through new
member
education before they are initiated.
How difficult is it to get in?
Just be yourself and find a house
that is truly right for you. You must also have an 80 WAG and show continuous
interest in the house.
Can sophomores or juniors join?
Of course! Female students of any year are free to join if
WAG criteria is met.
New Member Program
What is the new member program like?
New members attend one hour per week
for five weeks, in which topics such as: hazing, our creed, the constitution
and by-laws, and
other basic information about Alpha Phi are discussed and explained. You are
not required to memorize information or take tests. However,
your attendance is necessary.
Do you haze?
No, Alpha Phi does not haze. Hazing
is prohibited by Panhel and Alpha Phi International.
When is initiation?
Initiation is generally held the
winter term after which you rush.
Chapter Facilities
Do I get to live in the facilities?
Yes, you are free to live in the
house after you have spent two terms in the residence hall as a freshman.
Do I have to live in the facilities?
Usually members are not required to
live in and our chapter has the flexibility to allow all members who would like
to live in the chance
to do so because of the apartments. However, there is a charge if you choose
not to live in and the apartments are not fully occupied
by Alpha Phi’s.
What rules are there about the facilities?
The rules that must be abided to are
set by Campus Village Apartments and Alpha Phi Internationals and are
comparable to other apartment
complexes and sororities.
Chapter Activities
What activities are required?
We have weekly house meetings which
last an hour or less, as well as philanthropy, sisterhood, recruitment and
initiation events throughout the year.
How much time does it take?
On a normal basis, just a few hours
per week are required. However, there is flexibility in our schedules to be
sure that all members have time for
school activities as well as other events. Rush does take more time than usual,
but since many of the events provide us with the opportunity to
socialize and meet people, it does not feel like a time commitment.
What is your philanthropy?
Our philanthropy is the Alpha Phi
foundation, which raises money for research into cardiac care, the #1 cause of
death among women. However,
we have also participated in several other events, such as: the CRIM, Flint
Clean-up, pop can drive, Big Brothers/Big Sisters Bowling, and a car wash.
We’re also hoping to do more philanthropic events with the Flint
community. Be sure to check out our philanthropy page for more information!!
Any other questions can be directed towards the president of
Iota Epsilon Chapter, Claire Utrecht at utre4250@kettering.edu.
Last updated on 07/08/2009
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