1955 THE MCHIGAN DAILY 1955 THE MICHIGAN DAILY Fraternities To Give Traditional Serenades Ceremonies WillHonor 'Pinned Coeds Sounds of fraternity men ser- enading their favorite coeds will soon be heard all over campus, with each fraternity presenting its song in a unique manner, following the customs which have become traditional. The men of ,Sigma Chi can. be seen wearing white shirts as they approach the residence where the J serenade is to be given. They an- nounce themselves by singing "Hello My Honey". Their last song is the presenta- world famous "Sweetheart of tion of their arrangement of the Sigma Chi". As they begin the chorus, they gradually separate, making visible the flaming cross of their fraternity. The harmonizing of a quartet of the "Canoeing Song" heralds the presence of the men of Delta Upsilon. This quartet has become a traditional part of all their ser- enades. Phi Delta Theta fraternity al- ways sends one rose to the coed wearing their pin, immediately before they serenade her. The men always wear old clothes, as they try to keep the serenade as casual as possible. Renditions of their favorite songs are given, with "Smoke Rings" being outstanding. Spontaneous Serenade A medley of songs dedicated to the newly pinned women takes place at the Triangle house, soon after each pinning, with the formal serenade occuring later. The formal one is usually spon- taneous, to surprise the coed. Sigma Alpha Mu men begin their tribute as they approach, marching and singing. During the serenade which includes "The Wind Croons Me", their sweet- heart song, a m a m m o u t h "Sammy" pin is set aflame. Neon Sign Soon after becomming pinned by a Lambda Chi Alpha, a coed is sent a bouquet of flowers, which indicates that she will soon SPRING SERENADE-Beta Theta Pi fraternity, 1953 winners of the IFC Sing, serenade the Kappa Alpha Thetas in return for the support given them by the sorority at the annual Sing, which they won with their rendition of the "Battle Hymn of the Republic." be serenaded. The blue suits of' the men are contrasted by a large red and white neon sign, a dupli- cate of their pin, which they carry. The "Yale Marching Song" in- dicates that the Alpha Delta Phis are coming to serenade. They have an unusual custom of serenading coed residences the night before a holiday. A Delta Tau Delta who has pinned the coed being serenaded is required by his brothers to sing a solo to her, however, the others join him on the rest of the songs, including "My Queen of Delta Tau". Burning Cotton Burning cotton spread on the ground forming the Greek sym- bols of Beta Theta Pi produces the setting for this fraternity's vocal performances. It is a custom for the man whose coed is being ser- enadod to furnish his fraternity brothers with cigars in celebra- tion. The Alpha Tau Omega coed re- ceives the flowers of her choice before she is serenaded with "The Girl of My Dreams" and "The Sweetheart of ATO". The men attired semi-formally form a semi-circle under her win- dow, announcing themselves with the "Alpha Tau Omega Chant". They serenade only in honor of a pinning. Christmas Caroling Sigma Phi Epsilon serenades are illuminated by a glowing heart encircling the fraternity emblem. They also have a tradition of singing Christmas carols at every women's residence, just before the Christmas Vacation. Odd, ridiculous hats can be found at any Chi Psi song fest. They wear the most eccentric ones obtainable. On each of the three days pre- ceding a Theta Delta Chi sere- nade, a coed receives a red car- nation, and they sing to her around the flaming symbol of the fraternity. The men of Phi Kappa Tau try to serenade the coed on the same night she is pinned with the "Dream Girl of Old Phi Tau", a blazing symbol and presentation of a bouquet of flowers. Zeta Beta Tau highlights its arrival with each man carrying a lighted candle or torch, if the weather permits. The coed being serenaded by the "rounders" of Theta Xi is presented a dozen roses by the brother for whose coed the pre- ceding serenade was given. Coeds Honored At this time, the man who de- livers the roses, kisses the honored woman. Cigars, bizarre Plats and old clothes identify the Fijis, singing "She Phi Gamm's Dream Girl". The Pi Lambda Phis have a bonfire behind them while they are singing but a complete change of atmosphere arises later when they throw their recently pinned brother into the showers. Symbol Lighted Approaching a women's resi- dence, the men of Sigma Alpha Epsilon sing "Marching", and later on in the serenade during their sweetheart song, the Greek letters of the fraternity are lighted. Red roses are sent to the Chi Phi coed, and at her serenade the fraternity badge is burned giving off flames of scarlet and blue. One week before a serenade, the Sigma Phi house has a traditional ceremony initating the coed into the "Sig Sisters". All of the "Sis- ters" who were previously pinned, come to help her with the in- itiation. The coed receives a sweetheart badge, and if the couple becomes unpinned, the badge is not re- turned. As the Sigma Phis arrive they sing the "Alpha Marching Song" and "Sigma Phi Sweet- heart". Council Posts To Be Filled By Petitioning Six Positions on Board Offered To Students In Education School Petitioning for positions on the School of Education Council will open tomorrow and continue through Friday, Oct. 7. Six posts on the 16 member council are open. These include public relations chairman, who will handle the details of council publications and publicity, and special projects ychairman, who willarrange conferences, lectures and other professional activities. Four members-at-large will also be chosen. Pick Up Petitions Interested students may pick up petitions at the School of Educa- tion Office on the second floor of the University Elementary School. Any student in the education school is eligible to petition. Ac- cording to members of the present council graduate students and those majoring in music, art or physical education are especially urge4 to petition in order to as- sure a representative council. A coffee hour for students in- terested in obtaining a position has been scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Thursday in the education school lounge on the second floor of the elementary school. Members of the present council will be on hand to answer questions and offer sug- gestions. Past Activities At this time reports on past act- ivities of the council will be avail- able on the bulletin board in the lounge. A meeting planned especially for all transfers, freshmen and other students entering the school for the first time was held on Wednesday evening of Orientation Week. At this time new students had an opportunity to become familiar with the school and to meet both faculty and old stu- dents. Union Tryouts Union officials have an- nounced that posts are open for new men in the student of- fices. A tryout "smoker" at which men will have an opportunity to learn about the different ac- tivities will be held at 4 p.m. anti 7:15 p.m. Wednesday in room 3S of the Union. All men who are interested in 'working with the Union staff are encourage to attend. li 'II 1111 WAA Sports Clubs To Hold Fall Organizational Meetings Co-Rec Clubs ... Organized meetings for Women's Athletic Association clubs have been scheduled for the coming year. Five co-recreational clubs, with both men and women students taking part in activities, provide one of the most popular sports projects of the WAA. At 7:30 p.m. Friday, the Modern Dance Club will convene for all League Buro-Cats ToTrain Women In Various Jobs There will be a mass meeting for all women interested in join- ing the Buro-Cats at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, at the League. Through this organization Uni- versity coeds learn the intricate workings of the League by per- forming the numerous jobs which the League offers. Women attending this meeting will meet many of the League officers, including the chairman of Buro-Cats and the chairmen of the various committees within the organization. Buro-Cats is' composed of fvie committees which include the Secretariat with Marylen Segel as chairman and Receptionist with Sue Bergdahl as chairman. Alicia Tarrant heads the Senate Research Committee, Sally Glass the Art Committee and Maureen Isay the Activities Committee. Ericka Erskine, Second Vice- President of the League, is the chairman of the Buro-Cats. interested members in Barbour Gymnasium. Men and women interested in riding may attend the group's or- ganizational meeting at 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 3, in the small lounge of the Women's Athletic Building. Thy first session of the co-rec- r"ational Ballet Club will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, in the Barbour Gym Dance Studio, and the Badminton Club will hold its initial meeting at 7 p.m. Thurs- day, Nov. 10, in Barbour Gym. Men and women ice skaters, be- ginners or advanced, may attend the organizational meeting of the club at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, in the Women's Athletic Building. * *, ss Coed Clubs .. . Of the clubs for women only, three organizational meetings will be held Thursday. The golf and field hockey clubs will meet at 5:10 p.m. in the WAB, while the Tennis Club will hold its first meeting the same day at 7:30 p.m. in the WAB. Convening at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, in the WAB will be all coed rifle enthusiasts. Coeds interested in synchronized swimming may attend the Junior Michifish group meeting to be held at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19, at the women's pool. Fencing fans may attend the organizational meeting at 5:10 p.m. Monday, Oct..24 in the WAB. Gatherings of the Basketball Club will be held at 4:15 p.m. Wednesday and Friday, Nov. 9 and 11 in Barbour Gym. The organizational meeting for coeds interested in softball will be held at 3:15 p.m. Friday, April 13, in the WAB. I fin Important Integral Part of Your University Experience i a "BR 'SI G" You May Ciarge ....i at Mademoiselle -Merel Showing Your ID. ''f >ir cii M~b - ForTh Love of txury Which store has the Tom? We have, aturay.. because Todl Is Oato 's newest dream of a cashmere sweater, md our customers adore Daftous. TonI dips low for a dramatic seckline that's divinely flattering.100% pure Imported cashmere in O ttm'$ daring new co s. 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