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Rush Dates Are Set! If you are interested in learning more about OPA and maybe pledging then join us during our rush events. They will be filled fun activities to let you meet the active members and get to know more about the organization. The dates for our rush are as follows:
Rush Events
Tuesday September 2nd 4:30pm-6:00pm Located in the Tinsley Classroom This night is designed for us to get to know each of the rushee's a little bit as well as for the girls to get to meet active members and have any questions answered. The dress is casual and it is still open to anyone who is interested.
Thursday September 4th 7:00pm-9:00pm Tinsley Classroom A social evening where we will be having mocktails and learning more about each other. Dress as you would be going to a cocktail party and again this night is still open to anyone who is interested in OPA. . Monday September 8th 3:00pm-5:00pm Tinsley Lobby Service event. Open to anyone interested in OPA.
Wednesday September 10th 6:00-8:00pm Tinsley Classroom This is another social event which is TBA. This is a closed event and those rushee's who get invites to come will be able to attend this event.
Tuesday September 16th 6:00pm-9:00pm Meet at the Info Desk in the University Union This day we will be having a BBQ night as well as a Talent Show (details for the show will be discussed at Wednesday's event). We will eat, talk, play games and have a blast. This is the last day of our open rush, so if anyone is interested in OPA this will be the last day to attend an open rush event. Dress casual and for the weather as we will be spending some time outdoors.
Thursday September 18th 5:00pm-7:00pm Tinsley Lobby This night we will be doing a Scavenger Hunt as well as some other bonding things to get to know the rushee's a little more personally. This is a closed event and those rushee's who get invites to come will be able to attend this event. Dress casual.
Wednesday September 24th 6:00pm-9:00pm TBA This night will be a night of in-depth interviews. We want to know who you are, your opinions on things and everything we can find out in one evening. This night is extremely important to attend. Dress to impress and this again is a closed event and those rushee's who get invites to come will be able to attend this event.
October 1st TBA TBA This will be our Bid Day. Those rushee's who we offer bids to will attend this event. You will find out earlier in the day if you have received a bid or not. Dress casually.
October 3rd 5:00pm-7:00pm Tinsley Classroom For those girls who are offered bids and choose to accept them this will be our initiation ceremony. Please come dressed casual but nice.
We hope to see you at these events!!!! _________________________________________________________________________
If you can not attend an event but are still interested in rushing OPA please contact the Membership Director to let her know. Also if you would like e-mail or phone reminders about these or just have any questions feel free to e-mail her as well at jlw96@dana.ucc.nau.edu and she will do her best to help out. Also visit us in the Union and at our meetings to learn more about OPA and see if it is for you.
Thinking about rushing? Well, here are a few FAQ's about Omega Phi Alpha and the rush and pledging processes... What is a service sorority and how does it differ from other (social) sororities? Omega Phi Alpha is a service sorority: most of the sororities in the United States are social sororities. The two types have a lot in common, but there are a few distinct differences. Just like social sororities, O Phi A has a "pledge" period where new members learn about the sorority's history and how it currently operates. They get to know the sisters and the sisters get to know them. We have big sister/little sister relationships, business meetings, and lots of fun! It's an opportunity to build friendships that can last a lifetime. But a central theme in Omega Phi Alpha's day-to-day operations is SERVICE. Not just a few big projects each year, but an ongoing program of service. As a matter of fact, the most important committee at the chapter level is the service committee headed by the chapter's service vice president. This emphasis is the primary difference between Omega Phi Alpha and the traditional "social" sorority. How do I become a pledge? You watch for our fliers and rush dates the first weeks of school, or if you don't hear or see anything contact the membership director who's information is provided above. You can also come to our rush events which are listed above. The Alpha Alpha chapter holds a formal rush due to our commitment to service. Based upon interest, level of commitment, participation, and devotion to community service we will select as many girls as our chapter allows at the current time. What is a pledge period and how long does it last? Basically a pledge period means that as a pledge "class" you will learn the values, history and inner workings of the sorority. You will get to plan and carry out service projects as a pledge class, as well as sisterhood events so that you get to know the active members as well. You will hold your own, separate, meetings from the active chapter but you are not excluded from any active events or activities. It will last the length of one semester and you will become active once you have met all your pledging requirements. Any other questions? Feel free to contact the Membership Director, information listed above, with any additional questions or concerns about rush or OPA.
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