Society of the Holy Name order to establish a local Society of the Holy Name, approval must be granted by the Dominican order, in the form of Letters patent. For much of its existence, the Holy Name Society was a male society. While some parish Holy Name societies are still all-male, the Holy Name Society as a whole now welcomes both Catholic men and women. Membership is open to practicing Catholics over the age of 18. Members of the Society must first pass through a Novitiate, or formation, stage before becoming professed members and undergoing the Induction Ceremony. During this period of membership, new members
Yale Society for the Exploration of Campus Secrets which candidates explore Yale's campus and discuss with members what was found. Once tapped, members are entrusted with all the knowledge society possesses. Members have been kicked out due to breaking society rules and the bonds of secrecy. However, they are also known to promote healthy, constructive peer engagement through their shared love of exploration. All members are said to have a group-mandated mark somewhere on their bodies. The society is run by a body called "Vox", which comprises the Chief Exploration Officer (CEO) and the Chief Information Officer (CIO), as well as other positions. Yale Society for the Exploration