
"You
should never look down on a
Sister except to pick her up."
No
Hazing Policy:
The purpose
of Delta Gamma is embodied in our philosophy and includes four basic goals:
to provide friendship; to promote cultural and educational interests;
to have a sense of social responsibility; and to develop the best qualities
of character. Hazing corrupts the true meaning of fraternity life. It
negates the values of loyalty, hope, trust, supportive friendship, kindness,
and compassion that Delta Gamma affirms. The moral integrity of the chapter
is inseparable from the conduct of its members, and because of this, we
hold our members and new members individually accountable for their actions
and the actions of the chapter.
Because Delta
Gamma supports the integrity and dignity of women, basic human rights,
decency, honor, gracious living, and positive reinforcement of each other,
there is no place for hazing (which is negative and archaic) in our Fraternity
of women.
Chapters are not permitted to impose menial or personal tasks or to allow
any form of hazing. Any chapter officer responsible for allowing such
activities shall be removed from office. Any member or new member planning
or participating in a hazing activity shall have her membership immediately
reviewed which may result in expulsion or termination.
Hazing is
defined as:
Any act or
tradition that endangers the physical, mental or emotional well-being
of a new member and/or member. Any act or tradition that requests, encourages
or suggests violation of city, county, state or national law. Any act
or tradition that is mentally or physically degrading.
Any act or tradition that requires a personal or menial task of a new
member and/or member, regardless of location, intent, or consent of the
participants.
Statement
on Alcohol Use:
Delta Gamma
policy states that no alcoholic beverages may be served or stored on Delta
Gamma property. The Council of Delta Gamma recommends that alcohol awareness
and educational programs be an ongoing and integral part of each collegiate
chapter's programming throughout the year. Council encourages members
to identify with the concepts of responsible drinking and individual choice.