Alpha Gamma Rho
Alpha Gamma Rho | |
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ΑΓΡ | |
Founded | October 10, 1904 Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio |
Type | Social fraternity |
Affiliation | NIC |
Scope | United States |
Motto | To Make Better Men |
Colors | Dark Green Gold |
Symbol | Sickle and Sheaf |
Flower | Pink Rose |
Chapters | 71 |
Headquarters | 1333 NW Vivion Rd, Suite 110 Kansas City, MO 64118 US |
Website | Official website |
Alpha Gamma Rho (ΑΓΡ; commonly known as AGR) is a social and professional agriculture-focused
Founding
The fraternity considers the
The four pillars of Alpha Gamma Rho are recruitment, commitment, education, and recognition. These four pillars, built upon a firm foundation, support and maintain the integrity of our brotherhood. One of AGR’s earliest Grand President’s, S.K. Bjoronson (North Dakota State) said, "I want her men to be leaders of the future, not because they are my Fraternity Brothers, but because I believe them to be the strongest of character and the most honorable and resolute of the times. I want each of them, by their deeds and actions, to justify the existence of Alpha Gamma Rho." The Brotherhood Covenant pillars make up the principles that Alpha Gamma Rho brothers are expected to live by. Once initiated, each member is required to sign the Covenant.[2]
Notable members
Chapters
Local chapter or member misconduct
In 2015, the chapter at
In 2016, the chapter at Oregon State University was suspended following multiple hazing and harassment violations dating back to 2012. The chapter can apply for reinstatement in 2021.[5]
In 2018, the chapter at University of Minnesota was suspended after one of its members, Dylan Fulton, was found dead following a night of drinking. After an investigation, it was determined Fulton had died of alcohol poisoning.[6]
See also
References
- ^ "Chapter List". Alpha Gamma Rho. Retrieved 27 October 2014.
- ^ "History | Alpha Gamma Rho". www.alphagammarho.org. 22 May 2019. Retrieved 2019-08-28.
- ^ Giraldo, Diana; Vargas, Karina; Vieira, Paul (2015-09-18). "Alpha Gamma Rho suspended for hazing, alcohol to minors". The Collegian. Retrieved 2020-10-25.
- ^ Mattos, Christian; Salazar, Hayley; Rowe, Brandon (2017-11-08). "Once suspended, fraternity aims to be 'shining light' at university". The Collegian. Retrieved 2020-10-25.
- ^ Gazette-Times, JAMES DAY Corvallis (16 May 2016). "OSU fraternity suspended for 5 years". Corvallis Gazette Times.
- ^ Busche, Kelly (October 11, 2018). "UMN responds to alcohol-related fraternity death". mndaily.com. Retrieved 2020-10-25.
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