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For the Parents
Parents are a child's first teachers in life, and their most
important role models. The Men of Theta Xi appreciate those
parents who take an active role in their child's college education.
As such, we encourage parents to be informed about their son's
choice to join a fraternity. The information below is designed
to provide answers to commonly asked questions. Should any concerns
arise, we urge you to contact Mr. John Nolfi, Sr., Chapter Advisor
at (765) 474-0078 or nolfijg@ecn.purdue.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my son be hazed?
Unfortunately, fraternities have gained a significant amount
of media attention in recent years due to rising concerns
for hazing. The fact is that these cases are in the minority.
Theta Xi Headquarters and Purdue both have a strict policy
on hazing, which in short, prohibits activities which could
harm a student mentally or physically. Theta Xi's membership
education process consists of classroom-style meetings and
reading which teaches the student about the history of the
Fraternity, and personal development. The textbook for this
process can be found here. For more information on these policies,
please visit the Purdue Policy on the web.
What is the position on alcohol?
Theta Xi permits legal consumption of alcohol in its Chapter
House, and at certain events. However, Theta Xi abides by
the Purdue Risk Management Policy and the laws of the State
of Indiana. Alcohol abuse by any member of the Fraternity
is not tolerated, and is referred either to the Chapter Advisor,
or the Fraternity's Substance Abuse Program.
What is the drug policy?
The use, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs is not
tolerated on any property owned, leased, or otherwise by Theta
Xi or its active members or at any Fraternity event. Any member
who uses, possesses, or distributes illegal substances on
Theta Xi property at any time is immediately disassociated
from the Fraternity, and evicted should he live in the Chapter
House.
Most people say that when a student joins a fraternity,
his grades go down. Is there any merit to this statement?
Freshman year is one of the hardest years of college.
This is because most people are adjusting to being on their
own and to the college life. Our membership education process
focuses on academics in that we require bi-weekly progress
reports from the student, and we inquire as to the level of
academic advising that the student is receiving. The Fraternity
has many faculty contacts at Purdue, and actively uses their
assistance to ensure that the student is guided in his choice
of major, course selection, and study habits.
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