Prospective members
Is Tau BetA Sigma For Me?
Do you have a passion for music? Did you have leadership roles in high school band? Are you looking for a way to get further involved in the UF bands? Are you looking for a family within a family?
If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then Tau Beta Sigma could be for you! We encourage you to come out to our recruitment events every fall and spring semester to learn more about our organization. Recruitment schedules will be posted near the start of every semester on this site as well as through Facebook. Make sure to follow us there for more up-to-date information! Attending recruitment events is the best way to find out for yourself if Tau Beta Sigma is right for you. We hope to see you there!
Marlena
Vice President
of Membership
Welcome everyone!
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I’m so excited to meet you at recruitment! I really value how Tau Beta Sigma offers an opportunity to give back on every level-to the bands we love, to our local community, and to each other! No matter where your journey starts or leads, TBS is a great place to form lasting connections and grow through service, music, and friendship! I can’t wait to jump into this semester and serve the UF bands alongside you!
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See you soon!
Marlena LaRubbio
Vice President of Membership
Beta Xi Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements to join?
What is "the candidate process"?
Here are some answers to some FAQ's by sisters in our chapter!
To be a member of the Beta Xi chapter, you must be enrolled in an approved University of Florida band ensemble and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Active members must be full-time students at UF and be in good financial standing with the chapter by paying membership dues. After receiving a bid, candidates for membership must go through an 8-week membership education program before being officially initiated into the sorority.
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- Jessie Babb, Beta Xi President
The candidate process is an 8-10 week process to explore what it is like to be a sister of Tau Beta Sigma. It involves weekly meetings that are arranged by the candidate's own schedules, service with the sisters, getting to know the sisters, and fun activities to bond with fellow candidates and learn about the University of Florida.
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- Marlena LaRubbio, Vice President of Membership
How can i become a candidate?
To become a candidate, it is necessary to attend Invitational Tea and receive a bid from Tau Beta Sigma. We invite you to join us at our recruitment events to learn more about our organization: who we are and what we do!
- Marlena LaRubbio, Vice President of Membership
if Tau beta sigma is a sorority, why are there males in it?
At the University of Florida, both Tau Beta Sigma and Kappa Kappa Psi are Co-Ed, meaning any gender can join our organizations. All members of Tau Beta Sigma are referred to as "sisters" and all members of Kappa Kappa Psi are referred to as "brothers". Not all chapters at every university follow this guideline, but it is a common practice.​
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- Kaylyn Joesten, Parliamentarian
what is kappa kappa psi?
Kappa Kappa Psi is our Brother Fraternity, who share similar values to our sorority. We have our own differences with our own organization's national programs, leadership, and history. Our chapters are run independently of one another, and each chapter has its own distinct traditions. Beta Xi's service and Alpha Eta's service to the bands varies as well. Our chapters work together to achieve similar goals. You can find Alpha Eta's website here.
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- Samantha Lapid Delosreyes, Secretary
What service projects does Tau Beta sigma do?
Our day-to-day service projects include chair setups, hosting concert receptions, distributing Gator Band gear, and passing out fruit at halftime. We also have bigger projects that happen less frequently, like performing for senior citizens, hemming uniforms, and more!​
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- Emily Finch, Vice President of Service
IS there a monetary requirement?
According to www.tbsigma.org, the national website for Tau Beta Sigma, newly initiated members have to pay $250, not including optional payments, such as chapter polos, fabric for making t-shirts, or other memorabilia. After initiation, they will pay $145 yearly to be submitted to the National Headquarters to maintain their active status in the sorority. At the treasurer's discretion, payment plans are available. Please contact the treasurer for further questions or concerns.
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- Paige Vandiver, Treasurer
Have any more Questions?
Feel free to ask any sister! We are all often wearing letters, and chances are there is sister in your section. We are all here to answer any more questions you might have. Also, make sure to take a look at the "About Us" tab where you can find more in-depth information about the organization. We hope to see you soon!