Delta Upsilon Fraternity

Delta Upsilon Fraternity
Georgia Tech Chapter
New Member Education Manual
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The Principles of the
Delta Upsilon Fraternity:
The Promotion of Friendship
The Development of Character
The Diffusion of Liberal Culture
The Advancement of Justice
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Week One: Introduction to Associate
Membership
Associate Members hold weekly meetings addressing:
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Introduction to Associate Membership
Associate Member Class Positions
Big Brother Programming
Criteria Membership for Delta Upsilon
Non–Hazing, Non–Secrecy
The Four Founding Principles
The Code of Conduct
Financial Responsibilities
Academic Responsibilities
Insurance, Loss Prevention Guidelines, and Crisis Management
Paddle Signatures
Brother Information Handout
Co – Presenter: Secretary (On expectations)
o Signatures
o Points
o Project
 Readings: The Cornerstone: Chapter 1, 2 & all of Week One (this
section) in the Associate Member Handbook
 Assignments
o Quiz on first week information
o Get and work on paddles with Big Brothers
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Introduction to Associate Membership
By joining Delta Upsilon, you have chosen a system unique at the College. It is not a system
marred by childish harassment; not strengthened by meaningless secrets; not inspired by
degradation of the Associate Member. DU associate membership is built upon RESPECT; respect
for the Fraternity and its‘ members.
The Associate Member education program is a system that will help assimilate yourself with our
Fraternity during your first year of membership. In accordance with our foundation of nonsecrecy, we want to fully explain and provide the details of our program‘s goals and objectives.
Being clear and honest from the start creates a sense of unity among all members and stifles
confusion. In this way, each Associate Member can strive to maintain excellence in his action
while allowing the Fraternity to help in his effort to attain a solid education and develop as a man.
Every Associate Member at some point will ask the question, ―Why do I have to be an associate
member before I can become a member?‖ The associate membership period is organized so that
you are able to see how the Fraternity actually works, and get a chance to know the brotherhood
well. The associate membership period also gives the Fraternity the opportunity to learn more
about the men we recruit. By the end of your associate membership period, a decision will have
to be made by both the Fraternity and the Associate Member to decide if Delta Upsilon is right
for him.
It is the purpose of Delta Upsilon to place men of exceptional quality and of exceptional character
into the world. This is the goal of total membership development. It is the purpose of the
Associate Member education program to begin this process and help introduce Associate
Members into our unique system. The program is an introduction to the Fraternity and our ideals.
The goal of the Associate Member education program is to provide a chance for the Associate
Member to become accustomed to the Fraternity, to make a successful transition to college, to
develop their personal skills, and to become an active member of the Fraternity. We have a
system based on equality, and equality is given to all members. An associate has an equal voice in
all Fraternity matters. The Associate Member education program allows the Associate Member to
have time to examine and evaluate the meaning of Delta Upsilon without having the
responsibility of active membership.
The associate member period is a time of decision for both you and the Brothers of the chapter.
You must decide whether to accept or reject the ideas and foundations of the Chapter. For the
Brothers, it is a decision concerning whether you meet the high standards and good character vital
to the success and prosperity of Delta Upsilon. You will be judged based on your character,
actions, leadership potential, and attitude. This process takes some amount of time, so the
associate member period allows both parties time to make an educated decision.
Delta Upsilon believes there is nothing that builds character and lifetime bonds than shared
responsibilities, work, and laughter. At the same time, you can share your Fraternity experience
with your family and friends. This is why we do not have secrets at Delta Upsilon. If all you have
in common with your brothers is a secret handshake, or password, your relationship will not last.
Because Delta Upsilon is built on respect and justice for our fellow man, we do not practice
hazing. Like secrets, hazing is an artificial way to promote brotherhood. We believe that
humiliation and wasting the time and effort of our Associate Members is destructive to the
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Fraternity. There are far too many positive things to be accomplished at our Fraternity to waste
time on hazing. We take pride in our associate member class and expect them to have proper
respect for the brotherhood and the Fraternity without having to use humiliation.
However, situations occur where you may decide that D.U. is not the right fraternity for you. If
this is the case you may cease your affiliation by depledging, or stating that you do not wish to be
a member of D.U. anymore. Unfortunate situations like this do happen. In return the Fraternity
will have no hard feelings or resentment toward you as long as you are honest in your decision.
Also, the Fraternity may decide during the associate member period that you do not represent our
ideal and beliefs and ask you to leave the Fraternity.
Though Associate Members of Delta Upsilon have assigned tasks and responsibilities, none are
meant to demean or embarrass. If an associate member feels he is being unfairly treated, it is his
right and duty to speak out. If a problem cannot be resolved with the Associate Member educator,
you have the right to contact Delta Upsilon International Headquarters at the address found in
The Cornerstone. Your willingness and ability to try and work out this matter in a mature manner
marks a reasonable man. By accepting our associate member pin, you took the responsibility for
treating others with consideration and respect.
Unlike high school, where joining a club meant paying $10, getting a free T-shirt, showing up to
one or two meetings per year, and putting it on your resume, a fraternity demands a lot more from
its members.
In order to excel in the collegiate world as well as the corporate world one must be well rounded
in all aspects of society not just academia. It is therefore important you take an interest in
activities other than Delta Upsilon. You are fortunate to be enrolled in a University that has a
vast and diverse amount of student organizations. Like Sailing? There is a club for that. Like
Indian Classical Music? There is a club for that. Like Politics? There is a club for that. Trust me
there is a club for your interest, if not start one. The Georgia Tech Chapter of Delta Upsilon
ensures that as an Associate Member you understand that we place a profound emphasis on
Academics, Service, Leadership as well as Social Events.
It is the sincere desire of the members of Delta Upsilon Fraternity that all men who formally
associate themselves with us will reach their goal of becoming an initiated member. Hopefully
along the way you will develop into the type of individual that will be a true asset to our
Fraternity.
Associate Member Class Positions
For the Associate Member Class to work together efficiently, and for the Associate Members to
begin to develop a sense of leadership and organization, the Associate Member Class elects and
appoints men to offices in much the same way as the Chapter itself does. While limited in their
authority, each office closely mirrors the respective Chapter office. In this way, Associate
Members will become accustomed to the role that each position plays in the decision making and
administrative processes that must go on to keep the Fraternity running. Even beyond the
Chapter, these same skills will help in business, management, and a variety of other areas where
responsibility and authority is separated amongst individuals; they must work together or
otherwise waste their energy and time.
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Elected Offices
The Associate Members elect all elected offices by hand vote or secret ballot from the Associate
Members who have been nominated and seconded as candidates for that office by the Associate
Member Class during a special meeting. The nominations and elections are customarily separated
by a week, but they may be held at the same time if the circumstances require it. At the very least
there should be an Associate Member Class President (This applies to Member Classes that are
smaller than four).
President
The President‘s job is to organize the associate member class, make sure all the associate member
officers are doing their jobs, and give reports to the Chapter regarding the progress of the
Associate Member Class. The Associate Member President, along with the Associate Member
Educator, is the main liaison between associate members and chapter members.
The President also helps with the Associate Member Class events, assisting the chairman
responsible. He is also the Chairman at all Associate Member Class meetings, running the
meetings with the help of the Secretary, and making sure that they run in an orderly and efficient
manner. The president is also required to attend most EC meetings.
Vice-President
The Vice-President will organize the Associate Member Committees and have regular meetings
with their chairmen. He will help the President organize the Associate Class events and will run
meetings in the absence of the President.
Treasurer
The Treasurer will keep track of the Associate Class accounts, and will give regular reports as to
the status of the class‘s finances. He will be in charge of collecting class fines or other payments.
The Treasurer will work with the Fundraiser Chairman in organizing events.
Secretary
The Secretary will take minutes at all Associate Member Class meetings and is responsible for
producing publishable minutes for posting, forwarding, to International Headquarters, and
presentation at the next meeting for adoption.
The Secretary is also responsible for maintaining an accurate phone list, email list, and will take
the roll at all associate member class meetings (which will be recorded in the minutes). The
Secretary assists the President with all correspondence and record keeping.
Appointed Offices
Appointment by the Associate Member Class Executive means that a chosen member of the class
has been given the responsibility and authority over a certain area of the class‘s activities. While
not elected, the appointee is still responsible to the Executive (and by extension, the class itself),
and must take his duties seriously.
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Big Brother Programming
The big brother/little brother program is an integral part of the Associate Member education
program within Delta Upsilon Fraternity. It is through this activity that our Associate Members
come to understand our beliefs and principles on a personal level. Each Associate Member will
choose an undergraduate member as his big brother. With this relationship comes much
responsibility, for both the big brother and little brother. The aim of the relationship is simple; to
provide the Associate Member with a friend and mentor that will help him toward his goal of
initiation in Delta Upsilon. The big brother will also work closely with the Associate Member
Educator to provide guidance, peer counseling and referral should his little brother experience
personal, social, financial, or academic difficulties.
Program Outline
1. Revealing night
This is when the big brothers are made known to their little brothers. The Associate Member
Educator will then outline the big brother/little brother program and expectations of each brother
in its process.
2. Scholarship
A big part of Fraternity is academics; this will also be an important function in the big brother
program. The big brother will be responsible for the following:
a. Campus tour and library tour for his little brother and himself.
b. GPA competition between Big and Little brother
 Each big/little brother team will contribute $5 to the competition
 The team with the highest GPA pockets the money
 If the Big Brother is a Co-op and his team wins the little brother pockets the money 
3. Initiation
Our Ritual is what binds us all together as brothers and the big brother will play an active role
in his little brother‘s Initiation. His duties here are threefold:
a. The week before Initiation, the big brother should explain the Ritual of
Initiation and go
through the Oath of Initiation in its entirety;
explaining what it means to the Fraternity and to himself.
b. Serve as his little brother‘s Marshall during the Ritual and participate in
all rehearsals.
c. Provide his little brother with a suitable Initiation gift.
4. Friendship
The Big Brother and Little Brother will go out and eat at least once a week to discuss the
associate member process and ensure constant communication during it. Certain points will
be given for Big Brother activities. Above all else, the Big Brother will display the friendship
that should exist between all brothers in Delta Upsilon.
Big Brother Responsibilities
1. Ensure that academics are both modeled and encouraged throughout the little brother‘s
associate member semester.
2. Witness the little brother‘s dedication to the chapter honor code. In turn, have the little brother
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witness the big brother‘s re-dedication to the chapter honor code.
3. Attend all big brother/little brother events.
4. Explain and participate actively in little brother‘s Initiation.
5.Participate in the annual evaluation and revision of the big brother/little brother program.
6. Ensure the principles of Delta Upsilon as a non-hazing Fraternity are maintained in all big
brother/little brother activities.
7. Provide for the little brother a model of the highest standards of conduct becoming of a
gentleman.
8. Ensure that Delta Upsilon‘s Four Founding Principles are translated into
meaning through action.
“There is a destiny that makes us brothers, No one goes his way alone; All that we send
into the lives of others, Comes back into our own.”
– Edwin Markham
Traditions
The Merriam - Webster dictionary defines the word "tradition" in a variety
of ways:
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an inherited, established, or customary pattern of thought, action, or behavior (as a
religious practice or a social custom)
2.
the handing down of information, beliefs, and customs by word of mouth or by example
from one generation to another without written instruction
3.
cultural continuity in social attitudes, customs, and institutions
4.
characteristic manner, method, or style
Tradition defines who we are as a society. It connects us to the past while leading us to the
future. Tradition commands us to never forget who we are and why we were founded. Tradition
is an integral part of Delta Upsilon. Some traditions, such as the values we place on non-secrecy,
non-sectarianism and non-hazing are uniquely ours. Others, such as football games, Greek Week,
and Homecoming we share with the Georgia Tech community.
We shall talk about many of these traditions in-depth soon. During your associate member
period, there are several traditions that you will be involved in. The first event is the Associate
member Pinning Ceremony, which usually
occurs the weekend after Rush. Following that you will work on your Associate member Paddle
which is your opportunity to get to know the brothers in this Fraternity better. Then there is the
Associate member Retreat. This retreat usually lasts a weekend and is an excellent chance for the
Associate members and the Brothers to get to know each other in a relaxed atmosphere away
from the Tech campus. Think of it as an orientation session, where you will get a chance to find
out how the Brothers feel about being involved in D.U., and where the
Brothers can discover your thoughts and expectations of the Fraternity. Other traditions in which
you will be heavily involved in include, tailgating at football games, paddle signatures,
Homecoming Events, Foam
Party and I-Week.
Paddles
Your big brother will take you to buy a paddle within several weeks of pledging, and you will be
expected to make it all nice and pretty. After your paddle is made you will have to have 5 alumni
and every active brother sign the back of the paddle. It is your responsibility to ask each brother
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and alumni for this signature. However, the brother can reserve the right to make you do anything
within reason to get his signature on your paddle. Most brothers will require you to have his 5
basics memorized before you can even ask for his signature. The 5 basics are as follows:
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Full Legal Name
George P. Burdell
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Hometown
Atlanta, Georgia
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Major
1.
Semester in School
1.
Girlfriend's Name (if anyone)
Chemical Engineering
5th Year Senior
Jessica from XYZ Sorority
The 5 basics are not the only thing you should know. Each brother usually has several other
questions that he will ask you. There is no limit to what a brother can ask you as long as there are
2 other brothers in the house that know the answer to his question. If 2 other brothers do not know
the answer you make tell that brother that his question is a crap question and not have to answer
it.
Making Your Paddles
Paddles may be purchased at a Greek specialty shop. However, you are encouraged to create a
paddle that represents your interests. For example, if you like tennis, your paddle may resemble a
tennis racquet; if you like music, it may resemble a guitar. You can make anything you like, but
make sure it looks nice. No signatures may be obtained until your paddle has been approved by
the Chapter. In order to be approved, the paddle must look nice and meet the following
requirements:
Front Side:
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5)
Colors blue and gold must appear
Coat of Arms of Delta Upsilon
Greek letters 'Delta' and 'Upsilon'
Your name or nickname
Year and Class (e.g. Fall 2009)
Back Side:
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10)
Colors blue and gold must appear
Seal of the Georgia Institute of Technology
Room for the signatures of all undergraduate Brothers and 5 Alumni
Your signature on the bottom line
Your Big Brother's signature on the top line
Once finished, your paddle will be presented by your Big Brother during criticism at the next
GFM for approval by the Brotherhood. Your Big Brother will submit your paddle for approval to
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the Brothers, state your basics, and then your paddle will undergo the "torque test," Where two
bad ass brothers will twist the crap out of your paddle to make sure its not a piece of crap.
If your paddle passes the torque test (you‘re lucky) you have to be responsible for the paddles
whereabouts at all times. Your paddle is safe as long as it is in one of several places. It can be in
your big brothers room/hand, your hand, or on the shelf in the chapter room. If your paddle is not
in one of those places, don‘t expect it to be where you put it last. During Initiation week, your
paddle can be taken at any time and is not safe anywhere. A brother is not allowed to run off with
your paddle is he says ―May I see your paddle?‖ If he says anything other than that, he‘s probably
trying to be a douche bag and steel it.
As a associate member class you are expected to show your appreciation of this fraternity and to
improve the house in some form or fashion. As associate members you are expected to raise
money and put form some project that builds friendships with your associate member brothers
and also puts your signature as a associate member class on this house.
Your Associate member Pin is also a way to show how much you appreciate your fraternity. As a
associate member you are only to wear our associate member pin with nice collared shirts so as to
look very presentable when showing your association with Delta Upsilon. It is not recommended
or encouraged to wear anything else other than a collared shirt with your Associate member Pin
Another tradition that the associate members are allowed to are the Associate member Pranks.
During criticism you are allowed to go into any room in the house that is not locked and may do
whatever you like to the room as long as it is not permanent. Whatever you do to the room must
be restored to its original condition by midnight. However, if you as associate members have
good pranks you are allotted associate member points for them.
The week before your Initiation (often called I-week) is also full of traditions. Normally, after
the GFM before initiation, the Associate members move into the house. This is the last time in
which your Associate member class will be together as such before initiation and is another time
of forming strong bonds between Initiates (Associate members about to initiate) and Brothers.
Brothers and Initiates alike participate in activities such as Associate member Olympics, the
Brick Hunt, and Bakers Dozen Doughnut eating contests. But nothing is meant to interfere with
your studies or conflict with your own beliefs.
A Tradition of Non-Hazing
Hazing and fraternities have been associated with one another ever since the first college
fraternity, the Kappa Alpha Society, was established at Union College in 1825. Hazing was an
important part of the membership process for many college fraternities. Fraternities argued that
having associate members endure fabricated hardships together, would develop a sense of
camaraderie among them. Hazing evolved into a tradition that all members of a fraternity were
required to endure. Every year associates were subjected to the same fabricated hardships as the
associates from the year before. Hazing was seen by the active members and alumni as an
important part of entering into their brotherhood.
It was not until the 1930‘s that college administrators became concerned enough about hazing on
their campuses to institute policies forbidding acts of hazing. Fraternities also began to implement
their own policies forbidding hazing within their Chapters. Delta Upsilon was one of the first
college fraternities to legislate internal policy forbidding hazing. The association in which Delta
Upsilon purchases liability coverage, the Fraternity Insurance Purchasing Group, has also
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established strict policy against hazing that all its members must abide by.
Hazing has no place in Delta Upsilon. Delta Upsilon International Fraternity forbids any action
taken or situation created that may cause a person to feel mental or physical discomfort,
embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Any Chapter found to be hazing may have its charter
revoked and criminal charges imposed on its members. Hazing is an archaic tradition and will not
be tolerated by Delta Upsilon International Fraternity.
The official policy on hazing that Delta Upsilon Fraternity endorses is taken from the Fraternity
Insurance Purchasing Group, FIPG.
If you wonder if you are being hazed consider the following, ―If I told my parents, my girlfriend,
a future employer, and the University President about this activity, would they be impressed or
offended?‖ Usually, if you have to wonder whether something is hazing, it probably is! If you
feel any of the programs or activities that you are asked to do and don‘t feel comfortable doing
talk to your Associate member Educator, Big Brother or someone you trust. It will be handled
immediately.
A Tradition of Non-Secrecy
In 1825 the first collegiate secret society, the Kappa Alpha Society, was formed at Union College
in Schenectady, New York. With the establishment of the Kappa Alpha Society, Union College
became the first university in North America to have a secret society on its campus, known today
as a fraternity. Shortly after the establishment of the Kappa Alpha Society other secret societies
formed at Union College, Williams College and at Hamilton College. As the membership of these
secret societies grew, chapters of the societies were established on neighboring campuses. Within
a few short years the college fraternity system was established. Originally, these secret societies
attempted to bring like-minded men together and create an environment in which these men could
grow both socially and intellectually. Unfortunately, as these secret societies grew in size and
influence, some of their principles became distorted. Their purpose changed from scholarly
pursuits to securing privileges from college administrations by electing members to influential
college offices. As a result of the manipulation of college administrations, members of secret
societies were able to receive college honors regardless of their qualifications or knowledge. In
order to keep their membership secret and prevent their activities from being revealed the secret
societies used handshakes, code words, and mysterious rituals known only to their members.
These secretive measures were taken to ensure outsiders would be unable to infiltrate their
organizations. Only select students who met specific criteria and who underwent a secret
initiation ritual were able to join these secret societies.
By the early 1830‘s both college faculty and students became very concerned with the injustices
being committed by some college fraternities. It was not until November 4, 1834 that the first
anti-secret fraternity was formed at William‘s College in Williamstown, Massachusetts. Thirty
men, all in the top ten percent of their class, came together to form a society based on merit,
honesty, and integrity. This anti-secret society was first known as the Social Fraternity; later to be
known as Delta Upsilon (1864). The original men of the Social Fraternity made public their
constitution, membership list, principles, activities, and even their rituals. Within a decade of the
first emergence of an anti-secret society, similar groups formed at Union College (1838),
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Hamilton College (1847), and Amherst College (1847).
In 1847 at the Troy Convention, the four anti-secret societies came together to form the AntiSecret Confederation. The motto of this confederation was ουδεν αδελον - Ouden Adelon or
―Nothing Secret‖. News of the new Anti-Secret Confederation, formed by the Social Fraternities
of Williams College, spread quickly among the academic community sparking interest among
students discontent with the ever-growing secret societies. This Anti-Secret Confederation
attracted such prominent men as U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen J. Field, U.S. President
James A. Garfield, American Author Stephen Crane, and U.S. Vice President Charles Hughes. In
1852 at the Burlington Convention, three additional Chapters joined the Anti-Secret
Confederation: Wesleyan College (1850), University of Vermont (1850), and Western Reserve
University (1851).
At the historic Middlebury Convention of 1864, the Anti-Secret
Confederation approved the name Delta Upsilon as its official title. The member Chapters also
adopted a unified constitution, set of principles, badge, motto, and coat of arms; all of which
remains fundamentally the same to this day. At the 1881 Convention, Delta Upsilon changed its
policy of Anti-Secrecy to Non-Secrecy. Most of the member Chapters agreed that the basic
mission of anti-secrecy had been accomplished and their point had been successfully and
dramatically proven.
Today, Delta Upsilon International Fraternity is the oldest non-secret fraternity in existence.
Upon the establishment of Delta Upsilon at Williams College in 1834, the fraternity has taken a
strong stand against secret fraternities and societies. Delta Upsilon protested the unjust and
discriminatory actions of the fraternities and societies that operated behind the shield of secrecy.
Through this protest, Delta Upsilon established the tradition of anti-secrecy and took an open and
public stand against the established secret fraternities and societies of the day. In 1881 Delta
Upsilon moved from being anti-secret to non-secret on the basis that the protest of the secret
societies was a success. Delta Upsilon openly expressed their founding principles, beliefs, and
traditions. The founding fathers of Delta Upsilon believed a man should prosper by his merit and
deeds and not because of an alliance to a clandestine secret society. The tradition of non-secrecy
remains a strong component of Delta Upsilon to this day.
―This is the spirit of Delta Upsilon, good times, fellowship, social enjoyment, the best of youth
and life charged with intense earnestness, manliness and purpose to get truly the best there is in
the world.‖ – Charles Evans Hughes, Colgate and Brown 1881
The Oath of Initiation
Associate members are not officially initiated into Delta Upsilon until they have affixed their
signature into the official Roll Book, and have recited the Oath of Initiation.
The initiation ceremony and the recitation of the Oath of Initiation is the culmination of an
individual‘s experience as an associate member. On this occasion, the individual will become
initiated into an organization of high ideals and proud traditions.
The Oath of Initiation is the formal, solemn, sacred and set statement of promise that the
individual makes to the organization, and to his brothers as witnesses. It is easy to simply repeat
back the Oath as it is administered and not pay any attention to the words that are spoken. This
should NEVER happen. When repeating this Oath, or any other promise, each word should be
listened to carefully and believed in wholeheartedly. It is a ―written-in-stone‖ agreement that
exists between the individual, the brothers, and Delta Upsilon. All initiated brothers who have
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recited the Oath, have an obligation to hold each other accountable to the words contained in the
Oath. Each individual should understand its meaning, agree with its terms, and intend to live by
it. It is a life promise that should not be taken lightly.
The Oath of Initiation of Delta Upsilon International Fraternity
I, of my own free will and accord, in the presence of God and of these
witnesses, do hereby solemnly declare that the principles of this fraternity
as they have been explained to me accord entirely with my own views; and
I solemnly promise that as a member of this Fraternity I will faithfully
adhere to those principles endeavoring in every way to perfect myself
morally, intellectually, and socially, and endeavoring also to act towards
others according to that high standard of conduct required by the Fraternity.
I solemnly promise that I will be loyal to the Delta Upsilon Fraternity and to
this Chapter, abiding by their rules, discharging my obligations to them
faithfully, and using all honorable means to promote their interests.
I solemnly promise that I will share with my brothers the duties of my
Chapter; that I will uphold and encourage them in all that is honorable and
right; that I will ever extend to each brother the right hand of sympathy; and
that at all times and in all circumstances I will endeavor to cultivate those
sentiments which should ever exist between brothers.
All this I solemnly promise upon my honor, without any equivocation,
mental reservation, or secret evasion of mind whatsoever.
Associate members from the “Ritual of Initiation,” Delta Upsilon International
Fraternity.
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The Four Founding Principles
The founding fathers of the Delta Upsilon International Fraternity decided on four founding
principles in which all brothers could strive to live by; Advancement of Justice, Diffusion of
Liberal Culture, Development of Character, and Promotion of Friendship. These four principles
act as moral pillars for Delta Upsilon. The intent of these principles is to provide structure and
guidance for the Delta Upsilon brotherhood. To this day, men of Delta Upsilon trust in these four
ideals and try to incorporate them as a foundation for their scholastic, professional, and most
importantly, their personal lives. These principles are what make the men of Delta Upsilon vital
members of society.
Advancement Of Justice
Delta Upsilon believes in being just in everything the fraternity does. Delta Upsilon is not
prejudice of race, color, creed, religion, or sexual preference. Delta Upsilon promotes mutual
respect for all members of society, therefore the practice of hazing is forbidden by the
brotherhood. Delta Upsilon believes that hazing is unjust in that it may cause another human
being to feel humiliated and substandard. Delta Upsilon has no secrets, therefore all Delta
Upsilon meetings, events, and activities are open for all to enjoy. There is no attempt to keep
others from witnessing our fraternal brotherhood. Delta Upsilon believes all people deserve to be
treated in a fair, honest, and just manner. Our motto says it all: ―Justice, Our Foundation.‖
Diffusion Of Liberal Culture
The brothers of Delta Upsilon believe in enlightening their intellect and promoting others to do
the same. In this, Delta Upsilon encourages its brotherhood to experience new and different
events, activities, arts, and people. Part of the process of establishing membership in Delta
Upsilon is looking at the diverse men on our campus communities and encouraging men from
broad cultural backgrounds to examine our brotherhood and consider becoming a member of our
fraternity. Delta Upsilon does not set criteria for membership other than ensuring those seeking
membership will strive to live by the founding principles and motto - Justice, Our Foundation.
Delta Upsilon seeks men who show both the ability and readiness to contribute towards the
International Fraternity and local Chapter hard work, personal experience, and loyalty for life. It
is a result of this tradition of membership recruitment that the brotherhood of Delta Upsilon
International Fraternity has succeeded since 1834 and is still going strong to this day.
Development Of Character
Delta Upsilon strives to produce community leaders. Delta Upsilon provides its members with
the best foundation possible to become successful, accomplished, and confident both at college
and beyond; Delta Upsilon develops leaders. All brothers have the opportunity to become leaders
within their Chapter as officers, committee members, and project chairmen. Delta Upsilon
stresses the importance of bettering oneself and becoming a leader in some aspect of society.
Furthermore, Delta Upsilon encourages all its members to get involved in academic, social,
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philanthropic, and community services. Nobel Peace Prize winner Lester B. Pearson is one
example of what the brothers of Delta Upsilon strive to become.
Promotion Of Friendship
The backbone of Delta Upsilon‘s brotherhood is friendship. When a man
joins Delta Upsilon, he will not only gain new life skills and improve
scholastically, but he will make new and lasting friendships both in his
Chapter and across North America. By encouraging brothers to work as a
team, Delta Upsilon provides a medium for lifelong friendships to be forged.
Brothers help one another achieve and succeed academically, socially, and
professionally. In Delta Upsilon, brotherhood has no boundaries! “Nothing
is to be preferred before justice.” – Socrates
Delta Upsilon Fraternity Georgia Tech Chapter Honor
Code
1.
I will respect the dignity of all persons; therefore, I will not physically, psychologically nor
sexually abuse anyone.
2.
I will respect the property rights of others; therefore, I will not abuse, nor will I tolerate the abuse
of private or chapter property.
3.
I acknowledge that a clean and attractive environment is essential to both physical and mental
health; therefore, I will work with my brothers to see that the chapter property is properly
maintained.
4.
I will not use nor support the use of illegal drugs.
5.
I will not abuse nor support the abuse of alcohol.
6.
I will pay my chapter bills on time.
7.
I will strive for academic excellence.
8.
I will confront the members of my Fraternity who are violating the Honor Code.
9.
I have discussed and fully understand the policies and principles of Delta Upsilon International
Fraternity; therefore, my actions will reflect the intent of those policies.
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Financial Responsibilities
Every Member has financial responsibilities as a condition of their membership in Delta
Upsilon. Below are the costs associated with belonging to the Fraternity. When in doubt about
your financial situation, don‘t hesitate to talk to our Treasurer.
Associate Member Fee: $90.00 per man due upon pledging, $730 due for the Fraternity meal
plan
Initiation Fee: $200.00 due upon initiation. $550 dues due to International at the time of
initiation and money for various fees
The Associate Member Fee and the Initiation Fee are one-time only fees. The Membership Fee
is an annual fee until a member becomes an alumnus. Money for various shirts, semiformal and
formal are optional
Brothers: $730 due for the Fraternity meal plan due at the first week of the semester. $825
dues, flexible payment plan available. $1750 rent for in house brothers, flexible payment plan
available. $150 House Fee for use of the house for all brothers. Money for various shirts,
semiformal and formal are optional.
There are a few fineable offenses remaining in our chapter. The acts that will incur a fine are
pulling the fire alarm in times other than an emergency, discharging fire extinguishers
unnecessarily, tampering with circuit breakers, use of fire works in the house, smoking in the
house, acting in conduct unbecoming of a brother, and for missing work assignments. If you
have a reason to contest a fine, you must submit the excuse in writing to the Executive
Committee.
Due to the rising cost of goods and services and the rate of inflation, it may be necessary, from
time to time, to raise the cost of dues, rent, or other fees as the fraternity, alumni, or Delta Upsilon
Continuum of Education sees fit. However, financial decisions such as these are generally voted
on by the fraternity as a whole and only serve to better the fraternity
It is important to realize that the Fraternity is a brotherhood and above all else we want you here;
there is always a way to work something out regarding financial issues. That being said it is
essential to the operation of the chapter that dues and rent are paid on time.
Academic Responsibilities
Let‘s get one things straight; you‘re in school to learn, to succeed
scholastically and to graduate with a degree. Nothing should get in the way
of your success at Georgia Tech. Use the Fraternity to help you succeed
scholastically, not to hinder your success. You cannot be a DU without
first being at Georgia Tech. In order to insure that the Associate members
of Delta Upsilon are staying on the right track scholastically, D.U. has set up
a big brother/little brother challenge. As mentioned earlier, each big
brother/little brother team will contribute $5 towards a pool. At the end of
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the semester the team with the highest average GPA pockets the money! If
your big brother is a Co-op student and your team wins, you the little brother
pocket the money.
As stated earlier, the ultimate goal of college is to graduate with a degree so that you may
hopefully start a successful and satisfying career. Part of your success depends on how you
perform in the classroom. Georgia Tech requires that associate member classes must have a
combined minimum cumulative GPA of 2.6 in order for their chapter not to fall on social
probation.
Most of you graduated in the top 10% of your high school class. Georgia Tech will be a true test
of your determination as well as the study habits you have in high school. It would be a smart
decision to form good study habits early in your college career. The associate member educator
will keep track of individual associate members‘ grades. Associate members must show that they
are performing well in their classes in order to initiate. In addition D.U. requires that each
member achieve at least 2.4 GPA; failure to do so would place the member (brother or associate
member) under scholastic review by the chapter's scholarship review board. A minimum of 2.4
in the last two semesters, and a 2.0 overall GPA is also required to hold any elected office in the
Fraternity.
Because grades don‘t come out until after an associate member initiates, should he initiate with a
GPA lower than a 2.4 he will be placed on academic probation for one semester.
You will find many old quizzes, notes, and tests from classes that brothers and guests have
finished online. We call this ―word‖ and you may use it to prepare for classes and upcoming
tests. Under no circumstance may our word ever re-enter the classroom. You will not learn
anything from just copying other people‘s answers, and you will cheat yourself in the end.
Academic Honesty is very important at Delta Upsilon. Cheating on a test or homework shows
ones lack of character and that is something this Fraternity will not tolerate.
Know that this Fraternity will serve as your academic support should you
need it. Many brothers have most likely taken the classes you are about to
take. Do not hesitate to ask for help; the earlier you ask for help in a subject
the better your chances are of excelling in that class.
Philanthropic Responsibility - Part of your responsibility as a D.U. is to help the world in which
you live and that's where D.U. Philanthropy comes in. The Georgia Tech Chapter's philanthropy
program is largely focused upon several regularly sponsored events as well as the traditional
Greek philanthropy events held during the year for Homecoming and Greek Weeks.
D.U. International has designated the Global Service Initiative as its partner philanthropy.
Service is essential for a couple of reasons; it is your responsibility as a
member of this Fraternity to better humankind through service. Service not
only allows one to help the community, but it also allows one to grow as an
individual. Many companies today look for applicants that have given back
to the community. At the Georgia Tech Chapter of Delta Upsilon you will
have a variety of opportunities to participate in philanthropy. However take
the time to look for philanthropic opportunities on your own. A good place
to start is www.move.gatech.edu
Unlimited Opportunities
One advantage of being a D.U. is the numerous leadership opportunities available to you. Within
the first two weeks of your Associate member Program, you will have elected from your peers
officers to lead your associate member class. These associate member officers will operate very
similarly to the Chapter‘s officers.
All in all, the ultimate goal of your time as an associate member at Delta Upsilon is to
discover the D.U. man in you. While building strong bonds of brotherhood, we also
hope to aid you develop your leadership skills, discover your potential through
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involvement inside and outside of the fraternity, and encourage a well-rounded
character showing leadership, initiative, and responsibility.
As Associate Members in this fraternity it is important to show initiative in everything
that you do. Don’t like the way the chapter currently does something? Talk to an
appropriate EC or MEC officer respectfully. At the end of this manual is a list of every
officer in this Fraternity. By week three you should have a good idea of what every
officer in this Fraternity does and what he is in charge of. Showing initiative and
responsibility is a good sign of leadership.
Responsibility – Part of becoming a Fraternity Man is owning up to what you have
done whether it is good or bad. As an Associate Member of Delta Upsilon it is important
to realize that you are indeed the face of the fraternity. Think carefully about your
actions.
Examples of Behavior that would put our Chapter in a Positive light:
 Holding the door open for a girl
 Helping someone when they need help on an assignment
 Being courteous to women 
 Always being respectful of someone senior to you by addressing them as sir or
ma’am
 Knowing when to concede on your demands and accepting someone else’s
Examples of Behavior that would put our Chapter in a Negative light:
 Speaking crudely in front of women
 Talking loudly and obscenely in public
 Public intoxication
 Picking fights with members of other fraternities
 Bullying non fraternity members
 Treating women with disrespect
The brothers of Delta Upsilon recognize that every decision is ultimately up to you and
that you are indeed your own person. That being said, every action has a consequence,
know that doing something illegal not only puts you at risk but also the whole chapter.
Represent Delta Upsilon well and proudly. We don’t want to do anything that would
bring shame, dishonesty and disrespect to our chapter.
Welcoming Guests into the Fraternity
The Fraternity house should be your second home. Whenever someone enters the house it is your
responsibility to make them feel welcome. So here are a couple of ground rules. When the
doorbell rings, as an associate member, it is your responsibility to run up to the door and answer
it. If it is a package, sign for it and place it in the mail closet. If it is a guest, ask them who they
are here to see and escort them to that brothers room. By no means necessary, should you leave a
guest unattended in the Fraternity House, not only is that rude but it is also poses a liability issue
for us. Always be courteous to every guest in the Fraternity House. Keep in mind that this guest
may have never heard of Delta Upsilon before nor met anyone from Delta Upsilon. You may be
his/her first impression. Answer any questions they may have about the Fraternity and be nice to
them so that they (God–willing) will leave with a favorable impression of the Fraternity.
Lastly but most importantly….
Always treat every brother with respect:
Realize that every brother in this fraternity has been through many experiences. While you might
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share some of those experiences with him, you might not share the vast majority of them. It is
important to respect every brothers view. One can disagree agree without being disrespectful. If
you disagree with a brother voice your opinion without disrespect. We are a diverse fraternity
with brothers coming from different walks of life. Initially it is very unlikely that you share the
views of many of the brothers in the fraternity, but keep an open mind.
Always respect what brothers say. Do not interrupt them – let them say what they have to say
and you shall have your turn.
Do not disrespect a brother‘s girlfriend. It is highly unlikely that brother will look on you
favorably once you have disrespected his girlfriend. Do not talk about his girlfriend behind his
back because I can assure you that it will get back to him. You disrespect a brother‘s girlfriend
you will be out of this Fraternity, no questions asked.
Do not spread rumors about brothers, brother‘s girlfriends, girls or anything else. Better yet do
not spread rumors. We are not a sorority rather we are gentlemen. Rather than spreading
something that you are unsure about, be responsible and approach the brother in question about it.
To keep it simple: Man Up, be the bigger person.
If you are particularly disrespectful to a brother, you will be out of this Fraternity, no questions
asked.
Finally the least favorable subject to discuss:
Should the brothers of Delta Upsilon decide that you may not be a good match for our Chapter,
one of two actions may be taken:
Hold:
If a brother has a problem with a associate member and doesn‘t feel that he is fit to
initiate at this time, he will place a Hold on that associate member. If at the time of the First
Ritual of Initiation, an associate member has holds combining to equal 10% of the Brotherhood,
then he will continue to be an associate member the next semester.
Vice President of Membership Education (Associate Member Education) –
I am here to ensure that you have a good time during your associate member process. If you need
help with anything do not hesitate to come and ask me. If you having problems at home, with
girlfriends, problems with particular brothers come talk to me right away. I may not directly
solve your problem but I will definitely listen to questions and concerns you have. I will defend
you when you are attacked unfairly by brothers who do not fully understand your situation. I am
here to educate you about Delta Upsilon and what we as a Fraternity stands for. I am also here to
help you acclimate to your first year in college. Your associate member process will be hard and
challenging and there may be times where you feel like quitting, but there is rarely anything in
life that is memorable and worth achieving that is easy.
Work hard during your associate member process; make it memorable, show initiative, don‘t
give up, get to know every brother as well as your fellow associate members, step outside the
norm, be open to new ideas, help people, treat everyone with dignity and respect.
If you do all these things you should become a fine Fraternity Gentleman
Initiation Requirements
Well, you're off--the next two months are guaranteed to change your life in one way or another.
How positive a change you make is up to you. Don't get the wrong idea that you will only be
successful if you "make it into the fraternity." You will be successful only if you discover who
you are, not how well you fit in with others. All else aside, Delta Upsilon is a fraternity of
individuals. Granted, there are other courtesies, compromises, and concessions that one must
make when dealing with other people, but that is no excuse to lose your individuality. True, a
fraternity may give you a lot of ideas and opportunities, but the best way to pay it all back is to
enrich the fraternity with a bit of your own uniqueness.
During the process of discovery, you may find that Delta Upsilon Fraternity isn't the best option
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for you. Unfortunately, it happens. But that is no cause for despair or ill-will. You can't be a part
of a fraternity or any organization if you don't whole-heartedly believe in its principals. Be true to
yourself, and you will not let yourself down in the long run.
On the other hand, the Brothers will be watching your progress and growth. We may find that
your attributes do not compliment the standards of our Fraternity. This is not necessarily a bad
thing, it simply means that you and D.U. are different entities destined towards different horizons.
After all, discovery is never a bad thing; what you do with what you discover is what determines
the success or failure of a situation.
Of course, there are certain minimum requirements that you must meet in order to become a
Brother of Delta Upsilon:
 You must demonstrate a dedication to the principles of Delta Upsilon Fraternity and an interest in
the Chapter and its activities.
 You must show a sense of responsibility toward the Chapter and the house.
 You must achieve a satisfactory on all midterm grade reports. This may be appealed to J-Board
on a case by case basis.
 Your associate member Class must successfully complete an acceptable associate member
Project.
 Your associate member Class must successfully hold an event for the chapter
 You must make an acceptable Paddle and have it signed by all active Brothers and at least five
Alumni.
 You must complete at least 6 hours of philanthropic service.
 You must make at least a 90% on the Final.
 You must maintain a minimum of a 70% average on the Quizzes.
 You must attain a minimum of 1250 points on the associate member point scale.
 You must abide by Fraternity rules, and successfully fulfill any additional requirements
established by the associate member Educator and the Chapter.
 You must have at least 75% of your brother signatures done by your final.
We wish you the best of luck on your journey to discover the D.U. Man in you.
“Character is not made in a crisis -- it is only exhibited.“
–Robert Freeman
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Week Two: The Chapter
Associate Members hold weekly meetings addressing:
 Quiz on the Previous Chapter
 Meetings where and when
 DU Chapter Constitution, Bylaws, and Chapter Expectations
 Insurance, Loss Prevention Guidelines, and Crisis Management
 Readings: The Cornerstone: Chapter 3 & all of Week Two (this section)
in the Associate Member Handbook
 Assignments: List the Pan-Hellenic Sororities and the IFC Fraternities
currently on Georgia Tech, Work on Paddle and learn Greek Alphabet
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Meetings
Brotherhood Dinner: Every Wednesday at 6:00 PM no guests allowed to
eat; meals are strictly brothers. Time for you to work on paddle signatures,
play some pool, hang out and just have a good time
General Fraternity Meeting (GFM): Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM
following dinner in the chapter room. GFM is mandatory for all associate
members; it is time for associate members to learn of business in the
fraternity.
Executive Committee Meeting (EC): Every Sunday at 7:00 PM
immediately following the Member Executive Committee meetings. It is
mandatory for the Associate Member President to attend. Members of EC
deliberate affairs of the fraternity that are vital to its operation. Any specific
officer or Fraternity matters should be addressed at EC
Member Executive Committee Meeting (MEC): Every Sunday at 6:00 PM
immediately following the Associate Member meetings. Members of MEC
are focused on the day to day operations and specific events that each MEC
member is responsible for.
Associate Member Meeting: Every Sunday at 5:00 PM – every Associate
Member is required to attend. Meetings are meant to educate Associate
Members on the history, policies and working of Delta Upsilon as well as
handle any business Associate Members might have.
All our meetings are non-secret. Feel free to bring parents, friends, rushees
or anyone interested in Delta Upsilon. Bring your professors by Fraternity
meetings, show them what we are about and I promise you they will be
impressed. Remember we are a non-secret, non-hazing, non-sectarian
(nondiscriminatory) fraternity. Be proud and embrace it.
Minutes: Every meeting (GFM, EC, MEC, and Associate Member) will
have minutes typed up by the Secretary. These minutes will be sent to you
email inbox as well as posted on the bulletin board down stairs and in the
bathrooms. It is your responsibility to read the minutes to cover anything
you have missed. It is also your responsibility to check the website for
updates at www.gtdu.org
Parliamentary Procedure Basics: See Appendix
General Information:
House Address Delta Upsilon
154 Fifth Street N.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30313-2512
Criticism: This is the second part of GFM, and associate members and guests are excused
(though by no means excluded from; anyone wishing to comment during criticism may).
We are a non-secret fraternity, however we do like to keep this part of the meeting closed
such that brothers can criticize or praise on another without being in restraint by tact or
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courtesies we must show our guests. If you want to know exactly what went on, just ask
your Big Brother or associate member Educator and they will be happy to tell you.
Critic: A brother appointed to be an outlet during criticism for issues which a brother feels
the need to the brought forth anonymously. You may tell the critic your feelings directly or
leave a note in the brother’s box who fills this office (be sure to address it to the critic such
that nothing is misunderstood).
“Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you
do it.”
-Lou Holtz, Kent State ‗58
Executive Board Structure and who are the Officers
The primary entity of Delta Upsilon is the chapter. The chapter, together with its associate members, is the foundation
and source of the fraternal experience. Although Delta Upsilon is clearly a lifetime adventure, it is in the chapter that
the adventure begins. Delta Upsilon is unique among fraternities in the confidence it reposes in its undergraduates.
Again, Delta Upsilon has been different. Each chapter of Delta Upsilon is said to be autonomous. In other words, it
governs itself, subject only to the general beliefs of the fraternity and its constitution. (When you study the International
Fraternity you will also observe that its two-house legislature is made up entirely of undergraduates on the one hand and
alumni chosen by the alumni chapter on the other; another unique feature of Delta Upsilon demonstrating its
undergraduate orientation).
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
President
The President will serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the chapter. He will be the head of the chapter's
organizational structure and as such, oversees all activities and officers of the chapter. He presides over chapter
meetings and is the official spokesman of the chapter outside the chapter. The President acts as a unifying force within
the chapter and will motivate all the members when motivation is needed. He is responsible for communications with
the alumni chapter, the college or university, community, and Fraternity Headquarters. He is ultimately responsible for
the continuing success of the chapter.
Vice President of Member Education
The Vice President of Membership Education serves on the Executive Committee and Membership Education
Committee and assumes the role of the President in the event that he is unable to perform his duties. He is responsible
for all educational (both associate member and brother) programming and activities, which promote the Fraternity's
purposes and ideals. He oversees the Membership Education Committee (MEC) whose goal is to educate and provide
members with the richest possible Fraternity experience. The members of MEC include the Secretary, Public Relations
Officer, Risk Manager, Scholarship Chair, Philanthropy Chair, Athletic Chair, and Cultural Chair.
Treasurer
The Treasurer is directly responsible for the receipt, care, and disbursement of all chapter funds. The Treasurer must
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work with the undergraduates, alumni officers, and International Fraternity to secure a sound and fiscally prudent future
for the chapter. He is responsible for keeping proper financial records within the chapter records. He must submit an
annual budget, an annual audit, and monthly financial statements to the Fraternity. When in doubt about either your
financial situation or the Fraternity‘s financial situation do not hesitate to consult the treasure immediately.
Vice President of Recruitment
He is to develop and chair the membership recruitment committee and in conjunction with the committee, and
through the efforts of the entire chapter, coordinate, plan, and implement a successful recruitment program. He is
responsible for educating the membership in the proper techniques of recruiting and for planning and directing the
chapter‘s formal, informal, and summer recruitment efforts. Being as Recruitment is essential to the survival of the
Fraternity; the Vice President of Recruitment holds a crucial role on the Executive Committee.
Member-At-Large
The Member-At-Large has the responsibility to serve as the voice of the Chapter on the Executive Committee and
take minutes of the Executive Committee, to Chair the Judicial Board, and to serve as a moderator of GFM General
Criticism. As chair of the Judicial Board, it is his responsibility to take minutes of all proceedings and to ensure that
all Members brought before the J-Board are notified of any and all decisions relating to that Member as well as
informing all officers responsible for carrying out any sanctions deemed necessary by the J-Board.
House Manager
It is the House Manager‘s responsibility to maintain the house and improve it in any means necessary. Being that the
House is integral to our fraternity, the House Manager plays an important role in ensuring the success of the fraternity
and how others see us.
MEMBERSHIP EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Chapter Secretary
The Secretary takes minutes of all official meetings of the chapter and distributes them to the alumni chapter and
Fraternity Headquarters. He keeps records for the chapter and updates the by-laws when necessary. He is also
responsible for filing required reports to Fraternity Headquarters in a timely manner.
Campus Relations Chair
His job is to plan and direct the chapter's efforts in addressing alumni, parents, Greeks, other students, faculty, and
administrators. He is responsible for all chapter publications and articles for the Fraternity magazine. He is also
responsible for coordinating any external communication with the community including press releases for upcoming
events. The Public Relations Chair also has a group of five appointed officers under him which include the
Webmaster, Publicity Officer Alumni and Parent Relations Officer, Campus Relations Officer, and IFC
Representative.
Alumni and Parent Relations Chair
He is responsible for all chapter publications and articles for the Fraternity magazine. He is also responsible for
coordinating any external communication with the community including press releases for upcoming events. The
Public Relations Chair also has a group of five appointed officers under him which include the Webmaster, Publicity
Officer Alumni and Parent Relations Officer, Campus Relations Officer, and IFC
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Risk Management and Loss Prevention Chair
The Risk Management and Loss Prevention Chair works closely with the other members of the MEC to reduce risk in
the chapter. He educates the entire membership on Fraternity policy and risk management in general. He provides
regular reports to the chapter and to the International Fraternity concerning risk reduction and ensures that the chapter
operates under guidelines established by federal, state, local, university/college, and Fraternity officials.
Scholarship Development Chair
The Vice President of Scholarship organizes the chapter's efforts to excel in scholarship. He heads the scholarship
committee, and is in charge of the study hours, chapter computers, and maintaining the test files. He also provides
academic programming for the chapter and overseas academic progress in the Fraternity.
Philanthropy Development Chair
The Philanthropy Development Chair is responsible for all philanthropic events of the Chapter. He shall work closely
with the Member Education Committee to plan at least two Chapter philanthropy events per semester.
Athletic Development Chair
The Athletic Development Chair shall be responsible for all sports events of the Chapter, to include but not limited to
all intramural, Homecoming sports events, and Greek Week sports events. In particular, Greek Week and
Homecoming are two great weeks of fun and dedication that promote bonding within the brotherhood. It is your duty
as a member of Delta Upsilon to take it upon yourself to try the very best you can to ensure the success of our
Chapter.
Cultural Development Chair
The Cultural Development Chair shall be responsible for all social events of the Chapter. He shall work closely with
the Member Education Committee to plan at least one Chapter social event and at least one Chapter cultural event per
semester as well as Semi-Formal in the fall and Formal in the spring.
During my eighty-seven years, I have witnessed a whole succession of technological revolutions. But none of
them has done away with the need for character in the individual or the ability to think.”
– Bernard M. Baruch
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Greek Alphabet
Αα - Alpha
Ββ – Beta
Γγ - Gamma
∆δ - Delta
Εε - Epsilon
Ζδ - Zeta
Ηε - Eta
Θζ - Theta
Θη - Iota
Κθ - Kappa
Λ ι- Lambda
Μµ - Mu
Νυ - Nu
Ξξ - Xi
Οο - Omicron
Ππ - Pi
Ρπ - Rho
΢ζ - Sigma
Ση - Tau
Τυ - Upsilon
Φθ - Phi
Υχ - Chi
Φψ - Psi
Ω ω - Omega
Greek Community
Through your involvement in Delta Upsilon, you have become part of a Greek community,
including many fraternities, sororities and other Greek-letter organizations. Most fraternal groups
are members of one of four membership organizations: the North-American Interfraternity
Conference, the National Panhellenic Conference, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, or the
National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations.
North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC)
Since 1909, the North-American Interfraternity Conference has been serving the men‘s college
fraternity community in Canada and the United States. Through 68 member fraternities, the NIC
represents almost 4.5 million alumni and 400,000 college students in over 5,500 chapters on more
than 800 college campuses. Delta Upsilon is a member of the North-American Interfraternity
Conference.
National Panhellenic Conference (NPC)
The National Panhellenic Conference serves as an umbrella organization for 26 inter/national
women‘s fraternities and sororities. Through the Unanimous Agreements and other resolutions
governing common areas of concern, the NPC assists collegiate Panhellenic officers in promoting
cooperation among sororities and the furtherance of women‘s fraternities and sororities as a
positive element of the higher education experience.
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
The National Pan-Hellenic Council was established in 1930 at Howard University as a national
coordinating body for the nine historically African-American fraternities and sororities that had
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evolved on American college and university campuses by that time. Blatant racism had prevented
many African-American students on historically white campuses from joining general fraternities
and sororities. The nine NPHC organizations did not then, nor do they now, restrict membership
to African-Americans.
National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO)
The National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations, Inc., arose from a series of meetings
around the country in which members of Latino fraternities and sororities discussed the need for
greater communication and unity among their organizations. NALFO groups promote and foster
positive interfraternal relations, communication, and the development of all Latino fraternal
organizations through mutual respect, leadership, honesty, professionalism, and education.
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Week Three: History
Associate Members hold weekly meetings addressing:
 Quiz on Previous Chapter
 History of Delta Upsilon Fraternity
 History of the Georgia Tech Chapter
 Alumni Relations
 Public and Sorority Relations
 Co Presenter: Public Relations Chair
 Readings: Cornerstone Chapters 4, Pages 152&153 and all of Week
Three (this section) in the Associate Member Handbook
 Learn Songs
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History of Delta Upsilon Fraternity
The Founding Fathers
On November 4, 1834, in the Freshmen Recitation Room of Old West College, a building still
standing today at Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts, 30 men quietly gathered to
discuss a new idea. The men, all earnest, hardworking gentlemen, had come to college not to have
a ―good time,‖ but to prepare for the active duties of life. They came together to discuss the
impact that ―secret‖ organizations were having on the lives of college students through the
monopoly of the student government. The result of this meeting between ten men from each of
the freshmen, sophomore, and junior classes was the creation of The Social Fraternity, the
organization that would eventually become Delta Upsilon.
The Social Fraternity devoted itself to dispelling the idea of secret societies, and promoted open
and free discussion of ideas and values. Within three years, more than two-thirds of the Williams
campus had joined The Social Fraternity to combat the unjust practices of secret societies. At the
time, the word ―social‖ had a much different meaning from today‘s vocabulary. ―Social‖ as our
founders used it meant a commitment to societal betterment through honest and unencumbered
group interaction.
Early Growth
The Social Fraternity at Williams College soon realized that it was the first collegiate group to
support the idea of anti-secrecy. However, there were other men on nearby campuses facing the
same struggle. In fact, The Equitable Union society at nearby Union College was involved in the
same challenge, but was younger than the Williams‘ Social Fraternity by a few years. In 1945,
The Equitable Union made overtures asking for cooperation and unification ―as a branch of the
Social Fraternity.‖ Soon joining Williams and Union were groups from Middlebury, Hamilton,
Amherst, Wesleyan, Western Reserve, Vermont and Colby. The early years were very impressive
in the growth and size of the Fraternity. At the Troy Convention in 1847, the chapters in
attendance voted to take the name ―The Anti-Secret Confederation.‖
Important Accomplishments
Over the years, Delta Upsilon has adapted to a changing world, and while at times, the challenge
has been difficult, the Fraternity has weathered the storms and will thrive again in the new
millennium. From the modification of the Fraternity‘s stance on secrecy to the creation of the
Delta Upsilon Educational Foundation, the years have treated DU well.
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Historical Highlights of the Georgia Tech
Chapter
Continued Effort of Alumni and club members produce first Georgia Chapter, DU‘s Diamond
Chapter
By Monroe Edwards
The air was crisp, and the chilling breeze was stripping the few remaining leaves from the
stubborn oaks that surround the administration building at Georgia Tech. Students paused to
speculate about the expected success of the football team and then hurried off to class.
An Idea is Born
Inside the picture-lined office of the Dean of Students, two men were chatting with Dean George
C. Griffin. Jay Grimes, then the General Secretary, and Rick Green, from the Atlanta Alumni,
had come to enlist the aid of Dean Griffin in establishing a chapter of Delta Upsilon at Georgia
Tech. He was for it, and suggested that some of the alumni group meet with the Faculty Advisory
Committee to discuss the means of organizing a colony.
On the 17th of November, 1955, at Dean Griffin‘s invitation, a committee consisting of
Pete Dewees, Alex Wilkie, Earl Schooley, and Rick Green met at Georgia Tech to discuss
plans for establishing a colony. Dean Griffin presented a list of students who might be interested
in becoming members of the colony. He had also given the story of the effort of the Technique,
Tech‘s student weekly newspaper.
The Technique invited anyone interested in becoming a member of the colony to contact
Walter C. Gummere for further information. A meeting time was set, but the initial drive for
membership was untimely arrival of a torrential rainstorm.
The First Meeting
However, five students met that day for what was to become the first meeting of 1834
Club at Georgia Tech. Those meeting were: Dave Tucker, Jim Gassaway, Robert Mulherin,
John Baker, and Paul Arnold. Dinner meetings continued throughout the spring quarter, and
the membership in the 1834 Club was growing.
Lots of Work
By the beginning of the Fall Quarter of 1956-57, the colony had 20 members and plans
were being made for the colony to take part in the interfraternity activities at Georgia Tech offers
competition in fund raising activities for charity, sports, scholarship, homecoming displays,
Ramblin‘ Wreck parade(a display of wrecked automobiles), and other contests. Not having a
house the 1834 Club was ineligible for the homecoming display and because of a lack of space in
which a wreck could be built, it had no Ramblin‘ Wreck entry. Members took an active part in
the fundraising campaigns, and an effort was made to enter as many of the sports as was possible.
Despite the poor overall record made in sports, there was some bring moments. For example,
when Buck James won the bicycle race, and thereby picked up the club‘s first trophy in sports.
But not all the contests were lost. Starting with the fall quarter, the club took first place
in scholarship among the fraternities at Tech. A repeat performance in the winter quarter cinched
the scholarship award for the 1834 Club for the year 1956-57.
During the 1956-57 school year the 1834 Club held meetings each week, usually
Wednesday night, at the Tech YMCA. From room 6 in the basement of the YMCA , the business
of the club was conducted, the parties planned, and most of the social activities conducted.
And the Parties
Of course there were the parties held at the Snapfinger Farms with the inimitable music
of Harmonica Jack and the House Rockers. And there was the problem of finding the way there.
Snapfinger Farm is located just outside of Atlanta. No one seems to know exactly where, and so
the party that was to start at eight o‘clock usually got underway about nine-thirty.
In the spring of 1957, the club applied to the General Fraternity for a charter. The charter
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was approved later in the spring quarter, and the installation date was set for the fall quarter of
1957. In June, Max DeArmond, who was a member of the 1834 Club then, graduated and
became the first alumnus of what was to become the Georgia Tech Chapter.
During the summer of 1957, the members of 1957, the members of the club who were in
Atlanta planned the rush season for the fall quarter. Parties were planned; letters were written to
prospective associate members; plans were made for contacting the rushees as soon as school
started and other arrangements for a successful rush season were made. Two smokers
(barbeques) were held at the homes of alumni, one at the home of PeteDewee, and the other at
D.K. Vannemaa’s. A rush girl‘s tea and a casino party were scheduled at the Decatur Women‘s
Club and the Atlanta Women‘s Club was used for an informal dance that rounded out fall rush.
The fall rush season was highly successful; thirteen rushee‘s pledged. Since the date for
the installation of the club had been set for October 26, 1957, the active membership of the club
voted to accelerate the associate member training so that the associate members could become
charter members. Associate member-master Sam Tatum carried out the accelerated program, as
the installation date grew closer.
Plans for the installation began to crystallize with the arrival of the General Secretary,
Bud Hill. Details were worked out and the final plans for the installation were made.
Anticipation of the installation was heightened with the arrival of the delegates from the General
Fraternity. On one plane from New York came Frank Miesse; joined minutes later from
another flight by Warren DuBois and Doc Jones. Orville Read had flown in earlier, and Clark
Davis was to fly in later in a private plane. Meanwhile, a rehearsal of the installation was
underway and the roll book was signed by each member. After the completion of this part of the
installation, final plans were completed for the installation proper, to take place the next morning
in the Wilby Room of the Price Gilbert Library at Georgia Tech.
The Big Day
Day came, but it was a cloudy, misty day. Last minute details were hastily taken care of,
and at 10:30 the installation began. Orville Read was Master of Ceremonies. The charge was
given by William F. Jones, with Henry A. Hoffman acting as chief examiner, and Howard K.
Dewees as Chief marshal. Prayer was offered by the chaplain, Alex Wilkie. At the end of the
installation, the right hand of fellowship was offered to each one of the 39 new brothers by the
older brothers.
Following the 10:30 installation, a luncheon was held in the ODK Room of the Bradley
Dining Hall. The Chapter was welcomed to the college by Dr. Paul Weber, Dean of Faculties,
Georgia Tech and R.P. Green of the Atlanta Alumni Club. Chapter President Dave Tucker
gave the response from the Chapter. The Toastmaster for the luncheon was D.K Vannemann.
The ceremonies were concluded with a banquet at the Peachtree Golf Club, at which
M.H Markwood was Toastmaster. The speaker at the banquet was Warren C. DuBois, who
spoke about the brotherhood and the responsibility of the brothers in and to Delta Upsilon, a most
fitting climax to a day that we at Tech will always remember.
As the banquet drew to a close the Georgia Tech Chapter had been born. The 27 th
national fraternity at Georgia Tech; and the 75th Chapter of Delta Upsilon; the Tech chapter
became the newest chapter of the oldest fraternity on campus – DU‘s Diamond Chapter!
Alumni Events and Involvement
Your membership in Delta Upsilon is not limited to your undergraduate career. As a DU, you
have many ways to remain active and involved after graduation. Below are ways that you can
make an impact on the future of Delta Upsilon.
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Alumni Chapter
No matter where you decide to live when you finish your undergraduate work, you will
automatically become a member of the Delta Upsilon Alumni Chapter at your college or
university. There are three main purposes for the Alumni Chapter: (1) to advise undergraduate
brothers and chapter officers (Advisory Board); (2) to manage and maintain chapter property
(House Corporation); (3) to continually recruit and involve talented DU alumni. With mutual
agreement, any DU brother may join and volunteer his services to any Alumni Chapter. Through
the continued involvement in Delta Upsilon, an alumnus may continue to reap the rewards of
lifetime membership.
Alumni Club
If you live in an area without a chapter of Delta Upsilon nearby, you can form an Alumni Club.
An Alumni Club is more social in purpose, although it can provide service or philanthropic
assistance to the community. Some Alumni Clubs hold monthly meetings with a speaker or
program. If you would like to join or form an Alumni Club in your community, then please
contact the International Headquarters for more information. Alumni Club start-up kits are
available.
Attend Fraternity Events
Throughout the year, DU chapters and the International Fraternity stage various events and
activities. Local chapters may appreciate your attendance at chapter meetings, alumni events, or
recruitment programs. Annual conferences and seminars are held across North America and the
Fraternity welcomes alumni participation and attendance. Find out where the next Fraternity
conference will be held by visiting www.DeltaU.org.
Career Networking
After you graduate, consider helping an undergraduate brother who may pursue the same career
path. You can serve as a resource for valuable career advice or assist with career preparation (job
interviews, resumes, contacts). When job opportunities present themselves at your place of work
(whether an internship or part-time job), recruit DUs for these positions. Distribute your phone
number, address, or e-mail for undergraduates to contact you with their questions.
Financial Assistance
As much as DU needs loyal alumni to volunteer their time, the Fraternity simply couldn‘t exist
without regular financial assistance as well. DU operates as a not-for-profit organization,
drawing financial support from undergraduate fees and alumni contributions. You will always
make an impact on the success of our Fraternity through your financial contributions to your
individual chapter, the Delta Upsilon Educational Foundation, the Fraternity magazine, your alma
mater, or to a nearby chapter.
Mentor an Undergraduate
By serving as a mentor, you can provide a meaningful and mutually rewarding experience to a
current undergraduate brother. You can keep track of Fraternity trends and programs, while
assisting and providing advice to a chapter member. This personal relationship can benefit both
the undergraduate and the alumnus, serving as an information exchange and support system.
Contact your local chapter or International Headquarters to become a mentor.
Donate Your Talents
Your knowledge, background, and skills can be a great resource to a local chapter or the
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International Fraternity. Serve as a guest speaker at a local chapter meeting, or provide career
guidance to an undergraduate brother. Serve as a faculty member at the Fraternity‘s educational
conferences. Simply contact your local chapter, or the International Headquarters and offer your
unique talent or knowledge.
Delta Upsilon International Headquarters
A constant need exists for talented brothers to fill professional roles with the
International Headquarters. Leadership Consultants, which travel across
North America and visit local chapters, are hired annually. Other
professional roles at IHQ are hired as positions are created or become vacant.
Alumni Chapter and Structure
Alumni are often the greatest resource that a chapter possesses. Unfortunately they are often
underutilized and appreciated. The chances are that for every strong successful chapter, there is
an active alumni group to match. This is not to say that a chapter cannot prosper for a few years
without alumni involvement, but to consistently succeed year in and year out an involved group
of dedicated alumni is a must.
So how does the chapter get alumni involved? The first step is to let them know what is going
on in and around the chapter. Newsletters, invitations to events, phone calls, e-mails, thank-you
cards—these are all things that will show our alumni that the chapter appreciates their
contributions, both past and present, and wants to further involve them in chapter activities.
There are three basic roles that the alumni play. These are organizing and operating the alumni
chapter, managing the chapter property as the housing corporation, and advising the chapter
through the alumni advisory board. Depending on the chapter, there may be only one or two of
these entities present and the responsibilities of the three roles may be combined or modified into
a unique system that works for each group. Regardless of how the alumni group is structured,
most alumni groups encompass all three of the roles in some fashion.
There are numerous ways to involve alumni in the operations of the chapter. Invite them to
alumni events such as initiations, alumni weekends, or a summer golf tournament. They can be a
great resource to the chapter as guest speakers for membership education events, and especially
as advisors to the undergraduate chapter's executive officers.
In most cases our alumni want to help, have the means to help, and are willing to help, but if the
chapter does not effectively communicate with the alumni chapter, they will not know how to
assist the chapter. The undergraduate chapter must accurately determine its needs, and be as
specific as possible when asking a group of alumni to donate their time, money, or experience.
To do this, ensure that the undergraduate chapter has an effective system of communication
established with alumni. This includes keeping the entire alumni chapter informed of events
through regular newsletters, and interacting with alumni through chapter events designed to
facilitate a brotherly bond. Perhaps even more important, the chapter must have frequent contact
with its alumni advisory board. The undergraduate chapter can communicate more effectively
with the entire alumni group, by using the alumni advisory board to communicate information to
other alumni in addition to having someone to bounce ideas off of, and to turn to for advice.
It is the responsibility of the alumni relations chairman to facilitate this
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communication and interaction with the alumni. Although challenging, the
task can be very rewarding as well. Seeing an alumnus become involved
with a chapter gives one a sense of how special membership is in Delta
Upsilon. Seeing someone care enough to remain involved with the chapter
years after their days as an undergraduate, can help us appreciate and attempt
to make the most of our university and DU experience.
Alumni Chapter Responsibilities
There are three responsibilities and functions of the alumni chapter: property management,
undergraduate chapter advising, and alumni involvement and fund raising. All three areas are key
to the development of strong alumni and undergraduate chapters.
Property Management
The Alumni Corporation take care of chapter property management. If you do not have an alumni
corporation it is imperative that one is formed. The Alumni Corporation will invest and protect
the undergraduate chapter's property and assets.
Chapter Advising
The key to a successful undergraduate chapter is the amount of alumni involvement in chapter
advisement. An Alumni Advising Board should be set up by the alumni chapter to assist the
undergraduate chapter officers and members.
Advisement is needed in all areas of chapter operations, including administration, finance,
Fraternity relations, member education, public relations, recruitment, and scholarship. The
advising team can be as large as needed; however, the team should not be any smaller than three
members. At best there should be one adviser for each area, to ensure that the undergraduate
chapter is using the best programming possible.
Alumni Involvement and Fundraising
Chapter fund raising is very important. Through alumni giving the undergraduate chapter will see
involvement from the alumni of the chapter. When you are initiated in Delta Upsilon, you are
initiated into a lifetime of brotherhood; your commitment and involvement in the chapter should
never end. Whether you are involved as an alumni offer, or aid in planning alumni events, or stop
by the chapter to give some suggestions on future programming ideas, your involvement will
better the undergraduate chapter.
Each undergraduate chapter chartered by the Fraternity or colony established by the Fraternity
should have an alumni chapter formed to advise, counsel, support, and encourage the
undergraduate chapter or colony in its several operations and activities. An alumni chapter
consists of all alumni members of the Fraternity initiated at the related undergraduate chapter or
that alumni chapter or any other alumni member of the Fraternity who has been elected to affiliate
with that alumni chapter by its alumni members. Every alumni member shares equally the rights
and responsibilities of his chapter.
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Georgia Tech Alumni Club
Official name: Delta Upsilon Continuum of Education
Headed by Alumni EC:
President - Rob Wheeler
Vice President - Keith Menezes
Treasurer - Raymond Woo
Secretary - Travis Glahn
Legal Advisor - Al Walters
Purpose of the Alumni Club:
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Support the undergrads in an advisory role
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Manage finances related to the chapter house (i.e., mortgage payments, taxes,
rent collection, etc.)
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Maintain and contribute to house improvement fund
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Provide a way for Alumni to stay in touch and stay connected to Delta Upsilon
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Week Four: Membership Education
Associate Members hold weekly meetings addressing:
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Member Handbook
Cliff Notes on DU
Heraldry
Four Founding Principles
Songs
Etiquette
Co Presenter:
Readings: Cornerstone Chapters 6 & all of Week Four in the Associate
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Cliff Notes on DU
1.
The three negative beliefs of Delta Upsilon are:
NON-SECRET - Delta Upsilon has no secret handshake or secret sayings or acts; it is so to
create a better environment
NON-SECTARIAN - We are not racially biased toward anyone; everybody is invited and
encouraged to rush D.U.
NON-HAZING - we do not believe in hazing, period.
2.
The four founding principles of Delta Upsilon are:
The Promotion of Friendship
The Development of Character
The Diffusion of Liberal Culture
The Advancement of Justice
3.
A brief history of Delta Upsilon (taken from Our Record ):
1834 -- Delta Upsilon founded on November 4th at Williams College in Massachusetts
1847 -- The first four chapters formed the Anti-Secret Confederation at the Troy Conference on
November 10th
1867 -- The first Fraternity magazine was published by Delta Upsilon as "Our Record"
1882 -- The Delta Upsilon "Quarterly" is published for the first time. The first seven chapters of
Delta Upsilon were: Williams, Union, Hamilton, Amherst, Western Reserve, Wesleyan, and
Vermont. Vermont, however, is no longer representative of Delta Upsilon. Colby is now used in
place of Vermont. They represent the Seven Stars on the Crest
1909 -- Delta Upsilon is incorporated
1921 -- The permanent trust fund was established providing the basis of our strong financial
organization
1984 -- Delta Upsilon celebrated its Sesquicentennial (150th) Anniversary. D.U. is the sixth
oldest American fraternity, and is much larger than the five older fraternities combined
Delta Upsilon International Headquarters is in Indianapolis, Indiana
The first president of Delta Upsilon (Williams) was Arson L. Hobart, Williams 1836
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The first D.U. to ever become a United States President was James A. Garfield, Williams
1856
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The motto of Delta Upsilon is "Dikaia Upotheke"
The translation is "Justice Our Foundation"
The Greek spelling is: 
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The Fraternity colors are Old Gold on a field of Sapphire Blue
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Other D.U. slogans are:
"A D.U. in everything and every D.U. in something"
"Once a D.U., always a D.U."
Coat of Arms and Heraldry
The Coat of Arms The Coat-of-Arms provides an illustrative means by which Delta Upsilon
tradition, structure, history, and principles can be expressed. The coat of arms is a symbol
brothers of Delta Upsilon have honored and respected since the Middlebury Convention of
1864.
A knight's badge of honor, the Coat-of-Arms it is the symbol of Delta Upsilon. Our fraternity has
its own motto, colors, slogans, and coat of arms that were designed by our founding members.
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The Fraternity’s colors are Old Gold and Sapphire Blue, which can be found on the Coat-ofArms. Below is a picture of the Coat-of-Arms and a description of the symbolism contained
within it.
The Motto. Translated as ―Justice Our Foundation‖
The gold badge, formed from a monogram of the Greek letters Delta and
Upsilon, was officially adopted in 1858 along with the official motto of Delta Upsilon, Dikaia
Upotheke - Justice, Our Foundation. This motto is inscribed in Greek across the arms of the
Upsilon. The Delta is always drawn as an isosceles triangle whose altitude is equal to its base.
This badge is only worn upright over the heart on the shirt, vest, or sweater.
The Shield of Arms
Over the past decades the shield has been used separate from the crest to exemplify Delta
Upsilon‘s commitment to the Advancement of Justice. In general the use of a shield in a coat of
arms symbolizes an organizations dedication to defending a cause or protecting a set of values. In
addition to the shield being used separately from the crest, the seven stars have come to have an
alternative meaning then originally intended by the founding fathers. In recent years the seven
stars have been used to symbolize the seven offices of a modern Chapter; this is known as the
Seven Stars System .
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The Fraternity’s Motto
Dikaia Upotheke (δικαια υποθεκε) - Justice Our Foundation. These words are the motto of Delta
Upsilon. Through this motto, the ideals of Delta Upsilon can be understood. Being a non-secret
fraternity, Delta Upsilon recognizes the true value of honesty, merit, and achievement. Delta
Upsilon believes that the only way to be a just member of society is to be an open and honest
member of society; the brotherhood of Delta Upsilon hides nothing.
∆ΘΚΑΘΑ ΤΠΟΘΕΚΕ − δηθαηα υποζεθε
Dikaia Upotheke - Justice, Our Foundation!
Four Founding Principles
The Promotion of Friendship
“Frater” is the root word in Fraternity. It simply means a brother. When you associate memberd
yourself to Delta Upsilon, you promised yourself to life-long bonds of friendship with other DUs.
Through the following objectives, you will strengthen existing relationships, deepen
communication with others, and gain an appreciation for chapter brothers, alumni brothers,
international brothers and the Fraternity.
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Objectives:
To clearly articulate the value of friendship in the Fraternity
To develop deeper relationships with others
To establish a close, personal relationship with an alumni brother
To experience a challenging and honest feedback session with another brother
To clearly articulate the value of friendship in the Fraternity
To promote interfraternalism and the concept of Greek community
To feel a stronger connection to the Fraternity and to the chapter
The Development of Character
Just as your brothers can influence you, you can help mold and build character in
others. Each person you know has the potential to affect your life. Through the
objectives associated with this principle, you will examine these questions ―What
do you believe in?‖ ―What guides and motivates your actions?‖ ―What values and
issues are important to you?‖ ―What are issues important enough to exemplify
through service, leadership, and action?‖
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Objectives:
To engage in activities which provide opportunities to identify, study,
evaluate, clarify, and adopt a coherent value system
To take a stand on an issue important to you based on your personal
values
To exemplify your personal values through meaningful community service
To identify a cause, community, or issue that has personal significance to
you and commit to working on it for the year
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 To develop personal, academic, or career goals that will help guide your
 life
The Diffusion of Liberal Culture
As the Cornerstone mentions, this principle often confuses people. To diffuse means ―to widely
spread.‖ The Diffusion of Liberal Culture simply means being open to a wide variety of
experiences. It‘s not just going to the opera or to the art museum. It‘s not just attending a
workshop on dining etiquette. It‘s about stretching yourself...trying things for the sake of
learning. It‘s about truly understanding the issues, concerns, and perspectives of others. It‘s about
opening your mind to new ideas.
Objectives:
 To engage in activities which provide opportunities to identify, study, evaluate, clarify, and adopt
a coherent value system
 To take a stand on an issue important to you based on your personal values
 To exemplify your personal values through meaningful community service
 To identify a cause, community, or issue that has personal significance to you and commit to
working on it for the year
 To develop personal, academic, or career goals that will help guide your life
The Advancement of Justice
The word ―deserving‖ comes to mind with the Advancement of Justice principle. In the
Fraternity, DUs believe in doing the right thing, not because it looks good - but because it‘s the
only fair and reasonable thing to do. Through the following objectives, you will facilitate the
Fraternity‘s principle of justice, strengthen your compassion, dedicate yourself to a cause, and act
on this commitment to citizenship.
Objectives:
 To work as an individual and within a group exhibiting empathy and compassion
 To formulate fair solutions to problems and take action
 To meet personal, familial, chapter, and societal obligations
 To understand the concepts of justice, ethics, and fairness in one‘s personal, chapter, and
vocational life
 To be prepared for service in and to society
 To confront brothers when they violate the Fraternity‘s values
Georgia Tech Stories and Traditions
George P. Burdell
George P. Burdell, Tech's long-lived mythical student, began attending class in 1927. William E.
Smith, BS '30, an Augusta, Ga., businessman created Burdell while filling out his enrollment
papers. He was amused by the idea of also completing the paperwork for George P. Butler, his
high school principal and loyal University of Georgia alumnus. But Smith lost his nerve after
writing George P. on the application and finished with Burdell, the maiden name of his best
friend's mother. By signing Burdell's name in addition to his own on all his class rolls, Smith
developed his alter ego into a "legitimate" student. He even turned in separate exam papers for
Burdell, changing the handwriting and answers enough to fool some professors into thinking
George was a real student. In 1930, Burdell received his undergraduate degree from Tech.
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During World War II, Burdell attended Harvard with a Naval unit. The Harvard registrar never
solved the case of George P. Burdell until the Naval unit left the campus. Later in England,
Burdell flew 12 missions over Europe with a B-17 crew in the Eighth Air Force before having his
career cut short when a former Tech student became operations officer and came upon his name
while reading over the combat flight logs.
In the following years, other students have picked up the task of keeping Burdell alive.
According to Tech tradition, Burdell subscribed to magazines for which he never paid, and he
harassed insurance agents by ordering policies and then disappearing into the limbo from whence
he came. He ordered furniture on mail order and had it delivered to unsuspecting fraternity houses
on a c.o.d. basis, and he wrote letters to the editor by the basketful. His frequent victims were the
society editors of the Atlanta papers. For several years, a big story appeared annually on the
society page about the big ball he had given for the young debutantes.
In the spring of 1969, the first quarter of Tech's computerized registration system, Burdell
managed to enroll in every course offered--more than 3,000 hours. Ever thirsty for knowledge,
Burdell replicated the feat in 1975 and 1980. Most recently, George's name was found in the
1995 Inaugural Program, for the inauguration of Dr. Clough, where he is listed on the "Centers"
page. George represented the prestigious "Center for Sustaining Alumni Life Long Learning" for
which he is currently serving as director.
Sideways the Dog
On March 1, 1945, a black and white, longhaired mongrel, made her appearance on campus in
after being thrown from a car in front of the Varsity. Due to her injuries sustained in the toss, the
dog walked with her head and shoulders about 15 degrees out of phase with her hindquarters.
Ever observant, Tech students named her Sideways. During her short two-year stay, Sideways
slept in a different dorm room each night and helped herself to free samples of food from the
Brittain dining hall. She would follow students to class, sleeping in boring lectures and staying
awake in the interesting ones. After accidentally eating rat poison on August 14,1947, Sideways
died by the side of the Old Infirmary Building (now the OMED offices). Her headstone can be
found on the northwest side of the Tech Tower. It was placed there on March 11, 1948.
The Ramblin Wreck
A tradition became reality in 1961 when a beautifully restored 1930 Model A Ford, resplendent in
its coat of white and gold, made its first appearance on Grant Field. That automobile became the
visualization of the tag "ramblin' wreck" that applied at various times to the student body, athletic
teams and, of course, the famous fight song.
The expression "Ramblin' Wreck" is believed to date back to the 1880s, according to an oral
history provided by a member of Tech's first graduating class, Howard D. Cutter. The song first
appeared in print in the 1908 Blueprint and subsequently was scored by Frank Roman, a version
that has become one of the most recognizable school songs in the world.
Today, both the song and the automobile are regarded as Tech traditions deeply imbued with the
spirit of the Institute's history.
The Whistle
Currently, the Tech whistle blows at five before each hour, from 6:55 a.m. to 5:55 p.m. every day.
Over the years, the whistle has been stolen numerous times.
The first whistle napping occurred around 1902 or 1903 when two rival campus factions literally
battled to determine which group would steal the whistle. After a stern warning from Dr. John
Saylor Coon, the whistle was anonymously returned the next day. A subsequent whistle napping
took place in the fall of 1905 when four students took the whistle and, fearful of punishment, kept
it hidden until 1949. The whistle was stolen again and presented to Dean George C. Griffin upon
his retirement in 1964. In 1969, outgoing Institute President Harrison presented Student
Government President Carey Brown with the whistle, which had disappeared in March.
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In the fall of 1981, the whistle was held for ransom. Some Institute personnel housed near the
whistle had complained so much about its disruptive blasts that the hourly signal was
discontinued. The student body, outraged at the loss of the reliable timekeeper and the resulting
confused schedules, kidnapped the whistle in protest and promised to return it only if it could
continue in its traditional capacity.
Long negotiations and compromises resulted in the whistle's return to duty with the duration of its
sound reduced from ten seconds to five seconds. Although the method was unorthodox, the
students of Georgia Tech successfully preserved the tradition of the whistle.
The “T”
The venerable symbol of Georgia Tech--the Administration Building Tower--is as old as the
Institute itself, dating back to 1888. Yet for all its prominence, the story behind its fabled T-E-CH letters is vague.
Judging from Blueprint photographs of the structure, a small, one-piece Tech sign was in place
atop the tower by 1918. An article in the September 22, 1920, edition of The Technique credits
the class of 1922 with lighting the sign at the end of their freshman year, 1919. According to the
article, the class "wanted to give the school something that would always show to visitors and
passersby that the spirit of Tech lived and was burning anew in the heart of every Tech man."
In the class history published in the 1922 yearbook, the same event is described with an
additional piece of information that further clouds the issue. It was noted that as freshmen, class
members lit the Tech sign "for the first time in years." Ruth Hale, archivist at Georgia Tech,
speculates that the sign may have been wired some years earlier than 1919, but not lit because of
wartime conservation measures. In any case, the class of 1922 had intended that throwing the
switch on the Tech sign become a tradition for each new freshman class.
Not until the early '50s was the sign composed of individual letters, and the lights changed from
incandescent bulbs to neon. And from that change grew another tradition - stealing the T. The
feat has been accomplished many times over the years. Purloined T's have been presented to
Tech presidents, professors and coaches, most of whom good-naturedly accept the gift, then
return it to its rightful place.
It has been said that the coolest thing you could do in your time at Tech is steal the T. Nothing
will get you as much notoriety. The letters are 5 feet tall. Recently, the sign was wired to an
alarm system. And so far, the T still burns bright. So far...
Rose Bowl Field
Head football coach William Alexander took Georgia Tech to its only Rose Bowl appearance
versus California in 1929. That Rose Bowl is remembered for one of the most the bizarre
moments in sports history. With the scored tied at 0-0, Georgia Tech fumbled the ball in to the
arms of California‘s Roy ―Wrong Way‖ Reigels. Reigels, confused, started to run the in the
wrong direction--toward California‘s goal. Reigles‘s teammate stopped him soon enough to give
California the ball on their one-yard line where Tech later blocked a punt out of the end zone for
two points. The game ended with Tech on top 8-7 and the 1928 National Champions. The
proceeds from the victory were later used to purchase a tract of land between Fifth and Eighth
Streets, known as Rose Bowl Field. Soon after the 1929 Rose Bowl a 400-pound black bear
named Bruin became a well-known fixture around Georgia Tech. The bear, owned by Stumpy
Thomason a legendary Tech halfback, was described by Dean of Students Emeritus George C.
Griffin as ‖smart as most Tech students with all the bad habits of modern youth.‖ The bear lived
under the East stands at Grant Field during the winter and occasionally broke loose to wander
campus and strike fear into local Atlantans. The bear drank beer and Coca-Cola, accompanied
the football team on out-of-town trips, and rode in back of Stumpy‘s car all year long. After a
few years on campus, the bear was later given to a zoo in Canada.
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Heisman’s Finest Hour
Tech‘s first full-time football coach John Heisman‘s (of the Heisman Trophy fame) most
memorable victory in the history of the school occurred on October 7, 1916. Against
Cumberland College, the Yellow Jackets scored 32 touchdowns and 30 extra points in less than
50 minutes of play. The end score, 222 - 0, is the most points scored by any team in the history
of collegiate football. Heisman was embarrassed by Cumberland College the previous year in a
22-0 loss in baseball and Heisman wanted a little revenge. He told his first 2 nd and 3rd strings that
whoever scored the most points, they would get a steak dinner and a cigar. After the game he took
the entire team out for a steak dinner and cigar.
Midnight Madness
Starting at midnight on the Sunday of Finals Week and continuing until Thursday night, the
anguished screams of many Tech freshmen can be heard echoing across East Campus. The
screams, usually accompanied by fireworks, mud wrestling, and the occasional streaker, are how
Tech students vent some frustration while trying to cram for that final.
RAT Rules
In the 50s, a freshman could have a ―T‖ haircut administered for violating
one of the Rat Rules, such as not wearing his rat cap when outdoors or
missing a pep rally. The rat cap originated with ANAK in 1915. The term
"rat" originally meant first-year military students but gradually came to
include all freshmen. The rat rules were dropped in 1962.In keeping with this
tradition, freshmen members of the Georgia Tech Band wear their rat caps to
all band events.
Homecoming occurs near the middle of fall semester. Homecoming Week consists of many
events and activities designed to promote camaraderie through competition. Some of the major
events are:
 Display: "Pomping" a wood- and chicken wire- framed scene that fits in with that year's
Homecoming theme
 Freshman Cake Race: All freshmen are invited to participate in a running race around
campus
 Mock Rock: Georgia Tech's annual lip-sync contest...be ready, nothing is held sacred...
 Wreck Parade: Consists of three classes: contraptions, fixed bodies, and classic cars.
Each contraption is created by an organization competing on the levels of originality of
movement and successful completion of the course. Fixed bodies are similar to floats. More
successful fixed bodies usually incorporate the Homecoming theme with moving parts. The
classic car portion of the race is a showcase of antique collector‘s cars.
Many other activities take place over the course of the week, climaxing with the Homecoming
Football game on Saturday and our "Hung-It-Up" football game (Undergraduates versus
Alumni) on Sunday.
Fall semester also holds another event focused much on our Alumni called Founder's Day. This
is held as close to the anniversary of our Chapter's founding (October 26, 1957) as possible. This
is usually a good time to also meet Alumni as well as at football games and parties.
Spring semester has basketball to offer. With many more games than football, basketball offers
many opportunities to see the team play. Being in the ACC, Tech also plays some of the best
teams in the nation!
Early spring semester is also the traditional time for fraternities and sororities to hold their
annual formals. Delta Upsilon usually holds its formal near the end of spring semester.
Although intramurals take place year-round, spring semester is a good time to participate due to
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the overall drop in levels of other activities around campus. We have traditionally been strong
contenders in soccer and often pull together an indoor team as well for practice and fun
competition within the brotherhood.
Spring semester offers "Tech Baseball." Consistently ranked in the top 5, Tech's baseball
program is one of the best in the nation. Enjoy the games just down the street from the house in
Chandler Stadium.
Spring also marks the coming of Greek Week. Similar to Homecoming Week, Greek Week
offers a chance for bonding through friendly competition. Many activities occur during the week,
including:
 D.U. Olympus Derby: Our very own event, a race down the hill on Bobby Dodd
Way in Derby Cars
 Greek Sing: Fraternities and sororities showcase their talents through bands,
dance groups, skits, etc.
 Tug-O-War: The great event centered around a deep mud puddle
There is a Greek Week Banquet at the conclusion of the week, and the top fraternities and
sororities on campus for the past year are honored.
For the most part, you will be busiest during fall and spring semesters because there is so
much going on around campus. You are strongly encouraged to participate in as many
events as you can, so it is a good idea to make sure you're caught up with your studies
early and keep them
Fraternity and Georgia Tech Songs
Songs are an important and necessary part of fraternal life. We show our pride for our Fraternity and our
community. Through the songs we sing and it is important to learn the words and tunes of the many songs our
Brothers have passed on to you.
To Hell With Georgia
(Sung to the tune of the UGA fight song)
Mine eyes have seen the glory of the stompin' of the Dogs.
We will make those poor, dumb farm boys wish
they'd stuck to slopping hogs.
As the Jackets triumph on the field, we'll raise this mighty cheer:
"We'll do the same next year!"
CHORUS
To hell, to hell, to hell with Georgia;
To hell, to hell, to hell with Georgia;
To hell, to hell, to hell with Georgia;
The Cesspool of the South!
On the field between the hedges there was born a mighty stench.
In the Dog machine the Engineers will throw a monkey wrench.
When the Jackets are triumphant, we will raise a mighty yell:
"Them Dogs can go to hell!"
REPEAT CHORUS
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The Ramblin' Wreck
I'm a Ramblin' Wreck from Georgia Tech and a hell of an engineer;
A helluva, helluva, helluva, helluva, hell of an engineer.
Like all the jolly good fellows,
I drink my whiskey clear.
I'm a Ramblin' Wreck from Georgia Tech and a hell of an engineer.
Oh, if I had a daughter, sir, I'd dress her in white and gold,
And put her on the campus to cheer the brave and bold.
But if I had a son, sir,
I'll tell you what he'd do:
He would yell "To Hell with Georgia!!!" like his daddy used to do.
Oh, I wish I had a barrel of rum and sugar three-thousand pounds,
A college bell to put it in and a clapper to stir it 'round.
I'd drink to all good fellows
Who come from far and near:
I'm a ramblin', gamblin', hell of an engineer!
Up With the White and Gold
Oh, well it's up with the White and Gold,
Down with the red and black.
Georgia Tech is out for a victory.
We'll drop our battle-ax on Georgia's head;
When we meet her,
Our team is sure to beat her.
Down on the farm there will be no sound,
'Till the bow-wows rip through the air.
When the battle is over Georgia's team will be found
With the Yellow Jackets swarming 'round!
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Hail, Delta Upsilon
Hail, Delta Upsilon! Brotherhood glorious!
Justice thy cornerstone, true manhood thy goal;
O‘er all thine enemies forever victorious,
Hail, Delta Upsilon, eternal Soul!
Reared in adversity, so shalt thou never
Let from thy altars die the life giving flame;
Hands gripped in loving clasp, all brothers forever,
Each to the other true, and ever the same.
Hail, Delta Upsilon! When thou hast brought us
Down to the close of life in light and in truth,
May we our brothers teach the best thou hast taught us,
Hail, Delta Upsilon! Best guide of Youth!
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Delta Upsilon Ode
Dikaia ‗Upotheke, hail! The emblem that we
Love, We sing thy praise in accents loud, All
Other songs above. We love the meaning
Of thy words That ring so clear and true. We
Bless the tie that binds, all hail! Beloved Delta
U! Beloved Delta U!
Fling wide the banner, let it wave, And to the world be
Known, That Justice unto Truth is wed, D.
U.‘s foundation stone. Unfurl upon the
Breeze its folds Arrayed in gold and blue; EmBlazoned in our hearts, we sing Beloved Delta
U! Beloved Delta U!
Then let us all to Delta U, And her fair precepts
Hold, Add lustre to her cherished fame, All
Loyal sons enrolled! No matter where, o‘er
Land or sea, Our hearts once more renew The
Associate member of brotherhood, all hail! Beloved Delta
U! Beloved Delta U!
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Etiquette
“Which fork do I use?” “Who do I introduce first?” “What does „semi-formal attire‟ mean?” “How do I start and
end a letter to another DU member?”
Much of your success in life, whether it be personal, social or professional, depends greatly on how well you get
along with others. Therefore, it is important to learn as much as you possibly can about the way that society expects
you to behave in a variety of situations and circumstances. Some quick tips on proper etiquette can be found below.
More information can be found in The Cornerstone.
Introducing People
ALWAYS do it – whether you have forgotten names or proper procedure.
General Rule: Always introduce a junior person to a senior person –
younger to older, brother to peer, non-official person to official person. If rank is equal – ladies first. Introduce
someone by their full name and continue to use that name unless asked otherwise (―You can call me Jim.‖).
Shaking Hands A firm handshake can say a lot about a person. General Rule: Your grip should be firm, but not
overpowering. You should always stand to shake hands. Don‘t hesitate to extend your hand to say ―hello‖ – unless
you are greeting a woman. Allow her to extend you her hand first.
Guests in the House
When a guest enters the chapter house, he or she should be greeted promptly and, in a very polite way, it should be
determined who they are and how you can help them. A simple, ―Hello, may I help you with something?‖ will do.
General Rules: Anyone entering the house deserves the same respect and courtesy you would show in your
own home. No one should be allowed to wander the house alone.
Respect for Women
Although times can change regarding proper manners, it is still important that you show proper respect for women.
General Rules: When a woman enters a room for the first time, all men should rise to greet her. At the
dinner table, a woman should be shown to her chair before any men take their seats. Men should also rise any
time she leaves or returns to the table. It is still fashionable to open and close the door when a woman is entering
or leaving a room or car.
Correspondence
When addressing a formal letter, always use a person‘s full name and any titles that he or she may possess – both in
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the letter and on the envelope. Never use a person‘s first name unless you are on a first name basis with them. Be
sure to include the date the letter was written and your return address. When someone has given you a gift or an
honor, it is appropriate to send a note of appreciation. It should express a brief mention of the kindness (money,
time, effort, and honor) and what the gift means to you.
When addressing a fellow DU, the salutation is ―Dear Brother _____,‖ and the closing is ―Fraternally,‖ or
Fraternally Yours,‖ or ―Dikaia.‖
Men’s Apparel
Shirts – Both button-down collar shirts and plain-point collar shirts are fine for either business or leisurewear. Ties –
Ties should be of good fabric with a well-designed pattern and color. A tie should include the color of the shirt, the
color of the coat, the color of the pants (if different), and may include a fourth complimentary color. Shoes – Brown
shoes are worn with tweed, beiges, khakis, browns and some gray families. Black shoes are worn with dark blue,
dark gray (charcoal), and black suits. Loafers, athletic shoes, and white-colored shoes are considered informal and
inappropriate for conservative businesses. Socks – Dark blue or black socks can be worn with most suits. For
khakis, find a matching shade in the sock. They should be long enough that a man‘s leg does not show when he is
seated or his legs are crossed. Informal Wear – The sport coat or blazer is the classic garb for informal occasions. If
the jacket is a solid neutral color (such as navy), it can be set with most any colored shirt and tie, as well as slacks.
Formal Wear – When an invitation reads ―Black Tie,‖ it means both men and women should come in formal dress.
This usually means a tuxedo jacket with matching pants. Black is the best color for the suit and black shoes (wellpolished without any decoration) should also be worn. Blazers/Suit Coats – On a single-breasted suit coat or blazer,
all but the bottom button should be buttoned. When seated, you may unbutton the coat, but should not remove it.
Dining Etiquette
Let the host direct you to your seat and be sure to wait for all ladies to be seated. Food is served from the left and
removed from the right – ladies and guests should be served first. General Rule: Silverware is placed in order and
should be used from outside to inside. When in doubt, watch the host/hostess and follow their lead. The napkin
should remain on your lap until you have finished the entire meal – never place it on the plate or on your seat.
Taste the food before you add salt or pepper out of courtesy for the chef.
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Week Five: Chapter Operations
Associate Members hold weekly meetings addressing:
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Quiz on the Previous Chapter
Public Relations
Service and Philanthropy
Boys & Girls Clubs Partnership
Campus Resources
Readings: All of Week Five (this section) in the Associate Member Handbook
Co Presenter: Philanthropy Development Chair
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Public Relations
Public Relations encompasses many different areas of chapter operations. These include Alumni Relations, Campus
Relations, Parent Relations, Human Service, Media Relations, and Faculty Relations.
Service and Philanthropy
Philanthropy
An event or activity that involves the transfer or donation of goods, funds or other capital to a non-profit group or
organization. There is little to no direct personal contact with those who will benefit from the work.
Community Service
Projects that meet human welfare, educational, public safety or environmental needs. We often participate in Tech
Beautification Day, Hands on Atlanta, Habitat for Humanity and various other organizations.
Volunteerism
Activities that a person participates in without compensation or monetary benefit. All activities will directly or
indirectly support the activities of the non-profit organization. There is greater opportunity for direct contact with the
people who will benefit from the service.
Volunteering your time is easy to do and doesn’t require money or fundraising. Service projects provide a
greater impact on the individual - both the person who is receiving the service, and the person who is
providing it. In addition, there is a greater likelihood that someone will participate again in a volunteer
project, compared to a philanthropy event.
Chapter Dues Structure, Financial Due Dates
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Dues and Rent are paid using the Omega Fi online service. This service allows the Treasurer to
ensure that everyone is paying their dues in a timely fashion.
Remember the Treasurer is your brother and your friend; always consult him first when you
have financial difficulty. The earlier the better.
www.omegafi.com
Chapter Excellence Plan and the CEP Report
The Chapter Excellence Plan was developed in 1995 as a tool to guide chapters towards excellence. It was created
with six elements to ensure that a chapter was utilizing and employing every opportunity to make itself an excellent
chapter.
Each of the six elements, Mandatory Chapter Standards, Standards of Excellence, The Awards Program, Chapter
Mentoring, Accreditation and Alumni Advisory Board were developed by and for the undergraduate chapter.
The Undergraduate Advisory Board developed the Mandatory Chapter Standards, and the Standards of
Excellence, and the remaining elements were developed in conjunction with the Board of Directors and the
Undergraduate Advisory Board.
This program has been in place since 1995, and for the first three years of its existence, was a secondary
program that was seldom used.
The Chapter Excellence Plan and Alcohol-Free Housing
During the 1996-1997 school year, two high-profile deaths in fraternity houses, (LSU and MIT) created an urgent
need in the North American Fraternity Movement to focus on a solution to alcohol related problems in chapter
houses.
As part of this movement, Delta Upsilon commissioned a group of undergraduates, alumni, fraternity staff members,
and several people outside of Delta Upsilon to investigate the idea and the feasibility of Fraternity-wide AlcoholFree Housing.
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The McQuaid Commission was named for its chair, then President of Delta Upsilon Fraternity, James McQuaid,
Chicago ‟60. The McQuaid Commission presented the findings of its yearlong study at the 1998 Leadership
Institute in Jacksonville, FL.
The commission‘s study proposed that alcohol was an obstacle to Delta Upsilon Chapters attaining excellence. As a
result, Alcohol-Free Housing could be a valuable step in improving the overall excellence of Delta Upsilon chapters.
The Undergraduate Convention, the chief legislative body of the Fraternity, determined that Alcohol-Free Housing
was not a solution for all Delta Upsilon Chapters. The Convention agreed that alcohol abuse might play a significant
role in those chapters that were not achieving their full potential. The Convention proposed that chapters must
exhibit their commitment to chapter excellence. In those cases where alcohol abuse contributed to poor chapter
performance, the Convention suggested that the Fraternity mandate Alcohol-Free Housing.
The CEP has been an everyday part of Delta Upsilon chapter operations since the 1999 Spring Term, where chapters
could voluntarily submit a report outlining the Chapter Excellence Plan.
Members of undergraduate chapters developed the Chapter Excellence Plan, and its companion CEP Guidebook, for
undergraduates. The CEP is used today as a tool for the officers, members and alumni to quickly review and selfassess chapter performance.
It is also a tool by which the alumni, staff, and Board of Directors can evaluate and develop plans to address
Fraternity wide and even chapter specific assistance strategies.
The Chapter Excellence Plan is used to help determine what chapters need help, and what kind of help they need.
The Fraternity is determined to ensure that all chapters are doing what is necessary to help each chapter reach its
ultimate potential.
Campus Resources
There are a wide variety of tutoring resources as well as career counseling at Georgia Tech:
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OMED: Office of Minority Education really available to all tech students‘ not just minorities.
Located on Cherry Street
Freshman Experience: Tutors available to every freshman living in Freshman Experience dorms
Library: open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. A great place to study, read, scans notes in or just
review material in between classes.
One on One Tutoring: available at the Instructional Center by Appointment
Don‘t forget to ask brothers for help; most of us have taken classes you have and can probably
help you
More resources can be found at www.success.gatech.edu
“Let us not say, every man is the architect of his own fortune; but let us say, every man is the architect of his own
character.”
– George D. Boardman
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Week Six: The International Fraternity Structure
Associate Members hold weekly meetings addressing:
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Delta Upsilon International Fraternity Constitution and By-Laws
Assembly of Trustees and the Undergraduate Convention
Provincial Structure, Chapters, and Colonies
The Board of Directors, DUEF Trustees, UGAB and Province Governors
The International Headquarters and the Educational Foundation
The Delta Upsilon Quarterly
Conferences
Readings: Cornerstone Chapter 5 & all of Week Six in the Associate Member Handbook
Co Presenter: President
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The International Structure of Delta Upsilon
Fraternity Organizational Overview
Like any society or organization, Delta Upsilon has a ―Management Structure‖ both at the international level and
local Chapter level. The basic bodies that administrate Delta Upsilon International Fraternity are the Undergraduate
Convention, Assembly of Trustees, the Board of Directors, Committees of the Board of Directors, and the
Undergraduate Advisory Board. Together these bodies oversee the running of Delta Upsilon International Fraternity
and ensure the Fraternity continues to promote its founding principles and motto.
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Because Delta Upsilon has a bicameral government, legislative authority of the Fraternity is shared jointly by the
Convention (undergraduate) and the Assembly of Trustees (alumni). They have the full power to adopt, amend, or
repeal the Fraternity's laws and to do all things necessary and proper to carry out the operations of the Fraternity. No
action becomes law until both the Convention and the Assembly of Trustees have approved it, unless otherwise
provided by the Fraternity's laws.
The Convention
The Convention is the undergraduate legislative body, which meets annually at such date, time, and place as the
Board of Directors may determine (usually at the Leadership Institute held each summer). The Convention consists
of one delegate from each undergraduate chapter that is in good standing with the Fraternity. Each undergraduate
chapter selects its delegate to the convention provided that the delegate is an undergraduate member of the Fraternity
and that chapter.
The Assembly of Trustees
The Assembly of Trustees is the alumni legislative body of the Fraternity. They meet annually at such date, time,
and place as the Board of Directors may determine (usually at the Leadership Institute held each summer). The
Assembly of Trustees consists of one trustee from each alumni chapter of a related undergraduate chapter that is in
good standing with the Fraternity. Each alumni chapter selects its trustee to the Assembly of Trustees provided that
such trustee shall be an alumni member of the Fraternity and that alumni chapter. In the event that any alumni
chapter does not select a trustee or the trustee is unable to attend the Assembly of Trustees, the Board of Directors
may appoint an interim trustee to represent that alumni chapter.
The Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is responsible for the executive and administrative authority of the
Fraternity. The Board of Directors manages the affairs of the Fraternity and reports to the
Assembly of Trustees.
The Board of Directors of the Fraternity consists of an odd number of members numbering from 9 to 21, as fixed in
the Fraternity's by-laws. The Board of Directors consists of the officers of the Fraternity elected annually by the
Assembly of Trustees, three undergraduate directors, when the directors on the board number 15 or more, or two
undergraduate directors when the directors on the board number fewer than 15, elected annually by and from the
Undergraduate Advisory Board for a term of one year, and the other directors elected by the Assembly of Trustees
for staggered terms of two years.
Committees Of The Board of Directors
There are twelve committees that provide guidance for the Board of Directors. Membership is comprised of both
alumni and undergraduate representatives. These committees are: Alumni Advisor Committee, Alumni Awards
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Committee, Audit Committee, Communications Committee, Educational Conferences Committee, Educational
Programs Committee, Housing Committee, Joint Development Committee, Loss Prevention Committee,
Membership Recruitment & Expansion Committee, Nominating Committee, and Standards Committee.
The Board of Trustees
The Delta Upsilon Educational Foundation is run by a Board of Trustees that are elected to a three-year term. The
Trustees are responsible for insuring that the various educational programs of the Fraternity are within IRS
guidelines for tax-exempt organizations. The Trustees are also responsible for maximizing the funds available for the
International Fraternity's education programs, providing for the long-term financial stability of the Brotherhood
through their assistance in fundraising, and promoting lifetime involvement and communication between all DU
brothers.
The Undergraduate Advisory Board
Delta Upsilon divides its chapters and colonies into 13 geographical provinces. The Undergraduate Advisory Board
(UGAB) consists of one undergraduate member from each province elected annually by the undergraduate chapters
in that province and one undergraduate member from the Canadian Conference, elected annually by the
undergraduate chapters in Canada.
The purpose of the UGAB is to serve as representatives for the chapters in the province from which they are elected.
The UGAB‘s responsibilities include advising the Board of Directors on matters of importance to the undergraduate
members and the undergraduate chapters and colonies, electing from its members the undergraduate directors and
officers of the Convention, and approving concurrently with the Board of Directors the amount of any fees, dues,
and assessments.
When issues arise in the Fraternity, the UGAB has the unique ability to influence the outcome. Since Delta Upsilon
has a bicameral legislation, the undergraduates have a voice. The UGAB serves to represent that voice. Another
responsibility of the UGAB member is to preside over that province‘s meeting at the Leadership Institute. The final
responsibility is to organize and execute a Regional Leadership Seminar (RLS). The RLS is designed to unite the
chapters of the province and share successful ideas, programs, and techniques to better the Fraternity.
Province Governors
The province governors program was during the 2002-2003 academic year. Province governors are alumni
volunteers appointed by the Chairman of the Board of Directors to serve for a two-year term. Their purpose is to
encourage and promote alumni support of the undergraduate chapters and colonies, alumni chapters, and the
fraternity as a whole. Province governors report to the Board of Directors on the status of the undergraduate
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chapters, colonies, and Alumni groups.
The Educational Foundation
The Delta Upsilon Educational Foundation (DUEF) is a charitable and educational entity founded in 1949 by
Brother Hugh Nesbitt, Ohio State ‘14. The purpose of the Foundation is to advance the educational programs for
undergraduate members of Delta Upsilon International Fraternity (DUIF). The Foundation‘s primary focus is on
providing annual grants to DUIF for programs such as the Leadership Institute, and Winter Educational Conference.
Today, the Foundation is positioning itself to reach all of our young brothers, with unique personal development
leadership education programs, scholarships and educational resources.
History of the Board of Trustees and the Foundation
When a small group of alumni brothers formed the Foundation's first Board of Trustees in the late autumn of 1949,
they saw an opportunity to assist the Fraternity by providing scholarships to individual brothers. At the time, the
leadership education component of Delta Upsilon's annual "Convention" had just been introduced.
Through the 1950's, however, undergraduates were increasingly interested in the leadership training segments of the
Convention. As a result, the "Leadership Conference" was expanded and took on increasing importance and
visibility among brothers who attended the summer gathering.
By the mid-1960's, the Board of Trustees realized that the Foundation could impact a greater number of brothers if
more resources were channeled to the Leadership Conference. Thus, the Foundation started to redirect its grants,
providing the majority of its resources to the International Fraternity, which was (and is) responsible for creating the
educational programs and services for the brotherhood.
Over the past decade especially, the appetite for leadership support and education has only increased among our
student-brothers. Beyond the annual Leadership Conference (now known as the Leadership Institute), the
Foundation currently supports a variety of additional programs - described on the following pages - that reach our
brothers with a level of instruction and breadth of peer interaction that is unavailable to them on campus.
The Foundation's greatest challenge for the future is to expand its endowment and base of resources to meet the
educational needs that our colleges and universities cannot. Tax-deductible contributions, gifts and bequests from
alumni and friends of DU will determine the extent to which the Foundation can continue to change the lives of
tomorrow's leaders.
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The Educational Foundation’s Annual Campaign
In order to promote the financial stability of Delta Upsilon the Educational Foundation runs an annual brotherhood
campaign. Undergraduates who give to the campaign become members of the Oak Circle, which is a recognition
program for undergraduates who give at least $18.34 to the Foundation.
The Convention Bannerette has become the symbol of the Oak Circle.
Conferences
Leadership Institute
With its modest roots in the DU Convention of 1948, the Leadership Institute has grown today to attract nearly 400
undergraduate and alumni attendees each summer. Task-oriented seminars for specific chapter offices are presented,
though they are complimented by interactive sessions on everything from building ethical and effective teams, to
confronting and resolving conflicts.
Delta Upsilon's non-secret ritual is also on display, as several associate members from a variety of chapters take the
oath of initiation as part of each Institute program.
The bicameral legislative model upon which the United States government is based, is emulated during the
Leadership Institute, as undergraduates consider fraternity policy and constitutional issues at the Undergraduate
Convention. Alumni do the same at the Assembly of Trustees.
Winter Educational Conference
The Winter Educational Conference is the title given to the conference that Delta Upsilon offers each January. It is at
this conference that the President‘s Academy and Recruitment Symposium occur. Conferences at WEC include
President‘s Academy, Recruitment Symposium, and Delta Upsilon Emerging Leaders Program
Regional Leadership Seminars
The Regional Leadership Seminars (RLS) are conducted each year in the spring. They are conducted by the
Undergraduate Advisory Board representatives in their respective provinces and are designed to unite the Chapters
within the Province on current issues. Further, RLS serves as an educational forum and a meeting place for
Brothers.
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Week Seven: Recruitment
Associate Members hold weekly meetings addressing:
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The Importance of Recruitment
Recruitment Techniques
The Brother‘s Role in Recruitment
Readings: All of Week Seven Associate Member‘s Handbook
Co Presenter: VP of Recruitment
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The Importance of Recruitment
Recruitment
It is by no accident that you were invited to join Delta Upsilon. Inviting members to join the Fraternity is part of a
process called recruitment. Delta Upsilon cannot exist without its members; therefore recruitment is the lifeblood of
the fraternity. Each member has an obligation to be involved in the recruitment process, and you are no exception.
One of the Four Founding Principles is the Promotion of Friendship, and nothing exemplifies that principle more
than recruitment. Recruitment is the way that men are exposed to the values and Principles of Delta Upsilon. If done
properly, recruitment will ensure lasting excellence in your chapter.
In its simplest terms, recruitment is merely making new friends. It relies on interpersonal interaction, communication
skills, and sincerity. These are all qualities of the true DU gentleman. Most people join fraternities because the
members made them feel welcome. Therefore, you have a duty as a DU man to make people feel welcome in your
college home.
Recruitment is 365 Days a Year
Recruitment is a constant process, continually happening. It is not a two-week period at the beginning of the
academic term. It is not making a great t - shirt. It is not painting an elaborate sign. Recruitment goes on every day of
the year, in any environment by all brothers. You cannot put a time limit or physical constraint on sharing the true
meaning of Delta Upsilon. Every interaction that you have with somebody is a form of recruitment, simply making a
friend. Whenever you encounter somebody you have not met, the recruitment process begins. It all depends on you
and your initiative to share Delta Upsilon.
The Chapter’s Recruitment Program and Recruitment Calendar
Every Chapter recruits differently, every member recruits differently. Now, the Chapter‘s Vice President of
Recruitment will cover some of the specific recruitment events the Chapter sponsors and participates in as well as
the method the Chapter uses to recruit new members and the goals for recruitment for the coming year.
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Recruitment Techniques
The Recruitment Process
There are five simple steps to recruitment that follow a natural process. If followed correctly, you will discover that
the men you invite to become members of your chapter already believe in the principals of Delta Upsilon. Do not
recruit associate members, recruit future brothers. The preamble of the Delta Upsilon Constitution states, ―The only
superiority we acknowledge is the superiority of merit.‖ The 5 steps of recruitment are designed to seek out and find
those men of merit.
Step 1: Meet Him As stated earlier, the success of recruitment relies on you. You must take initiative and empower
yourself to make the first move. You have to be the one to initiate contact. A simple rule to live by is this: if you see
someone you have not met, be the first to introduce yourself. It does not matter if you are at the chapter house or in
class, if you are alone or with a friend. Be the first to be friendly and you will make a friend. Not only does this
establish your own confidence, you have just made that person feel comfortable. If somebody feels comfortable
around you and around your chapter, he will join.
The introduction is simple and easy. The more you do it, the more comfortable you will feel. Simply say, ―Hello, my
name is Joshua. What is your name?‖ If you are shaking hands, do not let go until you say and repeat his name and
you get it right. Do not go forward with the conversation until you repeat his name and he corrects you.
Step 2: Make Him A Friend As you learned earlier, recruitment is simply making a friend. After you take the
initiative to meet the person, the next step is to start a conversation. You can‘t make a friend unless you talk to him.
Ask open-ended questions. The first question is always the most difficult. Use the environment surrounding to break
the ice. Ask about the teacher in the class, the weather, the food you are eating, etc. The first question normally
depends on where you are. Once you get him talking, you can get to know him better.
Talk about one topic at a time. There are many topics to talk about when getting to know somebody: hometown,
hobbies, interests, sports, academic goals, family life, values, etc. Avoid jumping around from topic to topic. If you
ask him about his hometown, ―Where are you from Joshua?‖ do not leave the topic. Use a follow up question about
the hometown, ―Do you like it there? What was the best part of your hometown? What did you do there in your
spare time? Would you like to live there again?‖ There are many questions to follow up about the hometown. Once
you have asked everything about his hometown, ask about another topic. ―What kind of hobbies or interests do you
have? How often do you enjoy them? How long have you been doing them? What was your best experience with
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them?‖ You can take as long as you want to get to know somebody. There is no hurry in making a friend.
Listen. The most important aspect of communication is the ability to listen. If you feel that somebody is listening to
you, you will feel comfortable. So make sure you are listening during a conversation. Always have eye contact when
you are listening. Pay attention to what is being said and ask questions about it to make sure you understand it. Use
the information you learned in an earlier conversation. If you listen to him, he will feel comfortable.
Be sincere. If you want to make a friend, you must truly want to know about him. If you are not interested in making
a friend, don‘t engage in the conversation. If you are not sincere about the conversation, it will show. You will be
like a used car salesman to him and leave a bad impression about yourself and possibly the Fraternity. If you are
sincere, it will show in your smile and you will make a new friend.
Step 3: Introduce Him to Your Friends In order for your new friend to join Delta Upsilon, he has to meet the other
brothers. Therefore, you are responsible for bringing him to meet your friends. This could be accomplished in many
different ways. You can bring him with you to any Delta Upsilon event: Chapter meetings, community service
projects, intramural sports, social events, campus events, brotherhood nights, chapter dinners, etc. Every event that
your chapter has could be a recruitment event. Be sure to bring your new friends. Once your brothers meet him, they
then make him a friend of theirs, repeating the cycle until everybody knows him. You should do the same. If a
brother introduces you to a friend of his, make him your friend as well.
Step 4: Introduce Him to Fraternity Life in Delta Upsilon Now that your new friend knows all of the brothers
and he is a friend of theirs, he needs to be introduced to Delta Upsilon. This is where you have an opportunity to
share your passion about the Fraternity and share with him why you joined. You should be talking about why you
joined your chapter, the Four Founding Principles, Non Secrecy, and the rich history of Delta Upsilon. Once he
learns about why Delta Upsilon was founded and the ideals upon which it was founded, he will see that he believes
in the same things. Your passion will be contagious and your new friend will understand why Delta Upsilon is an
amazing opportunity for him. Every man has something to gain from Delta Upsilon. He will understand why joining
the Fraternity could be the best choice he will ever make, and he will have learned that because you shared with him
that joining Delta Upsilon was the best choice you ever made.
Step 5: Invite Him to Join One of the most exciting moments of your life was when you were asked to join Delta
Upsilon. That was the final part of your recruitment process. The same applies to your new friend. Make sure at this
point that he understands all financial and time commitments for the Fraternity. Advise him to talk to his friends and
family about his decision, if he needs to. If his friends or family have questions, offer to answer them. Have his
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mother or father talk to you so that you can tell them about the great opportunities that await their son in Delta
Upsilon. If the chapter has met him and feels that he should be a part of Delta Upsilon, the chapter should offer him
a bid, the invitation to join.
The Brother‘s Role in Recruitment
Fraternities are fighting a battle with image. You need to be aware that, as a fraternity members, you may very well
be looked upon as the stereotypical ―frat boy.‖ This is a critical part of recruitment because of the role you play.
Wherever you go, you represent Delta Upsilon. To the general public, you are Delta Upsilon and how you behave
reflects back to the Fraternity. Your actions show the general public what Delta Upsilon is all about. Therefore, you
have an obligation to represent Delta Upsilon in the most positive manner possible. Not only does this have
implications for the image of Delta Upsilon, it affects your role in the recruitment process. If you represent the best
in Delta Upsilon, potential members will also want to share in Delta Upsilon. Therefore, it is essential that wherever
you go and whatever you are involved in, you must exemplify the Four Founding Principles in your behavior. You
must be involved in your classes, on campus, and in your community. Be sure to get involved in at least one campus
club or organization outside of Delta Upsilon, and run for an office of that group. Be visible, be outgoing, and show
to the public exactly what a man of Delta Upsilon has to offer.
You will be surrounding yourself with potential members on a daily basis. A potential member is any man that you
know is not in Delta Upsilon or any other fraternity. However, be very aware that not every man will make a good
brother. Being a brother includes duties and responsibilities outside of being a ―good guy.‖ However, you need to be
able to find out exactly who each potential member is. The only way to find out who is a potential member is to
utilize your communication skills. Empower yourself to talk to people. The more you talk to people, the easier you
will find it. If you get to know somebody and find out he is not in a fraternity, your next step is to find out whether
or not you want him to be your brother. Recruitment is not a task that is designated for one or two members of the
Fraternity; it is every brother‘s obligation to recruit new members. You are no exception. In fact, your responsibility
to recruit new members turns into an opportunity to make your chapter into whatever you want to become. These
future brothers will mold the chapter, and by recruiting quality brothers your chapter will forever be a dynamic,
improving brotherhood.
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Week Eight: Initiation
Associate Members hold weekly meetings addressing:
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Initiation
Associate member survey
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Pre-Initiation Checklist
There are a number of things to remember when planning to initiate in Delta Upsilon. The following are some
important steps to remember before taking the Oath and becoming a member of Delta Upsilon:
. Invite your parents, a date, and members of the faculty
. Pay your membership fee
. Make sure your GPA is in accordance with the Chapter and campus requirements
. Write and pass the Membership test
. Pass all confidence votes
. Run through the ritual with the Associate Member Educator
Initiation Preparation
At this point, the Associate Member Educator is going to go through the Ritual and explain how the Initiation
Ceremony takes place. It is a chance to answer questions and concerns and to rehearse the ceremony before the day
of initiation.
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Appendix A: Associate member Point System
Each associate member will be evaluated by a point system. The order of initiation will be based on the performance
of each associate member based on the following categories. A minimum of 1000 points must be attained in order to
initiate. All associate members will point cards that they can write their achievements on. In order for points to
count, the Associate member Educator or selected other brothers must sign off on the achievement in question. If a
associate member is proud of something he has done, but the achievement is not in the system, he may request a
brother recommendation from any brother. There will be no limit as to how many brother recs a associate member
can obtain. Brother recs can range from 5-20 points. However, a piece of paper must signed by the brother with the
point allocation and reason, and turned in to me by the associate member. The associate member educator will then
review the points.. The Associate member Educator, in accordance with EC, may dock points from associate
members for conduct unbecoming of a Delta Upsilon man. Each instance of point docking must be properly
documented.
WEEKLY POINTS
Academic
‗A‘ on test/major project: 40
‗A‘ on quiz/minor project: 10
‗A‘ on homework: 5
1 hr of study: 2
Getting tutored: 10 per session
Tutoring another student: 5 per session
Outscoring senior brother on test: 15
Required Minimum: 80 points
Campus Involvement/Social/Athletic
1 hour of community service (above 6): 20
Going on a date: 10 (limit of 20)
Sorority crush party: 10
Getting a girl‘s number: 5 (limit 10)
Attending any campus event: 5
Dressing up: 5
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With date: 10
Introducing new rushee: 15 (limit 30)
Playing intramural game with DU: 15 per game
Maintaining steady workout regimen: 10 per week
Required Minimum: 80 points
Fraternity
Wearing Pin on Both Days: 10
Attending GFM: 5
Attending associate member meeting: 5
Fundraising: 20 per session
Attending fraternity event: 5
With date: 10
Activity with a Big Brother and an Alumni: 30
Brother recommendation: 5-20
Setup/cleanup for a party/event: 20
Activity (such as eating out) with your Big Brother: 10
Perfect Score on Associate member Quiz: 20
Required Minimum: 150 points
MILESTONES (One Time Points)
Academic
Having One or More U‘s on Midterm Grades: -75
Joining honor society/academic fraternity: 15
Campus Involvement/Social/Athletic
Joining Tier I group (highly selective, rigorous, very time consuming): 75
Joining Tier II group (selective, time consuming): 50
Joining Tier III group (non-selective, non-mandatory attendance): 25
Leadership role in any group: 15
Starting new group with a charter: 50
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Joining Club Sport Team: 25
Being A Captain for Fraternity Intramurals: 30
Participating on Tug: 50
Fraternity
Holding Executive Office in Associate member Class: 10
Paddle Completion: 5
Alcohol.Edu Completed On time: 10
1st done with signatures: 60
2nd done with signatures: 40
Completed Signatures by Spring Break (Stackable): 40
Perfect GFM attendance: 20
Perfect Associate member Meeting attendance: 20
Perfect Score on Associate member Final: 80
Associate member Olympics event: 10
1st place: 30
2nd place: 20
3rd Place: 10
Golden Brick: 60
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Appendix B: Additional Information
Scholarship and Academics: See Appendix
A fraternity is an extra-curricular experience. Although Greek life can be an important part of your
college career, your priority should always be your education. Membership in Delta Upsilon is a privilege to be
enjoyed when we are performing at acceptable academic levels. Delta Upsilon members must be able to balance
work, Fraternity, and education and should know how to manage their time and efforts.
As a member of the Fraternity, you have a commitment to both yourself and your brothers to focus on personal
academic success. By planning, studying, and taking advantage of numerous resources, you can meet all of your
personal and educational goals.
Have you ever wondered why you need quiet to study and your roommate can only study with the television on?
Everyone has different ways they prefer to study and being aware of your own study habits is part of finding
academic success.
Suggested Study Tactics
1. Decide what to study (reasonable task) and how long you will study. You may also decide how many chapters,
pages or problems, you will complete. Set and stick to your self-imposed deadlines.
2. Do difficult tasks first. If you commonly procrastinate, start off with an easy and interesting aspect of the project.
3. Have special places to study. Consider appropriate lighting, temperature, and materials.
4. Study 50 minutes and then take a 10-minute break. Stretch, relax, and have a snack that will provide energy.
5. Allow longer, ―massed‖ time periods for organizing concepts, outlining, and writing papers.
6. Use shorter, ―spaced‖ intervals of time for rote memorization, review, and self-testing.
7. Use odd moments or pockets of time for recall/review.
8. If you get tired or bored, switch the task, subject, or environment.
9. Stop studying when you are no longer being productive.
10. Do rote memory tasks and review, especially details, just before you fall asleep.
11. Study with a friend. Quiz each other, compare notes and predicted test questions.
How you study is equally important to what you study. If you aren‘t studying in an environment conducive to
learning, you may find that studying will be very difficult.
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Learning is not about memorizing information, but is rather about having a solid background and understanding of
how to apply the material.
Preparing for Exams
Prior to the test…
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Ask your instructor what type of test it will be (multiple choice, fill-in, essay, etc.).
- How long will the exam last and how will it be graded (curve, bell curve, straight).
Study regularly throughout the course.
Set up a study schedule and review all materials before the test.
Form a study group, discuss views, and quiz partners.
Get enough rest the night before the exam.
The following are tips for taking either multiple choice tests or essay exams.
Multiple Choice Tests
Read each question carefully.
Before looking at the possible answers, form an answer in your mind.
Read each possible answer carefully before making a choice.
Watch for words such as always, not, but, never, only, or except.
Don‘t change your initial answer unless you are sure it is wrong.
Essay Exams
Survey the entire exam and note the questions that are easy for you.
Estimate how much time you have to answer each question.
Answer easier questions first to build confidence.
Read questions several times to ensure you understand what is being asked.
Underline key words such as analyze, discuss, define, or describe.
Take a few moments to brainstorm and create a rough outline.
Support each major idea with specific examples and detailed information.
Remember to begin each answer with an introduction.
Conclude by briefly summing up your answer.
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Parliamentary Procedure Basics
Without order a meeting can turn into total chaos in a matter of minutes. The purpose of parliamentary procedure is
to conduct business in as efficient and orderly a manner as possible. The following is a condensed version of
Robert‟s Rules of Order. It is intended to provide a basic background in parliamentary procedure.
Addressing the President
The chapter president should conduct all meetings. Members addressing the president should refer to him as
―Brother President.‖
Obtaining the Floor
Before a member may make a motion or speak in debate he must obtain the ―floor.‖ To claim the floor, a member
raises his hand and waits to be ―recognized‖ by the chapter president. The president will recognize the member by
announcing his name or title. This member then has the floor and can stand and speak until he yields the floor by
resuming his seat. While a motion is open to debate, there are three important cases where the floor should be
assigned to a person who may not have been the first to rise and address the president. These cases are:
1. If the member who made the motion claims the floor and has not already spoken on the question, he is entitled to
be recognized in preference to other members.
2. No one is entitled to the floor a second time as long as any other member who has not yet spoken to the pending
motion requests the floor.
3. The president should attempt to alternate opposite opinions on a question if he is aware of members requesting the
floor, which have opposing views.
Making A Motion
1. First, a member makes a motion. Though he makes a motion, he uses the word ―move‖ to make the motion (for
example: ―I move to allocate…‖).
2. Another member seconds the motion by saying, ―I second it‖ or simply, ―Second‖. It should be noted that a
second by a member merely implies that the motion should come before the chapter and not that he necessarily
favors the motion. A member may second a motion because he would like to see the chapter go on record as
rejecting the proposal, if he believes a vote on the motion would have such a result.
3. The president then states the ―question‖ on the motion. Neither the making nor the seconding of a motion places
it before the chapter; only the president can do that by this step (stating the question). When the president has stated
the question, the motion is pending and is then open to debate (providing it is a debatable motion). If the chapter
decides to do what a motion proposes, it adopts a motion or it is carried. If it decides against the motion, it is rejected
or lost.
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Amending A Motion
The motion to amend is a motion to modify the wording (within certain limits) of a pending motion before it is
acted upon. An amendment must be closely related to or have some bearing on the subject of the motion to be
amended.
A motion to amend is handled the same way as a main motion and requires a second to be considered. An
amendment is adopted by a majority vote even in cases where the motion to be amended requires a 2/3 vote for
adoption.
Approval of the Minutes
At the beginning of regularly scheduled meetings, copies of minutes of the previous meeting will be distributed for
study by chapter members. The president then asks, ―Are there any corrections to the minutes?‖ and pauses. Then
the president says, ―If there are no corrections‖ (or ―no further corrections‖) the minutes will be approved.
Point of Order
When a member thinks that the rules of the meeting are being violated, he may make a ―point of order‖, thereby,
calling upon the chair to make a ruling and enforce the regular rules. A point of order:
 can be applied to any breach of the chapter‘s rules.
 is in order when another has the floor.
 does not require a second.
 is not debatable unless the president, being in doubt, submits the point to a vote of the chapter; in which
case, the rules governing its debateability are the same as for an appeal.
Previous Question
The previous question is the motion used to bring the meeting to an immediate vote on one or more pending
questions. The motion for the previous question:
 takes precedence over all debatable or amendable motions to which it is applied.
 can be applied to any immediately pending debatable or amendable motion.
 is out of order when another has the floor.
 must be seconded.
 is not debatable.
 is not amendable.
 requires a 2/3 vote.
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Postpone Indefinitely
A motion to postpone indefinitely is a motion that the chapter declines to take a position on the main question. Its
adoption kills the main motion, at least for the duration of the session, and avoids a direct vote on the question. It is
useful in disposing of a badly chosen main motion that cannot be either adopted or expressly rejected without
possibly undesirable consequences. The motion to postpone indefinitely:
 is out of order when another has the floor.
 must be seconded.
 is debatable.
 requires a majority vote.
Adjourn
To adjourn means to close the meeting. The motion to adjourn is a motion to close the meeting immediately, made
under conditions where some other provision for another meeting exists and where no time for adjourning the
present meeting has already been set. The motion to adjourn:
 is not applied to any motion and no motion can be applied to it.
 is out of order when another has the floor.
 does not need to be seconded.
 requires a majority vote.
Steps for presenting a motion
1.
8.
Obtain the floor . Wait until the last speaker is finished. Rise and address the chair.
2. Make your motion
3. Speak clearly and concisely. State your motion affirmatively, "I move that..."
4. Wait for a second
5. Another member will say "I second the motion," or the chair will call for a second. If there
is no second,
your motion will not be considered.
6. Chairman states your motion
7. The chairman must say, "It is moved and seconded that we...‖ After this happens, debate or
voting can occur. Your motion is now "assembly property" and you cannot change it without
consent of the members.
The chairman asks, "Are you ready for the question?" If there is no more discussion, a vote is taken.
Four Types of Motions
1.
Main Motions Introduce subjects to the assembly for its consideration. They cannot be made when another
motion is before the assembly. They yield to privileged, subsidiary and incidental motions. For example, "I move
that we purchase..."
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2.
Subsidiary Motions Change or affect how the main motion is handled (voted on before the main motion).
For example, "I move the question before the assembly be amended by striking out..."
3.
Privileged Motions Are most urgent about special or important matters not related to pending business. For
example, "I move we adjourn."
4.
Incidental Motions
Are questions of procedure that arise out of other motions, must be considered for the other motion. For
example, "I move to suspend the rules for the purpose of..."
Other Questions Related to Motions
. Is it in order? Your motion must relate to the business at hand, and be presented at the right
time.
. May I interrupt the speaker? Some motions are so important that the speaker may be
interrupted to make them. The original speaker regains the floor after the interruption has
been attended to.
. Do I need a second? Usually, yes. A second indicates that another member would like to
consider your motion. It prevents spending time on a question which interests only one
person.
. Is it debatable? Parliamentary procedure guards the right to free and full debate on most
motions. Some privileged and incidental motions are not debatable.
. Can it be amended? Some motions can be altered by striking out, inserting, or both at once.
Amendments must relate to subject as presented in the main motion.
. What vote is needed? Most require only a majority vote but motions concerning the rights of
the assembly or its members need 2/3 vote to be adopted.
. Can it be reconsidered? Some motions can be re-debated and re-voted to give members a
chance to change their minds. The move to reconsider must come from the winning side.
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Appendix C: Big Brother Program
The following contract is designed to ensure that the big brother is responsible in the associate member process.
Requirements:
Must have GPA over 2.4 in the previous semester
Must be in your third semester as a brother
 Each office held in past/present gives you greater priority
Must be willing to commit $200
 The paddle and all the necessary items for the paddle
 Little brother gift that should not exceed $75, but should be over $25
 Dinners (Associate member Pinning, Associate member Retreat, Initiation, random outings)
Meeting with your little brother once a week
 Talk about school, life, etc. to encourage bonding
Involvement in associate member process
 Must keep track of little‘s signatures and report them to the secretary
Scholarship -A big part of Fraternity is academics; this will also be an important function in the big brother
program. The big brother will be responsible for the following:
 Campus tour and library tour for his little brother and himself.
 GPA competition between Big and Little brother
 Each big brother will contribute $5 to the competition
 The team with the highest GPA pockets the money
 If the Big Brother is a Co-op and his team wins the little brother pockets the money
Initiation-Our Ritual is what binds us all together as brothers and the big brother will play an active role in his
little brother‘s Initiation. His duties here are threefold:
 The week before Initiation, the big brother should explain the Ritual of Initiation and go through the
Oath of Initiation in its entirety; explaining what it means to the Fraternity and to himself.
 Serve as his little brother‘s Marshall during the Ritual and participate in all rehearsals.
Violation of the contract will result in your dismissal as a big brother.
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