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Achieving Academic ExcellenceA primary purpose of Greek organizations is to encourage and develop high scholastic achievement among its members.

• Each fraternity and sorority has set a minimum GPA that every member must meet.• Each chapter provides resources to help members achieve academic success: help from

other members, study tables, study skills workshops, test-taking strategies, and time man-agement and class-scheduling assistance.

Finding TimeThe amount of time required to be involved in a Greek organization varies by chapter.

• Chapter involvement teaches students to manage their time and balance academics, work and other commitments.

• Chapters make sure athletes are excused from chapter activities that conflict with practic-es, games and meets.

Making the World a Better Place• Charities and service organizations, both local and national, have long depended on the

dedication and time generously given by fraternities and sororities.• Through the support of local and national philanthropies, fraternities and sororities pro-

mote ideals that enhance a member’s college experience.

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Learning to LeadMembers of the Greek community are active in and hold leadership positions in every facet of college life.

• Sorority and fraternity members lead student activities, academic honor societies and special-interest groups.

• Every member is a leader within his or her Greek chapter, whether serving as an officer, on a committee or as a participant.

• The valuable leadership skills gained assist members well after their college years.

Having FunThe Greek community is an integral part of the Baker University social scene.

• In addition to campus-wide events, Greeks sponsor members-only activities, such as af-ter-game parties, date parties, formals, Greek Week and mixers with other student organiza-tions.

• One of the benefits of Greek affiliation is the opportunity to meet and interact with mem-bers of other student organizations.

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ScheduleSaturday, August 20

3-5 p.m. | Chapter House ToursStop by the four fraternity chapter houses with your family after you have moved into your residence hall room. Maps will be available at Greek life tables in the residence halls and in the Long Student Center lobby.

Wednesday, August 248 p.m. | Check-In – Long Student CenterPotential new members will visit each chapter for 30 minutes, with 10 minutes between each visit. Transportation will be provided. Delta Tau Delta (604 Fifth St.) Kappa Sigma (1215 Eighth St.) Sigma Phi Epsilon (412 Sixth St.) Zeta Chi (903 8th St.)

Thursday, August 258 p.m. | Chapter EventsIndividual chapters will host events. You are encouraged to visit all chapters.

Friday, August 268 p.m. | Chapter EventsIndividual chapters will host events. You are encouraged to visit all chapters.

Saturday, August 2712:01-1 a.m. | Bid DistributionBids will be distributed.10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Bid AcceptanceBids will be accepted in the Long Student Center Lobby.

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Fraternity CostFraternity Living Costs (for students living in the chapter house)Delta Tau Delta

Rent (includes utilities, fees and room and board) $750/month

Sigma Phi EpsilonRent (includes room, chapter dues and reserve fund) $625/month

Kappa Sigma Rent (includes room, meals and fees) $630/month

Zeta Chi Rent (includes room, meals and insurance) $520/month

Monthly fees are paid for 10 months per year.

Average Campus-Living CostsRent (includes room and board, utilities, etc.) $911.50/month

New-Member Social Fees (first year only)Delta Tau Delta $385 - Initiation / New Member Fee $15/month - New Member Social Fee

Sigma Phi Epsilon $300- Initiation / New Member Fee $30/month - New Member Social Fee

Kappa Sigma $155 - Initiation / New Member Fee $50/month - New Member Social Fee

Zeta Chi $300 - Initiation / New Member Fee $10/month - New Member Social Fee

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Kappa Sigma

Nick YarbroughChapter PresidentHometown: Olathe, KansasMajor: Spanish and Accounting

• University Admissions Assistant• Delta Mu Delta (Business Honor Society)• Bronson Fellows Program

Visit www.bakerdelts.com to learn more about Delta Tau Delta fraternity.

Delta Tau Delta

Ryan EmmeChapter PresidentHometown: Salina, KansasMajor: Physics (Pre-Engineering)

• Men’s Soccer (3x All-American)• KC Fusion Academy Goalkeeper Coach• Bible Study

Visit www.kappasigbu.com to learn more about Kappa Sigma fraternity.

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Sigma Phi EpsilonChad PhillipsChapter PresidentHometown: Wichita, KansasMajor: Biology

• Men’s Golf team• The Baker Orange Photographer• University Admissions Assistant• Orientation Leader

Visit: www.bakersigep.com or speksalpha.wordpress.com to learn more about Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity.

Zeta Chi

Andrew EmanuelsChapter PresidentHometown: Lake Quivira, KansasMajor: Biology & Chemistry

• Chapel Music• Tutoring• Track & Cross-Country• Baker Ambassadors

Find Zeta Chi-Baker University on Facebook to learn more about Zeta Chi fraternity.

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ScheduleSaturday, August 20

3-5 p.m. | Sorority Chapter House ToursFollowing move-in, visit the sorority chapters with your parents and family members to see what sorority life is all about. Alpha Chi Omega (403 Eighth St.) Delta Delta Delta (816 Fremont St.) Zeta Tau Alpha (503 9th St.) Zeta Phi Beta (Long Student Center Lobby)

10 p.m. | Deadline to Register for RecruitmentDon’t miss the deadline to register for sorority recruitment with the Panhellenic Council.

Sunday, August 219:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m. | Philanthropy EventsVisit all three Panhellenic Council chapters to learn about each organization’s philanthropy.

Monday, August 229 a.m.–1:20 p.m. | Skit and Sisterhood EventsVisit the chapters to learn more about the sisterhood bond and memories made within each chapter. Identify one or two chapters you would like to visit the next day.

Tuesday, August 241-5 p.m. | Preference EventsVisit one or two chapters to hear more in-depth stories and experiences of chapter members. Complete your preference cards, ranking the chapters you would like to accept membership invitations from.

7 p.m. | Bid Distribution – Hartley PlazaReceive your bid cards and an invitation to your new sorority chapter.

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Sorority CostPanhallenic Council Chapters ( Alpha Chi Omega, Delta Delta Delta, Zeta Tau Alpha )

New-Member Fees (first-year students)Range: $1,966-$2,301Average: $2,137Payments can be made monthly, by semester or three times a year, depending on the chapter.

Sorority Living Costs (for students living in the chapter house)Range: $6,930-$7,658Average: $7,252Payments can be made monthly, by semester or three times a year, depending on the chapter.Payments made monthly for 10 months, average of $662 per month.

Average Campus-Living CostsRent (includes room and board, utilities, etc.) $911.50/monthDoes not account for inflation or price changes

National Pan-Hellenic Council Chapter (Zeta Phi Beta)

New-Member Fees (first-year students) Range: $500-$750/year Average: $600/year

Member Fees (national, regional, state, and chapter dues)Range: $100-$300/yearAverage: $300/yearFirst semester: $250Second semester: $50

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Delta Delta Delta

Alpha Chi Omega

Michaela JamisonChapter PresidentHometown: Shawnee, Kansas Major: History & Communication

• Co0Captain of teh Dance team• President of Politics Club• Uniiversity Admission Assistant • Lambda Pi Eta Communcation Honor Society

To learn more about Delta Delta Delta, you can find them on Facebook under Baker Tri Delta and on twitter at @lambdaDDD.

Caylea SilerChapter PresidentHometown: Bonner Springs, KansasMajors: Sociology

• Orientation Leader• University Admission Assistant• Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society• Student Salon Leader

Visit www.alphachiomega.org or www.axomicron.com to learn more about Alpha Chi Omega sorority. You can also find them on Facebook under Alpha Chi Omega–Omicron Chapter–Baker University.

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Zeta Phi Beta, Inc.

Zeta Tau AlphaHali WimbushChapter PresidentHometown: Paola, KansasMajor: Communication Studies and International Studies

• Baker University Speech Choir Social Secretary• Orientation Leader • Loud Noises Improv Troupe

Visit www.bakeru.zetataualpha.org or www.zetataualpha.org to learn more about Zeta Tau Alpha sorority.

Lauren Allen BrownChapter PresidentHometown: Kansas City, MOMajor: Biology

• Resident Assistant• Mungano President • Track and Field All American

Visit www.zphib1920.org to learn more about Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.Like us on Facebook at /ZPBPiSigma.

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Go to www.bakerU.edu/greeklife for more information or visit our social media sites.

@BakerGreekLife

Baker University Sorority & Fraternity Life

Fraternity RecruitmentConner PettyInterfraternity Council Vice President of RecruitmentConnerCPetty@stu.bakerU.edu

Sorority RecruitmentHolly ChestnutPanhellenic Council Vice President of RecruitmentHollyMChestnut@stu.bakerU.edu

While academic achievement is the primary reason to attend Baker University, activities outside the classroom are also an important component of becoming a well-rounded graduate. Baker’s Greek organizations enhance your collegiate experience by emphasizing intellectual, interpersonal and social development. Lifelong friendships, high academic standards, campus and community service and social interaction are what Greek members strive for every day. This affiliation provides a unique combination – it’s a family, it’s a social organization, it’s a business, it’s a home away from home and it’s an opportunity to develop confidence as you acquire leadership skills.

Sorority recruitment begins August 20.Fraternity recruitment begins August 23.

If you would like to begin exploring Greek life at Baker, the first step is to register online at www.bakerU.edu/recruitment. For sorority recruitment, there is a $20 registration fee. There is no registration fee for fraternity recruitment.

ALCOHOL IS NOT ALLOWED at any recruitment event or activity. National and University policies stipulate that all events and activities associated with recruitment be alcohol free. Violation of this rule is a serious infraction.

If you plan to participate in fall recruitment, fill out the paper form at the summer enrollment day activities fair or register online at www.bakerU.edu/recruitment.

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