Pledge Education

Tyler Gerstenfeld ('05) congratulates Ashok Surapani ('06) and Seth Pavsner ('06) following their activation ceremony.

The primary objective of the Pledge Education Program is to build character by encouraging participation in the many aspects of life at Penn. One of the cardinal principles of the Program is that scholarship must be given the important position that it deserves in the life of every student. This attitude is enforced with study halls for pledges and is reflected in the scholastic achievements of the colony.

In addition, the program emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded personality and strong interpersonal skills to accompany intellectual achievement. Social activities, intramural athletics, and participation in campus activities all work to develop members and make the life of a Delt more enjoyable and rewarding.

Skills that are taught to pledges include leadership, teamwork, interpersonal skills, social skills, study skills, community service skills, goal setting, public speaking, planning and organization. Pledges are required to complete a series of tasks that exhibits and exemplifies these qualities.

The Delt's Pledge Education Program seeks to unify the pledge class and the entire chapter with the certainty that all will grow from the experiences shared. The primary responsibility of pledges is to establish the bonds of friendship among the pledges and active members of the chapter.

By drawing a pledge into the chapter, he is introduced to the goals of the fraternity. The chapter will help all pledges to attain their goals. The Delts all work to maintain a brotherhood in which each member can fully realize his potential as a student, as a citizen, and as a man.

Should you have any questions about our pledge education program, do not hesitate to contact our Pledge Educator.