Regent's Role in Initiation

The Regent is charged with initiating all pledges and must see that the Ritual is well rehearsed in detail by all participating officers together, and presented in a meaningful, dignified manner. Be sure that all of the ritualistic equipment and materials are on hand for the initiation. Scheduling and choosing a location for an initiation ceremony should be done carefully to maximize its effectiveness.

The ceremony of initiation is the most detailed presentation to the initiate of the ideals, principles, and secrets of the Fraternity. It is also a review of these for the members present. Therefore, to inspire and to educate, the presentation should be planned and executed with care. Room arrangement and lighting should be utilized to best advantage. The front of the room which the initiates face during the ceremony should especially be free of debris, book bags, extra or unnecessary furniture, etc. The presentation of the Ritual should be a tribute to the initiate and a credit to the officers and the Fraternity. Immediately after the initiation ceremony, see that the roll page of each new initiate is signed by the Regent, Scribe, Adviser (if present), and any visiting present or past national officer.

Promptly after the ceremony, the Regent should hold a closed conference with the new member(s) during which the secrets of the Fraternity are reviewed. At this time, burn or otherwise destroy all cards, notes, or post-its containing Ritual material. At the meeting following the initiation, the Regent should ask each initiate questions on the Fraternity's secrets which every member is expected to know.