Γo the University of Florida And to Its Fraternity System Dear Prospective Fraternity Man: Γo New Students at the University: As a representative of the Florida fraternity As a fraternity man, I believe in fraternities men, I have the chance to welcome you to our cam- and fully appreciate the contributions they can pus. We are glad you are here. The University of nake to individual development and the constructive Florida each year has the reputation of bringing top nd wholesome influence they can exert on the cam- men to this school. Because of this we like to think us. Obviously, a fraternity's value to its members that we have a top-notch fraternity system. If and to the institution which sponsors it is measured you will take time to look around you, you will see y the support of the virtues to which it subscribes. that the fraternities are the backbone of every im- For those who desire to become fraternity men portant activity on campus. They are leading the and are invited to do so, the benefits to be gained way toward high achievement. I hope that you will are directly related to one's contributions. This im- seriously consider becoming a part of this group. olies personal and group responsibilities of the high- As you enter college life I can only tell you that UF PRES. REITZ st order. In working constructively as a group, you have many rewarding days ahead. A fraternity I great force for good is released on the campus. experience will greatly help to enrich this reward. Scholarship is extolled, extracurricular activities are Fraternities are by nature well rounded, and because guided into the most constructive channels, a greater of this you may reap the many benefits they offer. pirit of loyalty to the institution is developed, and Of course, as you can easily see, fraternity life is 1 pattern of conduct is established which permeates only a part of college life, but it can be the best he entire University. The extent to which these part. We sincerely hope that you will take part in our ims and objectives are practiced is the measure of rush program. During this time you will get a fraternity's value to its members and to the Uni- chance to know us better. You will see how we live, versity. and what we are like. Taking an active part in May these responsibilities and opportunities ever rush is the first step to becoming a fraternity man. e a challenge to all fraternity men. Take the next step, and pledge a fraternity. You will never regret it. J. Wayne Reitz (Sigma Chi) Pete Sealey (Beta Theta Pi) President President University of Florida IFC PRES. SEALEY Interfraternity Council THE GATOR GREEK Published by the University of Florida Interfraternity Council Vol. I, No. 5 GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA September 1961 Rush To Begin September 22 Rush Rules 2-Week Program Officially Begins Set By IFC With Rush Forum I. RUSHEE DEFINED By DAVID WEST A rushee is any male who (Kappa Alpha) has completed less than 12 Fraternity rush will begin Fri- hours, including summer day, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. with the school, at the University of Interfraternity Council Rush Fo- Florida. rum. II. CLOSED RUSH All UF males except those who A. There will be no rushing scored less than 300 on senior September 16 through placement tests will be eligible to September 22 except as be rushed. provided for in Art. IV On Saturday (Sept. 23) open Sec. A. houses will be held at all fraterni- B. There will be no rushing ty houses before and after the on Thursday, September football game with Clemson. At 28 which will be closed this time rushees will be able to go for study and reorgani- to the fraternity houses they chose zation. (A similar system will be used for III. INFORMAL RUSH the FSU game the following week- A. Football games, Septem- A COMMON SCENE DURING UF RUSH ACTIVITIES end). ber 23 and 30 will be con- White Shirts and Ties Are in Order sidered "Open Houses". (Cont. Page 4, Col. 3) B. All rushees must leave fraternity houses by 1:30 at 12 midnight, Wednes- a.m. Sunday, September day, October 4.) RUSH SCHEDULE B. There will be no individu- 24 and October 1. IV. FORMAL RUSH al or group rushing out- Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Formal Rush will begin side fraternity houses ex- Sunday, September 24, 2:00 cept as provided in Art. Sept. 17 Sept. 18 Sept. 19 Sept. 20 Sept. 21 Sept. 22 Sept. 23 IV. Sec. A. p.m. and extend through Freshmen Presidents Football Wednesday, October 4, 5:00 C. No alcoholic beverages Check in & Rush Rush cards sold at Game will be served at rush Housing Enforcement information booth UF vs Clemson p.m. The following rush Areas Officials across from the Hub Open Houses functions. Meeting 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Open Rush rules will be in effect during 3:00 p.m. D. No women will be allow- Formal Rush. Rm. 129, A. Fraternity men may en- ed in fraternity houses Tigert Hall ORIENTATION during formal rush. IFC Rush ter men's residence halls Forum p.m. on the following dates: Housemothers, parents Rush cards sold in Friday, September 22- and guardians are the Gymnasium One hour after last orien- only exceptions. Sept. 24 Sept. 25 Sept. 26 Sept. 27 Sept. 28 Sept. 29 Sept. 30 E. All entertainment must tation function until 12 originate within the fra- OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE SMOKERS SMOKERS CLOSED SMOKERS Football midnight. 2:00-5:00 7:00-9:00 7:00-8:00 7:00-8:00 DATE 7:00-8:00 Game ternity and none will be 7:00-9:30 8:00-9:00 8:00-9:00 NO 8:00-9:00 UF vs FSU Saturday, September 23 Rush cards sold at RUSHING Open Houses -8:00 a.m. until 12 mid- hired. Any questions information booth Open Rush night. concerning entertainment across from the Hub 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. should be directed to the Sunday, September 24- Rush Coordinator. 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Oct. Oct. 2 Oct. Oct. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 6 Oct. 7 10:30 p.m. until 12 mid- F. Refreshments for the RUSH DATES DINNER & DINNER & Pledge OPEN Open Houses and Smok- SMOKER SMOKER Cards RUSH night. 1:00-3:00 4:30-7:00 4:30-7 :00 Available BEGINS Saturday, September 30 ers must be limited to 3:00-5:00 7:00-9:00 7:00-9:00 PLEDGING 5:00-7:00 5:00 -8:00 a.m. until 12 mid- cigaretts, soft drinks, (Dinner) night. and mints. 7:30-9:30 (BY INVITATION ONLY) (These restrictions end (Cont. Page 4, Col. 1)