Phikeia
The purpose of the Phikeia Program is to develop good members who will contribute positively to the chapter. The program must acclimate the Phikeia to the college environment, and successfully introduce them to the complexities of Greek life.
This program will teach the principles and history of the Fraternity, foster friendship and brotherhood, introduce chapter operations, teach leadership skills, and cultivate good habits regarding scholarship. The program will also educate the Phikeia on a variety of issues facing the modern campus. By far the most important objective of the Phikeia education program, however, is to successfully prepare new members for initiation and assimilate them into the participating chapter membership.
Scholarship
The scholarship program’s purpose is to encourage and develop proper habits and attitudes regarding classwork. This program encourages
class attendance and active participation in the educational process. It also
teaches good study habits and scholarship skills.
Brotherhood
The Phikeia Program develops group cohesiveness by encouraging the new members to participate in chapter activities. Many Phikeia activities include the entire chapter to promote this essential objective of The Phikeia Program.
Leadership Development
To develop the future leaders of the chapter, this program will focus on teaching leadership through experience.
Personal Development
To be a positive contributor to the chapter, the Phikeia must learn the fundamental basis of good character, personal responsibility, and rectitude.
This program emphasizes discussion of personal values and social responsibility and teaches the Fraternity’s principles and their application within the chapter.
Appreciation of the Institution
Greeks are often accused of offering nothing to its host institution except a social life. This program seeks to instill respect and loyalty to the college or university by teaching its history, its customs, and encouraging participation in campus organizations.
A word on hazing Phi Delta Theta is completely opposed to any form of hazing or other unconstructive preinitiation activities. Hazing can be defined as any undignified treatment of the members or Phikeia or any activity which causes mental or physical abuse (please read the FEA Statement of Position on Hazing and Pre-Initiation Activities).
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