Sigma Nu Test 3 Study Guide Georgia Chapters: 1. UGA Mu 2. North Georgia College & State University Kappa 3.

3. Georgia Tech Gamma Alpha 4. Georgia State Eta Gamma 5. Georgia Southern Theta Kappa 6. University of West Georgia Theta Pi Iota Pi History: Fall 1973 a group of men (Jeff Post #4, Dana Whitlow #19, Gene Willaims #5) formed a flag football team. They knew each other from the dorms and their hometown. They wanted to join a fraternity but didn't like the ones that were already on campus so they decided to start their own. On April 1, 1974 the DF fraternity of Southern Tech was established. They did not want to be part of the national DF fraternity due to high dues. At then end of the spring quarter they changed their name to DFD so it would take effect at the beginning of the fall quarter. The fall quarter of 1974 had a rush that beat out all the other established fraternities on campus. This local fraternity was gaining strength at Southern Tech. They proved throughout the fall quarter that that they were a force on campus not only in numbers but also in sports. Word had spread about this group of guys and many national fraternities were looking at DFD to join them (now almost thirty guys strong in less than a year). The search continued on into the winter quarter and still a national fraternity had not been found. The one thing that had stuck in the minds of the DFD brothers was the hazing that was going on by the other fraternities during this time. This was not appealing to them and had a profound influence on their national search. Sigma Nu nationals heard about the DFD fraternity at Southern Tech and were interested in making it a colony. DFD voted to become a colony of Sigma Nu on April 10, 1975 and they were approved to be a colony in June of 1975. During their first Rush they rushed forty guys and established dominance on campus. On November 16th, 1975, twenty-two men of DFD fraternity were installed by a Ritual team from the HG (eta gamma) chapter of Georgia State as an official colony of the SN Fraternity. From the fall of 1975 to the fall of 1976, the SN colony increased its active chapter membership from fifteen to forty-four men. They excelled in sports, captured and held the rock on campus (a long standing tradition among the fraternities), and even had time for academics. There was much discussion among the leaders at the Lexington headquarters as to which colony should receive the honor of chapter #200. On October 18, 1976, the president of the SN colony received a letter from nationals stating that they had received unanimous ballots of approval from the other chapters and they had earned the right to become their own chapter. On Saturday, December 4, 1976 the forty-four men of the SN colony were installed by the QP chapter of West Georgia University as the IP Chapter #200 of the SN Fraternity. This installation was attended by the top directors of the SN fraternity and even made several local newspapers. The following spring of 1977 saw the first graduating class of IP. Jimmy Bryan stayed on to serve as chapter advisor for several more years and was extremely proud to have been associated with the men of the IP chapter.

Roberts Rules to Order and Basic Motions: Steps to Handle a Motion 1. A member makes a motion 2. Another member seconds the motion, 3. The Chair states the motion, passing ownership of the motion to the assembly, 4. The members debate the motion, 5. The chair puts the question (motion) to a vote, and 6. The chair announces the result and effect of the vote. Move to... Amend Change the wording of the motion. Previous Question End the discussion and have the vote. Limit Debate Discussion should continue, but I don't want it to go on all day. Point of Order I want the chair to enforce rules about time limits and the amount of times a person can talk. Extend Debate The chair has been enforcing rules about time limits and the number of times people are allowed to speak, but I really think we need to discuss this more. Voting: Voice Vote The most common type of voting, this is when the chair says Those in favor of the motion, say aye. All members in support of the motion call out aye. Next, the chair says Those opposed, say no after which opponents call out no. If there is a clear majority, the chair announces the result. If there is not a clear majority, a member may call for the vote to be retaken by calling out division! Hand Vote A hand vote works the same as a voice vote, where the chair first calls for those in favor to raise their hands. Without counting, they then call for those opposed to raise their hands. If a majority is seen, the chair will announce the result. Again, a member may call division if they believe there was not a clear majority. In addition, a member may ask that the vote be counted. The chair then retakes the vote in the same way but counts the votes for and against the motion. Counted Vote This is simply the counted version of the hand vote. Some groups may choose to skip the uncounted hand vote since it really does little more than the voice vote. Roll Call Vote It is not uncommon to see the roll call vote happen at convention, but it typically does not happen during chapter meetings. If you still want to know what it is, read on. A roll call vote is literally what you think it would be. The chair reads the names of each voting

member, and after hearing their name, the member calls out yes (or aye) or no. You can see why this may be a bit intense for chapter meetings, where votes may be more personal than convention voting, where one persons vote represents a group of people. Secret Ballot This is the one type of vote where each members vote choice is not known to everyone else. This is used for elections, but may also be used for regular motions, especially more sensitive topics. This is also the most paper-traceable vote and the final destination if division is repeatedly called for. A ballot vote may be called for when the original motion is initially about to be voted upon. Risk Reduction: In 1984, Sigma Nu introduced their risk reduction policy to other fraternities. Sigma Nu was the first to introduce something like this. The chapter doesn't serve, permit, or possess alcohol at chapter functions and propagates a dry rush. The chapter does not have open parties. Non-members must be invited and approved to come to parties and the ration of member to non-member must be 1:1. Alcoholic beverages are consumed in non-transparent containers as to not put pressure on those who choose not to drink. No drinking games. No illegal use, possession, sale, or distribution of any controlled substances. Alcohol is not purchased through the treasury. No kegs. The chapter does not co-sponsor a function with an alcohol distributor/tavern. Any function co-sponsored or co-financed with any chapters, groups, or organizations where alcohol is legally present, meets the following criteria: 1. Function is co-hosted with not more than one other male chapter, group, or organization; 2. All hosts have a liability insurance policy with a minimum of one million dollars ($1,000,000) basic coverage; 3. The function is in compliance with all hosts inter/national organizational policies; 4. All non-member (non-member defined as those guests who are not members of any host group) guests are preapproved by the chapter; 5. Guest and host attendance lists are completed and posted prior to the function and maintained on file after the function;

6. Each host has equal representation of sober monitors during the function; and 7. Any function which would not comply with the above six criteria is first pre-approved by the host institution and, subsequently, discussed with the General Fraternity staff prior to the function. Hazing: The chapter does not conduct hazing. Hazing is defined as: ... any action taken or situation created, intentionally, whether on or off fraternity premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule. Such activities may include but are not limited to the following: paddling in any form; creation of excessive fatigue; physical and psychological shocks; quests, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, road trips or any other such activities carried on outside or inside the confines of the chapter house; the wearing of public apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in public stunts and buffoonery; morally degrading or humiliating games and activities; late work sessions which interfere with scholastic activities; and any other activities which are not consistent with fraternal law or policy or the regulations and policies of the educational institution. The willingness of any individual to participate in any hazing activity does not excuse any hazing violation. Lead Sessions: Values and Ethics: Love - makes friends, comrades and companions; it establishes certain obligations of brotherhood among all sorts and conditions of men. Truth - Sigma Nus truth in action is exemplified by its adherence to The Law of the Fraternity. At our Grand Chapter conventions, collegiate members struggle with the issues that govern chapter operations, modifying The Law as the changing times dictate. These actions provide an in-depth study calling upon the best reasoning power of those present. These conclusions determine the policies and future course of the Fraternity. Honor - The word honor suggests a social virtue, trustworthiness, a quality that enables other people to put their trust in you. Leadership: Influence Relationships A learned process, not a person Followers (Collaborators) play an active role in the process Multi-directional vs. Top-down Both female and male oriented Team oriented

 Concerned about communication Focused on pursuing mutual purposes that intend real, significant change Position not required Focus is on doing something, not on holding a position National and Chapter Organization: Grand Chapter:

At the Grand Chapter, the collegiate voice is predominant, with each collegiate chapter entitled to two voting delegates. Each alumni chapter has only one vote, while certain officers of the General Fraternity, namely, the Grand Officers have one vote each. The Headquarters staff are entitled to a voice, but no vote. The Law:

Collegiate Chapters:

Community Service: Philanthropy dispensing funds for humanitarian purposes. Service Learning the combination of focusing on meeting community needs, identifying learning objectives and reflecting on what is being learned. Community Service: giving your time to help others. Alcohol Abuse and Misuse:

Critical Signs for Alcohol Poisoning

Mental confusion, stupor, coma, or person cannot be roused Vomiting Seizures Slow breathing (fewer than eight breaths per minute) Irregular breathing (10 seconds or more between breaths) Hypothermia (low body temperature), bluish skin color, paleness

What Should I Do If I Suspect Someone Has Alcohol Poisoning?

Know the danger signals Do not wait for all symptoms to be present Be aware that a person who has passed out may die. If there is any suspicion of an alcohol overdose, call 911 for help. Dont try to guess the level of drunkenness

What Can Happen to Someone With Alcohol Poisoning That Goes Untreated?
Victim chokes on his or her own vomit Breathing slows, becomes irregular, or stops Heart beats irregularly or stops Hypothermia (low body temperature) Hypoglycemia (too little blood sugar) leads to seizures Untreated severe dehydration from vomiting can cause seizures, permanent brain damage, or death The Badge: Only members, their mothers, wives, sisters, fiances, or daughters may wear the Sigma Nu Badge. The obligation of membership is to add to its traditional meanings the deep personal affection it may have for you. Wear it proudly, for, to have earned it honorably, you will have met the initial obligations to be a Brother in an Honor Fraternity. The Rock: The Rock is a symbol of our enduring strength; like a beacon, it reflects our ideals unchanging, constant as a lighthouse on troubled seas. At that time Brother Ora Baldinger (Alpha 133), an alumnus in charge of the blasting, buried major segments of the saucer on the edge of the expanded parade ground for safekeeping and future retrieval. His forty-two year dream came true when the fragments were recovered following the opening of the Fraternitys administrative office in Lexington, Virginia. Today a two-ton section rests at the entrance to the Headquarters Shrine. Flower: Our Rose is a classic five-petaled, wild, white English floribunda, a sturdy ancestor of the beautiful allAmerican White Knight hybrid tea rose which many florists feature today. Like the Rock, its story is memorable. Flag: Our official flag, adopted in 1921, has three equal horizontal bars in our Fraternitys colors: black at top, white in the middle, and gold at the bottom, with a coiled gold serpent in the center representing wisdom and fidelity. While in operation collegiate chapters may fly it outside from sunrise to sunset. It is displayed at Grand Chapters, Leadership Conferences, Division conclaves, Alumni Club meetings, and at individual chapter ceremonies and special gatherings. The proper order for displaying the Sigma Nu flag is (from right to left facing audience) first the national flag, then state or province flag, the

college flag if available, then the Sigma Nu flag. Chapter Positions: 1. Commander 2. Lt. Commander 3. Treasurer 4. Recorder 5. Marshal 6. Chaplain 7. LEAD Chairman 8. Recruitment Chairman 9. Alumni Relations Chairman 10. Sentinel 11. Reporter 12. Historian GO HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CHAPTER POSITIONS. http://www.sigmanulead.org/links/phase_I/print/descriptions.htm Brothers are initiated alphabetically by last name, except for every 50 initiate positions. Every 50 initiate position is voted upon by the chapter.