as to their desire to become pledgees of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.
III
the sorority locally and nationally. Sentinel,
f.
of my lips.
always reverence A.K.A.
the hearts of oak awake,
forever and a day,
Awaken within me holy desires, inspire me with a
culture and by merit, too, we'll climb to glory's height,
Sentinel:
Pilot
and strong to beat the glory to its goal. program is organized so that the sorors have opportunities to know mare about
anything?"
3. given to you. Our
Neither Soror nor candidates should wear
Dean of Pledgees reassemble the pledges and sorors , gives appropriate word of welcome to
faith in the ideals and aims of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. candidates assemble in the ante-room where they are questioned by the Sentinel
I will be true. ridicule. Schedule of assignments of orientation material;s to be studied concerning the
always reverence A.K.A.
We'll
Sorors, for the statement of our Pledge and the singing of our Hymn, we welcome
are its leaves when the world is white; Till
For
representing our FOUNDER, Soror Ethel Helgeman Lyle. my eyes, O God, that I may behold the wondrous works of this great organization. Do you desire to continue in
may this noble sisterhood be always our delight. Sorors
I am. Open then
sigh,
It
Basileus
Our
Setting:
Basileus:
Chapter systematically work to include in its membership outstanding college
CULTURE AND BY MERIT, is taken from words formed from the initial letter of the
Kappa Alpha Sorority is perpetuated through the faith and trust its, members
A.
Basileus lights a candle from the single white candle on the table representing Soror Ethel Hedgeman
I've
As
Initiation
The sorors who have been
Neither Soror nor candidates should wear
and
we accomplish far more than ever we would as individuals.
CEREMONY is a time of great anxiety, keen anticipation and joy. Let
The Ivy
Basileus:
BY
Those who are not willing
individuals,
challenging days will be ahead.
The
of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, do pledge myself to respect, obey and defend
and brave is the fragile thing,
continue the. Pilot enters with the candidates, and lights are
Womanliness, Fidelity and Love. Candidates, arise. a centerpiece of tea roses and/or a pot of ivy. stand by Alpha Kappa Alpha in every undertaking, to render assistance to any
I
program of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. The
then asks new members to step within the larger circle
, do solemnly promise to love and revere the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and
culture and by merit, too, we'll climb to glory's height. the candidate(s} enter, soft music is sung: "I Think That I Shall Never
The
The Pilot with the candidates.
1. Wear white dress for remaining degrees. of our faith and trust. b. And
Extinguish
have engendered in the ideal and aim of the organization. Wear black dress for first degree.
are committed to a policy of shared responsibility and cooperative effort
Our
is believing believing so deeply that we act, we live what we believe. think when I shall come to die
The
I take the torch from you. Sentinel:
what we have done, and
So
. as sorors, will clasp our hand and sing our hymn. Pledgees or Membership Chair lady serve as the "Pilot". forever and a day,
Nothing but silence prevails. I
founded
Sorors
When
She alone is to make assignments.
This I promise in deed and truth. It
In Jesus' name I pray. Our
Participation
religious charges with courage and imagination. each day, fresh confidence in Thy goodness. The
It shall be the name of the last chapter
Basileus:
women
silence must prevail for two to three minutes. no need of fear or
We'll
obligations of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.
I,
The
demonstrations of. she can use her hands and facial expressions to convey the meaning and
-
always look forward to a new era of service. Candidates and Pilot are admitted, Candidates stand in
your attachment to this Sorority, and promise us your constant effort in its
may withdraw. then extinguished and the pledgees march from the inner room in solemn music. Kappa Alpha Sorority is perpetuated through the faith and trust its
between graduate and under graduate sorors in the work of the Sorority. , do solemnly promise to keep secret the manner of initiation, pledge and
Each candidate is given an unlighted white candle. We
The pledge ceremony follows voting on
nd the potentialities which you have for the perpetuation of our
the sunshine back again.
following ways;
kneel a few minutes. of arms
Complete
Sentinel:
Basileus:
Degrees
new soror is named and then takes her place in the larger circle. So
If so, state after me.
We
is here. There
Lean
Sorors
O,
bonds of sisterhood are strong that faith and trust are blind with no
always reverence A.K.A. So
3. We,
In
Pilot
, do dolemnly promise to promote the bands of sisterhood by precept and
large
SECOND SOROR: "Is it wise to say
into the hearts of Thy servants
You have chosen ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA as your Sorority; your choice is a wise one.
possible, there should also be a coat of arms. Trust
Repeat
what we are willing to do to keep Alpha Kappa Alpha the great organization it is
the candidate(s} enter, soft music is sung: "I Think That I Shall Never
foster their teachings,
Opening
This includes action taken or a situation created
Sorority
The
I am. Sorors, for the statement of our Pledge and the singing of our Hymn, we welcome
while the test is being made, the conversational test may be made later. The
sorority reveals a history of which we may be proud. I do.
All necessary items for the ceremony should be
Make us glad to
CULTURE AND BY MERIT, is taken from words formed from the initial letter of the
in place at least one-half hour prior to the time of the ceremony.
It shall be the name of the last chapter
should see
they cannot find separately or
bound together by affection, by common interests, beliefs and inspiration. sincerely dedicate my time and talent to the growth and development of the
accept the ideals and mandates of our organization; you have expressed your
you. new enthusiasm of the revered FOUNDERS and grant me wisdom and strength that I
of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, do pledge myself to respect, obey and defend
possible. times: "Life is a winding maze, and intricate labyrinth through
We
Ivy signifies Strength and Endurance.
In
BY
smooth as a Soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority but you must believe
1.
At this time our deepest mysteries, our secret symbols, will be revealed to you. At
If so, repeat after me: "I do." significance of this degree in fidelity and love. Advisor, is to be sent to the Regional Director along with the material on the
All necessary items for the ceremony should be
the dark where foul things hide,
The
In
movements and new programs.
, do solemnly promise to love and revere the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and
movements and new programs. "What do you say?"
other procedure.
We
but you must believe that it will.
The
May you also become increasingly aware that
pledge to live anew the kinds of lives that will show the way to the greatest
The
sun shine calls for thee,
so, repeat after me: "I do.". Probation
Candidates:
Sorors should stand during each degree while candidates proceed through them. The Basileus repeats this phrase seven
When
candidate(s) wear black dress(es). Soror , please join us in the larger circle. general. greater responsibilities? Basileus lights a candle from the single white candle on the table. By
hazing, namely, any act that is likely to cause physical, psychological or
From her candle, she lights the Pilot's candle, who lights the first
For
welcome you tonight as new sorors, with warm hearts and open arms. 2. Let us pray. help to man and a wreath for Thee.
(See. (See
coat
are then conducted to the outer room. lives that penetrate the dark and light the paths of others. Assuming our share of responsibility for the support of the national work in the
are entering the last phase of this sacred hour, and are about to join hands
candles. assemble in the ante-room where the following questions are asked by the Pilot: Are you willing to accept the responsibilities of a Soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha
to a constitution which meets the requirements for affiliation. continue the great work
Chapter systematically work to include in its membership outstanding college
Do
a semi-circle in front of the Basileus who stands behind the table. which the candidate repeat after her. further?
First, an ordinary handshake, second quickly
The Pass
our new sorors into the larger circle which symbolizes the unity which permeates
and opportunities for experiences in mutually rewarding service.
university Pan Hellenic and/or college or university, dictate
all wear long dresses or short knee-length
Pledge Club program and activities.
candidate(s) wear black dress(es). highest authority?
to do all in my power to perpetuate the organization. For
the bitterness in your life
Pushing
make a wreath for the Holy Child. to the questions and expressed their desire to unite with us? Repeat after me: I do
are then taken to the ante-room after the seventh intonation.
The
servants
activities for probation must not include any acts which may be defined as
then extinguished and the pledgees march from the inner room in solemn music. In
Pledge
that they will be.
women who will assume increasingly greater responsibilities for leadership in
we may deal confidently with the fears and worries of others.
To
are concerned with the needs of all women and girls.
Till
Repeat after me: " I Am." If
if I'v e been an A.K. Do you wish to proceed
Pilot enters with the candidates, and lights are
May you also become increasingly aware that
Bible reading (Ruth 1:16 - 17 )
Our
It belongs to our predecessors, those women under whose leadership the
Symbol:
colors are Apple Green and Salmon Pink signifying Abundance of Life,
2. Rise,
faith in the ideals and aims of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. is not promised that the path of life, often strewn with thorns, will be more
probation period depends on the creativity, maturity, and level of intelligent
In this role,
let my soul like the Ivy be;
grip or handshake has three parts. knocks at door; Sentinel.
The
to candidate in ante-room: The
Where
purpose seal: I will for honor of thy name, pass on the torch, pass on the
to Candidates:
Initiation
We
Kappa Alpha Sorority we merge
Word shall be changed each biennium.
The candidates and
Items needed
There
We
candidate kneel before the table while the Basileus reads the following pledge
judgement on the part of both Sorors and Probates.
the mighty One,
must
The Ivy Pin
Dean of Pledgees reassemble the pledges and sorors , gives appropriate word of.
Their attendance should be fellowship rather than for criticism or
On a table covered in white is a HUGE WHITE CANDLE entwined with Ivy,
group cohesiveness in its highest order for the Probates.
Candidates, are you willing to enter deeper into the mysteries of our
Are
assemble in the ante-room where the following questions are asked by the Pilot:
Assuming our share of responsibility for the support of the national work in the
Pilot
with those Alpha Kappa Alpha women who continually remind themselves of the
Ivy. Giving
period of probation is generally considered a period of testing and time of
In this role,
anything?" You have chosen ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA as your Sorority; your choice is a wise one. pressure of little finger and the third finger, finishing by ordinary handshake. Grip:
at Howard University, Washington, D.C., in 1908.
These words are the Greek words, Askosi, Kai Axiosis. Basileus, the Pilot with the candidates who desire to be admitted to our order
we accomplish far more than ever we would as individuals. "What do you say?" Candidates: I am. is here. sorors must be properly dressed. candidate's candle and it is passed on to each candidate until all the
is not posible to know if Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority will provide sweetness to
in
let my soul like the Ivy be;
honored in such a manner that what Alpha Kappa Alpha is will be in each one of
may render service to all mankind.
ended freedom won;
troubled and burdened with the cares of the world. Strong
pilot and sorors lead the candidates in a line in a winding way. The
One
table are two candleholders with pink and green candles and a pledge book before
sorority grew in strength and service. culture and by merit, too, we'll climb to glory's height. We
you this faith and trust in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority? alumna chapters, the pledging shall take place two to six weeks prior to
wonderful cha. think that I shall never know
Obedience
to abide by all the rules and regulations of the Alpha. university regulations should accompany requests for permission to
candidates assemble in the ante-room where they are questioned by the Sentinel
Climbing
We,
the Candidates made satisfactory answers
Items needed
Each candidate should have a white candle.
Following and improving practices recommended by the Directorate, which are:
pilot and sorors lead the candidates in a line in a winding way. Setting:
The
Pilot
grip. Basileus
We
Candidate:
I will be free and clean of heart,
should they request gifts or treats. fulfill our obligations as member of the national organization by:
telephone numbers. words, Alpha Kappa Alpha. designated to explain the symbols now came forward.
The
Green
While this is being done, the Basileus repeats the last two lines of the Ivy
wear the symbols of Alpha Kappa Alpha with pride pride that is born of
times: "Life is a winding maze, and intricate la, hrough
probation period should begin one week before initiation, except on campuses
welcome you tonight as new sorors, with warm hearts and open arms.
4. For
soror at all times, and to refrain from any expression of ill-will. In these exceptions, copies at the respective college or
This includes action taken or a situation created
The
Do you desire to continue in
Kappa Alpha Sorority. demonstrations of
by Sorors
we
Alpha Kappa Alpha women here assembled who believe. First, an ordinary handshake, second quickly
The
pants. independently -- security, a sense of responsibility, the response of friends
new enthusiasm of the revered FOUNDERS and grant me wisdom and strength that I
Pilot
this degree ONLY, the Basileus and Pilot wear a black academic gown and the
We
Our
reason must be recorded on the back of the card. thee, O Alpha Kappa Alpha!
The sponsor of
We long to be able to minister, according to Thy will, to People who are
Basileus:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is more than a sisterhood.
We
The
We
should wear conservative white dresses.
Candidates
e
its leaves to the summer sun,
Prayer:
are its leaves when the world is white;
For in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,
our endeavors with others and together we raise our standards high for all to
social harm to an individual. proud of the past.
you willing to comply with this perspective? The
you willing to accept the responsibilities and, which will be yours as a soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority? Wrapping
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