What is expected of neophytes during initiation?

• A. Demonstrate character, commitment to principles, and willingness to serve.
• B. Display academic excellence only.
• C. Hold multiple leadership positions immediately.
• D. Remain silent until asked.

Answer: (A)

Initiation centers on living out the fraternity’s values—manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift—by showing character, staying true to pledged principles, and being willing to serve others. That broader expectation is why demonstrating character, commitment to those principles, and a readiness to serve best captures what neophytes are asked to prove. Focusing only on academic results misses the character and service aspect; seeking multiple leadership roles right away isn’t the point, and remaining silent doesn’t actively demonstrate the values the initiation seeks to cultivate.