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while i think the premise of the pledge book/signature idea is sound, i have to agree that under npc rules (and i realize this is a fraternity, not a sorority) it would be considered hazing. npc looks at hazing as anything that the new members are required to do that the initiated members are not-so if the new members were told to be at the house at 5 pm, were divided up into small groups and driven out to a local park where they were treated to hot dogs and marshmallows, that could be considered hazing. it doesn't matter that it would be fun or that it would make them feel special, its the fact that it was required and the same thing wasn't done with the initiated members. any activity that distinguises the new members from the initiated can be considered hazing. unfortunately, it's another of those situations where innocent intentions are lumped with the worst intentions and it is all considered on the same level, therefore is all considered hazing. your best bet is to clear your idea with your national office.