Bucket and Dipper is a junior class honorary with rich tradition at Ohio State.
The second oldest honorary on campus, B&D uses achievement in academics and service
to recognize outstanding members of the junior class. Originally an all-male honorary,
B&D has currently grown to a group of thirty members, both male and female.
Bucket and Dipper is active in many things throughout campus. Its most notable event,
however, is the Illibuck pass. During a third-quarter timeout at each Ohio State-Illinois
football game, the members of B&D and Atius-Sachem, an Illinois honorary, meet on the field.
They meet to pass the Illibuck, which is a wooden turtle trophy that emphasizes the longevity
of the rivalry. The honorary whose school won the previous year's game receives the turtle
from the other honorary on the field. It is a tradition that goes back to the early days of
Ohio State football, which is evident by looking at the several Illibucks found at the Kuhn
Honors and Scholars House. After each game, the score of that year's contest is engraved on
the trophy.
In addition, B&D regularly performs service at the Unverferth House on
King Avenue. Its members meet for social events often, and play an active role in all
AOSCH events.
