FAQ
Below are some frequently asked questions (FAQ) we receive about G Phi D, membership into the fraternity, and other related topics. We hope that you question(s) are answered in this section of the website; however, if you have additional questions about the fraternity which are not addressed, please feel free to connect with us through our "Contact Us" section.
Why is Gamma Phi Delta a Christian Fraternity?
Does Gamma Phi Delta do more than host bible studies?
How much time is required?
Chapter members typically attend monthly meetings and participate in committee assignments. Beyond these obligations the time commitment that one chooses to invest in the organization is at their own discretion. The majority of members enjoy the comradeship and they are eager to participate in chapter functions, fellowship with the brotherhood and become officers and accept committee assignments. Even after earning a bachelor's degree, members have multiple opportunities to serve and give back to the fraternity. Clearly, members will get out the fraternal association as much as they invest. What you put into Gamma Phi Delta Christian Fraternity, Inc. is what you will get out of it.
What Is Hazing?
Gamma Phi Delta Christian Fraternity Incorporated has a zero tolerance policy on Hazing! “Hazing” means any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, occurring on or off the campus of an educational institution, by one person alone or acting with others, directed against a student, that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of pledging, being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in, or maintaining membership in an organization.
(A) any type of physical brutality, such as whipping, beating, striking, branding, electronic shocking, placing of a harmful substance in or on the body, or similar activity
(B) any type of physical activity, such as sleep deprivation, exposure to the elements, confinement in a small space, calisthenics, or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental or physical health or safety of the student
What Is Hazing?
Gamma Phi Delta Christian Fraternity Incorporated has a zero tolerance policy on Hazing! “Hazing” means any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, occurring on or off the campus of an educational institution, by one person alone or acting with others, directed against a student, that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of pledging, being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in, or maintaining membership in an organization.
(A) any type of physical brutality, such as whipping, beating, striking, branding, electronic shocking, placing of a harmful substance in or on the body, or similar activity
(B) any type of physical activity, such as sleep deprivation, exposure to the elements, confinement in a small space, calisthenics, or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental or physical health or safety of the student
(C) any activity involving consumption of a food, liquid, alcoholic beverage, liquor, drug, or other substance that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental or physical health or safety of the student
(D) any activity that intimidates or threatens the student with ostracism, that subjects the student to extreme mental stress, shame, or humiliation, that adversely affects the mental health or dignity of the student or discourages the student from entering or remaining registered in an educational institution, or that may reasonably be expected to cause a student to leave the organization or the institution rather than submit to acts described in this subdivision
(E) any activity that induces, causes, or requires the student to perform a duty or task that involves a violation of the Penal Code.
Under the Texas Education Code, Sections 4.51-4.58severe penalties such as jail sentences are applied to incidents of personal or organizational hazing.
An “organization” means a fraternity, sorority, association, corporation, order, society, corps, cooperative, club or service, social or similar group, whose members are primarily students at an educational institution. “Personal” means an individual.
Note: membership is responsible for adhering to all laws and guidelines as defined by the residing state, college/university, and national or school councils. Violation of the hazing policy will result in appropriate member discipline, to include probation through loss of membership.
Do you have a sister organization?
Yes, our sister organization is Alpha Lambda Omega Christian Sorority, Inc. founded in
1990. Their website is www.alocs.com
Greek Council Involvement
Gamma Phi Delta Christian Fraternity, Inc., is an official member United Council of Christian Fraternities and Sorority (UCCFS) on a national level. On universities and campuses where UCCFS is officially recognized and established as an active Greek Social council, chapters of Gamma Phi Delta shall be members of that local UCCFS council and participate in activities arranged by the council. On universities and campuses where the UCCFS is not an officially recognized and established, chapters of Gamma Phi Delta have permission to become members of and participate in activities with an officially recognized and established Greek Social council on a local level if the council. If a chapter of Gamma Phi Delta participates with a recognized and established Greek Social council on a local level, preference for the type of council shall be a Multicultural council.
National Conferences
Gamma Phi Delta Christian Fraternity, Inc. hosts a National Conference, bi-annually on even-numbered years. During odd-numbered years, Gamma Phi Delta does not host an official conference, but participates in the UCCFS “Stand As One” conference, held bi-annually on odd-numbered years.
The Legacy Clause for membership into the Fraternity
Membership into the fraternity sought by those who are related to a member of the fraternity shall be no different than any applying applicant. Certainly we want to encourage such type of members entering the organization, but they must fulfill all requirements for membership.
Honorary Membership
Honorary membership may be granted to those qualified applicants who have met the criteria set by the fraternity.
If I am not of African or African-American decent, can I join?
Certainly! Gamma Phi Delta Christian Fraternity, Inc., desires to reflect the body of Christ. We are interested in men who understand our vision, mission, and values and are willing to uphold and support those principles.