Greek life is a major part of the college experience. Joining a fraternity or sorority has many advantages and could greatly enhance your college life.
| 7 Advantages to "Going Greek" |
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#1 - FRIENDSHIP AND BROTHERHOOD/SISTERHOOD |
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As a member of the fraternity/sorority community, you will
have the opportunity to meet students of various backgrounds with both similar and different interests. Within each chapter, there is a close bond of friendship and brotherhood/sisterhood which only the fraternity/sorority atmosphere can foster. The ideal of brotherhood/sisterhood is the principal foundation upon which each fraternity/sorority is built and from which you will receive the greatest benefit. Every member contributes to this aspect. Brotherhood/sisterhood combines the concept of individualism within the
framework of mutual cooperation. |
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As a fraternity/sorority member you will form friendships
unlike any found in other organizations. Brotherhood/sisterhood is not conformity. No fraternity/sorority is made up of members who are exactly alike. By choosing to become a member of a fraternity/sorority, you will meet brothers/sisters who grow to become your closest friends, those who will cheer you on when you're successful and who will support you when the going gets tough. From this unbreakable support system you can easily branch off into other areas of college life, knowing all the while that your brothers/sisters will be behind you no matter what. |
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#2 - ACADEMICS |
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The academic portion of your university career is one significant determinant in your future success. A primary purpose of the fraternity/sorority community is to encourage and develop high scholastic achievement among its members. Several factors contribute to this academic atmosphere, including peer tutoring, upperclassman counseling, and chapter study hours which introduce new students to the longer and more intense studying that college requires.
Within each fraternity/sorority there are members involved in a wide variety of colleges and departments. This is quite an advantage in two ways: first, you will be able to seek help from others who may be taking or have already taken the same classes; second, there will be upperclassmen who can advise you on which classes and instructors are the best within each field of study. Nationally speaking, just over 50% of students in colleges and universities go on to graduate. However, U.S. Department of Education data shows that members of fraternities and sororities graduate at a rate in excess of 70%! Fraternities help you meet the challenge of balancing academics while gaining the most from your collegiate experience.
The combination of friendships and brotherhood/sisterhood, intermingling with solid goals of academic excellence help you to become a
well-rounded, intelligent member of the university community and of the work force after you graduate. |
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#3 - LEADERSHIP |
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In the fraternity/sorority, you will be "in charge" of an event or a duty. Everyone in the fraternity/sorority is a leader, whether you're an officer, on a committee, or just a participant. You will learn by doing. You'll learn how to manage a budget, run effective meetings, speak in public, and motivate others ... skills that will help you in the university and throughout your life. These days it takes more than just a degree to get a good job- it takes leadership experience. |
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- 85% of the Fortune 500 Executives,
- 80% of U.S. Presidents since 1900, and
- 100% of Apollo 11 Astronauts.....
- All joined a Fraternity!!!
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#4 - SOCIAL ACTIVITIES |
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Offering a break from the demands of the classroom is one of the benefits of the Greek community. Throughout the year a fraternity/sorority will participate in many social events such as Homecoming, Parent's Weekend, pre-game tailgates, dinner dances, mixers, backyard barbecues, Greek Week, and special spring formals. These events offer you a good time and a great opportunity to meet and interact with members of the opposite sex. Fraternity/sorority social activities allow
members to bring dates or are often held with another fraternity or sorority where you can meet many new faces. These social activities are not required, but for those of us who enjoy a good party, there is no comparison anywhere to the variety, scope, and just plain fun of fraternity/sorority social events. |
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#5 - COMMUNITY SERVICE |
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The Greek community at your respective college or university provides services to more than just members of fraternities and sororities. One of the many advantages of being a part of the Greek community is the time spent helping others in need. Philanthropies are projects and events organized by groups or individuals to benefit the surrounding community. They can involve members from one fraternity/sorority or from all members of the Greek community. What is most important is that fraternities and sororities work side by side to help local or national charitable organizations.
These Community Service activities provide us with a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. They are just one aspect a person can enjoy as a member of the Greek community. |
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#6 - ATHLETICS |
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Each fraternity/sorority participates in the numerous competitive sports through
intramurals and Greek tournaments. It's difficult to get a group of people on your own to play team intramural sports, outdoor paintball, or to get a softball game together on a Sunday afternoon. Fraternities/Sororities offer all of this along with the pride of sportsmanship, team spirit, and competition! |
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#7 - CAREER NETWORKING |
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Say you've graduated or are just looking for a summer job. Now what? In today's
economy and job market, it's going to take more than looking at want-ads and job postings. You need to network with people. The fraternity/sorority is one of the best ways to do just that. Using the resources of fraternity/sorority members like alumni, you may find that job you're looking for - that head start in life, all because you joined a fraternity/sorority. Joining a fraternity/sorority can be an investment in your future! |
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| Different Fraternities & Sororities |
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Think you want to Go Greek? Well the next step is deciding which fraternity or
sorority you think you want to join. Here are just a few to consider: |
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National PanHellenic Conference (NPC) |
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The National Panhellenic Conference, founded in 1902, is an umbrella organization for 26 inter/national women's fraternities and sororities. Each member group is autonomous as a social, Greek-letter society of college women and alumnae. Members are represented on over 620 college and university campuses in the United States and Canada and in over 4,600 alumnae associations, making up over 3.6 million sorority women in the world. |
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To learn more about these sororities, visit www.npcwomen.org or click on an organization's link below. |
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North-American Interfraternity Council (IFC) |
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The North-American Interfraternity Council consists of 71 member organizations with approximately 5,500 chapters located on 800+ campuses in the United States and Canada with approximately 350,000 undergraduate members.
Below are just a few of these fraternities. For a complete list or to learn more about these fraternities, visit http://www.nicindy.org or click on an organization's link below. |
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National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) |
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The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is an umbrella organization for nine historically black, international Greek lettered fraternities and sororities. Each of the nine NPHC organizations evolved during a period when African-Americans were being denied essential rights and privileges afforded other college students. The groups are referred to collectively as the "Divine Nine".
To learn more about these historically black Greek organizations, visit http://www.nphchq.org or click on an organization's link below. |
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Requirements |
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The membership requirements for each fraternity and sorority are different and the information will vary depending on the organization and your college or university. Some common requirements include:
- Minimum GPA requirement 2.5
- Must at least be a sophomore or complete 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.
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Take a look at this list of famous fraternity and sorority members: |
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- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Martin Luther King, Jr.
- W.E.B. DuBois
- Keenan Ivory Wayans
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
- Cedric the Entertainer
- Johnnie Cochran, Jr.
- Montell Jordan
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
- Steve Harvey
- Brothers of the Tau Delta Delta Chapter "TD2" from Valdosta State Univ.
- Juicy "CollegeBoy" Coleman
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
- Bill Cosby
- Michael Jordan
- Shaquille O'Neal
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
- Morris Chestnut
- Jay Anthony Brown
- Hines Ward
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- Star Jones
- Jada Pinkett Smith
- Maya Angelou
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
- Aretha Franklin
- Shiley Cesar
- Lena Horne
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
- Cheryl Underwood
- Zora Neal Hurston
- Esther Rolle
Wanna see more? Take a look at an organization's website for a list of their famous members.
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