Tau Gamma Phi Fraternity Passwords and Secrets Revealed - STANDARD PROCEDURE for INITIATION

TRISKELION INTERNATIONAL TAU GAMMA PHI/TAU GAMMA SIGMA TRISKELION GRAND FRATERNITY/SORORITY 0ctober 4, 1968 BASCARAN CHAPTER

Triskelion International (Quitter's Club) Tau Gamma Phi / Tau Gamma Sigma Triskelion Grand Fraternity and Sorority Basura Fraternity HISTORY The Tau Gamma Phi Triskelion Grand Fraternity was founded on October 4, 1968 at U.P Diliman Quezon City by four founding fathers who were originally six, but the two of them were expelled because of violating the rules and regulations according to the tenets and codes of conduct of the fraternity.

4 FOUNDING FATHERS 1.Rodolfo Sta. Maria Confessor 2.Roy Alolor Ordinario 3.Vedasto Tito Vineda 4.Pablo Talek Namias

FOUNDING DATE TAU GAMMA TAU GAMMA TRISKELION TRISKELION

PHI – OCTOBER 4, 1968 SIGMA – JANUARY 17, 1971 YOUTH MOVEMENT – AUGUST 11, 1976 ALUMNI ORG. – MARCH 1, 1979

The Tau Gamma Phi is the conglomeration of the 3 Dynamic Forces which aim to rule and conquer the universe in every human field of interest and endeavor.

5 IMPORTANT MATTERS 1.God 2.Family 3.Country 4.School/Studies 5.Fraternity

PREAMBLE Tau Gamma Phi/Sigma is the Triskelion Grand Fraternity and Sorority in order to establish a lasting brotherhood and sisterhood among themselves to promulgate moral well being of each member and to instill and develop the greatest sense of understanding and respect the human dignity and hereby brain.

TRISKELION PRAYER Almighty God, kindly blesses this brotherhood and sisterhood of ours so we may succeed in all endeavors. Enlighten and strengthen our secretary general, chapter grand triskelion and lady grand triskelion to maintain the highest standard of decision making for better and successful to the Tau Gamma Phi/Tau Gamma Sigma. Amen

TRISKELION HYMM Ang aking mahal na kapatiran Ang Tau Gamma Phi/Sigma Ang siyang patnubay sa buhay Ipagtangol ang ngalan kung inaapi Bigyan siya ng karangalan At nang kalingang di magmamaliw (2x)

BRIEF HISTORY

The first rumble of the Triskelion was on August 1, 1976 with the Alpha Phi Omega. The member of APO chased one of our (brod) Brother then our brothers in mother chapter went to fight until the enemies were destroyed on that day Triskelion can never be destroyed.

AIMS AND PURPOSES 1.The Tau Gamma Phi shall do its best to foster fellowship among its members. 2.The Tau Gamma Phi shall do its best to succeed in all fields of endeavors. It shall encourage scholarship, stimulate and participate in all. 3.Academic and extra curriculum activities.

QUOTATIONS “A TRISKELION advocates brotherhood of men regardless of race, creed, religion, social and economic status” “A genius of brotherhood is being totally kind at the same time” “TRISKELION will not one but will multiply”

TRISKELION REASONING •A Triskelion does not want trouble but one trouble will never end unless you rise for surrender. •Triskelions are grand and they are unique, they must prove themselves as supreme superstars all over. •To die is to rest but Triskelion is the best. •Live and let live but Triskelion never die. •I was born as a Triskelion I will die as a Triskelion. •The Triskelion never die’s but multiplies. •No force can destroy the power of Triskelion •The Triskelion firmly believes in the power of reason but not in the use of force as a reason. •The Triskelion does not start the fight but we finish it. •The Triskelion may sacrifice one self so others may live. •We are not pro-hazing nor in anti-hazing but we the Triskelion are in regulation.

PRINCIPLES •Tau Gamma Phi staunchly advocates the brotherhood of men regardless of race, creed, and religion, social political and economic status. •Tau Gamma Phi firmly believes in the power of reason and not in the use of force as a reason. •Tau Gamma Phi believes in the promotion of social justice to ensure the well being and economic security of all people. •Tau Gamma Phi abhors violence and human right violations, however ready to defend, uphold and (preserves) preserve the sovereign will of its members and of all people. •The Tau Gamma Phi encourages and fosters scholarship among its members. The stimulation of intellectual creativeness and the promotion of the social and physical well being of its members are of paramount concern.

THREE DYNAMIC FORCES 1.FORTIS – Fortitude of strength 2.VOLUNTAS – Voluntary/Freewill 3.FRATERNITAS/SORORITAS – Brotherhood/Sisterhood

THREE DYNAMIC COLORS 1.BLACK – Signify or commemorating our dead brothers who devoted everything included their lives in the service of the fraternity. 2.GOLD – Remembering all the good old ways of the “Golden Years” of the fraternity. 3.RED – Courage and bravery who offer their lives to the fraternity.

THREE PILLAR OF DEFENCE 1.Sacrifice one self so that others may live. 2.Rise to defend the mane and honor of our fraternity, whenever it is unjustly criticized. 3.If they start the trouble, the Triskelion will finish it!

TRISKELION PHILOSOPHY “Success is nothing to have someone you care someone to live it by dreams. Try not to become an illusion.”

TRISKELION SLOGAN “Once a Triskelion is always a Triskelion” Legazpi City Foundation – Legazpi City chapter was founded on January 4, 1980 sponsored by Brother Don Rosal came from Adamson University.

FOUR LOCAL FOUNDERS 1.Leopoldo Gaveria 2.Alfeo Lucila 3.Bayani Estrada 4.Robert Basco

STANDARD PROCEDURE FOR INITIATION ENTRY TO THE FRATERNITY Any person who believes in the Triskelion principles and who meets the following requirements is eligible for membership. 1.He must be of good moral character. 2.He must be at least 17 years of age for senior and community based applicants. 3.He must be mentally and physically fit, supported by a medical certificate under oath. 4.He must be sponsored by any Triskelion in good standing. 5.He must not be a member of any fraternity or organization whose principles and purposes are contrary to the principles of the Tau Gamma Phi.

A.BAPTISMAL RITES The Baptismal Rites must be administered by the Grand Triskelion himself or he may delegate such right to Deputy Grand Triskelion or to the Master Wielder of the Whip. “By the Grand virtue of power vested upon me as the Grand Triskelion (GT, MWW) of the Tau Gamma Phi, Bascaran Chapter, I baptized you as Alexis Name ____________ Alias __________ NOTE: Six Brisk Slaps After baptismal, all Alexis must be briefed on the proper protocol in the duration of his service and therefore be prohibited from: 1.Smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages. 2.Wearing jewelry and other unnecessary body accessories. 3.Having eye to eye contact with master unless given the privilege. 4.Spending their own money for their masters. 5.And other protocols that the Grand Triskelion or Master Wielder of the Whip may require.

B.REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION: All Alexis must secure a tickler which will serve as a kind of transcript of records where all accomplished requirements are being recorded and counter signed by the Chapter Grand Triskelion. Alexis shall be qualified for graduation provided that he accomplished the following requirements. 1.300 points of personal service to masters. •Each member can give only a maximum often 10 points per Alexis. •Points shall be recorded in the tickler of the Alexis to be filled up by the concerned master. •Alexis must accomplish the said 300 points within 45 days of service. 2.One day of home service only per bond or resident. 3.One community-based project (BRC/DMC shall determine the kind of project) 4.One fund raising project. •Each alexis must is able to submit any of the following: •100 pieces of tin can tips. •50 pieces of sellable bottles. •24 inch high of old newspaper.

C.GRADUATION RITES The graduation rites is one day program which shall formalized an applicants entry to the Tau Gamma Phi and all Triskelion present on the site of graduation rites must strictly abide by the rules and regulations by the chapter.

D. STAGES OF INITIATION RITES TRISKELION PRAYER Almighty God, kindly blesses this brotherhood and sisterhood of ours so we may succeed in all endeavors. Enlighten and strengthen our secretary general, chapter grand triskelion and lady grand triskelion to maintain the highest standard of decision making for better and successful to the Tau Gamma Phi/Tau Gamma Sigma. Amen

SIX TRADITIONAL WHIPS

I LOVE TAU GAMMA PHI/SIGMA BASCARAN CHAPTER

CODES OF CONDUCT T – Treat others, as you would have them to treat you. R – Rise to defend the name and honor of the fraternity whenever it is unjustly criticized. I – Inform and orient your fellow brothers and sisters on every matter which you consider vital to the fraternity. S – Salute and address your fellow brothers and sisters in a right and the proper manner. K – Keep de quorum in all fraternity meetings and act accordingly inside and outside of the fraternity. E – Excel in your chosen fields of interest and endeavor. L – Live a life of moderation; avoid gluttony, drunkenness and other forms of harmful vices. Least you forget your family, health, work, studies and fraternity. I – In your everyday life, take care of what you write and say, beware of misinterpretation and long lasting misunderstanding. O – Obey all fraternity rules and regulations be guided by your daily ventures by the Tenets and Codes of Conduct of the Fraternity N – Never reveal to anyone nor to your friend nor to your family the concern of the fraternity.

TENETS 1.The Tau Gamma Phi is the Triskelion Grand Fraternity, my fraternity, the supreme fraternity.

2.Primum Nil Nocere, first of all do not harm, let alone in defense of self for

whatever cause man has come into being, for whatever reason he exist, for what ever he is destined, keep to all living creatures around him. Man is brother unto man. 3.De Gustibus Non Desputandum Est. of likes and dislikes there should be no disputing live and let live. 4.Preserve your self brawn, brain and blood. 5.Brothers I shall love and respect their council I shall heed. 6.Bascaran chapter is my Alma matter, to honor and to cherish by its rules and regulation be governed and be guided. 7.The Grand Triskelion is righteous, just and strong and he shall be obeyed. 8.Triskelion is brother unto his fellow Triskelion.

THREE DYNAMIC FORCES 1.FORTIS 2.VOLUNTAS 3.FRATERNITAS/SORORITAS

FOUNDATION DATE AND PLACE OF TAU GAMMA PHI U.P Diliman Quezon City at ( C.A.S ) College of Arts and Science October 4, 1968

4 FOUNDING FATHERS 1.Rodolfo Sta. Maria Jim Confessor 2.Roy Alolor Ordinario 3.Vedasto Tito Vineda 4.Pablo Talek Namias

FOUR LOCAL FOUNDERS 1.Leopoldo Gaveria 2.Alfeo Lucila 3.Bayani Estrada 4.Robert Basco

CHAPTER FOUNDER 1 Paddle every founder ( 1 Whip ) TRISKELION HERO Triskelion Hernando Guevara ( 1 Whip ) 1st TRISKELION SIGMA Triskelion Sandara Senida ( 1 Whip ) BATCH DATE AND NAME ( 1 Whip ) CHAPTER FOUNDATION DATE ( 1 Whip ) SPONSOR’S PADDLE ( 1 Whip ) MWW’s PADDLE ( 1 Whip ) GT’s PADDLE ( 1 Whip ) ENTERTAINMENT 30 SECONDS CANDLE MELTING 30 SECONDS BELTING ACCEPTANCE SINGING OF THE TRISKELION SONG FINAL BLESSING The new graduates are now full pledge member of the Tau Gamma Phi and shall have the following privileges: 1.Execute handshake to fellow full pledge members. 2.Submit proposals on projects and programs beneficial to the fraternity. 3.And all the rights and privileges stated in the constitution of the Tau Gamma Phi.

WELCOMING RITES PROCEDURES 1.Six traditional ( 6 whip ) 2.Foundation date of local chapter ( 1 whip ) 3.Local chapter founders ( 1 Paddle every founder ) 4.Grand Triskelion paddle ( 1 whip ) NOTE:

Brothers that will be welcomed to another chapter shall be accompanied by a certificate duly signed by the Grand Triskelion from the chapter he last attended.

PASSWORD 1.Father chapter – UST 2.TAU – Tenets of Triskelion 3.GAMMA – God’s guidance 4.Kamay sa ulo – Daliri sa tainga 5.Ano ka ni talek – Triskelion 6.Birthday natin – October 4, 1968 7.Piso – Sondo 8.Highest mountain – Mt. Tau Gamma Phi 9.Ilan ang balahibo ng leon – Isang libo siyam na daan anim na put walo 10.Saan mo makikita si Rizal – Sa bawat sondo ng kapwa ko 11.Ilan poste mula rito hanggang U.P Diliman – Isang libo siyam na daan anim na put walo 12.Main Chapter – Adamson University U.P Diliman 13.Biology – Three legend mammal 14.Physics – Three Dynamic Forces 15.Geometry – Seven Angels 16.Math – 777 17.777 ( 7 – 7 – 7 ) – Seven Angels, Seven Prophets, seven Trumpet 18.English ng lolo – Grand Triskelion 19.Anu ka ng lolo mo? – Mako Tau 20.Greek – Tau Gamma Phi 21.Latin – Fortis, Voluntas, Fraternitas 22.English – Fortitude of strength, Voluntary and freewill, lasting brotherhood 23.PHI – Peace, Preserve to limitation 24.TALEK – Pablo 25.FIRST TRIKELION HERO – Hernando Guevara 26.Where you can find the rising sun – At the right hand of the Tau Gamma Phi 27.Anu ang unang ibinigay sau – Pagmamahal 28.Anu ang nasa tuktok ng pyramid – Tuldok biglang dami nagging Tau Gamma Phi 29.Ilan ang leon sa China – Dalawa pangatlo ako 30.JOJO ka ba? – JOJO ka rin ba? 31.SIGARILYO – Sige busog pa ako 32.WINSTON – Why In Nature Stands Triskelion Or Nothing 33.MARLBORO – Man Always Remember Love Because Of Roy Ordenario

34.Saan ka galling – Sa bundok humuli at pumatay ng tatlong leon 35.First Tau Gamma Sigma – Linda Rangos/Doring Sinida 36.Founding Fathers that are expelled – Restito Alfonso, Romeo Fortis 37.Saan ka galling – Sa bundok Tau 38.Anong ginawa mo? – Humuli at pumatay ng 3 lion 39.Triskelion Colors – Black, Gold, Red 40.Tatlong kamay – kamay sa ulo, daliri sa tainga ni Pablo Talek 41.Bakit may pulang langam – Tinapakan ni Pablo Talek 42.Saan ginagamit ang piso – Subjection 43.Saan ka nakatira – 1968 Tau Gamma Street, Triskelion Grand Fraternity Subdivision, U.P Diliman Quezon City, Philippines. 44.First rumble of Tau Gamma Phi Against APO – August 11, 1976

GRAND COUNCIL OF THE CHAPTER The Grand council shall be composed of the: 1.Grand Triskelion (GT), 2.Deputy Grand Triskelion (DGT), 3.Master Wielder of the Whip (MWW), 4.Deputy Master Wielder of the Whip (DMWW), 5.Master Keeper of the Scroll (MKS), 6.Master Keeper of the Chest (MKC) 7.and the Seven Master Triskelion (7MT’s)

•The Grand Council shall have the power to determine the policies and promulgate rules and regulation. •The Grand Triskelion shall be the administrative, implementing and coordination body of the Fraternity/Sorority.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE GRAND COUNCIL 1.GRAND TRISKELION ( GT ) •Be the head and presiding officers of the Grand Council. •Represent the chapter in all city assembly meetings. •Have the rights to formulate project proposals and programs intended for the entire city subject to approval of the city assembles. •Have the power to appoint Master Keeper of the Scroll ( MKS ), Master Keeper of the Chest ( MKC ) and the Seven Master Triskelion ( MT’s ). •Have the power to order an appropriation for expenditure in case of emergency. Release of funds and solicit contributions from the members. However he/she shall submit a financial report of his action to the Grand Council. •Have the power to implement disciplinary action among its members. 2.DEPUTY GRAND TRISKELION •Be the next in command to the Grand Triskelion. •Perform the duties and the function of the Grand Triskelion in case of the matters official absence, resignation, impeachment or physical incapacity. However he/she serve only for the remainder of unexpected term. •Perform such other functions as maybe officially assigned to him by the Grand Triskelion/Grand Lady Triskelion. 3.MASTER WIELDER OF THE WHIP/Master Initiator •Be the presiding officer during the graduation rites of the neophyte’s. •Implement disciplinary action to the members that violates the rules and regulations of the fraternity authorized by the Grand Triskelion. 4.DEPUTY MASTER WIELDER OF THE WHIP/Deputy Master Initiator

•Perform the duties and the function of the Master Wielder of the Whip in case of the latter’s official absence, resignation, impeachment or physical incapacity. However, he/she serve only for the remainder of unexpected term. 5.MASTER KEEPER OF THE SCROLL •Be the chapter secretary and shall keep minutes of the proceeding in all chapters and Grand Council meeting. •Submit an annual report to the city executive secretary. •Submit a copy of the updated list of members of the chapter to the Master Triskelion information and communication.

6.MASTER KEEPER OF THE CHEST •Be the chapter treasurer. •Be responsibility in forwarding the required dues and fees to the city keeper of the chest or directly to the next higher jurisdictional office in case the city council is not yet established. •Be responsible for collection of all chapter dues and fees. 7.THE SEVEN MASTER TRISKELION •Formulate the programs, projects and policies of the chapter which shall be the presented to the Grand Council for the deliberation and approval. •Supervise the implementation of the approved programs, projects and policies. •Formulate guidelines for the effective and efficient operation of his/her committee.

CHAPTER POLICIES 1.The Grand Triskelion ( GT ) has the power and authority. He is liable to give necessary punishment/disciplinary action as stated in the Tenets of the fraternity; ( Tenets 7 ) the Grand Triskelion is righteous just and strong. He shall be obeyed and respected. 2.The fraternity/sorority shall conduct a meeting once a month on a specified day, decided by the Grand Council.

A.Officers and members must be present during the meetings. Any Triskelion who was absence without valid reasons will be subjected for disciplinary action. B.Attending meeting/activities under the influence of drugs or alcohol are strictly prohibited. C.Smoking and behaving notoriously with negative character impact to the fraternity are not allowed. D.Officers and members are obliged to pay 5.00 peso every regular meeting which will serve as fraternal funds or fraternal purposes E.Attending during meeting, programs, and baptismal, final rites. F.Any members of the Triskelion shall has no wearing of torn pants sleeveless, unnecessary expensive accessories, laughing that are not funny saying of bad words, not participating and cooperating will be subjected for disciplinary action. Even visitors. 3.The Grand Council shall meet and conduct an assessment report to all the members of the fraternity/sorority every quarterly ending. 4.All members are obliged to attend all major activities in the fraternity/sorority such as seminars, workshop, anniversary, celebration, graduation rites and other activities as declare by the Grand Council. 5.Visitors are not allowed or authorized to hold the paddle unless the have the consent of the Grand Council. 6.Using of illegal drugs in public vies is prohibited. 7.Any Triskelion who violated the Tenets and Codes of Conduct of the fraternity will be given the chance to defend himself/herself before the Grand Council, NDG and adviser. If proven guilty, he/she will be suspended or be subjected for disciplinary action as may declare by the Grand Council, MDG and adviser. 8.Suspended members are not allowed to stay or participate in any fraternity, meetings nor are allowed to wear fraternity/ sorority shirts during his/her term of suspension. 9.Any suspended Triskelion members shall be announced for public references.

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BASCARAN COMMUNITY BASED – CHAPTER (REVIVAL) BASCARAN COMMUNITY BASED – CHAPTER (REVIVAL) WAS FOUNDED ON OCTOBER 26 2008 BY 12 MEMBERS

CHAPTER FOUNDERS •E – JAY ANDES •ALEX NON •ARIES MNGAMPO •RONNEL NAS •JERICO TRILLES •ROMEO LINCASO •REY NUŃES •FREDERICK MENDINA •JEFREY MIRABEL •NOEL LLENO •ARZI ZAMORA •RIZZI ZAMORA

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OFFICERS: GRAND TRISKELION: ARNULFO “NOY” MORADA DEPUTY GRAND TRISKELION:

MASTER WIELDER OF THE WHIP: ARZI ZAMORA DEPUTY MASTER WIELDER OF THE WHIP: ARIES MANGAMPO MASTER KEEPER OF THE SCROLL: RIZZY ZAMORA MASTER KEEPER OF THE CHEST: JERICO TRILLES THE SEVEN MASTER TRISKELION: 1. JEFFRY MIRABEL 2. REY NUŃEZ 3. FREDERICK MENDINA 4. RONNEL NAS 5. NOEL LLENO 6. E – JAY ANDES 7. ALEX NON

TRISKELION INTERNATIONAL TAU GAMMA PHI TAU GAMMA SIGMA BASCARAN CHAPTER

MEMBERS •ARNULFO MORADA •E – JAY ANDES •ALEX NON •ARIES MANGAMPO •RONNEL NAS •JERICO TRILLES •ROMEO LINCASO •REY NUŃES

•FREDERICK MENDINA •JEFREY MIRABEL •NOEL LLENO •ARZI ZAMORA •RIZZI ZAMORA •STHEPHEN ALMONACID •JERALD MEJORADA •ARNEL MARAVILLO •JONALYN MILLENA •NOEL LLENO