Rush Delta Phi

Epsilon chapter employs a rolling rush system. All male students not currently in a social fraternity are encouraged to come any time of year. During Fall and Spring rush periods we hold organized events for interested non-greek males to meet the brothers. Please visit our Events page for a list of our Rush Events.

For more information please read one of our brochures. You are also welcome to contact our Rush Chair, Andrew Lin, by e-mail at andylin@eden.rutgers.edu. If you want more info on getting involved, visit RU's Intrafraternity Council.

Joining a Fraternity: Explained

Many freshman come to college with no knowledge of the Greek system other than stereotypes they see on TV. The steps are fairly simple, but use some words that not all students are familiar with.

Rush

Rush Week is held officially towards the beginning of every semester. During this time, fraternities may hold Rush Events. Prospective Pledges (referred to as "Rushes") may attend Rush Events at any fraternity. This helps the Rush decide which fraternity he will accept a bid from. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at fraternities during Rush Week, regardless of age.

Bids

Bids are given by fraternities to Rushes that are a good fit. Some students rush multiple fraternities and must select one bid to accept. Once a bid is accepted, the Rush becomes a Pledge.

Pledging

Pledging is the way Pledges become brothers in most fraternities. No two fraternities have the same pledging process. Pledging is secretive and can be very controversial at some schools, but Rutgers University has a No Hazing policy that all Greek organizations must agree to obey.

Pledging allows a brotherhood and a pledge class to get to know one another. It helps brothers and pledges ensure that they are a good fit for one another.

Some fraternities do not have a pledging process at all. You just sign a piece of paper and become a brother. Our chapter does not believe that signing a piece of paper properly prepares pledges for brotherhood and we are more than a club for which anyone can sign up. The benefits of this can be seen in our strong friendships and lifelong brotherhood that begin during pledging.