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Panhellenic Association at The University of Tampa Formal Recruitment 2014 Rho Gamma Application
Application Deadline: Wednesday February 19, 2014, at 5p.m. to The Office of Student Leadership and Engagement (VC 215) (When turning in application, please sign up for an interview time) Interview Schedule: Sunday, February 23 10AM-3PM

Rho Gamma Training Schedule & Meetings Friday March 28, 2014- Saturday March 29, 2014 Off-Campus Retreat (If you cannot attend this training, please do not apply) We will depart campus mid-afternoon on Friday and return after dinner on Saturday. Summer 2014 All Rho Gammas should plan on interacting with PNMs who register over the summer via email and Facebook. Training and meeting schedule for Fall 2014 semester, TBA. Expect the first meeting to be the day before the first day of classes on Sunday, August 24, from 10A-6P. Fall schedule will include open house, tailgate, information sessions, etc. (Final recruitment schedule to be completed by end of spring semester.) Friday September 5, 2014- Monday September 8, 2014 Fall 2014 Formal Recruitment & Bid Night Questions or Concerns Contact: Brent Grunig, Coordinator of Fraternity and Sorority Life, bgrunig@ut.edu Jordan Fink, Panhellenic Vice President of Recruitment Development, jordan.fink@spartans.ut.edu

Position Notification: Candidates will be notified of their status by Friday, March 7, 2014.

Qualifications of a Recruitment Guide: The recruitment guide (Rho Gamma) is expected to be: Full time student at The University of Tampa Be in good standing, including finances, with The University of Tampa, and her fraternity/sorority. Have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) equal to or above a 2.7. Be an initiated member of her chapter Agree to attend all Rho Gamma training events and meetings. Failure to attend will result in immediate disqualification of applicant. An impartial representative of the Panhellenic Association, who understands and implements the purposes and goals of the Panhellenic Association in membership recruitment. An enthusiastic person of the fraternal community who is able to convey this enthusiasm to PNMs. One who exhibits objectivity and an inclusive attitude with respect to each member group in the Panhellenic Association and have a willingness to share positive information about each chapter. Team player, able to take initiative while collaborating as a whole with other Rho Gammas and her individual partner. An active listener, approachable, sensitive, positive, perceptive, and able to maintain confidentiality. A responsible, dependable, and resourceful person in obtaining information and providing answers to difficult questions. Willing to contribute personal time, complete all training and execute assigned responsibilities with enthusiasm and sincerity during the entire membership recruitment process. Duties of the Recruitment Guide: Attends all recruitment guide training sessions and completes responsibilities, including Panhellenic recruitment tabling during the spring and fall semester. Explains all procedures and answers questions concerning the mechanics of membership recruitment and recruitment activities. Stimulates and maintains interest in the recruitment process and in joining a womens fraternity/sorority. Keeps all information confidential regarding conversations with PNMs. Monitors the PNMs progression through the membership recruitment process. Be willing to act as a role model and support for PNMs even after the recruitment process has ended. Is available the entire time during recruitment for the PNMs to address concerns and offer guidance in one-on-one counseling situations. Escorts recruitment group to Panhellenic-scheduled functions and recruitment events but does not attend the individual chapters recruitment events. Reinforces position as a neutral representative of the Panhellenic Association by refraining from contact with her own fraternity/sorority and from revealing affiliation until after recruitment is over. (Disaffiliation Ceremony will occur during spring retreat-this will not limit you from attending spring formals or philanthropy events for your chapter.) Models the Panhellenic Creed. Understands the procedure for reporting possible recruitment violations and reports such concerns to the Panhellenic Association President or Panhellenic Association advisor immediately. Understands that the recruitment guide is authorized to file recruitment violations, though it is not her primary or central responsibility.

Applicant Information: Name:__________________________________________ Student ID Number:_______________________________________ Email:__________________________________________________________ Phone:_______________________________________ UT Box Number:___________ Academic Year:_____________________________ Cumulative GPA:_____________ Sorority/Fraternity Affiliation:_____________________________________ Initiation Date:____________________ Please attach a one-page resume Include Greek, campus, community, and volunteer experiences. Please answer the following questions on a separate piece of paper: 1. Why did you choose to join a sorority? 2. How do you define leadership? 3. What do you see as the most important responsibility of a Recruitment Guide (Rho Gamma)? 4. Why do you want to be a part of the Rho Gamma team? 5. What qualities do you have that would make you a good Rho Gamma? Please complete the following Personal InventoryIndicate how true each statement is of you: There are no right or wrong answers. Your responses will help us pair you with another recruitment guide, so please answer as accurately as possible. 1. I try to avoid activities where I have to act without much time to think first. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Very true of me 2. I will often say whatever comes into my head. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 3. I deal well with conflict. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 5 5 6 6 7 7 Very true of me Very true of me

4. Often, I dont spend enough time thinking over a situation before I act. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Very true of me 6. I work well with others. Not at all true of me 5. Being respected by my peers is important me. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me

7. I tend to be optimistic. Not at all true of me

8. I dont like to make decisions; I prefer to go along with what others decide. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Very true of me 9. I prefer working out problems slowly and carefully. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 10. I am easily approachable by others. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 7 Very true of me Very true of me

11. Most of the time, I can put my thoughts into words very rapidly. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 12. I easily make friends. Not at all true of me 14. I am an extrovert. Not at all true of me 13. I am good at careful reasoning. Not at all true of me 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 7

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Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me

15. I am good at sensing how others around me are feeling. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6

16. I often say and do things without considering the consequences. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

17. It will be very difficult to not talk to my friends during disaffiliation. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Very true of me 19. I am good at keeping secrets. Not at all true of me 1 2

18. Before making any important decision, I carefully weigh the pros and cons. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Very true of me 20. I am usually late for appointments. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me Very true of me

21. I appreciate each sororitys values and goals. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4 22. I have judged other sororities before. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 4

23. I am a leader. Not at all true of me

24. I dont like to hear about others problems. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4

25. I get frustrated when things arent perfect. Not at all true of me 1 2 3 4

By submitting my application, I agree to adhere to the following expectations: 1. Support the mission, values, and vision of the Panhellenic Association 2. Attend all Recruitment Guide meetings and training sessions 3. Model the Panhellenic Creed 4. Act as an impartial representative of the Panhellenic Association, and upholds and reinforces all recruitment rules and NPC Unanimous Agreements. 5. Allow OSLE and Panhellenic Executive Board to check my GPA information for minimum GPA requirement. 6. Conduct record will be checked and reviewed. Candidate should not be on any current University probation or suspension with all past incident sanctions fully completed.

I,_______________________________________, have read, understand and agree to abide by the above requirements, the duties of the recruitment guide, and qualifications of the recruitment guide and am willing to meet all these expectations. If selected, I will attend all recruitment guide training sessions and meetings and perform my duties to the best of my ability. Signature: ___________________________________________________________ Date:___________________________