Here you can find fast answers to most frequently asked questions concerning Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship, Inc.® membership and in-take process.
Question: How do I become a member?
Answer: You must apply in order to participate in our Rites of Passage Program. A completed application, along with the additional required documents must be submitted in order to receive approval as a participant in the Rites of Passage Program.
Question: Where can I get an application?
Answer: For your convenience, you may complete an Online Membership Application. You may also obtain an application from any chapter member, a Regional Administrator, or the National Graduate and Undergraduate Affairs Officers. If those options do not work for you, you are welcomed to complete our Membership Inquiry Form so a membership application can be sent to you.
Question: What is the Rites of Passage Program?
Answer: Our Rites of Passage Program is a project-driven process. It is designed to allow you to gain a deeper knowledge of yourself, your culture, and this organization. There is absolutely no hazing involved and no physically strenuous or degrading activities.
Question: What if there is no chapter in my area, can I still become a member?
Answer: Definitely. Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship, Inc.® welcomes the opportunity to grow our membership base. This is why we have seven designated Regional Administrators across the U.S. who not only maintain current chapters, but work to recruit in areas where we are not currently represented.
Question: Why is your organization non-Greek?
Answer: Our organization was founded by twelve remarkable, young women who were determined to offer an alternative to sorority and Greek life for women of color. These bold women challenged the norm and established a true sisterhood that promoted knowledge of self, activism, and individuality.
Question: Can I belong to or become a member of a Greek-letter sorority while I am a member of Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship, Inc. ®?
Answer: We will not accept members who belong to one of the four Black Greek Lettered sororities or allow the continued membership of any member who becomes a member of one of these sororities. However, academic, business, or service fraternity/sorority membership is allowed.
Question: If you are non-Greek, then why is the Greek letter “phi” in your name?
Answer: The “phi” in our name does not represent the Greek letter phi, but is an acronym. Actually, SWING PHI SWING in its entirety is an acronym.
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