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We are so excited that you are interested inPanhellenic Recruitment, and would like to officiallywelcome you! By joining a Panhellenic Sorority youwill encounter endless opportunities! Your sororitywill help you meet life-long friends, become a leader,serve others, and experience limitless networkingopportunities. Throughout recruitment weekend, we want you tocome into each conversation with an open mind.Each of our Panhellenic Sororities offer a communityof empowering women who are ready to supportyour journey and welcome to your home away fromhome here at GMU! We are all so excited that you have taken the firststep to finding your home away from home, andcan't wait to see your future with Mason Panhellenic!These next pages aim to help you learn more aboutwhat to expect, the recruitment timeline, and whoour chapters are.WELCOME!

01Overview of Panhellenic &Recruitment Schedule02A Letter from our VP ofRecruitment05Recruitment Terms06Values-Based Recruitment03Meet the Recruitment Team07Recruitment RegistrationChecklist08Recruitment Schedule10Meet Our Chapters09Financial Transparency 04Meet the Executive CouncilTABLE OF CONTENTS11Meet Our Head RC & RC’s12Common Questions

The Panhellenic Council is thegoverning body for Panhellenicsorority life on campus. Thecouncil is composed ofrepresentatives from the sevensororities that are affiliated withthe National PanhellenicConference (NPC). Although oursisters wear different letters, weare united by our values.The Panhellenic Council iscommitted to relationships builton trust through transparency,accountability, and mutualrespect.Primary recruitment is a weekend during the school yearwere you will meet all of our seven sororities on campus.You’ll have the opportunity to learn about their values,philanthropy, and what makes them unique as a sisterhood.In primary recruitment, you’ll be grouped with otherwomen going through the process as well and guided byrecruitment counselors. At the end of each day, you’ll rankeach sorority based on how you feel about them.WHAT ISPANHELLENIC?WHAT IS PRIMARYRECRUITMENT?ΑΟΠ ΑΦ ΑΞΔ ΧΩ ΓΦΒ ΚΔ ΖTA

RECRUITMENTSCHEDULEThursday, September 11Friday, September 12Saturday, September 13Sunday, September 14Monday, September 15OrientationOpen HousePhilanthropyBid Day!PreferenceRegister for recruitment HERE:https://enroll.icsrecruiter.com/pan/gomaun

A LETTER FROM OURVICE PRESIDENT OFRECRUITMENTDear Potential New Member, Welcome to Panhellenic Recruitment! I’m so excitedyou’re here and giving this experience a chance. Joininga sorority can change your college years in the best way. Going through recruitment and joining a sorority isabout finding real friendships, learning new thingsabout yourself, and growing into the person you’remeant to be.I know this process can feel overwhelming at times.There are a lot of emotions, and that’s completelynormal. My best advice? Be yourself. Don’t worry about anything you’ve heard before or whatyou think it’s supposed to be like. Just focus on findingthe place where you feel comfortable and where youcan see yourself being happy.Whether you have a question, need someone to talk to,or just need a quick pep talk between rounds, pleasedon’t hesitate to reach out to me. No question is toosmall and no feeling is too silly.Best, Regan Lewis

VP of MembershipRecruitmentREGAN LEWISRegan oversees theadministrative side ofrecruitment while planningthe logistics for each roundof the weekend. Ryanne oversees therecruitment counselors inrecruitment and leadstheir training. Assistant VP ofMembership RecruitmentRYANNE MARDINIRECRUITMENTTEAMA LETTER FROM OUR ASSISTANT VP OFRECRUITMENTDear Potential New Member, Don’t be scared, find your home away from home. All thechapters are so EXICTED to meet you and you have so manypeople in your corner here to support you and make you feelseen and known. If you take one step we will take ten! If youhave questions, we have answers, if you are scared we arehere to support you. Take the opportunity and trust that wewill help you every step.Ryanne Mardini

PresidentAIN SLE Y S HEWBRIDGE EXECUTIVE BOARDVP of Membership RecruitmentREG AN LEW IS Asst VP of Membership RecruitmentRYANNE MARDINIVP of ProgrammingKIE RST EN MULLINSVP of MarketingMEG HAN DO YLEIVY NG UYE NVP of Finance Vice PresidentMAD Y V ISC ONTI

RECRUITMENTTERMSKey words or phrases that you may hear during primaryrecruitment!ACTIVE MEMBERA sister who is fully initiated, ingood standing with the chapter,and a current sister on campus.BIDA formal invitation to join a sorority.CHAPTERThe local collegiate branch of anational sorority.CONTINUOUS OPENBIDDING The period in which a sororitybelow the campus total is able torecruit members outside ofPrimary Recruitment.EVENTEach day of recruitment willcontain multiple events where youwill go and interact with each ofour sororities.MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENTACCEPTANCE BINDINGAGREEMENT (MRABA)A document that each PotentialNew Member completesimmediately following thepreference round of parties statingher membership preferences. Thisis a binding agreement stating thatthe PNM is willing to accept a bidfrom any sorority she lists. NEW MEMBERA person who has officially joined asorority by accepting a bid, but hasnot yet been initiated.NATIONAL PANHELLENICCOUNCIL (NPC)The umbrella organization of all ofthe existing Panhellenic sororitiesthat oversees our governing rules.PHILANTHROPYA national and/or local charity thata sorority supports, donating timeand money through service.POTENTIAL NEW MEMBERA college person who isparticipating in the primaryrecruitment process.RECRUITMENT COUNSELORA sorority member who goesthrough the recruitment processon the Panhellenic side, guidingpotential new members andhelping them with their process. ROUNDEach day of recruitment isconsidered a round. Our rounds areOpen House, Philanthropy, andPreference.SORORITYA women’s student organizationdedicated to sisterhood and corevalues.

This is a recruitment style that focuses on meaningfulconversations between collegiate members and potentialnew members with the goal of recruiting women who willhave a positive impact on chapters and the CollegePanhellenic community. Nonessential features such as skits,elaborate decorations and costumes are removed from theprocess, and the focus is on the values, benefits andobligations of membership for each organization.1. Be yourself and stay true toyour personal values!Everyone has differentexperiences withrecruitment, but keep inmind what you want out ofjoining a sorority. 2.Ask questions! Don’t beafraid to get to know ourmembers and who they arelike. 3.Have an open mind. This isyour process so go into eachround unbiased and focusedon your values.VALUES-BASEDRECRUITMENTSOME ADVICE WHEN GOING THROUGHRECRUITMENT

C. Mark your calendar!!! RECRUITMENTREGISTRATIONCHECKLISTFirst Day: (Orientation) Date: Sept 11th Time: 7:00pmLocation: Dewberry HallA. Register for Fall 2024 Panhellenic SororityRecruitment. Register online through the linklocated in our Instagram, yard signs, and below.Register Here:https://enroll.icsrecruiter.com/pan/gomaunB. Pay the $35 registration fee – this covers yourofficial recruitment shirt and a free dinner duringthe weekend. Your payment helps us create a fun,organized, and memorable experience for you!CAN’T MAKE IT? NO WORRIES!! IF YOU CAN’TMAKE IT DUE TO CLASS OR PRIORCOMMITMENTS, PLEASE EMAILGMUPANHELLENICVPMR@GMAIL.COMLETTING REGAN KNOW SO SHE CAN HELPYOU WITH YOUR NEXT STEPS!

RECRUITMENTSCHEDULEOrientation: Thursday, September 11 - 7:30 pmLearn more about each of the days of recruitment inmore detail such as what to expect and wear in thenext couple of pages.Open House: Friday, September 12 - 3:00 pmPhilanthropy: Saturday, September 13 - 12:00 pmPreference: Sunday, September 14 - 12:00 pmBid Day: Monday, September 15 - 5:00 pmABOUT RECRUITMENT DRESS CODE: There is a dress code for each round ofrecruitment. However, we want to emphasizethat you should wear what makes you feelmore comfortable! There is no need to spendmoney buying a new wardrobe for recruitment,we want you to wear what makes you feel likeyourself! Location: Johnson Center Dewberry Hall Locations for above: PROVIDED BY RECRUITMENT COUNSELORS

Orientation will prepare you with all necessaryinformation and a breakdown of primaryrecruitment! You will meet your RecruitmentCounselor and get your Recruitment T-shirt. What to Wear: There is no formal dress codefor Orientation, wear whatever makes youmost comfortable. ORIENTATION

ROUND 1: OPEN HOUSEDuring Round 1, you will meet with all 7 chapters. Each chapter will give you a taste of what sisterhood means to them. You will travel in your recruitment counselor groups the wholenight. Dinner will be provided!What to Wear: Wear the Day 1 Recruitment Shirt andany bottoms of your choice. Wear comfortableshoes!Types ofconversations toexpect: You will behaving "getting toknow me"conversations. Thiscould be anythinglike: hobbies,interests, what youdid over thesummer, and muchmore!

ROUND 2: PHILANTHROPYTypes ofconversations toexpect: You shouldexpect to talk aboutany communityservice you haveparticipatedin/causes you arepassionate about.Chapters will discusstheir philanthropy,academics, andfinancial and timecommitments.On Philanthropy night, you will learn about eachchapter's philanthropy, and different service eventsthat they plan. Because there is more variety inschedules, there will be time gaps and differenttiming for each of you.What to Wear: Think polished but comfortable! Acasual skirt or dress, a blouse with dress pants, orother put-together options!

ROUND 3: PREFERENCETypes of conversationsto expect: During thisround, you will be talkingabout what means themost to you. This canrange from family andfriends to otherimportant aspects ofyour life. On this day,you should also behaving deeperconversations abouthow you could seeyourself in eachorganization and howyou could contribute totheir sisterhood. Preference Day is the final day of recruitment.Preference is where you will learn some of thedeeper, more sacred aspects and values of eachchapter. You will learn why each member callstheir chapter home. What to Wear: Semi-formal attire (dress or dresspants), comfortable dress shoes.

BID DAY!What to Wear: Comfy shoes and A shirt you can easilylayer, an undershirt or tank top works great since you’llget a new t-shirt once you “run home”! Congratulations you’ve made it! This is where youreceive a bid and get to run home to your sorority. BidDay starts at 5:00 pm, but ends at different times foreach sorority. This is a celebration of you!!

When joining a sorority, finances are an important matterto consider. The financial requirements of membershipvary from chapter to chapter. Typically, costs includemembership dues, a one-time new member fee, andadditional fees specific to each sorority. A full breakdownof these costs will be provided during Round 2 ofrecruitment and is also available on the next page.Our sororities offer flexible payment plans that allow duesto be paid in installments over time. In addition, both thePanhellenic Council and individual sororities offerscholarships to help make membership more accessible.It’s important to understand that sorority dues contributedirectly to your experience. Your financial contributionshelp cover the cost of chapter events, recruitmentapparel, philanthropy efforts, sisterhood activities, andattendance at special occasions like semi-formals andformals. These dues go right back into creating thememories and connections that make sorority life soimpactful.We encourage you to ask chapters any questions youmay have about financial obligations. FINANCIALTRANSPARENCY

ChapterNewMemberDuesMember Dues:FallMemberDues:SpringAlphaOmicron Pi570 (fall)481Alpha Phi879.62532.53396Alpha XiDelta780475475Chi Omega815500500Gamma PhiBeta700575575Kappa Delta755580580Zeta TauAlpha584459370583FINANCIALTRANSPARENCYLearn More: https://simplebooklet.com/copyoffinancialtransparencyf

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ALPHA OMICRON PIValues: Character,Dignity, Scholarship andCollege LoyaltyPhilanthropy: TheArthritis FoundationColors: Cardinal RedFlower: JacqueminotRoseMotto: “InspireAmbition”@gmuaoii

Values: Sisterhood,Generosity, Innovation,and CharacterPhilanthropy: The AlphaPhi Foundation, supportswomen’s heart healthColors: Silver andBordeauxFlower: Lily of the ValleyMotto: “Union hand inhand”ALPHA PHI@gmualphaphi

ALPHA XI DELTAValues: Sisterhood,Leadership, Knowledge,and ServicePhilanthropy: KindlyHearts Initiative Colors: Light Blue, DarkBlue, and GoldFlower: Pink RoseMotto: “The pen ismightier than the sword”@axidgmu

CHI OMEGAValues: Friendship, PersonalIntegrity, Service to Others,Academic Excellence,Community and CampusInvolvement, and Personaland Career Development Philanthropy: Make-A-WishColors: Cardinal and StrawFlower: White CarnationMotto: “Sisters on Purpose”@chiomegagmu

GAMMA PHI BETAValues: Love, Labor,Learning, and Loyalty Philanthropy: BuildingStrong GirlsColors: Brown and ModeFlower: Pink CarnationMotto: “Founded Upon aRock”@gmugphi

KAPPA DELTAValues: Friendship, Loyalty,Personal Integrity, LifelongLearning, and SelflessServicePhilanthropy: Prevent ChildAbuse America and GirlScouts of the USA Colors: Olive Green andPearl WhiteFlower: White RoseMotto: “Let us strive for thatwhich is honorable,beautiful, and highest”@gmukappadelta

Values: Learning,Leadership, Responsibility,Being Rather thanSeeming, Service andPhilanthropy, SeekingUnderstanding that WeMight Gain True Wisdom,Humility, Loyalty andCommitment, and LovePhilanthropy: BreastCancer Education andAwarenessColors: Blue and Steel GreyFlower: White VioletMotto: “Seek the Noblest”ZETA TAU ALPHA@ztagmu

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HEADRECRUITMENT COUNSELORArtasia ScottOversees Recruitment Counselors

Recruitment Counselors stay with you allweekend and guide your group from eventto event. They won’t tell you what sororitythey’re in until the very end. They can giveyou honest help without influencing yourchoices.RECRUITMENT COUNSELORS(RC’S)Your Recruitment Counselor is like your big sisterduring recruitment weekend! She's a sororitymember who steps away from her chapter for theweekend so she can focus on helping you.She’ll be with you the whole time,answering your questions, helping youunderstand what’s going on, and just beingthere if you need someone to talk to.Whether you’re nervous, excited, or unsure,she’s there to support you through it all.Basically, they’re your go-to person foranything you need during recruitment! Meetyour RC’s on the next page!

Anabella ShearerCeleste Sturtz Lacey Eckert Zoe LemonEmily Koch Raven StackChloe HackworthLeah BuckAlyzabeth BridghamJustienna Tong- On Sammie HaagsmaAva WoolleyTrista Nyhuis Charlotte BellNOT PICTURED: Summer Dooley, Ashlyn MedinaJessica Verbel

CommonquestionsDo I have to attend every eventon my Recruitment schedule?Yes! Recruitment is designed tohelp you explore the Panhelleniccommunity and get to know eachchapter. Attending all scheduledevents ensures you’re fullyinformed and making the mostof your options. If you skip anevent you were invited towithout an approved excuse,you’ll be removed from therecruitment process.Will everyone receive a bid atthe end of Recruitment? Not necessarily. Recruitment is amutual selection process, whichmeans outcomes vary. Whileparticipating doesn’t guarantee abid, most women who completePrimary Recruitment do end upwith a bid!What if I’m only interested inone sorority?Focusing on just one chapter ora small group of them can limityour opportunities and set youup for disappointment. Weencourage you to keep an openmind, explore every chapter,and base your decisions onyour own experience, not onwhat others think.Can I still go throughRecruitment if I’m not afreshman?Absolutely!

Am I required to join a sororityif I go through PrimaryRecruitment? Not at all. Participating inRecruitment gives you the chanceto learn about sorority life anddecide if it’s something you wantto be a part of. There’s noobligation to join a chapter justbecause you go through theprocess.What should I know if I’m alegacy?Panhellenic doesn’t have legacypolicies. Being a legacy does notguarantee an invitation, andyou're not expected to join thatchapter either. Sororities focus ongetting to know each PotentialNew Member and look for a strongpersonal fit. What is sorority life like for off-campus students?About 50% of our communityconsists of commuter students,with an even larger percent livingin off-campus housing. Therereally isn't much of a differenceother than making the time tocommute to and from events thatthe organization may be havingduring theWhat is the new memberprocess like?The new member processdiffers between all sevensororities on campus. In ourchapters here on campus, it isan enjoyable process whereeach individual new memberhas the opportunity to meet thesisters of their chapter, meettheir fellow new members, andlearn more about the historyand values of that chapter.What is the policy on hazing?George Mason University, aswell as all seven PanhellenicSororities on campus, have azero tolerance policy for hazing.What if I am going to beabsent for one of the days?Please let your recruitmentcounselor know duringorientation and she will giveyou a form to fill out. We areespecially understanding if youhave class or anothereducational

I just want to say how genuinely excited I am for you.Going through recruitment is such a big moment, and I’malready so proud of you for taking the first step. You’reabout to start something that could truly shape yourcollege experience in the best way.This community is all about helping you grow, notchanging who you are, but bringing out the absolute bestin you. You'll make memories, learn about yourself, andmeet people who will feel like family for life. And just in case no one has told you yet: you are alreadyenough exactly as you are. No matter where you end up,you’ll be loved and celebrated.Every sorority you meet is genuinely excited to get toknow you, your interests, your story. There’s no “perfect”way to go through this; you just have to show up asyourself. We’ve all been there, and we get it. So seriously, don’t beafraid to ask questions, share how you’re feeling, andlean on the people around you.FINALLY...

Sincerely, Regan Lewis VP of Membership Recruitment gmupanhellenicvprecruitment@gmail.com