(For Recruitment Orientation)

This presentation provides an introduction to Gamma Epsilon Fraternity and Gamma Lambda Epsilon Sorority, one of the oldest fraternities and sororities in the Philippines, and is intended for those persons interested in joining it or who have a general interest in the subject.

What are Gamma Epsilon Fraternity and Gamma Lambda Epsilon Sorority?

One of the oldest fraternities and sororities in the Philippines dedicated to friendship, morality, and brotherly/sisterly love that propagated throughout the Philippines and abroad. This organization extended its membership through times from college individuals to professionals who are now active nation builders of our country.

It is NOT...

A Religion - although to become a Falcon, a man must believe in a supreme being.

A Charity - even though Falcons contribute considerably to worthwhile charities.

A Subversive Organization - a Falcon must be a peaceful, law abiding citizen.

A Political Party or Action Group - although you will find prominent Falcons leading our government.

A Gang - although most gangs trace their roots back to fraternities.

Neither interferes with religion or politics. Gamma Epsilon & Gamma Lambda Epsilon strives to teach a man the duty he owes to his God, his neighbor, and himself.

What do Falcons do?

Enjoy Brotherhood and Sisterhood - through social functions and group activities.

Build their lives and character - just as a carpenter builds a house.

Quietly volunteer considerable time and money to Charities - through foundations and other institutions like Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Red Cross, community ministries, College scholarships, and neighborhood youth sports teams. Falcons also lend a helping hand to others who are less fortunate; e.g., victims of disasters, the handicapped, widows, orphans, and the elderly.

What do Falcons believe?

Although Gamma Epsilon & Gamma Lambda Epsilon recognizes each man is different, there are certain traits all Falcons have in common:

1.       Falcons believe in the existence of God. No atheist can become a Falcon. Falcons do not care what your individual faith is; Falcons include Christians, Jews, Muslims, etc.

2.       Falcons believe in responsibility, honor, morality, and ethics.

3.       Falcons believe the world should be a better place because we passed through it.

4.       Falcons believe a person should strive to be a good citizen and that we have a moral duty to be true to the country which we live, and uphold and maintain the principles of good government.

5.       Falcons see brotherhood & sisterhood as a form of wisdom, a sort of bond that holds men together. A private friendship that tells us we owe it to each other to be just in our dealings.

Who are Falcons?

All walks of life and professions:

Business Leaders, Entertainers, Inventors, Designers, Founders, Military Leaders, Pioneers, Explorers, Political Leaders, Sports Figures, Writers, Patriots, Judges, Justices, Students, Your Neighbor!

Who can become Falcon?

Individuals with atleast graduating status in high school or older who...

1.       Believe in the existence of one ever-living and true God.

2.       Have never plead guilty or been convicted of any crime.

3.       Do not believe in the overthrow of the government, which they live by force or infiltration, or has been a member of an organization who advocates the same.

4.       Willing to serve the community where he lives in.

Gamma Epsilon and Gamma Lambda Epsilon will also entail certain financial obligations, which you should be able to discharge without detriment to yourself or those dependent on you. In addition to the fees payable on your entrance, there will be monthly dues for the support of your Chapter.

How do you become a Falcon?

To become a good and bright Falcon, it is necessary that a Man be of sound mind and retentive memory. There are four symbolic degrees to learn in becoming a Falcon. These degrees represent lessons of Falcon.

1.       Pledgee – beginner

2.       Half Brethren – intermediate

3.       Full-Pledged Brethren – accepted

4.       Alumnus/Alumna – professionals/experts

How do I begin?

To be one, ask one! Simply ask a Falcon and he/she will help you begin the process.

The steps include:

Ask someone you know who is a Falcon to sponsor you into the fraternity/sorority.

Have atleast one reference that knows you to be of good morals and strong character.

5.       The members vote on its acceptance and an investigation committee is formed.

6.       The investigation committee will discuss it during meeting, go over your petition and will conduct a screening process through votation.

7.       Approximately a week from the time your petition is accepted, the report of the investigation committee and your reference, will be read during the chapter meeting, and then the body will decide on the pledgeship period.

The Response of the Membership was Favorable:

8.       You will then be invited to attend Chapter Meeting and be initiated as Pledgee.

9.       The Master Initiator will teach you the meaning of the degree you have gone through. After successfully presenting your proficiency, you advance to the Half Brethren Degree and so on until you have completed the three degrees and have attained the sublime degree of Full-Pledged Brethren, and hopefully, the Alumnus (for male) or Alumna (for female) later on.

The Organization of Gamma Epsilon and Gamma Lambda Epsilon

Falconic government is relatively "flat", meaning it has very few layers of bureaucracy. Within the Philippines, we have:

National Council (nationwide) – governed by an elected National Grand Archon (two year term).

Regional Council (region-wide) – governed by an elected Regional Grand Archon (two year term).

City/Municipal Council (city-wide) – governed by an elected Council Chairman (one year term).

Chapter (campus-wide) – governed by an elected Campus Grand Archon (one year term).