Delta Gamma
Epsilon Kappa Chapter at Clemson


About Our Chapter
Scholarship
Foundation
Programs
Finance
Collumnae
No Hazing Policy
No Alcohol Policy


ABOUT OUR CHAPTER
The Epsilon Kappa Chapter at Clemson University has been in existence for nearly 20 years. Our sisterhood is very important to us. We preserve this bond with various weekly sisterhood activities. Activities such as; ice skating, dinners around town, shopping in Charlotte, movie nights etc. Our members are a very diverse and genuine mix of women with an extrodinary bond.

SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship is an integral part of the college experience. Good scholarship skills are always emphasized and encouraged. We have scholastic resources to help study for classes and a mentor system where women in the same major can come together to study, get tutored, or just discuss class material.

PROGRAMS
Epsilon Kappa tries to bring a wide array of programs to present to members at our weekly meetings. We have had guest lecturers speak about social etiquette, rape awareness, wedding etiquette, eating disorders and proper make-up application.

FOUNDATION
Our philanthropy is Service for Sight and Aid Conservation to the Blind. Our annual Anchor Splash is a large swimming competition open to all Greek and campus organization participants. It is held in October and entry fees and donations benefit our national philanthropy. The Epsilon Kappa Chapter of Delta Gamma is the top fundraising sorority at Clemson University.

FINANCE
Membership in Epsilon Kappa is a large financial responsibility, but typical of all sororities. Dues range from $85-$95 per month, but can also be paid in a lump sum fee for the whole year, by the semester (or on any plan devised by our FABULOUS VP:Finance Samantha Sexton). New member quarter dues are more expensive due to many one-time fees and are usually about $200 per month.

COLLUMNAE
Alumnae are an important part of the Delta Gamma experience. Each March at our Founder's Day, we come together with local alumnae and the nearby Zeta Upsilon chapter of Furman University to celebrate the founding of our fraternity. We also invite alumnae to tailgate with us during TBA football games.

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.


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