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The founding principles of Alpha Sigma Phi, beautifully explained in our Ritual, guide us towards achievement of our ultimate human potential. This purpose is expressed simply in our open motto “To Better The Man.” Unfortunately, chapters may stray from these guiding principles from time to time. It is the responsibility of the Grand Council to provide chapters with specific guidance regarding their activities. Members of Alpha Sigma Phi – including, but not limited to, chapter officers, volunteer alumni advisors, and Fraternity Headquarters Staff – are expected to report violations of these policies immediately to the Grand Council through the National Headquarters. Violations of these policies cannot be tolerated, and the Grand Council will take action on each violation discovered. POLICY ON PRE-INITIATION ACTIVITIES AND HAZING Alpha Sigma Phi was founded upon sacred principles which include the Law of Brotherly Love. The Pledge Education Program a chapter develops should emphasize the development of brotherhood among all members, pledges and brothers alike. Pledge Education is also a time for learning about the Fraternity – its history, traditions, organizations and operation. Chapters that teach all these things to a pledge will be preparing him well for his responsibilities as a brother, and will secure the strength of the chapter into the future.

Unfortunately, sometimes a chapter will stray from the true purposes of pledge education and sanction activities that run counter to these purposes. It has therefore become necessary to develop a policy concerning these counter- productive activities, to insure that they are short-lived. The purpose of this policy is to provide for the health and safety of all Alpha Sigma Phi brothers and pledges, to encourage a strong sense of brotherhood within each chapter and colony, and to earn the respect of the campus and community by engaging in activities beneficial to those groups. Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity forbids its chapters and colonies to sponsor any pre- initiation activity that may be “dangerous” or “potentially dangerous” to the physical and mental health of any person, to the level of brotherhood within each of its chapters and colonies, and to the level of respect on campus and in the community of which all Alpha Sigma Phi brothers and pledges are worthy. “Sponsorship” is defined as “peer-group supported, “as well as a sanctioned activity.

ACTIVITIES INVOLVING ALCOHOL Activities engaged in by Alpha Sigma Phi chapters and chapter members should always comply with all state, local, and university rules and regulations, including those regarding alcohol and illegal drug usage. The following policy should be followed by every chapter and chapter member regarding the legal use of alcohol: 1.Alcoholic beverages shall not be purchased through the chapter treasury nor shall the purchase of same for members or guests be undertaken or coordinated by any member in the name o for on behalf of the chapter. 2.If a chapter allows members and guests to “bring their own” alcohol to chapter functions, then: Click Once

a.The Chapter is responsible for assuring that the alcohol is consumed legally and responsibly. b.The Chapter shall not allow individuals to make available common sources of alcohol (such as kegs, etc.) c.Alternative beverages (non-alcoholic) shall be provided. These should be set in plain sight, labeled as non-alcoholic. d.Food of substantial quality shall be made available, free of charge for everyone. (High protein foods, i.e. cheese, meats, unsalted nuts are strongly encouraged.) e.Rides or escorts shall be provided for those unable to drive or walk themselves home. 3.Alpha Sigma Phi chapters shall not sponsor “open parties” in any form. All parties shall be limited to chapter members and invitees. Capacity of any event should comply with the Fire Safety Codes set by the proper authority. Click Once

4.There shall always be two sober party monitors at every event who will be trained to deal with any situations as they arise. 5.Chapters shall not co-sponsor an event with an alcohol distributor, charitable organization or tavern (tavern defined as an establishment generating more than half of annual gross sales from alcohol) where alcohol is given away, sold or otherwise provided to those present. 6.All rush, pledging, and ritual activities associated with any chapter shall be non-alcoholic, Dry functions. 7.Chapter members shall not permit, tolerate, encourage or participate in “drinking games.” 8.Anyone arriving at an Alpha Sigma Phi even already intoxicated shall not be admitted to the function. 9.Chapters shall not co-sponsor or co-finance a function where alcohol is purchased by any of the host chapters, groups or organizations. Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity also adheres to the FIPG, Inc. and its Risk Management Policy. The Risk Management Policy of FIPG, Inc. includes the provisions which follow and shall apply to all fraternity parties and all levels of fraternity membership. Click Once

ALCOHOL AND DRUGS 1.The possession, use and/or consumption of ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, while on chapter premises, during an official fraternity event, or in any situation sponsored or endorsed by the chapter, must be in compliance with any and all applicable laws of the sate, province, county, city, and university. 2.No alcoholic beverages may be purchased though the chapter treasury nor may the purchase of same for members or guests be undertaken or coordinated by any member in the name of or on behalf of the chapter. 3.No chapter members, collectively or individually, shall purchase for, serve to, or sell alcoholic beverages to any minor (i.e., those under legal “drinking age”). 4.The possession, sale and/or use of any ILLEGAL DRUGS or CONTROLLED SUBTANCES at any chapter house, sponsored event or at any event that an observer would associate with the fraternity, is strictly prohibited. Click Once

5.No chapter may co-sponsor an event with an alcoholic distributor, charitable organization or tavern (tavern defined as an establishment generating more than half of annual gross sales from alcohol) where alcohol is given away, sold or otherwise provided to those present. 6.No chapter may co-sponsor or co-finance a function where alcohol is purchased by any of the host chapters, groups or organizations. 7.All rush activities associated with any chpater will be a DRY rush function. 8.OPEN PARTIES, meaning those with unrestricted access by non-members of the fraternity, without specific invitation, shall be prohibited. 9.No member shall permit, tolerate, encourage or participate in “drinking games.” 10.No alcohol shall be present at any pledge/associate member/novice program or activity of the chapter. Click Once

HAZING No chapter shall conduct hazing activities. Hazing activities are defined as: “Any action taken or situation created, intentionally, whether on or off fraternity premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Such activities may include but are not limited to the following: use of alcohol; paddling in any form; creation of excessive fatigue; physical and psychological shocks, guests, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, road trips or any other such activities carried on outside or inside of the confines of the chpater house; wearing of public apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in public stunts and buffoonery; moral degrading or humiliating games and activities; and any other activities which are not consistent with fraternal law, ritual or policy or the regulations and policies of the educational institution.” SEXUAL ABUSE The fraternity will not tolerate or condone any form of sexually abusive behavior on the part of its members, whether physical, mental or emotional. This is to include any actions which are demeaning to women including but not limited to date rape, gang rape or verbal harassment.

FIRE, HEALTH AND SAFETY 1.All chapter houses shall, prior to, during, and following occupancy, meet all local fire and health codes and standards. 2.All chapters must have posted by common phones, emergency numbers for fire, police and ambulance and must have posted evacuation routes from chpater houses, common areas as well as posted on the back of the door of each sleeping room. 3.All chapters shall comply with engineering recommendations as reported by the insurance company. 4.The possession and/or use of firearms or explosive devices of any kind within the confines and premises of the chpater house is expressly forbidden. EDUCATION Each student member, associate member and pledge shall be instructed annually on the Risk Management Policy of FIPG, Inc. Click Once