Phikeia Study Guide via Mikey

Great Snowball Rebellion

The students at Miami University were protesting against the campus administration. They chose to do so by barricading the entrance to the main administrative building with snow and debris. After it was removed overnight, the next day, they did it all over again. Only this time, they used more snow and debris. In retaliation, the administration expelled quite a few students, which included most of the Greek students on campus. Which event does this passage describe?

Union Triad

Kappa Alpha Society, Sigma Phi, Delta Phi

Miami Triad

Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi

George Banta Sr. and Walter B. Palmer

The "Second Founders"

Phi Beta Kappa

The FIRST Greek-Letter Organization, founded in 1776

Robert Morrison

The original founder of Phi Delta Theta

Morton George Williams

The First Initiated Member of Phi Delta Theta

Guy Potter Benton and George Banta Sr.

Two Phi's Honored by Women's Fraternities

December 26th, 1848 at the University of Miami, Oxford, Ohio.

When and where was Phi Delta Theta founded?

Robert Morrison, John McMillan Wilson, Robert Thompson Drake, John Wolfe Lindley, Ardivan Walker Rodgers, Andrew Watts Rogers

Who are the Immortal Six?

Friendship, Sound Learning, Rectitude

What are the 3 Cardinal Principles?

First fraternity was founded (1776), Union Triad was formed at Union College (1825), Miami Triad was formed at Miami University (1839), The Great Snowball Rebellion at Miami University (January 12, 1848), Phi Delta Theta was founded (December 26th, 1848)

Put these in order of occurrence:

Walter B Palmer- simplified to "friendship, sound learning, and rectitude"

Who articulated our cardinal principles as we know them today?

Friendship

Which cardinal principle was derived from the relationship between the ancient Greeks and Romans? (Hint: it helps emphasize the give and take that can take place in the symbiotic relationship between a member and the organization)

In Phi Delta Theta, friendships are not just about spending time together, playing sports, and partying. They can help you in the following ways except:

Brotherhood

Based on caring and respect, holding brothers to high standard, and being your brother's keeper

Friendship

External to Phi Delta Theta, based on exchange of ideas and mutual betterment, and improves our ability to practice the other Cardinal Principles

Academic & Scholarship, Common Interests, Health & Wellness, Shared Circumstances, Social

Brotherhood is a deep friendship that is healthy and involves mutual trust, support, and accountability. Select all of the positive benefits brotherhood provides:

"Both alone and with my Phikeia brothers" and "do my best to incite a like respect and reverence in my Phikeia brothers and in every member of this chapter"

Which two lines of the Phikeia Oath help us further understand the cardinal principle of Friendship?

Intellectual curiosity and a search for the knowledge of the unknown

Which of these best describes the cardinal principle of Sound Learning?

True

Sound Learning is more than just scholarship, but involves learning new skills, practicing those skills, and applying knowledge to different situations.

Preparing for class, Dealing with test anxiety in a healthy way, Utilizing my university's resources, Setting short-term and long-term goals, Taking classes based on professor ratings

Which of the following are the most effective ways to practice scholastic success?

Networking

All of the following are positive benefits of Sound Learning found in Phi Delta Theta except for which statement?

Taking advantage of mentorship opportunities, Utilizing the PDT Foundation Scholarship Program, Going to leadership experiences/institutes,

Select all of the following ways that you can practice Sound Learning:

Rectitude

Which cardinal principle can be defined as the idea of moral integrity or correctness of judgement?

To always do what is right or morally sound no matter how hard it may be

What is the best interpretation of the following quote? "To do what ought to be done, but would not be done unless I did it, I thought to be my duty. " - Robert Morrison

"Uphold the honor and dignity of Phi Delta Theta", "I will stand firm for the ideals and sacred things of my Fraternity, both alone and with my Phikeia brothers", "Obey the laws of the Fraternity, and do my best to incite a like respect and reverence in my Phikeia brothers and in every member of this chapter"

Select all pieces of the Phikeia Oath that help us further understand the cardinal principle of Rectitude:

True

If a new member consents to take part in a hazing activity such as forced alcohol consumption, that activity is still considered hazing by law.

A LiveLikeLou Foundation program that involves raising $1000 and completing an athletic goal

What is the Iron Phi program?

Living by a personal code of ethics and "Doing what ought to be done.", Taking a pause before making a significant decision to consider all ramifications., Giving of your time and talent to make a positive impact in the lives of others

Select all that are examples of exhibiting Rectitude:

True

The LiveLikeLou Foundation is focused on facilitating learning among ALS researchers, supporting innovative research centers, and giving children of ALS families life-enhancing experiences and financial assistance as they pursue higher education dreams.

Provide an extremely intoxicated brother water and encourage him to throw up and sleep it off

Rectitude involves being a pro-social bystander. Which of the following bystander strategies does not exemplify rectitude?

All general power and responsibility is through the General Council, elected via General Convention.

What are the powers and responsibilities of the General Council? How are they elected?

The Bond, written by Robert Morrison and John McMillian Wilson

What is the supreme governing document of the Fraternity and who were the authors?

B: Based on caring and respect, holding brothers to high standard, and being your brother's keeper

F: External to Phi Delta Theta, based on exchange of ideas and mutual betterment, and improves our ability to practice the other Cardinal Principles

How would you describe the difference between friendship and brotherhood?

Social Media marketing, hosting intramural tournaments (spikeball, flag football, etc)

Share two strategies for successful new member recruitment.

Not only scholarship but to improve in all aspects of life, communication skills, friendships, etc.

Define Sound Learning and share an example of how you plan to uphold this cardinal principle in your daily life.

Apply the STOP Model for bystander intervention to a potentially high-risk situation in which you proactively intervene as "Your Brother's Keeper."

"One Man is No Man"

What is the Open Motto's literal translation and more free interpretation?

Lou Gehrig

Select a Famous Phi and give an example of how they exemplified the cardinal principles.

List your top three personal values and explain how these values will contribute to the future success of your chapter/colony.

The Phikeia Oath serves as the foundation for your experience in Phi Delta Theta. In your own words, explain how you will apply these principles to support and enhance your personal goals and trajectory.