List of Zeta Iota Chapter Social Events

This page is dedicate to all the social events Zeta Iota has ever had.

2011 Spring

“Pi Day” Pizza Party

• 14 March 2011, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Campion Student Center (The Fish Bowl)

The Social Committee decided that it would be a great idea to celebrate “Pi Day,” a special holiday commemorating the famous mathematical constant Pi (π). The initiates who participated in the event enjoyed feasting on pizza pies, conversing with one another and reconnecting, especially since this event took place right after our Spring break. Initiates also had the opportunity to participate in engaging interview sessions with one another, bonding while also having the chance to complete necessary interviews in a relaxed atmosphere.

Bowling Night

• 18 March 2011, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Playhouse Lanes

Two members volunteered their vehicles, and a total of ten initiates went to Playhouse Lanes. We split into two groups of five and bowled right next to each other, completing a total of two games. Members had a great time cheering on their fellow brothers-to-be, even if they got a gutter ball! Especially whenever one got a strike or spear, shouts of enthusiasm echoed throughout the bowling alley, exhibiting to all our vivacity and spirit. Furthermore, whenever a song came up on the loudspeakers, initiates excitedly danced to the lively music. Though we thoroughly enjoyed this event, attendance was limited because of the lack of available vehicles. Prior to planning this event, we had not been aware that we needed to reserve vans two weeks in advance in order to use the university’s vehicles. As not many of us have cars on campus, we were only able to get two cars on the night that we needed them. Consequently, only ten of us had a means of getting to the bowling alley, which was located a significant distance from our campus.

Nara Japanese Restaurant Trip

• 26 March 2011, 9:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Nara Restaurant, University City Philadelphia

Our colony wanted to plan a social event that would allow everyone to 1) gather and acquaint with each other, 2) share a meal that promoted fellowship and 3) expose us to a variety of cuisines we do not ordinarily enjoy. We all met at the Overbrook Train Station a few blocks down from Saint Joseph’s University and took the train into the city. We then arrived at the restaurant and were immediately seated by the waiter at a unique table built into the ground that really exuded the cultural feel of Japan. Not knowing what to order, everyone ordered a different dish, including Yasai Tempura, Pork Shogayaki, Tekkadon, and Dragon Rolls. Going to Nara really allowed everyone to get a feel for unfamiliar cuisines and also enabled initiates to talk and get to know each other in a fun setting with food. The restaurant also played great music and our group proceeded to sing along and dance, making our waiters chuckle in delight. Overall, the trip was very successful: everyone had a terrific time and we are all looking forward to heading back to Nara in the future! There was a misunderstanding regarding the train departure time at Overbrook station, and as a result, participants ended up waiting over half an hour for the next train.

Baking Night

• 6 April 2011, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Wynnewood Hall

The social committee planned an official baking night to be held in Wynnewood Hall. Initiates brought various baking supplies and ingredients, including pans, bowls, oil, vanilla frosting, chocolate frosting, eggs, cupcake mix and brownie mix. We played music while preparing the baked goods and had a fun time talking to each other and making a mess (not all of us are gifted bakers)! By the end of the night, we were stuffed with sweet goodness. Baking sessions in the future would be more successful if they were held over the weekend. Having the baking get together on a week night was not the smartest idea, especially since many of us had homework and tests the very next day. Also, we baked much more than all of us could eat, so we had to worry about who would take home the extra baked goods

Initiate Lunch

• Throughout the Semester, Free Period
• Campion Dining Hall (DB Side)

The charter class held a lunch during free period at the Campion Food Court. The charter class got to meet each other better. The social committee planned the event. During the lunch, Initiates interviewed each other with pre-planned questions. There were several of these lunches throughout the semester.

2011 Fall

Nara Japanese Restaurant Trip

• 31 September 2011, 9:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Nara Restaurant, University City Philadelphia

Brothers got to enjoy a meal in the city together. It was also a brother’s birthday, Nick Conway.

Brother Lunch with Pledges

• 27 October 2011, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Campion Dinning Hall (DB side)

Brothers got together and had lunch with the new pledges. This allowed for the brothers to meet all the new initiates.

Big Money Bingo

• 5 November 2011, 9:00 p.m. to 11:00pm
• Mandeville Teletorium

Brothers played along with other students the game bingo. There were several prizes brothers could win.

Game Night

• 11 November 2011, 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Justin Colaprico’s House

Brothers got to spend the night together playing games.

Study Break

• 14 December 2011, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Claver House

Brother got together and enjoyed a break from finals. Brothers got to hang out with each other and also eat some snacks.