Alpha Xi Delta

Inspiring Women to Realize Their Potential
1893 Edition
Alpha Xi Delta
Bonds of Sisterhood
New Member Education Program
FACILITATOR’S GUIDE
Welcome
to axidbook…this is the facilitator’s
guide to the new member workbook.
Log in to our network and explore!
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FACILTATOR
NOTE
–
pages
1­5
of
the
new
member
axidbook
are
intended
to
be
done
prior
to
pledging
because
it
discusses
the
pledging
ceremony
and
gives
you
an
opportunity
to
discuss
pledging
fees.
This
is
also
your
first
official
new
member
meeting.
It
can
be
done
at
a
bid
day
event,
new
member
meeting,
new
member
event,
chapter
meeting,
etc.
This
program
is
based
on
an
8
week
New
Member
Orientation
Program
(NMOP),
with
a
wrap
up
meeting
the
week
after
initiation
as
follows:
Week
1
–
Overview
Week
2
–
Lesson
1
Week
3
–
Lesson
2
Week
4
–
Lesson
3
Week
5
–
Lesson
4
Week
6
–
Lesson
5
Week
7
–
Lesson
6
Week
8
–
Lesson
7
Week
after
Initiation
–
New
Member
Program
Wrap
Up
If
you
use
a
shorter
NMOP,
combine
the
lessons
in
the
following
way:
7
WEEK
NMOP
6
WEEK
NMOP
5
WEEK
NMOP
Week
1
–
Overview
Week
1
–
Overview
Week
1
–
Overview
Week
2
–
Lesson
1
Week
2
–
Lesson
1
Week
2
­
Lesson
1
Week
3
–
Lesson
2
Week
3
–
Lesson
2
&
3
Week
3
–
Lesson
2
&3
Week
4
–
Lessons
3
&
4
Week
4
–
Lessons
4
&
5
Week
4
–
Lesson
4
&
5
Week
5
–
Lesson
5
Week
5
–
Lesson
6
Week
5
–
Lessons
6
&
7
Week
6
–
Lesson
6
Week
6
–
Lesson
7
Week
after
Initiation
–
Week
7
–
Lesson
7
Week
after
Initiation
–
New
Member
Program
Week
after
Initiation
–
New
Member
Program
Wrap
Up
New
Member
Program
Wrap
Up
Wrap
Up
ADDITIONAL
RESOURCES
­
You
will
use
the
following
manuals
in
conducting
your
New
Member
Orientation
Program,
which
are
all
located
in
the
Blue
Room
The
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
axidbook
Facilitator’s
Guide
(this
manual)
Realize
Your
Potential
Manual
New
Member
Orientation
Manual
In
addition,
you
can
write
a
letter
to
welcome
your
new
member
class,
as
well
as
ask
your
president
and/or
chapter
advisor
to
do
the
same!
2
“ Alpha Xi Delta is more than just wearing letters. It is the realization of being part
of a sisterhood, which will continue forever. It is about the past, the present, the
future of a chapter which becomes a part of you.”
~ Unknown
Welcome
new
sisters!!
From
your
New
Member
Pin
to
The
Quill,
axidbook
is
your
roadmap
to
the
new
member
experience
–
the
first
step
on
your
life
long
Alpha
Xi
Delta
journey!
Let’s
go
over
the
path
ahead
and
get
an
introduction
to
what
axidbook
has
in
store
for
us!
Turn
to
page
3…
THE
PATH
AHEAD
Alpha
Xi
Delta
is
based
on
a
solid
foundation
laid
by
our
Founders
in
1893.
The
purpose
of
our
sisterhood
is
best
described
in
our
mission
statement:
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Fraternity
is
to
enrich
the
life
of
every
Alpha
Xi
Delta.
We
will:
• Nurture
unity
and
cooperation.
• Foster
intellectual,
professional,
and
personal
growth.
• Exemplify
the
highest
ethical
conduct.
• Instill
community
responsibility.
• Perpetuate fraternal growth.
In simpler terms, our mission means the foundation of Alpha Xi Delta is based on
four core purposes - knowledge, leadership, service and sisterhood. These are the
ideas that our Bonds of Sisterhood New Member education program is also based
on.
We hope you will enjoy your new member experience. Studying these lessons and
learning about AΞΔ will broaden your knowledge of Greek Life and what it means to
be a lifelong Alpha Xi Delta sister.
Welcome and congratulations on your choice to join one the most elite and
innovative women’s fraternities! Now…let’s see how it will inspire you!
3
axidbook
Guide
Take
a
look
at
the
axibook
guide
on
the
right
side
of
the
page.
This
guide
shows
you
some
of
the
fun
surprises
and
ways
that
axidbook
gives
you
information
about
our
sisterhood,
history,
and
other
important
facts!
Are
there
any
questions
before
we
get
started?
THEN
LET’S
GET
TO
KNOW
OUR
NEW
SISTERS
A
LITTLE
BETTER!
Turn
to
page
4…
axidbook guide
Wall Posts Fun comments, info,
facts, just about anything
goes in a wall post.
Flair Teaches you about
Alpha Xi Delta symbols
we wear with pride!
Applications Test your knowledge by
adding apps throughout
the lessons
IM Mini conversations with
our Founders.
Status
Updates
“Did you know” facts
about our sisterhood and
updates on ΑΞΔ’s mood
Find
a
Sister
Who
Game
TIME:
15
minutes
for
the
game,
10
minutes
for
discussion
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
You
can
play
this
game
with
new
members
only
or
with
your
entire
chapter.
If
your
chapter
is
very
large,
you
may
invite
just
your
executive
officers
and
new
member
team
to
play
with
the
new
member
class.
On
page
4
of
your
axidbook,
you
will
see
a
list
of
questions.
You
have
15
minutes
to
go
around
the
room
and
find
sisters
who
match
up
with
the
questions
on
your
paper.
Have
the
sister
that
matches
write
her
name
under
the
question
and
answer
the
question
she
matches…remember…no
sister
can
match
more
than
one
question!
Don’t
be
shy!
This
is
your
chance
to
get
to
know
each
other
better
–
READY…GO!
DISCUSSION
–
Did
you
learn
any
interesting
facts
about
each
other?
Does
anyone
want
to
share?
Did
you
find
that
you
have
things
in
common
with
a
room
full
of
women
you
just
met?
Does
anyone
want
to
share
something
they
found?
CONGRATULATIONS!
You
have
just
experienced
the
first
feelings
of
sisterhood!
One
of
the
first
feelings
of
sisterhood
is
being
surrounded
by
women
you
may
or
may
not
know
and
finding
out
how
similar
you
really
are!
What’s
a
really
cool
thing
about
Alpha
Xi
Delta?
It
will
help
you
develop
this
bond
throughout
the
rest
of
your
life!
4
PLEDGING
CEREMONY
OVERVIEW
(page
5
of
axidbook)
The
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Pledging
Ceremony
is
our
organization’s
way
of
formally
welcoming
you
into
our
sisterhood.
Membership
in
Alpha
Xi
Delta
is
a
life
long
commitment
and
during
the
pledging
ceremony,
you
will
recite
your
pledge
to
our
organization
and
take
a
solemn
oath
of
allegiance
to
our
sisterhood.
This
event
should
be
a
beautiful
and
special
milestone
in
your
Alpha
Xi
Delta
new
member
experience
as
it
marks
the
official
start
of
your
life
long
journey
with
us!
Let’s
learn
a
little
about
the
ceremony…
WHAT
ARE
PLEDGING
SYMBOLS?
Colors
–
A
twist
of
double
blue
and
gold
ribbon,
which
identifies
you
as
a
part
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Pink
Rose
–
The
pink
Kilarney
rose
is
the
flower
our
Founders
selected
to
represent
Alpha
Xi
Delta.
New
Member
Pin
–
your
most
sacred
possession
in
Alpha
Xi
Delta
as
a
new
member.
The
new
member
pin
is
yours
to
wear
with
the
utmost
care
until
it
is
replaced
at
initiation
with
our
most
beloved
outward
symbol,
the
golden
Quill.
WHAT
IS
THE
SYMPHONY?
The
Symphony
is
Alpha
Xi
Delta’s
open
creed
or
belief.
Chapters
across
the
country
recite
it
to
reaffirm
our
values
and
ideals
that
the
Founders
so
clearly
defined
for
us.
You
will
learn
more
about
the
total
meaning
of
The
Symphony
in
future
lessons
but
it
is
listed
below
for
you
to
read:
These
things
do
we
earnestly
desire
A
clear
vision
of
life
That
with
gracious
and
kindly
hearts
We
may
share
both
joy
and
sorrow
And
bring
into
living
reality
the
sisterhood
of
women
An
appreciation
of
real
merit
and
worth
Steadfastness
of
soul
That
without
bitterness
or
defeat
We
may
encounter
misfortune
and
with
humility
meet
success.
These
things
O
Lord
Help
us
to
instill
within
our
hearts
That
we
may
grow
in
courage,
graciousness
and
peace.
IS
THE
PLEDGING
CEREMONY
SECRET?
YES!
The
pledging
ceremony
is
not
to
be
shared
with
anyone
outside
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta.
It
should
be
a
special
occurrence
for
you
as
a
new
member
and
divulging
its
secrets
is
a
great
wrong
against
our
sisterhood.
5
WRAP
UP
THE
OVERVIEW
SECTION…
•
•
•
•
•
•
Go over details for the pledging ceremony – attire, time, place, date, etc.
o Fill out required new member paperwork for pledging
Go over what must be paid prior to pledging – give new members the date it is due
and instructions on how to pay
o Explain financial obligations and break down of dues – give new members
a copy of financial information
o Sign Omega financial contracts
Set up time, day and location for weekly new member meetings
Get a contact list for all new members (name, phone number, address, e-mail)
Give chapter contact list to all new members
Give new members a copy of The Bonds of Sisterhood
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
Reading
Assignment
for
Next
Week
–
pages
2­3
and
32­39
for
a
welcome
from
National
Council
and
an
overview
of
the
college
chapter.
Announcements
See
you
next
week!
 NEW
MEMBER
PIN/QUILL
ATTIRE
MINI
PROGRAM
Have
the
Programs
VP
or
Ritual
Chair
go
over
this
mini
program
just
after
pledging
with
the
new
member
class…
FACILITATOR:
You
have
just
gone
through
Alpha
Xi
Delta’s
pledging
ceremony
and
received
your
new
member
pin.
As
you
know,
the
pin
is
yours
to
wear
provided
you
do
it
in
the
proper
manner.
Let’s
go
over
some
common
new
member
pin
etiquette.
It
is
the
same
etiquette
initiated
members
use
when
wearing
their
Quill!
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Your pin goes on the left side of your chest
Nothing can be worn above your pin
Pins can only be worn with proper attire – classy business casual or church
type attire is appropriate.
Pins may not be worn with denim, flip-flops, or strapless tops or dresses.
Pins may never be worn while drinking.
Pins should be worn to chapter meetings or other Greek/campus functions
(award ceremonies, special events, etc.) provided proper attire is appropriate.
You should always behave with utmost respect and class and be an example
to others as an Alpha Xi Delta, especially while wearing your pin…
AS
A
PLEDGED
MEMBER
YOU
NOW
REPRESENT
OVER
115
YEARS
OF
ALPHA
XI
DELTA
SISTERS
AND
THE
ENTIRE
GREEK
COMMUNITY
–
WEAR
YOUR
PIN
WITH
PRIDE!

6
LESSON
1
–
Get
Started,
Get
Inspired
Who
would
like
to
read
the
quote
on
page
6?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Let’s
take
the
first
step
on
our
Alpha
Xi
Delta
journey
together!
Turn
to
page
7...
Each
lesson
will
begin
with
some
broad
learning
objectives
for
each
week
of
your
new
member
program.
Through
reading
the
assigned
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
pages,
working
through
the
lessons
in
your
axidbook,
discussion
during
new
member
and
chapter
meetings,
and
working
together,
you
will
gain
the
answers
to
the
learning
objectives
each
week.
Please
feel
free
to
ask
questions
if
we
miss
something,
if
you
don’t
understand
or
if
you
want
to
know
more!
Lesson
1
Learning
Objectives:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Understand the format of the New Member Education Program, Bonds of
Sisterhood and axidbook.
Meet the chapter’s executive committee and new member education team.
Review general Greek terminology and local campus Greek information.
Review chapter’s calendar of events for the semester.
Receive copies of chapter Code of Conduct, Merit System, Bylaws and other
local policy.
Understand chapter’s academic program
Let’s
start
the
lesson…turn
to
page
8.
The
Alpha
Xi
Delta
experience
is
what
you
make
of
it
and
to
do
that
well,
we
need
to
know
a
little
more
about
our
program
and
each
other.
Explain
the
New
Member
Program,
Bonds
of
Sisterhood,
and
axidbook
Our
new
member
program
is
to
teach
you
the
basics
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
so
that
you
will
better
understand
the
ties
you
are
forming.
Our
chapter’s
new
member
program
is
__________
weeks
long.
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
new
member
program
must
be
5
–
8
weeks
long.
Any
exceptions
must
be
cleared
through
your
Area
Facilitator.
You
have
two
tools
to
help
guide
you
through
the
new
member
program:
1. The Bonds of Sisterhood is your book of Alpha Xi Delta history, facts and
information. Each weekly lesson will have a short reading assignment from
The Bonds of Sisterhood to learn information pertinent to the week’s lesson
2. Axidbook is your new member workbook that reinforces the principles,
teachings and information shared in The Bonds of Sisterhood.
7
I
Want
to
Learn…I
Can
Share
One of the benefits of Alpha Xi Delta is learning from others and sharing your talents.
Every sister has things they do well and things they need to improve. Please take a few
minutes to complete the worksheet on page 8 of your axidbook. Under “I Want Learn”
write 3-5 things that you want to improve on personally or learn from your sisters. Under
“I Can Share” write 3-5 talents or strengths that you have that you want to share with
your sisters.
Reconvene the group.
Who would like to share some of the things you wrote or read? (If no one volunteers,
select someone to start).
DISCUSSION –
What were some common things that people want to learn?
Did anything surprise you?
Did you find a sister that has a strength you can learn from?
Did you find a sister that wants to learn something you could help her with?
This exercise is to show you how strong we are when we work as a group…as a
sisterhood. An important part of sisterhood is teamwork. We have to rely on our
strengths and not be afraid to share them with others. We also have to seek out those
who can assist us with the things they want to learn.
Before we leave this page, be sure to read Betxi Bear’s wall post to you. Betxi is Alpha
Xi Delta’s official mascot!
Group Reading
Turn to page 46 in your Bonds of Sisterhood book. Let’s learn a little about the Greek
community by taking a few minutes to read pages 46-48 and page 52.
Reconvene the group.
See…being Greek is far reaching and has it’s own language and rules that we all share.
Turn to page 9 and let’s look at the “Check Out my Greek Alphabet” application.
APPLICATION
FACILITATOR NOTE – Go through the Greek Alphabet with the group…a great way to
help reinforce the alphabet is to teach them the Greek Alphabet song! In addition to
teaching the alphabet, give the New Members a list of the other fraternities and sororities
on your campus. Other helpful information is a campus map with the location of all of
the Greek houses if appropriate.
8
Chapter
Information
Now
that
we
have
learned
some
general
Greek
information,
let’s
learn
a
little
about
your
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Chapter!
Turn
to
page
10…
Who
would
like
to
read
the
IM
from
our
AΞΔ
Founders?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Let’s
meet
our
chapter’s
executive
committee!
FACILITATOR
NOTE
­
Have
members
of
the
executive
committee
come
in
to
the
meeting,
introduce
themselves
in
person
and
explain
a
little
about
their
office.
Then
help
new
members
fill
in
the
rest
of
the
information
on
page
10.
Academic
Information
Who
remembers
the
four
core
purposes
we
talked
about
in
the
Overview
lesson?
Look
for
sisterhood,
knowledge,
leadership
and
service
as
the
answer.
One
of
the
4
core
pieces
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
is
KNOWLEDGE.
Knowledge
means
a
lot
of
things
to
us,
but
the
foundation
and
reason
for
being
here
in
college
is
to
gain
a
broad
education.
Your
sisters
are
here
to
support
you
and
help
through
your
college
experience
so
let’s
turn
to
page
11
and
discuss
our
national
and
chapter
academic
program!
9
READ
THE
ALPHA
XI
DELTA
ACADEMIC
CREED
TO
THE
GROUP:
Alpha
Xi
Delta
believes
that
education
is
the
process
of
learning
from
all
of
life’s
experiences,
including
learning
associated
with
formal
studies
and
learning
that
comes
from
associating
with
others.
We
believe
that
our
members,
new
and
initiated,
have
an
obligation
to
themselves,
their
parents,
and
their
schools
to
derive
the
greatest
benefit
from
the
educational
opportunities
offered.
Further,
Alpha
Xi
Delta
believes
its
members
have
responsibility
to
the
chapter
and
National
Fraternity
to
develop
their
abilities
to
the
highest
degree
so
that
they
will
become
better
persons
and
be
prepared
to
make
worthy
contributions
to
society.
In
this
light,
Alpha
Xi
Delta
expects
each
member
to
make
academic
success
her
primary
goal
during
her
college
years.
To
help
collegiate
members
reach
this
goal,
we
provide
to
the
chapters
an
academic
achievement
program
that
can
be
implemented
by
each
chapter.
Now
let’s
take
a
look
at
some
important
information
that
will
help
you
fill
in
the
blanks
on
page
11.
1. Individual chapter members must maintain cumulative 2.5 GPA on a 4.0
scale.
2. You must also have a _______GPA to be a chapter officer and maintain it to
remain in office.
FACILITATOR NOTE: Fill in the requirement for your chapter – remember it must
be at least a 2.5 but your chapter may have a higher requirement in their bylaws.
3. The chapter as a whole must maintain the all women’s average, the
Panhellenic average or a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, whichever is lower.
4. If a member’s cumulative GPA falls below 2.5, they will be placed on
academic probation.
5. My chapter academic achievement chair is ___________________________
FACILITATOR NOTE: Fill in the AAC for your chapter.
6. Each new member is required to do __________ study hours a week.
FACILITATOR NOTE: Fill in the requirement for your chapter
7. The Alpha Xi Delta Foundation offers many scholarships and grants to
collegiate and alumnae members.
Important
Chapter
Documents
(page
12
of
axidbook)
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
Go
through
the
overview
of
each
of
the
major
chapter
documents
listed.
Give
copies
of
each
of
them
to
the
new
members
and
give
them
a
week
to
review
them.
Follow
up
at
the
next
meeting
and
answer
any
questions
they
have.
Don’t
entertain
a
lot
of
discussion
about
the
documents
at
this
point
–
really
encourage
them
to
read
them
and
ask
questions
the
next
week.
10
NATIONAL
CONSTITUTION
AND
BYLAWS
The
National
Constitution
and
Bylaws
(C&B)
are
the
governing
documents
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta’s
national
organization.
All
entities,
whether
collegiate
or
alumnae,
are
bound
by
the
rules,
regulations,
policies,
procedures
and
guidance
set
forth
in
the
C&B.
No
local
chapter
policy
can
contradict
or
supersede
the
C&B.
The
C&B
are
reviewed
and
amended
as
appropriate
every
two
years
at
the
national
chapter
meeting
held
at
national
convention.
CARE
MANUAL
CARE
stands
for
Communication
*
Action
*
Responsibility*
Education.
Alpha
Xi
Delta
cares
about
the
health
and
well‐being
of
our
members.
That’s
why
we
strive
to
provide
you
with
education
and
guidance
so
that
you
can
make
informed
decisions
about
risk
management
issues.
The
CARE
manual
outlines
national
risk
management
policies
and
how
to
handle
emergency
situations
in
the
chapter.
All
members
are
responsible
for
knowing
and
following
national
risk
management
policy
and
local
chapters
can
never
contradict
or
supersede
national
risk
management
policy.
CHAPTER
BYLAWS
Each
collegiate
chapter
writes
specific
rules,
regulations,
policies,
procedures
and
guidance
for
their
individual
chapters
called
chapter
bylaws.
All
members
of
the
chapter
are
responsible
for
adhering
to
the
chapter
bylaws
because
they
are
the
structure
of
the
local
chapter.
Chapter
bylaws
can
never
contradict
or
supersede
national
C&B.
MERIT
SYSTEM
Part
of
being
a
member
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
is
being
an
ACTIVE
member.
Each
chapter
creates
and
enforces
a
merit
system
that
explains
what
events
members
are
expected
to
attend
by
giving
various
activities
point
values
called
merit
points.
To
remain
in
good
standing,
members
are
expected
to
meet
the
merit
point
requirements
of
their
individual
chapter.
CHAPTER
CODE
OF
CONDUCT
Each
collegiate
chapter
writes
a
specific
code
of
conduct
that
details
how
chapter
members
are
to
conduct
themselves
as
members
of
our
organization.
It
is
tied
to
the
CARE
Manual
and
is
the
local
chapter’s
guidance
of
what
behavior
is
safe
and
appropriate
for
Alpha
Xi
Delta
members.
Chapter
codes
of
conduct
can
never
contradict
or
supersede
the
CARE
Manual
or
national
risk
management
policy.
HOUSING
CORPORATION
AGREEMENTS
Housing
Corporations
govern
local
chapter
housing
and
set
the
rules
and
guidelines
for
chapter
housing
facilities
in
accordance
with
national
policy.
Members
who
live
11
both
in
and
out
of
the
chapter
house
are
required
to
sign
housing
corporation
agreements,
which
outline
each
member’s
housing
responsibilities.
Parting
Thoughts
for
Lesson
One
Take
10‐15
minutes
to
read
the
questions
on
page
13
and
reflect
on
your
first
days
as
an
Alpha
Xi
Delta.
Answer
them
honestly
and
thoughtfully
–
these
will
not
be
shared
unless
you
choose
to
talk
to
your
sisters
about
them.
Reconvene
the
group.
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
Reading
Assignment
for
Next
Week
–
pages
4­5,
and
11
on
The
Symphony
and
the
meaning
of
fraternity,
as
well
as
look
over
the
chapter
documents
given
to
you
today.
Announcements
Song
Practice
Each
week
at
our
new
member
meetings,
we
will
learn
a
new
Alpha
Xi
Delta
song!
Let’s
try
our
first
one
together!
Provide
copies
of
the
song
for
the
week
to
each
new
member
and
teach
it
to
them,
then
sing
all
together.
Have
your
chapter
songleader
come
in
and
lead
the
song
practice
each
week!
Teach
New
Members
the
“Meeting
Closing”
Each
meeting,
Alpha
Xi
Delta’s
close
their
chapter
meetings
with
a
reminder
of
how
important
what
we
talk
about
is
and
why
it
should
stay
with
sisters
only.
Here
is
the
closing:
“I
am
an
Alpha
Xi.
What
I
see
here
and
what
I
say
here
will
stay
here
when
I
leave
here.”
Let’s
close
our
new
member
meeting!
See
you
next
week!
12
Lesson
2:
Reflections
of
The
Symphony
Icebreaker
–
choose
an
icebreaker
activity
that
fits
your
group.
Awesome
Activities
in
The
Blue
Room
can
help
you!
Who
would
like
to
read
the
quote
on
page
14?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Does
that
remind
you
of
any
of
the
four
core
purposes?
Look
for
leadership
Turn
to
page
15...
Lesson
2
Learning
Objectives:
•
•
•
Understand the meaning of The Symphony
Understand the meaning of “Fraternity”
Review and understand chapter Code of Conduct, Merit System, Bylaws and
other local policy distributed in Lesson 1
Let’s
start
the
lesson…turn
to
page
16.
Reflections
of
The
Symphony
You
all
read
your
assignment
in
The
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
about
The
Symphony.
Who
can
tell
me
what
The
Symphony
is??
Look
for
open
creed,
belief,
ideals
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta,
etc.
Did
you
notice
the
IM
from
the
Founders
on
the
right
of
your
page?
Who
would
like
to
read
it?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read)
The
Symphony
is
written
very
poetically
and
there
is
a
significant
meaning.
Let’s
read
The
Symphony
together:
These Things do we earnestly desire
A clear vision of life
That with gracious and kindly hearts
We may share both joy and sorrow
And with humility meet success
These things o Lord
Help us to instill within our hearts
That we may grow in courage, graciousness and peace
What
do
the
lines
of
the
symphony
mean
to
you
in
today’s
words?
Take
10
minutes
to
jot
down
your
thoughts
underneath
each
line
in
your
workbook…
13
Reconvene
the
group
Now
let’s
go
around
the
room
and
read
The
Symphony
in
plain
language
as
you
interpret
it.
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
Ask
someone
to
read
her
interpretation
of
each
line…use
a
different
new
member
for
each
line.
Alpha
Xi
Delta’s
across
the
country
recite
The
Symphony
each
week
at
chapter
meetings.
In
order
to
learn
The
Symphony,
we
will
recite
it
at
the
end
of
each
of
our
new
member
meetings
too
to
remind
us
of
the
type
of
women
that
we
strive
to
be
every
day!
Does
anyone
have
any
closing
thoughts
or
comments
on
The
Symphony?
APPLICATION
Check
out
“The
Symphony
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
ROCKS”
application
on
page
17.
Take
10
minutes
to
answer
the
questions!
Use
your
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
book
to
help
you
if
you
get
stuck!
1. Membership in Alpha Xi Delta is only during college?
False – membership is for a lifetime!
2. What was the first Greek letter society?
Pi Beta Kappa
3. Alpha Xi Delta is formally and legally charted as a fraternity?
True
4. What is Alpha Xi Delta’s New Member program called?
The Bonds of Sisterhood
5. What is Alpha Xi Delta’s open creed or belief called?
The Symphony
6. The Symphony is a secret part of the ritual, never to be shared with nonAΞΔ’s?
False – it is our open creed or belief
7. What is the common bond between all Alpha Xi Delta’s and provides the
basis for our existence?
The Ritual
Questions
about
Chapter
Documents
You
received
copies
of
several
important
chapter
documents
last
week.
Let’s
look
at
each
one
and
see
what
questions
you
have…
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
Look
at
each
document
(bylaws,
merit
system,
CARE
Manual,
Code
of
Conduct,
Housing
Corporation
Contract)
and
ask
if
there
are
any
questions.
Invite
your
chapter
president
and
chapter
life
vice
president
to
help
you!
14
Parting
Thoughts
for
Lesson
Two
Take
10‐15
minutes
to
read
the
questions
on
page
18
and
reflect
on
The
Symphony
and
the
meaning
of
Fraternity.
Answer
them
honestly
and
thoughtfully
–
these
will
not
be
shared
unless
you
choose
to
talk
to
your
sisters
about
them.
Reconvene
the
group.
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
Reading
Assignment
for
Next
Week
–
pages
6­17
on
Days
Gone
By
Announcements
Song
Practice
Recite
The
Symphony
Closing
­
“I
am
an
Alpha
Xi.
What
I
see
here
and
what
I
say
here
will
stay
here
when
I
leave
here.”
See
you
next
week!
15
Lesson
3:
Days
Gone
By
Icebreaker
–
choose
an
icebreaker
activity
that
fits
your
group.
Awesome
Activities
in
The
Blue
Room
can
help
you!
Who
would
like
to
read
the
quote
on
page
19?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Understanding
out
history
is
an
important
piece
to
your
Alpha
Xi
Delta
new
member
experience.
Turn
to
page
20…
Lesson
3
Learning
Objectives:
•
•
•
•
Be able to name the ten founders of Alpha Xi Delta
Learn important parts of Alpha Xi Delta’s rich history
Understand the importance of history and tradition in our organization
Learn your chapter’s history
Let’s
start
the
lesson…turn
to
page
21.
As you read in your assignment, Alpha Xi Delta was founded to encourage personal
friendships and create a nucleus, a core group, of close friends and sisters. To do this,
you have to know where we started from so let’s get to know our history better!
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Scramble
Take
a
few
minutes
to
unscramble
to
words
or
phrases
you
see
to
unlock
important
or
interesting
parts
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta’s
history.
Reconvene
the
group.
Let’s
go
through
the
answers!
Who
knows
the
first
answer
and
what
it
means?
(repeat
this
for
each
question)
1. The pen is mightier than the sword – our open motto and outward meaning of
The Quill
2. Ten Founders – Alpha Xi Delta has ten founders
3. The Golden Quill – Our badge
4. Sigma Nu – The fraternity that helped found Alpha Xi Delta
5. Pink Rose – Our chosen flower
6. Double Blue and Gold – Our colors
7. Galesburg – The city where Lombard College was located
8. Lombard College – The university where Alpha Xi Delta was founded
9. Nationalization – the expansion of Alpha Xi Delta to colleges and universities
throughout the country
10. Inspiring Women Since 1893 – what Alpha Xi Delta has strived to do!
16
Did
anyone
notice
the
colony
pin
flair
at
the
top
of
your
page?
Does
anyone
know
what
the
colony
pin
is
used
for?
Look
for
new
chapters,
new
colonies,
expansion,
new
member
pin,
etc.
A
brand
new
Alpha
Xi
Delta
chapter
is
called
a
colony.
The
colony
pin
is
worn
by
the
members
of
the
first
new
member
class
of
a
colony
in
place
of
the
standard
new
member
pin.
Check
out
Sigma
Nu’s
wall
post
at
the
bottom
of
the
page…did
anyone
catch
that
fun
Alpha
Xi
Delta
fact
in
your
reading?
APPLICATION
Check
out
“I
♥
ΑΞΔ
History
”
application
on
page
22.
Take
15
minutes
to
answer
the
questions!
Use
your
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
book
to
help
you
if
you
get
stuck!
Let’s
go
through
the
answers!
1. How many Founders did Alpha Xi Delta have?
Ten
2. What was the name of the fraternity that helped found Alpha Xi Delta?
Sigma Nu
3. Alpha Xi Delta was founded on this date?
April 17, 1893
4. What college and city was Alpha Xi Delta founded at?
Lombard College Galesburg, IL
5. How many founders married Sigma Nu’s?
Five
6. The Founders chose the _________________ rose as our flower. Why?
Pink Rose, to compliment the white rose of Sigma Nu
7. The Founders originally chose double blue for our colors. Why?
In case the sorority chose to affiliate with Kappa Kappa Gamma when it went
“national”
Name That Founder:
Designed the Quill - Lewie Strong Taylor
First President – Cora Bollinger Block
17
Youngest Founder – Alice Bartlett Bruner
Oldest Founder – Eliza Drake Curtis Everton
Cora’s roommate that helped plan AΞΔ - Hariett Luella McCollum
Had 3 daughters, two were AΞΔ’s – Bertha Cook Evans
Helped draft AΞΔ’s first constitution – Julia Maude Foster
First Vice President – Lucy W. Gilmer
Sisters by birth and in AΞΔ - Almira Lowry and Frances Elisabeth Cheney
My
Chapter
History
Who
would
like
to
read
the
IM
from
the
Founders
on
page
23?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Our
Founders
left
a
great
national
legacy
for
us
as
you
have
read.
Our
chapter
sisters
have
left
a
great
local
legacy
too!
Let’s
learn
some
fun
facts
about
our
chapter
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta!
Help
the
new
members
fill
in
page
23
of
their
axidbook.
Bring
your
chapter’s
Historian
and
Fraternity
Heritage
chairs
in
to
talk
about
your
chapter’s
history
and
give
5
fun
facts
to
the
new
members
about
your
chapter!
Parting
Thoughts
for
Lesson
Three
Take
10‐15
minutes
to
read
the
questions
on
page
24
and
reflect
on
Days
Gone
By
and
the
importance
of
history
in
fraternity
life.
Answer
them
honestly
and
thoughtfully
–
these
will
not
be
shared
unless
you
choose
to
talk
to
your
sisters
about
them.
Reconvene
the
group.
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
Reading
Assignment
for
Next
Week
–
pages
26­29
on
Symbols
and
Insignia
and
look
at
www.alphaxidelta.org
Announcements
Song
Practice
Recite
The
Symphony
Closing
­
“I
am
an
Alpha
Xi.
What
I
see
here
and
what
I
say
here
will
stay
here
when
I
leave
here.”
See
you
next
week!
18
Lesson
4:
Symbols
and
Insignia
Icebreaker
–
choose
an
icebreaker
activity
that
fits
your
group.
Awesome
Activities
in
The
Blue
Room
can
help
you!
Who
would
like
to
read
the
quote
on
page
25?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Symbols
and
Insignia
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
are
items
that
we
wear
and
use
with
great
pride!
Turn
to
page
26
and
let’s
start
learning
about
them!
Lesson
4
Learning
Objectives:
•
•
•
Recognize and name symbols of Alpha Xi Delta
Know the proper etiquette for wearing your New Member pin and Quill
Understand the importance of Alpha Xi Delta’s symbols and insignia
You
read
about
our
symbols
and
insignia
in
your
assignment
and
on
our
national
website.
Let’s
see
what
you
remember!
Turn
to
page
27…
APPLICATION
Check
out
“Name
that
ΑΞΔ
Flair
”
application
on
page
27.
Take
20
minutes
to
write
the
name
underneath
each
piece
of
“flair”!
Use
your
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
book
and
each
other
to
help
you
if
you
get
stuck!
There
are
some
tricky
ones
in
there!
Let’s
go
through
the
answers!
We
will
go
left
to
right
starting
at
the
top
left!
The
Crest
Pink
Rose
Mother’s
Pin
Father’s
Pin
Banner
Betxi
Bear
National
President’s
Medallion
Recognition
Quill
Order
of
the
Rose/Pearl/Diamond
Pin
New
Member
Pin
Colors
Colony
Pin
The
Quill
Proper
New
Member
Pin
and
Quill
Etiquette
Turn
to
page
28
and
let’s
see
what
you
have
learned
about
wearing
your
new
member
pin.
Take
a
few
minutes
to
answer
the
questions
True
or
False.
Let’s
go
through
the
answers!
Who
would
like
to
answer
the
first
one?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
19
1. Your
pin
is
worn
on
the
right
side
of
your
chest.
FALSE
–
it
is
always
worn
on
the
left
side,
closest
to
your
heart.
2. Your
pin
should
never
be
worn
on
outwear
or
jackets.
TRUE
–
again
it
should
be
worn
on
the
clothing
closest
to
your
heart
3. It’s
appropriate
to
wear
your
pin
with
denim
as
long
as
it
is
nice.
FALSE
–
your
pin
can
never
be
worn
with
denim
or
casual
clothing
4. It
isn’t
a
big
deal
if
a
non‐Alpha
Xi
Delta
wears
your
pin.
FALSE
–
to
you,
the
pin
should
be
a
sacred
and
prized
possession
because
it
represents
our
sisterhood
and
should
never
be
worn
by
any
other
person.
5. Alumnae
do
not
have
to
follow
the
same
guidelines
for
wearing
their
pin.
FALSE
–
all
sisters
must
follow
proper
protocol
for
wearing
their
pin
6. There
is
proper
Quill
attire
required
to
wear
your
pin.
TRUE
–
your
pin
should
always
be
worn
with
business
casual
or
church
appropriate
attire.
7. Nothing
can
be
worn
above
your
pin.
TRUE
–
your
pin
is
the
most
important
and
sacred
piece
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
insignia,
so
it
should
be
worn
above
everything
else.
8. Pins
can
be
worn
by
sister
of
age
while
drinking
at
a
party
if
it
is
formal.
FALSE
–
pins
can
never
be
worn
while
drinking
regardless
of
the
setting.
9. You
should
never
wear
your
pin
outside
of
a
formal
chapter
meeting.
FALSE
–
you
can
wear
your
pin
to
any
event
where
Quill
attire
is
appropriate.
10. Behaving
with
respect
and
class
are
important
when
wearing
your
pin.
TRUE
–
this
is
true
of
any
Alpha
Xi
Delta
insignia…you
are
representing
our
sisterhood
at
all
times!
BONUS
–
The
etiquette
for
wearing
your
new
member
pin
and
The
Quill
are
the
same.
TRUE
–
your
new
member
pin
is
the
symbol
you
wear
until
you
are
initiated
and
receive
our
most
sacred
symbol
–
the
Golden
Quill.
20
Now
turn
to
page
29
for
a
fun
activity!
What
Does
MY
Coat
of
Arms
Mean?
In
ancient
times,
the
coat
of
arms
was
an
emblem
that
represented
an
individual,
family,
or
country.
The
symbols
on
the
coat
of
arms
represented
and
identified
them.
Alpha
Xi
Delta’s
coat
of
arms
is
called
the
Crest
and
represents
our
spirit
and
values
just
as
ancient
coat
of
arms
did.
On
page
29,
using
pictures,
words,
or
symbols,
draw
a
crest
containing
items
that
symbolize
the
following:
Values
that
drive
you
People
who
have
influenced
you
A
vision
for
your
contribution
to
Alpha
Xi
Delta,
and
A
personal
motto
or
favorite
quote.
DISCUSSION
–
Who
would
like
to
share
their
crest
with
the
group?
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
if
your
new
member
group
is
small,
have
everyone
share.
If
it
is
large,
select
5­7
members
to
share
their
crest.
Why
do
you
think
it
is
important
to
have
meaning
and
value
behind
our
symbols?
What
did
you
learn
about
your
sisters
in
this
exercise?
What
did
you
learn
about
yourself?
Parting
Thoughts
for
Lesson
Four
Take
10‐15
minutes
to
read
the
questions
on
page
30
and
reflect
on
our
symbols.
Answer
them
honestly
and
thoughtfully
–
these
will
not
be
shared
unless
you
choose
to
talk
to
your
sisters
about
them.
Reconvene
the
group.
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
Reading
Assignment
for
Next
Week
–
pages
18­25
on
Our
Great
National
Organization
Announcements
Song
Practice
Recite
The
Symphony
Closing
­
“I
am
an
Alpha
Xi.
What
I
see
here
and
what
I
say
here
will
stay
here
when
I
leave
here.”
See
you
next
week!
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Lesson
5:
Our
Great
National
Organization
Icebreaker
–
choose
an
icebreaker
activity
that
fits
your
group.
Awesome
Activities
in
The
Blue
Room
can
help
you!
Who
would
like
to
read
the
quote
on
page
31?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Excellence
is
the
cornerstone
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta!
Let’s
turn
the
page
and
begin
learning
about
our
Great
National
Organization!
Lesson
5
Learning
Objectives:
•
•
•
•
Understand the structure of our national organization
Know the national programs and their purpose
Understand the chapter annual progress report (APR)
Know and understand national awards
Turn
to
page
33
and
see
our
national
structure.
National
Organization
Structure
Overview
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
Explain
the
organization
table
below
to
the
new
members.
Talk
about
the
roles
that
each
of
the
members
on
the
table
play.
This
is
a
great
section
to
have
your
chapter
advisor
or
other
involved
alumnae
teach
to
your
new
members!
Territory
Map
(page
34
of
axidbook)
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
Explain
that
Alpha
Xi
Delta
is
broken
up
into
four
territories
as
the
map
shows.
Show
your
new
members
what
territory
you
fall
in
to
and
tell
them
who
your
area
facilitator
and
associate
director
are
as
well
as
where
the
closest
alumnae
association
is.
Autism
Speaks
(page
35
of
axidbook)
April
2nd
is
National
Autism
Day
and
on
April
2,
2009,
Autism
Speaks
became
Alpha
Xi
Delta’s
national
philanthropic
partner!
Check
out
the
statistics
on
page
35
to
learn
a
little
about
them!
APPLICATION
Check
out
“National
sororities
are
amaXIng!
”
application
on
page
36.
Take
10
minutes
to
answer
the
questions!
Use
your
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
book
to
help
you
if
you
get
stuck!
Let’s
go
over
the
answers!
1. Who makes up the National Chapter?
It is made up of National Council, Past National Presidents, and one voting delegate from
each college chapter and alumnae association in good standing.
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2. Where is Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity Headquarters located?
Indianapolis, IN
3. Match the following:
National Council – oversee the entire national organization
National Chapter – legislative body of the fraternity
ΑΞΔ Foundation – Fundraising body of the fraternity
Autism Speaks – National philanthropy
The Quill – Magazine of Alpha Xi Delta
Educational Leadership Consultants – Recently graduated sisters who provide
chapter support
Chapter
Annual
Progress
Report
Who
would
like
to
read
the
IM
from
the
Founders
on
page
37?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Every
Alpha
Xi
Delta
should
be
in
constant
pursuit
of
her
potential,
and
our
chapter
is
no
different!
The
APR
asks
our
chapter
to
tell
the
National
Fraternity
how
well
we
are
fulfilling
each
of
our
four
core
purposes:
sisterhood,
leadership,
knowledge
and
service.
Under
each
of
those
headings,
specific
areas
of
chapter
life
are
addressed.
Those
areas
are
as
follows:
Levels
of
Chapter
Progress:
Sisterhood:
Knowledge:
Alpha
Level
–
everyday
basics
of
chapter
life
Chapter
Growth
New
Member
that
are
essential
to
maintaining
a
chapter.
Ritual
Orientation
Every
chapter
should
easily
be
able
to
achieve
Alumnae
Relations
Member
these
things!
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Pride
Development
Facility
Academic
Xi
Level
–
intermediate
skills
that
the
Management
Achievement
Fraternity
expects
to
be
a
part
of
regular
chapter
life.
Leadership:
Service
Delta
Level
–
standards
that
a
chapter
that
is
Chapter
Operations
Philanthropy
committed
to
realizing
its
potential
will
Financial
Community
Service
demonstrate.
These
are
goals
that
every
Management
Contribution
to
chapter
should
strive
to
achieve!
Panhellenic
Host
Institution
The
Fraternity
awards
program
is
based
on
Presence
Volunteer
Service
Delta
level
standards!
Public
Relations
and
Support
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National
Awards
Program
Review
page
44
in
The
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
with
the
new
members
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Foundation
Check
out
the
wall
post
from
The
Foundation
at
the
top
of
page
38.
Who
would
like
to
read
it?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Our
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Foundation
is
a
wonderful
gift
for
our
organization
that
survives
on
fundraising
from
chapters,
members,
friends
and
investments.
Look
at
pages
22‐
23
in
your
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
book
to
see
information
on
Foundation
programs
and
gifts.
In
the
space
on
page
38
of
your
axidbook,
write
down
programs
from
these
pages
that
you
might
be
able
to
utilize
as
a
member
…
Does
anyone
want
to
share?
Parting
Thoughts
for
Lesson
Five
Take
10‐15
minutes
to
read
the
questions
on
page
38
and
reflect
on
our
national
organization.
Answer
them
honestly
and
thoughtfully
–
these
will
not
be
shared
unless
you
choose
to
talk
to
your
sisters
about
them.
Reconvene
the
group.
Bonds
of
Sisterhood
Reading
Assignment
for
Next
Week
–
pages
30­31,
40­43
on
your
role
in
Alpha
Xi
Delta
and
Famous
Sisters.
Complete
StrengthsQuest
Assessment
(ONLY
IF
YOU
HAVE
BUDGETED
FOR
IT
AND
ARE
GOING
TO
USE
IT
FOR
LESSON
6).
If
not,
skip
this
assignment!
Announcements
Song
Practice
Recite
The
Symphony
Closing
­
“I
am
an
Alpha
Xi.
What
I
see
here
and
what
I
say
here
will
stay
here
when
I
leave
here.”
See
you
next
week!
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Lesson
6:
Realize
Your
Potential
Who
would
like
to
read
the
quote
on
page
40?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
In
order
to
best
utilize
our
own
uniqueness
like
our
quote
states,
we
have
to
know
ourselves
better.
This
week
we
have
two
activities
that
will
show
us
how
to
realize
our
potential
in
all
four
core
areas
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
–
sisterhood,
leadership,
knowledge
and
service!
Let’s
get
started!
Turn
to
page
41…
Lesson
6
Learning
Objectives:
•
•
•
•
Learn yourself and how you can contribute to Alpha Xi Delta
Understand the importance of realizing your potential to Alpha Xi Delta
Understand the servant leadership philosophy
Assess your servant leadership characteristics
Strengths
Assessment
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
There
are
two
options
for
this
section.
Option
One
is
to
complete
the
StrengthsQuest
assessment
that
costs
$15/member
to
complete.
If
you
chapter
has
budgeted
for
this
assessment,
please
do
the
follow
up
program
located
in
the
Blue
Room
here.
Option
Two
is
to
complete
the
Realize
Your
Potential
Program
in
the
RYP
Manual
titled
Holland’s
Personality
Typology
on
page
41.
The
RYP
Manual
is
located
in
the
Blue
Room.
USE
A
STRONG
PRESENTER
FOR
EITHER
OF
THESE
TOPICS
–
AN
ALUMNA
OR
ADVISOR
WOULD
BE
A
GREAT
FACILITATOR.
Servant
Leadership
Turn
to
page
42…
If
our
Founders
were
around
today,
they
would
strongly
relate
to
the
concept
of
servant
leadership
so
let’s
learn
about
what
it
is
and
how
it
helps
us
realize
our
potential!
What
is
servant
leadership?
It
is
based
on
the
idea
that
true
leadership
should
call
us
to
serve
a
higher
purpose,
something
beyond
ourselves.
So
that
means
servant
leaders
have
a
natural
desire
to
serve
first,
then
lead
and
to
make
a
difference
in
the
lives
of
others.
They
are
willing
to
sacrifice
self‐interests
for
the
sake
of
others.
There
are
ten
characteristics
of
servant
leaders.
I
will
go
through
what
each
of
them
are
one
at
a
time
and
after
I
define
each
one,
write
an
example
of
how
Alpha
Xi
Delta
relates
to
that
characteristic…
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
Read
one
characteristic
then
allow
a
few
minutes
for
the
new
members
to
write
in
their
axidbook,
before
you
go
on
to
the
next.
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1. Listening
–
People
want
leaders
who
will
listen
and
empower
them.
It
is
being
receptive
and
genuinely
interested
in
the
views
of
others.
It
makes
others
want
to
share
their
ideas
because
they
are
valued.
2. Empathy
–
This
is
the
ability
to
understand
others’
circumstances
and
problems.
People
are
confident
in
those
who
are
empathetic
because
they
feel
that
their
leader
can
understand
whatever
problems
may
arise
and
care
enough
to
help
solve
them.
3. Healing
–
It
is
important
to
have
an
appreciation
for
the
emotional
health
and
spirit
of
others.
Healing
means
having
the
ability
to
create
an
environment
that
encourages
emotional
mending
and
being
approachable
to
those
that
are
struggling.
4. Awareness
–
People
that
are
aware
have
a
keen
sense
for
what
is
happening
around
them
and
look
for
cues
from
their
environment
to
make
informed
decisions
and
form
opinions.
5. Persuasion
–
Persuasion
is
seeking
to
convince
others
to
do
things
rather
than
relying
on
your
authority
or
a
title.
It’s
offering
compelling
reasons
for
why
you
are
making
requests
rather
than
forcing
others
to
do
things.
6. Conceptualization
–
Conceptualization
is
encouraging
others
to
dream
great
dreams
and
look
at
a
broad
picture
of
the
world.
It
is
fostering
an
environment
that
encourages
thinking
big
and
valuing
the
creative
process.
7. Foresight
–
Having
foresight
means
being
able
to
anticipate
future
events
and
consequences
of
decisions
with
great
accuracy.
8. Stewardship
–
People
who
are
strong
stewards
have
a
desire
to
prepare
the
organization
to
contribute
to
the
greater
good
of
society
and
make
a
positive
difference.
9. Growth
–
This
trait
means
having
a
strong
commitment
to
the
growth
of
people
and
believing
that
all
people
have
something
to
offer
spiritually,
professionally
and
personally.
10. Building
Community
–
A
strong
sense
of
community
is
important
and
even
more
important
is
fostering
it!
People
who
have
this
trait
instill
a
sense
of
community
spirit
and
work
hard
to
build
the
community
around
them.
Who
would
like
to
share
what
you
wrote
for
Listening?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone.
Repeat
this
process
for
each
characteristic
having
one
member
speak
to
each
one.)
Now
turn
to
page
43.
Read
the
instructions
and
answer
the
questions
about
servant
leadership.
Give
members
a
few
minutes
to
work
through
the
questions.
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How
many
of
you
checked
at
least
three?
Five?
Seven?
If
you
check
seven
or
more
of
these
questions,
you
are
well
on
your
way
to
becoming
a
strong
servant
leader!
Parting
Thoughts
for
Lesson
Six
Take
10‐15
minutes
to
read
the
questions
on
page
44
and
reflect
on
realizing
your
potential.
Answer
them
honestly
and
thoughtfully
–
these
will
not
be
shared
unless
you
choose
to
talk
to
your
sisters
about
them.
Reconvene
the
group.
Announcements
Song
Practice
Recite
The
Symphony
Closing
­
“I
am
an
Alpha
Xi.
What
I
see
here
and
what
I
say
here
will
stay
here
when
I
leave
here.”
See
you
next
week!
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Lesson
7:
Inspiration
Week
Who
would
like
to
read
the
quote
on
page
45?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
This
week
marks
a
very
special
week
for
you
and
our
chapter.
The
week
before
initiation
is
called
inspiration
week…it
is
a
time
for
you
to
reflect
on
all
of
the
ways
the
Alpha
Xi
Delta
can
help
inspire
you
to
realize
your
potential
and
what
you
can
do
to
help
Alpha
Xi
Delta
realize
hers.
Turn
to
page
46…
Lesson
7
Learning
Objectives:
•
•
•
•
Reflect on your time as an Alpha Xi Delta new member
Explore what the symbols of Alpha Xi Delta mean to you personally
Know and understand what will occur in the coming week regarding
initiation
Get inspired!
Information
on
Initiation
Go
over
all
of
the
details
for
initiation
and
ensure
members
have
paid
all
required
fees,
filled
out
required
paperwork
and
know
exactly
what
the
details
of
the
event
are
(attire,
time,
day,
location,
etc.)
Reflections
of
an
Alpha
Xi
Turn
to
page
47
in
your
axidbook.
Reflections
of
an
Alpha
Xi
is
an
activity
where
you
can
look
back
on
the
events
that
have
occurred
in
your
new
member
program
and
look
forward
to
what
is
to
come.
I
will
read
the
poem
to
the
side
of
each
picture
one
by
one.
After
each
poem,
take
5‐
10
minutes
to
answer
the
reflection
question
in
your
book.
Here
we
go…
THE
NEW
MEMBER
PIN
‐
The
new
member
pin
which
you
have
faithfully
worn,
To
Alpha
Xi’s
has
a
meaning
that
is
deep.
The
loyalty
which
it
represents,
Is
something
sisters
will
always
keep.
What
has
wearing
your
new
member
pin
meant
to
you?
THE
CREST
–
This
is
the
crest
of
Alpha
Xi.
Its
secrets
you
will
soon
see!
What
does
the
crest
symbolize
for
you?
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THE
CANDLE
‐
A
candle
shining
in
the
darkness
is
more
than
just
a
light.
It
is
a
shining
bond
of
secrets
shared
And
the
brave
slicker
of
trials
to
be
met.
What
trial
in
your
life
has
being
an
Alpha
Xi
Delta
helped
you
overcome?
THE
ROSE
‐
The
garden
of
roses
is
strengthened
By
plants
that
are
vital
and
new.
The
garden
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
Will
flourish
if
tended
by
you!
What
will
you
do
to
help
the
garden
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta
grow?
THE
QUILL
–
Our
precious
outward
symbol
will
soon
be
yours
to
hold.
It’s
here
displayed
in
paper
but
yours
will
be
in
gold.
You’ve
learned
our
songs,
our
history,
our
beautiful
symphony.
The
sisters
wish
to
welcome
you
in
perfect
harmony.
Until
the
final
day
is
here
when
the
Quill
will
be
your
own,
Gaze
at
this
Quill
and
remember
the
friendship
for
you
alone.
Think
about
the
friendships
you
have
built
over
the
past
several
weeks.
What
will
it
mean
to
you
to
stand
beside
your
sisters
with
your
golden
Quill
for
the
first
time?
Parting
Thoughts
for
Lesson
Seven
Take
10‐15
minutes
to
read
the
questions
on
page
50
and
reflect
on
your
time
as
a
new
member.
Answer
them
honestly
and
thoughtfully
–
these
will
not
be
shared
unless
you
choose
to
talk
to
your
sisters
about
them.
Reconvene
the
group.
WRAP
UP
THE
NEW
MEMBER
PROGRAM…
•
•
•
Go over details for the Initiation ceremony – attire, time, place, date, etc.
o Fill out required new member paperwork for Initiation
Go over what must be paid prior to Initiation – give new members the date it is due
and instructions on how to pay
o Explain financial obligations and break down of fees – give new members a
copy of financial information
o Fill out online information for paperwork and Quill orders
Set up time, day and location for post-initiation new member meeting
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Announcements
Song
Practice
Recite
The
Symphony
Closing
­
“I
am
an
Alpha
Xi.
What
I
see
here
and
what
I
say
here
will
stay
here
when
I
leave
here.”
See
you
next
week!
New
Member
Program
Wrap
Up
(Post­initiation
meeting)
Welcome
initiated
sisters!!!
What
an
exciting
time
in
your
Alpha
Xi
Delta
membership!
LET’S
RECITE
THE
RITUAL
OF
ALPHA
XI
DELTA!
Who
would
like
to
read
the
quote
on
page
51?
(If
no
one
volunteers,
select
someone
to
read.)
Initiation
Experiences
Before
we
do
our
last
few
activities,
let’s
go
around
the
room
and
share
your
most
memorable
experience
from
your
time
as
a
new
member
and
your
favorite
part
of
initiation!
FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
if
you
have
a
small
new
initiate
group,
everyone
should
share.
If
your
group
is
large
you
may
opt
to
have
a
handful
of
members
share
or
allow
everyone
to
depending
on
the
time
you
have.
Post­Initiation
Ritual
Program
If
you
have
not
already
done
a
post­initiation
program
to
explain
the
initiation
ceremony
to
your
new
initiates,
use
this
meeting
to
do
so!
Have
your
Ritual
chair
come
in
and
facilitate
a
program.
Legacy
Statements
We
have
spent
the
past
several
weeks
learning
about
the
legacy
of
Alpha
Xi
Delta…now
you
are
forever
a
part
of
the
legacy
for
future
members.
What
legacy
will
you
leave???
On
page
52,
take
the
next
15‐20
minutes
to
read
the
introduction
and
complete
your
legacy
statement.
Allow
the
group
time
to
write
their
statements
then
reconvene
the
group.
Who
would
like
to
share
their
statement?
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FACILITATOR
NOTE
–
if
you
have
a
small
new
initiate
group,
everyone
should
share
their
legacy
statement.
If
your
group
is
large
you
may
opt
to
have
a
handful
of
members
share
or
allow
everyone
to
depending
on
the
time
you
have.
Collect
the
legacy
statements
from
each
person.
Post
them
together
in
a
place
where
your
whole
chapter
can
read
them!
New
Member
Program
Survey
The
last
item
of
business
we
have
is
to
complete
a
new
member
program
survey.
Your
opinion
on
our
program
are
really
important
so
please
turn
to
page
53
and
give
us
your
most
honest
opinions
and
comments!
Before
we
close
our
new
member
period,
I
want
to
leave
you
with
a
final
thought.
Turn
to
the
last
page
of
your
axidbook…
DO
YOU
JUST
BELONG?
Are
you
an
active
member,
the
kind
that
would
be
missed?
Or
are
you
just
content
that
your
name
is
on
the
list?
Do
you
attend
the
meetings
and
mingle
with
the
flock?
Or
do
you
just
stay
at
home,
to
criticize
and
knock?
Do
you
take
an
active
part
to
help
the
work
along?
Or
are
you
satisfied
to
only
just
belong?
Do
you
work
with
your
committee
and
get
right
in
and
mix?
Or
leave
the
work
to
just
a
few
and
talk
about
the
“cliques”?
Think
this
over
sister…You
know
right
from
wrong!
Are
you
an
active
member
or
DO
YOU
JUST
BELONG?”
WELCOME
TO
OUR
LIFE
LONG
SISTERHOOD!!!
Announcements
Recite
The
Symphony
Closing
­
“I
am
an
Alpha
Xi.
What
I
see
here
and
what
I
say
here
will
stay
here
when
I
leave
here.”
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