Alpha Phi Omega - Pi Rho Chapter

Alpha Phi Omega and Hazing

hazing (n.) : subjection to harassment or ridicule.
haze (v.) 1.To persecute or harass with meaningless, difficult, or humiliating tasks.
2.To initiate, as into a college fraternity, by exacting humiliating performances from or playing rough practical jokes upon.

Alpha Phi Omega supports an anti-hazing policy. The Policy reads:

No fraternity member shall take park in hazing activities. Hazing activities are defined as (but not limited to):

Any action taken or situation created, intentionally, whether on or off fraternity premises or during fraternity functions, to product mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Such activities may include but are not limited to the following: use of alcoholic beverages; paddling in any form; branding; creation of excessive fatigue, physical or psychological shocks; quests; treasure hunts; scavenger hunts, road trips; or any other such activities carried on in the name of the fraternity; wear of public apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in public stunts and buffoonery; morally degrading or humiliating games and activities; and any other activities which are not consistent with fraternal law, ritual or policy or the regulations and policies of the educational institution and local, state and federal laws.

What is pledging?

Pledging is the time period, generally six weeks, in which you are introduced to the fraternity and the brotherhood. During this time, you will learn about the fraternity's history, symbols, and other traditions from the Pledge Educator. The Pledge Educator serves as the liaison between the Brothers and the Pledges, and you should feel comfortable communicating with the Pledge Educator.

Pledging Requirements

There are certain criteria to be met before becoming initiated as a Brother. These include, but are not limited to:

Completing a set amount of service hours
Attending all fraternity and pledge meetings, unless notice given to Pledge Educator
Having dues paid, or payment plan worked out with Treasurer
and other criteria set forth by the fraternity and Pledge Educator

How to Join

If you would like to learn more about Alpha Phi Omega, send an email to aphio@rider.edu, and someone will respond as soon as possible.

Meeting Information

Meetings are held every Sunday at 8 pm in the Fireside Lounge - 2nd Floor of the BLC near Career Services.

This electronic document is intended for public viewing and is solely for personal reference. It should not be considered an authoritative source nor an official publication of Alpha Phi Omega. Inquiries regarding Alpha Phi Omega and its official publications may be directed to: Alpha Phi Omega, 14901 E. 42nd Street, Independence, MO, 64055 - USA.