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Term
Date AoII was established
Definition
January 2 1897
Term
Where was AOII Fouded?
Definition
Barnard College
Term
Name the 4 founders.
Definition

1) Jessie Wallace Hughan 

2) Elizabeth Heywood Wymann 

3) Helen St. Clair Mullan 

4) Stella George Stern Perry 

Term

Jessie Wallace Hughan 

(contributions) 

Definition

-crusader for peace and human conditions 

- started the Ear Resisters League 

- ran for public office on the Socialist ticket 

Term

Elizabeth Heywood Wymann 

(Contirbutions)

Definition

-First International President 

-pioneered the expansion into Canada 

-AOII National President during the Depression 

 

Term

Helen St. Clair Mullan

(Contributions) 

Definition

-graduated first in her class from NYU Law School 

-constructed AOIIs bylaws and constitution 

-only founder who had children 

Term

Stella George Stern Perry 

(Contirbutions)

Definition

- serves as AOII historian for life

-first AOII National President 

-author of 17 books 

-owned and advertising agency 

Term
Has AOII Ritual changed over the years?
Definition

No. 

AOII Ritual has not been changed over the years. 

Term
All members recite........ During all Rituals except for during the Ritual of Initiation
Definition
Wardens' Speeches
Term
The only acceptable shoes to wear to Ritual are?
Definition

Black closed toed shoes. 

NOT house shoes

Term
The Fraternity color
Definition
Cardinal
Term
The fraternity color symbolizes
Definition
The fundamental, basics, principal, upon which everything else depends or hinges
Term
Jewelry rules for Ritual
Definition

-you can not wear any jewelry that dresses up the robe during Ritual 

-You may wear your pin 

Term
Fraternity jewel
Definition
Ruby
Term
Why we don't have a crest
Definition

-AOII is the only women's fraternity that does not have a crest 

-the beauty and simplicity of the badge possesses enough significance to stand alone. 

-We are founded on Greeek ideals, not Medeival (crests are Medeival) 

Term
Translation of To Dragma
Definition
The Sheaf
Term
The Object of the Fraternity
Definition

"The object of this fraternity shall be to encourage a spirit of fraternity and love among its members;

to stand at all times for character, dignity, scholarship, and college loyalty;

to strive for and support the best interest of the colleges and universities in which chapters are installed;

and in no way disregard, injure or sacrifice, those interests for the sake of prestige or advancement of the fraternity or any of its chapters."

Term
Membership Responsibilitrie and Policies
Definition

-Financial 

-Academic

-FIPG

-Housing 

-Hazing

-Alcohol 

-Drugs 

-Moral and Ethical Behavior 

-Big Brother/Little Sister

-Out of town parties 

Term

Financial 

(Responsibilities and Policies) 

Definition
-Memebers have a responsibility to the Fraternity to pay all of their local and International dues.
Term

Academic 

(Responsibilities and Policies) 

Definition
-If a member does not achieve a 2.0 GPA (on a 4.0) scale they can be placed on International Probation.
Term

FIPG 

(Responsibilities and Policies) 

Definition
Along with members from other Greek organizations, AOII members must adhere to the Rsick Management policies our fraternity.
Term

Housing 

(Responsibilities and Policies) 

Definition
when housing is provided, all collegiate members are required to live in until the housing is filled, when it is not contrary to college or university rules.
Term

Hazing 

(policies and procedures) 

Definition
not in conformity with the Rituals of Alpha Omicron Pi not does it project an image of sisterhood and fraternal love.
Term

Alcohol 

(Responsibilities and Policies) 

Definition
Provide chapters with the knowledge and support necessary to make responsible decisions regarding alcohol consumption.
Term

Drugs 

(Responsibilities and Policies) 

Definition
Alpha Omicron Pi obeys all laws regarding controlled substances
Term

Moral and Ethical Behavior 

(Responsinitiatives and Policies) 

Definition
"We want to encourage behavior that is respectable and is an enduring source of pride to you and to us"
Term

Big Brother/Little Sister 

(Responsibilities and Policies) 

Definition
"It is Alpha Omicron Pi's policy that these organizations detract from the purpose and legitimate programs of Greek organizations. No groups of this sort may be formed."
Term

Out of town parties 

(Responsibilities and Policies) 

Definition
Licensed, professional drivers must be employed for transport beyond 20 miles.
Term
AOII's International Philanthropy
Definition
Arthritis
Term
Fund that helps sisters in need
Definition

-Ruby Fund

-also known as the "heart of AOII" 

Term
Annual Fund
Definition

Source for financial support of: 

- education and leadership programs 

-ie. Leadership Academy, Alcohol 101, speakers for International Convention 

Term
Diamond Jubilee Scholarships
Definition

-scholarships you can apply for 

-awarded each year 

-given to: undergraduate, graduate students, and alumnae 

Term
Strike Out Arthritis
Definition
Foundations signature activity for collegiate and alumnae chapters that related to baseball
Term
International President
Definition
Allison Allgier
Term
VP of Finance
Definition
Krista Whipple
Term

VP 

SIX!

Definition

1) Amber Cuntis

2) Susan Danko 

3) Gayle Fitzpatrick 

4) Karen Galehan

5) Rebecca Herman 

6) Grace Houston 

Term
Ex Officio
Definition
Barb Zipperian
Term
Chapter
Definition

-Group if women at a college/university

-Dedeicated to further AOII's interests 

Term
Leaders' Council
Definition
-Committee of elected officers who serve the chapter
Term
AAC
Definition
Advisors who work to gather to support the chapter
Term
CNS
Definition

-Collegiate Network Specialist 

-Works with several chapters 

- Guides and supervises the collegiate chapter and advisors 

Term
CND
Definition

-Collegiate Netwoek Director 

-Guides and supervises a group of CNSs 

-Supervises the development and implementation of chapter operations 

Term
XB
Definition
Fraternity officers who formulate policy and oversee development of the fraternity
Term
PIP
Definition
Previously served as International President
Term
MRC
Definition
An AOII HQ staff member who visits chapters to assist with Membership ReCruitmnet Planning
Term
NPC
Definition
Organization of 26 sororities that work together to further the Greek system
Term
CCOM
Definition
Manual that includes descriptions of every officer's responsibilities
Term
AAC
Definition
Committe of advisors that serve the chapter
Term
CA
Definition
Only elected advisor at the college level
Term
HQ
Definition

-AOII's home office building

-Headquarters 

 

Term
AOII Emporium
Definition
Official AOII mail order boutique and store at AOII HQ
Term
JWH Cup
Definition
Award given to the best collegiate chapter in our fraternity
Term
Location of International HQ
Definition
Brentwood, TN
Term
International Council
Definition
Elects the Executive Board
Term
AlphaLink
Definition

-AOII's online reporting system 

-first in the Greek community 

Term
Supporting Traditions...Rewarding Yourself
Definition

AOII program that offers options for members, including: 

-Affinity MasterCard Rewards Magazine Program

-AOII Brick Walkway

-Forever Friends 

Term
LifeLoyal AOII
Definition

-Membership Program 

-Allows alumnae and collegians the opportunity to stay connected to AOII while enjoying exclusive member benefits

Term
Alumnae chapter closest to our collegiate chapter is in
Definition
Philadelphia
Term
Alumnae chapter closest to your hometown
Definition
I don't know where you live.... Please look it up!
Term

Ways to actively support the Fraternity after graduation 

(Five!) 

Definition

-Serve as a member of an AAC

-Join your local alumnae chapter

-Become a LifeLoyal AOII

-Serve as a member of a local Corporation Board

-Volunteer within the Netwoek of AOII-CNS, CND, ANS,AND  

Term
AOII Mission Statement
Definition
"Women enriched through lifelong friendship"
Term

Ritusl Mechanics 

(six) 

Definition

-4 Wardens' speeches 

-The Grip 

-Password in English and Greek 

-Motto in English and Greek 

-Chapter sub-motto in Enlgish and Greek 

-The Pledge 

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