Since its creation in 1856 at Norwich University, Theta Chi Fraternity has held itself to the highest standard of excellence. We are a force, for today and for the future. From our ranks, have come leaders in industry, the sciences, law, medicine, education, military, and government at all levels. Theta Chi has over 150 years of tradition, over 215 chapters, and over 161,000 initiated brothers. Fo
r all those men involved in such an elite fraternity, it only is natural to feel a sense of achievement and sincere brotherhood. At Rutgers, Theta Chi is committed to service, social, and alumni functions. Our brotherhood reflects the concept of the Assisting Hand -- that the most important duty that we have is to assist others, especially in time of need. Theta Chi Fraternity squarely meets that need. Theta Chi is for leaders; we are diverse, hard-working, successful, athletic, and scholar students, who strive to make a difference. In addition to our fraternity house at 49 Mine Street, Theta Chi can be seen across all five of Rutgers’ campuses and the surrounding New Brunswick community. While being leaders and heavily involved in many organizations on campus, brothers take on hundreds of community service hours each semester. While priding ourselves in our interfraternity athletic accomplishments, we consistently maintained the highest GPA out of all fraternities at Rutgers (6 semesters running). This past semester we finished first in overall GPA at Rutgers for fraternities and recently we earned the honor of the Chapter Achievement Award amongst all other national Theta Chi chapters. While having a great year-long social calendar, we maintain a very close relationship with our alumni and other Theta Chi Chapters in the country giving us great networking opportunities that are specific only to our brotherhood. The opportunities and benefits of Theta Chi Fraternity are unmatched. This spring, come experience firsthand why Theta Chi prides itself on being Rutgers University’s best fraternity. All Potential New Members are required to hold a 3.0 GPA to be considered for a bid to Theta Chi Fraternity. We look for members that are already involved in at least 1 other organization on campus whether that be a job, a club, or any other organization. In addition, we look for young men who are outgoing, respectful, and present themselves as gentlemen. Current New Member Fees Include:
New Member Fee to International Headquarters: $60 (non-refundable)
New Member Fee to the Chapter: $190 (non-refundable)
Initiation Fee ro International Headquarters: $250
Interfraternity Council (IFC) Fee: $15 (non-refundable)
Contact me with any questions:
Phone: 845-857-9985
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Christian DiDonna (add me or message me)
Register for IFC Recruitment at http://greekrecruitment.rutgers.edu/register/ .
*** YOU MUST DO THIS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A BID FROM ANY FRATERNITY. ***
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Office of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs
Hazing Policy
Implementation
1. The student officers, primarily the president and new member educator, are responsible for informing members (pledges, new members, associate members, affiliates, guests) of this policy. The policy will be read by the president at the first meeting of the organization each semester and by the new member educator at the first new member/associate member meeting of the semester.
2. All chapters must file the Hazing Compliance Form by the date designated on the Greek Calendar.
3. Any allegations that a chapter has engaged in hazing activities will result in an investigation of the matter by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs. All new member/associate member activities will be suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.
4. In all cases of alleged violations of this policy, alumni and national/international headquarters of the organization will be notified.
5. Individuals involved in alleged acts of hazing and/or individual officers who knew of or should have known of these activities may also face charges pursuant to the University Code of Student Conduct. Definition
Hazing is defined as any action or situation which includes any mental or physical requirement, request or obligation placed upon any person (pledge, new member, associate member, member, affiliate, guest) which could cause discomfort, pain, fright, disgrace, injury or which is personally degrading or which violates any federal, state, local statute or University policy. Any activity described in this definition upon which the initiation, or admission into, or affiliation with, or continued membership in an
organization is directly or indirectly conditional, shall be presumed to be "forced" activity.
1. No person shall recklessly participate in the hazing of another.
2. No student or advisor shall knowingly permit the hazing of another.
3. No student or advisor shall fail to report hazing.
4. The negligence or consent of the student/participant or any assumption or risk by the
student/participant is not a defense to any action brought pursuant to this policy. Enforcement
Enforcement of the definition shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. The New Member Information Form must be filed with OFSA by the date designated on the Greek Calendar.
2. The president or new member educator must be in attendance at all new member functions.
3. The president and/or the new member educator must approve all activities planned for new members.
4. All new member activities, which are non-academic in nature, must end by the date published in the Greek Calendar.
5. Actions and activities that are explicitly prohibited include, but are not limited to the following:
a) Forcing, requiring or endorsing new members/associate members to drink alcohol or any other substance and/or providing such alcohol or other substance;
b) The unauthorized or illegal use of alcohol in any form or quantity during any new member activity;
c) Calisthenics (sit-ups, push-ups and runs);
d) Branding and tattooing;
e) Pushing, shoving, punching, whipping, beating, tackling or any other physical abuse;
f) Unauthorized line-ups of any nature;
g) Throwing anything (garbage, water, paint, etc.) at an individual;
h) Any form of paddling, physical abuse, psychological abuse, deception or shocks;
i) Requiring individuals to walk or march in formation of any kind;
j) Publicly wearing apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste (uniforms, head apparel, boots/shoes, etc.);
k) Not permitting individuals to speak for extended periods of time and/or forced exclusion from social contact;
l) Preventing any person from practicing personal hygiene;
m) Any activity which interferes with an individuals scholastic pursuits (class attendance,
preparation, study time, etc.) n) Forced consumption of food or other substances;
o) Theft, defacement or destruction of private or public property
p) Conducting unauthorized scavenger hunts, treasure hunts, quests, road trips, paddle hunts, big brother/little brother hunts;
q) Engaging in public stunts and buffoonery, public displays or greetings;
r) Servitude of any nature (food runs, personal errands, academic work, etc.);
s) Permitting less than six consecutive hours of sleep each night;
t) Conducting a new member related activity between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 7:00am. or awakening individuals during these hours;
u) Nudity or exposure to the elements at any time;
v) Yelling, screaming or calling individuals demeaning names;
w) Engaging in unauthorized activities which involve compelling an individual or group of individuals to remain at a certain location or transporting anyone anywhere, within or outside the city of New Brunswick (road trips, kidnaps, sneaks, drops, etc.);
x) Assigning or endorsing "pranks" (stealing composites, trophies, mascots, etc.) y) Conducting activities which do not allow adequate time for study during pre-initiation or initiation periods;
z) Conducting activities designed to deceive or convince new members that he/she will not be initiated or will be hurt;
aa) Carrying of any items (paddles, bricks, rocks, pocket change, dog collars, signature books, etc.) bb) Forcing, requiring or endorsing new members/associate members to violate any University, OFSA, national/international policy or any local, state or federal law. Alcohol Policy
Alcohol Policy
1) Alcohol cannot be possessed or consumed in rooms, suites, or apartments where all residents are under the age of 21.
2) Alcohol may not be possessed or consumed in a public area of the residences. All areas in a residence hall, except for private rooms, are considered public areas. When the door of a private room is open, the room is considered a public area. Only those of legal drinking age may transport closed containers of alcohol.
3) Individuals under the age of 21 may not consume alcohol. Only those of legal drinking age may be served alcohol.
4) Individuals may not provide alcohol to anyone under the legal drinking age. Those who do are subject to penalties under University regulations and under New Jersey state law.
5) Drinking games or other behaviors designed for the purpose of rapid and/or excessive consumption of alcohol are prohibited.
6) At no time should activities which encourage excessive drinking and/or lead to the endangerment of the individual served take place in the residence halls.
7) Any student, regardless of age, found to be acutely intoxicated, will be evaluated by Emergency Services for possible hospital treatment.
