DELTA CHAPTER
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Interested in Greek Life but don’t know where to turn? Check out some of the most common questions parents and students have about Greek Life. If that is not enough, there are plenty of resources out there such as getting in touch with the Office of the Dean of Students and Sorority and Fraternity Life. Our national website is www.OmegaDeltaPhi.com is also filled with information. If you have more questions, please contact our President, or any other brother for more information.
ARE THERE REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER TO PLEDGE?
Yes. In order to begin the pledge process you must have completed at least 12 hours of college credit, a minimum 2.5 grade point average, enrolled full time (12 hours or more) at TAMU, you MUST attend one information session about our brotherhood, and MUST attend one service event during rush.
IS OMEGA DELTA PHI ONLY FOR LATINOS?
Although founded mainly by Latinos, the Fraternity has traditionally always been open to men of different backgrounds, as demonstrated through its “One Culture, Any Race” motto. Our Chapter (Chi) has Brothers from different nationalities and religions, and nationwide is no different.
WHAT IS A PROBATE/NEW MEMBER PRESENTATION?
A probate is a ceremony where the newest members of a fraternity or sorority are introduced to the Greek community. This normally includes masks covering the faces of those who were pledging until they are revealed as the newest member of their respective organization. You can watch our most recent probates/new member presentations here.
ARE THERE REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER TO PLEDGE?
Yes. In order to begin the pledge process you must have completed at least 12 hours of college credit, a minimum 2.5 grade point average, enrolled full time (12 hours or more) at TAMU, you MUST attend one information session about our brotherhood, and MUST attend one service event during rush.
HOW MUCH ARE DUES?
Omega Delta Phi is a non-profit organization. Dues are $250 per semester and go directly to insurance for Brothers, as well as supporting National and Regional conferences that occur every semester, and to support Brotherhood events. If monetary issues concern you, please contact our Director of Finance or our President for more details.
HOW MUCH ARE DUES?
Omega Delta Phi is a non-profit organization. Dues are $250 per semester and go directly to insurance for Brothers, as well as supporting National and Regional conferences that occur every semester, and to support Brotherhood events. If monetary issues concern you, please contact our Director of Finance or our President for more details.
WHAT TYPE OF EVENTS DOES THE CHAPTER HOST?
ODPhi prides itself on being a diverse Fraternity on all aspects. We have held social and service events with a variety of organizations at Texas A&M University. These range from an annual Pi-a-Knight funraiser to co-hosted service events, and club parties. You will have the ability to make a difference in the community by being involved with various service projects, such as Reading Knights.
WHAT TYPE OF EVENTS DOES THE CHAPTER HOST?
ODPhi prides itself on being a diverse Fraternity on all aspects. We have held social and service events with a variety of organizations at Texas A&M University. These range from an annual Pi-a-Knight funraiser to co-hosted service events, and club parties. You will have the ability to make a difference in the community by being involved with various service projects, such as Reading Knights.
WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT AS A BROTHER?
ODPhi can become whatever you make of it. We currently have 25+ Active Brothers; every Brother holds at least one leadership position in the Fraternity or holds one in another organization. While there is no concrete time commitment, there is a chapter meeting every week, which lasts about an hour and a half. However, we understand Academics are a priority, issues come up, and Brothers may be busy. If that is the case, the Brotherhood makes sure to take the load off of a busy Brother in order for him to focus on other priorities.
WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT AS A BROTHER?
ODPhi can become whatever you make of it. We currently have 25+ Active Brothers; every Brother holds at least one leadership position in the Fraternity or holds one in another organization. While there is no concrete time commitment, there is a chapter meeting every week, which lasts about an hour and a half. However, we understand Academics are a priority, issues come up, and Brothers may be busy. If that is the case, the Brotherhood makes sure to take the load off of a busy Brother in order for him to focus on other priorities.
WILL JOINING A FRATERNITY HURT MY GPA?
The all-Greek grade point average is consistently higher than the all-student grade point average. That being said, ODPhi makes sure to have study rooms every week in which Brothers go to and study together. Brothers are always helping each other in different subjects in which we excel. Our Internal Vice President watches over Brothers’ grades every semester. If they fall below a 2.5, that Brother must fill quarterly progress reports and meet with their professors for Office Hours.
WILL JOINING A FRATERNITY HURT MY GPA?
The all-Greek grade point average is consistently higher than the all-student grade point average. That being said, ODPhi makes sure to have study rooms every week in which Brothers go to and study together. Brothers are always helping each other in different subjects in which we excel. Our Internal Vice President watches over Brothers’ grades every semester. If they fall below a 2.5, that Brother must fill quarterly progress reports and meet with their professors for Office Hours.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGE OF BECOMING A BROTHER?
While we cannot say Omega Delta Phi is the right choice, we can give you an insight to the Brotherhood. Becoming a Brother of ODPhi allows you to go to numerous service and social events as well as meet a unique and diverse community. You will have an opportunity to become a leader in the TAMU community and you will form a network of Brothers, both Undergraduate, and Alumni, throughout the country that will always support you and offer their help.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGE OF BECOMING A BROTHER?
While we cannot say Omega Delta Phi is the right choice, we can give you an insight to the Brotherhood. Becoming a Brother of ODPhi allows you to go to numerous service and social events as well as meet a unique and diverse community. You will have an opportunity to become a leader in the TAMU community and you will form a network of Brothers, both Undergraduate, and Alumni, throughout the country that will always support you and offer their help.
WHAT IS OMEGA DELTA PHI’S PRIMARY GOAL?
When the Fraternity was founded by seven young visionaries at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, the goal was, and still is, to graduate all Brothers while giving back to the community. Omega Delta Phi identifies itself as a Service/Social Fraternity.
WHAT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES EXIST FOR ME?
ODPhi enables each and every single one of our brothers to become a leader in the community. Brothers can rise and truly show their greatness, making a big impact in the community. Leadership is comprised of anything from taking initiative in Service Programs, such as the Young Knights Leadership Academy, to taking leadership roles in Greek Life or other student groups. We have had Brothers take leadership roles in various organizations around campus.
I AM A PARENT AND HAVE MORE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FRATERNITY. WHO CAN I CONTACT?
We are more than happy to provide parents and families with additional information. To understand Omega Delta Phi better, you can contact our President and/or our Vice President. These two will be more than happy to answer emails, talk over the phone, or meet in person to discuss fraternity life.