University of Kentucky - Kentuckian Yearbook (Lexington, KY)

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l RUSH RUSH RUSH RI Robin Clare and Boo Marlin work on a mural for Kappa Alpha Theta. ing for the best beer guzzlers. A lot of Eboys thought they were proving themselves by how much they drank. But the fraternities arenht likely to ac- cept you as a candidate if you repea- tedly get drunk. They want people they can depend on. Most fraternities agree that the 1977 fall rush was pretty successful. But the IFC and fraternity members are already busy planning and concen- trating on spring rush. Singer Mark Thurman and Sigma Alpha Epsi- lon brothels don black faces and while gloves to render their version of the Spinners hits. Rushees leave Zela Tau Alpha house after rush rhE C ME '1 TO EVER EVER 'Lf LAND - JORDAN RUSH - 23

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brochures were mailed to incoming freshmen and transfer students. Rush lists were computerized, party sche- dules set up and according to Borders, millions and millions of dittos typed. Part of Panhellenic's duties are also granting party patents and taking them away in the event of missed deadlines, as well as enforcement of rush rules and violations. Two new ideas for this year rush are Panhellenic Playtime and the All- Greek Pledging Ceremony. Panhel- lenic Playtime is a series of free time activities designed to give the rushee things to do in her free time as well as giving her opportunities to become better acquainted with fellow rushees. Movies, swimming and pizza parties are a few of the activities included. The All-Greek Pledging Ceremony is held before the rushees receive their final bids. Borders said, You pledge yourself to the Greek system as a whole and pledge to promote the sys- tem as well as your sorority. Promoting better inter-sorority re- lations has become a major concern for Panhellenic. The Panhellenic Pat on the Back Award is given to sorori- ties for doing something especially Panhellenic oriented. An all sorority dessert and Panhellenic spirit award during rush are two activities which deserved a Fat on the Back . Fraternity men also have an organi- zation to promote Greek spirit and cooperation. The lnterFraternity Council UFO serves the fraternities in much the same manner as the Panhel- lenic Council does the sororities. The IFC deals with such matters as bud- geting, public relations, and fraternity rush. The IFC resumed its annual retreat in the fall after a lull of 15 years. Held at Carter Caves State Prrk, the retreat began Friday, Sept. 16. Eighty officers from the fraternities at UK participat- ed in the retreat. Paul Haire, IFC president, said, The main goal of the InterFraternity Council is to obtain full communica- tion between fraternities. And the IFC retreat is one way to help make that possible. The four top officers of IFC, known as the Executive Council, are elected by popular vote. The remaining ofe ficers are selected through individual ll RUSH RUSH RUSH ll interviews by the Executive Council. Projects of the IFC vary from year to year. Haire said, Basically, we do what we want. We like to have a dif- ferent project each year. For instance, this year our main function is rush. UK has 25 national fraternities ree presented on campus. Primary re- sponsibility for the operation of these groups rests with the fraternity advi- sor, Mike Palm, who is a member of the Dean of Students staff. Palm works with individual officers and members of each chapter, with chapter advisers, houses directors, alumni corporations and national of- ficers and representatives. He is con- cerned not only with recruitment of new members, but also with all other areas of fraternity operations such as scholarship, finance, leadership, per- sonal growth, and university involve- ment. Rush is an important part of Greek life. All men are invited to attend the various parties and events, allowing fraternity members a chance to get ac- quainted with students who hope to pledge. This period also gives students a chance to meet and talk with older college students. Bob Prichard, fresh- man, said, l'I Found rush to be the best way to meet people, although I feel that it is also a misconception. Some fraternities were really sincere in their efforts, but others seemed to be put- ting on a front. I noticed after rush was over, that they didn't seem to be as friendly. The primary reason for rush is, of course, recruiting new members. All good points of the fraternities were presented to us, said Clay Bromley, Freshman. The guys took us aside individually and told us everything we wanted to know. For example, they explained how inexpensive it is to live in a fraternity house, once you have joined. And several fraternities took us on tours of their houses. Parties are closely associated with rush, and are often responsible for identifying Greeks as party-ers . Mark Compton, freshman, said, Although the parties are a lot of fun, I don't think the Fraternities are look- Praternity members get comfortable to take notes at the IFC retreat. 22 e RUSH

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