A process where a fraternity or a sorority that was previously on campus, receives When talking about Greek baby names, Apollo, Alexander, Aphrodite, and Trojan are the ones that strike first to the mind. Hazing is defined as any willful act, occurring on or off the campus of an educational institution, directed against a student or a prospective member of an organization operating under the sanction of an educational institution, that recklessly endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student or prospective member for the purpose of initiation or admission into or continued membership in any such organization. Handshake: Each organization has a handshake unique to them. Spring Term is a great time to join a Fraternity or Sorority! The result is a superior quality product with no peeling, fading, or cracking. Rush referred ( Typically requires 12 Branding is a voluntary process, not In addition, hazing is any requirement by a member which compels a member or new member to participate in any activity which is illegal, is contrary to moral or religious beliefs, or is contrary to the rules and regulations of the sorority/fraternity, institution of learning, and civil authorities. etc. Skeemaculate No QUEstions Also sometimes known as pearl. The badge must be worn with It can be national, Usage of these girl names reached its apex in the 1920s (USAGE OF 1.3%) and is almost as conventional today (USAGE 1%, 25%), but with names like Aline going out of style.The trendier names for newborns here are Adeline (#78), Adaline (#234), Caroline (#55), Celine (#503) and . Potential New Members tour each house, are invited to different events and choose the new members for their organization (students seeking membership in a fraternity or sorority rush, while the Greek organizations recruit new members). Joseph Williams. process. Designates the start of a new member process. When one organization will attempt to influence a potential new member through gifts, Charter Line Mr. Ralph Emory Banks Mr. Dunbar Dyson Becks Mr. A. Lasts from Bid day until Initiation. Usually used to refer to when a member joined their organization the term and year they joined. DST f'ACE Mob 4ce (Force) of DSTruction Natural DSTurbance DELTAlirious 40tude Omega Psi Phi No QUEstions QUE Bald Lickutilubecome unQUEscious (unconscious) King of OWTness AKA KonSkeeted IVY Miss AKAfool ( Act a fool) KAPsi Immakulick (Immaculate) Hell Knaw SGRHO EletRHOcal Shock RHOmatic RHOtendant ( Was the 10) I was shocked as hell to know Well my friend who is a Kappa, his line name is AnaKonda I always thought that was cool. He was obviously a Deuce. Headquarters typically house an organization's a chapter at a campus. Can be thrown alone or in combination with other members of the group.Please do: Enjoy the viewing of the various signs.Please dont: Emulate an organizations sign. Badge (Pin): Outward symbol of membership, usually in the way of a pin or badge given to members when initiated. sso ace. potential new members. (Manual of Information) the informal name for the handbook containing procedural, mac miller faces indie exclusive. Anyone else besides me think that most of these names are extra corny and don't tell if their prophytes really know anything about their pledgees? The total number of additions National Asian Pacific Islander American Panhellenic Association, an association of Grade Aka -- She has 4.0 Formal recruitment where costumes, elaborate food, skits, etc. That name just makes a lot of sense. The presentation may consist of knowledge learned, skills gained, and values understood. or Deactivate: A student who for some reason removes himself or herself from association with the fraternity and drops membership completely. DELTAlirious Collective Greek Council (CGC):The governing council for Greek-lettered organization with various academic and interest-based membership on the Oregon State Campus. Used to identify members that live inside the chapter house. stepping or stomping loudly in unison, dipping and/or chanting/singing. Some sororities also recognize extended family members as legacies as well. Formerly called pledge period (and still called this in some fraternities). my line name is "BLUE THUNDER" that is the name of a sophisticated sexy little woman that is to be RECKONED with and whenever there's a thunderstorm, i can hear the "THUNDER" roll A nupe at my uni name is justin casey his line name is something like, justinkaseukream, I swear that name is the coolest name I've heard in a minute. F.L.A.T.L.I.N.E. Ivy Eyes Some call it suicide bidding, but is no longer the correct verbiage for this act.Snap Bidding: The direct offering of a bid from a chapter to a potential member between the time women are matched through the process and new member bid day activities begin during Panhellenic formal recruitment.Social: A get-together with another group for a party, dinner or other fun occasion.Soror: NPHC term referring to ones sorority sister.Stepping: A form of percussive dance in which the participants entire body is used as an instrument to produce complex rhythms and sounds through a mixture of footsteps, spoken word and hand claps. be returned to the sorority or fraternity headquarters. Plural: Alumni. The Center for Fraternity and Sorority Life advises OSU's governing councils directly; Collective Greek Council (CGC), Interfraternity Council (IFC), Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), & National Panhellenic Council (NPC). a process with another sorority for one full calendar year. For example, one may allow the sorority to attend a function hosted 2022 Curators of the University of Missouri. Not all campuses have (Just Another Pretty **** Nupe), love the kappa J.A.P.A.N!!!! Spring 1974 - Ten Sons of the Phoenix. A term used to identify members of the same fraternity; sometimes used to refer to An invitation to join an IFC fraternity or NPC sorority. Founders: The founding members of a Greek Letter organization. Phi Bete Lambda - 11:59 PM (the Minute before Midnight) Omega Psi Phi - (official) Pootie Tang (online) LUNATIC. Because if so i know they prolly got taxed something serious when they went to get those badboys made lol. AKAs-the line here was named after the 20 founders here are some of my friends names Little Brother or Little Sister (Little): A new member of a fraternity or sorority who will be matched with a Big (Brother or Sister) to begin a mentoring relationship as they go through the New Member Education . They have no say or participation in chapter activities and lose the benefits of membership.Initiation:A ritual ceremony through which new members learn the full meaning of their Greek organization.Initiated Member: Any member who has gone through the initiation ceremony.Intake/Membership Intake: Term for the process by which NPHC members are selected to become new members of an organization. Lavaliere: A necklace with Greek letters on it hung only in the vertical. (Usually organized shortest to tallest) Active: An initiated fraternity or sorority member who is affiliated with the campus chapter. A fraternity or sorority which does not permit alcohol on their house premises, and on some campuses local fraternities are housed under the IFC. A NUPE from Lambda Theta / Spring 2007 was named SeKond 2 No 1. Some organizations have more than one chant. credits). Recruitment Counselor (Gamma Chi):A Panhellenic representative who has no contact with her own chapter during Panhellenic formal recruitment and is available to guide women through the recruitment process and answer questions. is against the law in all states and is against the principles of all fraternities known as "crossing"). Recruitment events for culturally-based groups. A pendant with a fraternity or sorority's Greek letters on it. Acts of hazing include, but are not limited to:Any activity that recklessly endangers the physical health or safety of the student or prospective member, including but not limited to physical brutality, whipping, beating, branding, exposure to the elements, forced consumption of food, liquor, drug or other substance.Any activity that endangers the mental health of the student or prospective member, including but not limited to sleep deprivation, physical confinement or other extreme stress-inducing activity.Any activity that requires the student or prospective member to perform a duty or task which involves a violation of the criminal laws of this state or any political subdivision in this state.Hazing is a class C Felony. A short phrase that describes the purpose or outlook of a fraternity or sorority, Find more words! Marching is defined as but is not limited to potential new members linked arm in arm, According to The Mail, the 43-year-old is being targeted by at least two other Premier League . This is generally much more secretive than recruitment for CGC, IFC, and Panhellenicmembers, but generally includes an application and an interview process, followed by an educational program done at the regional level conducted by alumni, then an initiation (generally known as crossing). the local level conducted by both undergraduates and alumni, then an initiation (generally G Greek: N; Any member of a social fraternity or sorority. Formerly called a pledge class, this term is still used among the fraternities. access chapter operations or help the organization during recruitment. Rare FOURm "QuAKAtude" They are the potential Probate: An official public presentation of initiation used by culturally-based and NPHC organizations. Cold shoulder Help Central The last day of recruitment in which potential new members receive formal invitations Panhellenic Council (CPC): The governing organization that promotes and represents sororities belonging to the National Panhellenic Conference.Philanthropy: A charitable project sponsored by a fraternity or sorority. A system for matching the choice of the potential member with the choice of the chapter. I'm surprised no one used any KKPsi names. lol My ls's know what im talking about. Greek colonization of the Mediterranean and Black Sea. New Member Educator:The liaison between the new members and the chapter, they are responsible for implementing and monitoring the new member program and preparing the new members for initiation. When an organization is looking to expand and open a chapter at a new school. 03-26-2009, 07:30 AM. These shirts are not screenprinted. APEPHIrific (and still called this in fraternities). are rarely heard of in other areas of the country, like the Pacific Northwest. This sometimes lessens choices throughout the formal sorority recruitment process. Step Show:A show often performed by National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations. 4ce(Force) of DSTruction Please enter the six letters or digits that appear in the image opposite. Each design is precision cut and sewn on. Nupe full member. local, or both. Relates Philanthropy, and Preference. Often happens because Sorority rules sometimes dictate she cannot For the Collegiate Panhellenic Council this is also called Primary Recruitment.Founders Day: The day the national organization for that chapter was founded.Frat: Term used to refer to a fraternity or ones fraternity brother, usually in NPHC fraternities.Fraternal Organization: Any fraternity or sorority.Fraternity and Sorority Affairs (FSA):The area of the Office of Student Involvement that oversees the social fraternity and sorority community. Was previously referred to as a party, but we are trying to remove that language.Exchange: A social activity involving two or more Greek organizations; also called a social. Members of a fraternity who have graduated. Rarely used among NPC sororities. be released from the first round of parties, but in no way are legacies guaranteed This list may not reflect recent changes. Usually erroneously called "national", My 'other' name is NinjaPoodle. Candlelight: A ceremony in which a member reveals having been given a lavaliere, fraternity pin or engagement ring.Chapter: The name applied to the local organization of a national fraternity or sorority.Charter: The document from a headquarters to a chapter that indicates the group of students on that campus are members of the inter/national organization.City Wide Chapter: Common in NPHC, this is a term of a chapter that is not just on one campus but has membership on many in the city.Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC): The cooperative campus organization of collegiate members of NPC sororities.Colony: The status of a new chapter on campus as it is being formed; all members are going through the new member process together and will be initiated as the first, or founding class, of the organization.Colors: The official pair or triad of colors that represent a specific Greek organization.Continuous Open Recruitment/Biding (COR/COB): Also called informal recruitment; a time, other than formal recruitment, when bids may be distributed.Crest: Insignia used by sorority/fraternity members. 05-31-2007, 12:05 PM. two NPC member group chapters. Daphne Norris - Pink Mint. "Golden Arms", it's from an old martial arts movie. It is generally defined as an immediate family member of an initiated member, such as a sister/brother or daughter/son. A person who is interested in joining a Greek letter organization, and will participate Class or New Member Class:A term used to name new members of a Panhellenic Council or Interfraternity Council organization who all joined during the same semester. a term for a fraternity member giving his pin or a sweetheart pin to his girlfriend, A quota is determined by Each crest has hidden, secret meanings. Governing Council: Also known as an umbrella council, generally supports and acts as a voice for organizations within it, including being the official sponsored student organization as liaison between the university and the members of the member organizations. Myron Lofton. Formal Recruitment: A designated membership recruitment time period during which a series of organized activities are held by each sorority and fraternity or governed by CPC/IFC. known as "parties". Volker Campus Means sister, this is a term used by NPHC sorority members to acknowledge one another. Saluting:Saluting is a tradition common to many Latino-Greek Organizations. Generally refers to NPHC members who join without going through a new member education new members of the organization. D.A. Sometimes given out to a significant other to signify a special romantic relationship.Legacy: A person whose parent, sibling or grandparent is an alumna or active member of a sorority or fraternity.Line, also referred to as Ship:A group of new members in a specific NPHC chapter, in a specific semester.LB: Line BrotherLS: Line Sister. Latino Greek Letter organizations. Not referring to one's nationality. RHOmatic Lucky Charms: Magically Skeelicious ( Also known as Area Manager, Traveling Leadership Consultant, etc) Our alumni members This is clothing and accessories which display the Organizational symbol(s) burned into members, usually on the arms or chest. has inducted new members. nine (9) member Asian Interest fraternities and sororities. Ritual elements An NPHC term that is somewhat equal to a pledge/new member class. The process where a new member elects or is asked, to relinquish membership during is usually an alumni group like an advisory board. Many organizations also have a Creed or Purpose a chapter died out due to low numbers, or had their charter revoked. Also known as a coat or arms, shield or armorial bearings. This number is determined by the Panhellenic Council each year in conjunction with the National Panhellenic Conference. Culturally-based organizations and NPHC organizations also assign a line number to their new members (such as ace, deuce, tre, etc.). The Greek naming system is influenced by the country's mythology and history, with several choosing names of Greek gods, leaders, and philosophers for their kids. EletRHOcal Shock getinvolved@umkc.edu, LGBTQIA+ Programs and Services It is simple, and a pretty commonly used word in the Greek world, but I really like the way it looks and sounds in Spanish. 541-737-8748, Associated Students of Oregon State University. in some cases, does not allow the organization to host a party involving alcohol. Legacy:Each organization has its own definition of a "legacy." College Panhellenic associations are established on campuses where there are at least Greek in this sense means a member of a fraternity Some basic ones: In this line, members may express their pride through use of their organizations call, sign or historical information, ritual/custom dances, etc. Formerly called suiciding, The Greek language is a part of the Indo-European family despite the Greek alphabet which is undecipherable to most people outside the country itself. Q: GreekChat.com - The Fraternity & Sorority Greek Chat Network. Stepping:Stepping is a traditions where members synchronize their moves so that they are in a sense performing their own dance moves, without music. A term used to describe an older member of an NPHC, NALFO, or NMGC organization that was founded. Greek Terminology A Ace: The first person in an intake class for a culturally-based fraternity or sorority. now i can't think of them, AKA are forbidden at all line (often members of other culturally-based organizations identify or relate to A symbol, usually an animal, chosen to represent a Greek-letter organization. Recommendations Most Greek organizations reserve Preference:The final event held by Panhellenic Council organizations during Fall Formal Recruitment. A party between a fraternity and sorority, or several fraternities and sororities, I put them together and "Poodle Ninja" just didn't have the right ring to it. 3.Angelopoulos (Greek Origin) meaning 'angel' is the patronymic ending to the name Angelos. Here are a few quick hacks you can use to come up with better line names, faster: Is there anything unique about the pledge's personality? "Hype Williamz" A line name is a unique badge that signifies a member's identity in a fraternity or sorority. Also known as 'party walk(ing)' An energetic, synchronized dance. all chapter operations. any fraternity man of an NPHC organization. Fraternity and Sorority Affairs (FSA): The area of the Office of Student Involvement that oversees the social fraternity and sorority community. Involves a line of members performing intense, in-sync, and sharp hand & body movements with greetings attributing to others, honoring past and current accomplishments, or cherishing the cultural history, heritage, and traditions of the entire organization. Most organizations Kolor Struck Plural: Alumnae. Open Recruitment:A designated recruitment period during which each of the mens fraternal organizations in the IFC host recruitment events at their own houses. These shows are generally done This term is generally used by NPHC, NALFO, and NMGC organizations. in addition to an Open Motto, as well as a motto that is only for initiated members. the secret principles and ideals upon which the organization was founded. Deshunda Lee - Pink Swirl. details on the application process and rules of the organization; generally geared Blu Artifact achievement. known as active. Prophyte or "Old Head:"A term used to refer to an older brother/sister from a culturally based organization. This number varies each year. Chant:A call used by members of culturally-based organizations or NPHC used to acknowledge or gain the attention of others. J.A.P.A.N. as a sign of a serious relationship. Jobs Hell Knaw Formal Recruitment is based on mutual-selection. See also New Member. Phrozen Palace My alias is Suntzu. Insignia used by fraternity or sorority members. DST Mine are: still used by fraternities. The New Member wears a fraternity/sorority The List of World War I flying aces List of World War II aces by country The Greek PZL fighters Greeks in Spitfires Spiros Pisanos 'The Flying Greek' Plagis Yiannis - Greek language Vassiliades Vassilios Omega Psi Phi Directory, Diversity and Inclusion DoggyStyle, lol here is some of my lb's linenames The date on which an associate member crossed into a fraternity or sorority to become #14. Letters:The first Greek letter of each Greek word that makes up the motto of a particular fraternity or sorority; these are generally displayed on clothing and other Greek paraphernalia. Much more secretive than recruitment or rush, but generally includes A nupe at my uni name is justin casey his line name is something like, justinkaseukream, I swear that name is the coolest name I've heard in a minute. The entity that holds the title to property that a chapter lives or meets in. A nickname for a fraternity or a fraternity brother. in rush, intake, or recruitment. Also called stepping. Quota: The number each NPC womens fraternity may pledge on a campus during the formal recruitment process. The National Pan-Hellenic Council, the governing body of the 9 historically African I have a question out there for all Greeks; What is the coolest line name out there, lets hear them? "Beulahful" c. 800 BCE - 500 BCE. potential new members from your organization. Chapter House:A physical structure where members live. But there's a lot to Greek baby names beyond these. formal events, activities, and other events. Behind the Name: Russian Surnames; Behind the Name: Russian Given Names; Chapter 9 LEARN ABOUT NAMES, Appendix B, p.149 includes a list of common Greek given names showing their variations and the usual English equivalents. It is not exhaustive and not all terms are used by all groups or campuses. Fraternity:The name applied to Greek organizations including both mens and womens organizations. "pinning". Cross ExamIner Someone who is a new member who for some reason, can't be initiated with their new Trail Breakernot really unique, but I love it! Pearlistically Correct Recolonize:A process where a fraternity or a sorority that was previously on campus receives another charter to recruit members on the same campus. "blue radiance" of courseIt definitly describes my beauty, poise and intelligence. In most cases, this is the first time when newly initiated members of each fraternity/sorority are revealed to the rest of campus. An alumnus or alumna member who serves as a resource for the active chapter and liaison New Member Presentation:Also referred as a probate, is a presentation that celebrates and welcome new members in the Multicultural Greek community or NPHC community. Formal Recruitment:A designated recruitment period during which a series of organized events are held by each NPC sorority or IFC fraternity. All Rights Reserved. the guy has actual golden arms (go figure) and is tough as hell. 2.Alexopoulos (Greek Origin) meaning 'defender' is the patronymic ending -poulos to the name Alexios. and monitoring the new member program and preparing the new members for initiation. Usually occurs in the Fall Semester; Informal Recruitment occurs in the spring. Ivy League sorority with more funding cannot 'out decorate' a sorority with a smaller budget. Also a synonym The son, daughter, brother, or sister of an organization's member. Colony:Known as a trial period for a new organization that is awaiting official Chapter Status recognition from their national to establish a letter chapter on their campus. Recruitment:The process through which sororities and fraternities get new members. Recommendation Letters: A letter written by alumnae members of sororities recommending a potential member for membership. Up 5 Down Foundation [3] Up 6 Down Steadfast Up 5 Down The Network Up 5 "Ben Karson" -pre med major Founder's Day:An event celebrated by fraternities and sororities to highlight the founding of their organization and celebrate its history. but was changed to ISP because of the negative implications of the term. recruitment, they disaffiliate from their sorority so that they will not bias the Our Mission Our mission is to engage people with cultural heritage and to improve history education . The first Greek-letter of each Greek word that makes up the name of the fraternity or sorority are often displayed on clothing. A physical facility usually used to hold meetings and other events. Aug 23, 2006. Pledge:A person who has accepted a bid but is not yet initiated to a sorority or fraternity. Stepping is traditional done by NPHC organization, but multicultural Greek are also know to do it. -line names are used more often as feminine names. Online Tools [edit | edit source]. much larger and often made out of wood. "Spiros "Steve" Pisanos: The Flying Greek", "John Lolos 348th Fighter Group P-47 Pilot", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_flying_aces_from_Greece&oldid=1117033004, Pages containing London Gazette template with parameter supp set to y, Short description is different from Wikidata, Articles with Greek-language sources (el), Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Fought in the Greco-Italian War in the 22nd Pursuit Squadron. often a precursor to an engagement. 40tude The old term is rush, which is still used by the fraternities. MGC strives to connect our organizations and the local Corvallis and OSU community through academic, social, and service events. See also [ edit] List of World War I flying aces List of World War II aces by country Notes and references [ edit] ^ Guttman, Jon (23 September 1998). as a chapter of a Greek-letter organization. Each National organization has a formally recognized philanthropy.Potential New Member (PNM): A student who is interested in becoming a member of a Greek organization and has registered for the formal recruitment process. as many were created before the word sorority was coined. their process/initiation period. Some fraternities are going dry at the national level, and all sororities have different levels of "dry".