Greek Life at Daemen
Greek Life is thriving on Daemen's small, close-knit campus! Joining a fraternity or sorority at Daemen means becoming a part of a diverse network of students and alumni with a common purpose and incredible bond. Currently, we have three sororities and one fraternity represented on campus. All Greek Life members are also a part of the Greek Council which serves as the official representative and governing body for recognized Greek Organizations.
All Daemen University Greek chapters are local chapters. Daemen chapters host informal and formal recruitment events at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. Bids are extended to potential members at the end of Rush Week.
Click on any organization listed below to learn more!
Mission Statement: Lambda Chi Iota is a community service and social based sorority. We are serious in giving back to the community and creating a safe space. In Lambda Chi Iota, we celebrate our diversity and differences especially because we have sisters from all over the world! We are a home away from home. We strive to push each other to do better, to be better, and to acknowledge our errors and work towards perfection.
Established: 1979
Colors: Navy Blue; Gold
Symbols: Yellow Rose & Diamond
Current Staff Advisor: Pamela Bartlo, pbartlo@daemen.edu
Contact Us: Lambda Chi Iota, lambdachiiota@gmail.com
Social Media: Instagram: @lambdachiiota
Mission Statement: Omega Epsilon Zeta is a local Fraternity at Daemen University that offers Brotherhood and a sense of trust that male students may seek. This Brotherhood focuses and supports young men through our three core principles of Individuality, Integrity, and Unity. While furthering the advancement of academic excellence of higher education.
Established: 2001
Colors: Black; Red; White
Traditions: Spring Fest Mud Volleyball, Pool and Ping-Pong Tournament, Bubble Soccer
Current Staff Advisor: Lamark Shaw, lshaw2@daemen.edu
Contact Us: Justin Jaipaul-Valenza, justin.jaipaulvalenz@daemen.edu
Social Media: Instagram: @omegaepsilonzeta
Mission Statement: As a sorority, Sigma Omega Chi strives to strengthen the bonds of fellowship and friendship among its members. We encourage and promote good scholarship and student social activities. Above all, honor and sisterhood form the foundation of our sorority.
Established: March 27th, 1977
Colors: Green; Gray; White
Symbols: Talisman Rose; Peach Rose; M&Ms
Philanthropy: Kaely’s Kindness and Ronald McDonald House
Current Staff Advisor: Carol Renner, crenner@daemen.edu
Contact Us: daemen.sigmaomegachi1977@gmail.com
Greek Council
The purpose of the Greek Council shall be to act as the official representative and governing body for the members of the Daemen University recognized Greek organizations. The Greek Council will work to further the ideals of brotherhood and sisterhood, encourage harmony amongst the individual groups in the organization, promote philanthropy, and continue to encourage the growing mutual respect and camaraderie amongst the individual organizations. Furthermore, the Greek Council will serve as a support system for Greek growth, advocacy, and understanding on Daemen’s Campus.
Policies for Greek Organizations
This section is intended to guide to relevant sections of the Student Handbook for Greek Organizations.
If, after reading through this Handbook, you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Office of Student Affairs at (716) 839-8200. You can also contact the Dean of Students, Kerry Spicer or via phone at (716) 839-8519.
Student Handbook: Section 3: Student Activities
*Specifically: subsection titled "Greek Organizations"
- Additional requirements for Greek Organizations
- Academic Standards for Participation in Extracurricular Activities
- Student Organizations
Student Handbook: Section 5: General University Policies
*Specifically: subsection titled "Hazing and Other New Member Initiations"
Student Handbook
*Access to full handbook
Eligibility
Students who wish to participate in Greek Life must meet the following requirements:
- Current Daemen University Student
- Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher)
- Attend Rush Week events
- Attend one (1) recruitment seminar
Upcoming Recruitment Timeline
Greek Week is a celebration of our close knit Greek community at Daemen University. The week features events and volunteer opportunities hosted by the community. Events are open to all current Daemen students.
Intake Week is an an administrative week used to prepare for Rush and pledging activities. Intake Week takes place during the Spring semester between Greek Week and Rush Week.
- Potential new members (PNMs) who are interested in participating in Rush Week must register through the Student Activities Office.
PNM Eligibility
- Be registered as a full-time student at Daemen University
- Be at least a second semester first year student
- Be in good standing with the University
- Attend one (1) intake seminar hosted by the Student Activities Office
- Complete the anti-hazing prevention course by the end of Intake Week
Rush Week is the formal recruitment week occurring in the Spring semester
- In order to participate in Rush Week, PNMs and organization members must complete all Intake Week requirements. Confirmation of eligibility will be sent via email by the Student Activities Office before Rush Week begins.
- Each participating chapter is encouraged to host at least 3 Rush Week events.
- All organizations’ first event must be open to all registered PNMs.
- “Invite only” events may be held towards the end of Rush Week.
- Rush Week will conclude with Bid Day.
Bid Day, the final day of the recruitment process where potential new members receive formal bids to join active chapters
- Bids must be distributed in writing to potential new members.
- Bids cannot be distributed until 9:00 am on the selected date.
- Bids can only be given to students who were pre-approved to participate in Rush Week.
- A list of students who will be receiving bids must be submitted to the Student Activities Office by 11:59 pm the night before bid day.
- Within 24 hours of bid day, an updated list of accepted bids must be submitted to the Student Activities Office.
- Bid Day may be accompanied by organization-specific bonding activities.
- Room reservations are required.
- Continuous open bidding is not allowed.