Letters Today...Leaders Tomorrow 15 Reasons You Should Go Greek

1. Friendship. A main reason many join Greek life is too meet new, or even more people at your university! All the time you spend together and activities you participate in will create very meaningful, lifelong friendships with those in your chapter, especially those in your pledge class (those who rush the organization during the same time).

2. Philanthropy. For those who are not familiar with Greek life, every sorority and fraternity represents a philanthropy. The goal of the sorority or fraternity is to promote awareness and raise funds to donate to their specific organization. If there is a specific organization that is close to your heart, see if a chapter on campus represents them!

3. Life skills.  You are certain to learn general life skills without realizing it when you are part of a campus organization where you are highly involved in many things. You must learn to communicate with those in your sorority or fraternity and work closely with others in an effort to accomplish a mutual goal. Other general skills include public speaking, planning, time management, and prioritizing your responsibilities.

4. Leadership. There are so many opportunities to take on a leadership role in your sorority or fraternity. This will place more responsibility on you, and your membership, and will leave you with great leadership experience. (Hint: higher education programs and future employers will recognize this)

5. Connections in life post grad. Many fraternities and sororities are recognized nationally. This means across the country, other men and women are joining your chapter at their own colleges. So much opportunity for nationwide connections!

6. Involvement on campus. There is no better way to get involved on campus than getting involved with Greek Life. You will not only be holding your own campus events, but attending other Greek organizations to support and learn about other chapters.

7. The Social aspect.  Although it is not the main focus, of course the social aspect of Greek life is a plus. You get to mingle with other members of Greek life both on and off campus. It is another great way to meet tons of new people and get out of your usual comfort zone.

8. Formals. This one goes along with the social aspect. You even get to bring a special someone as your date. Formal is always guaranteed to be a fun night.

9. Support. Your sorority or fraternity will become like your second family. It is amazing how supportive Greek Life is when a member needs a little extra lovin’. We have also helped those outside our own chapter on campus. Greek Life is a community that will do anything to help its members.

10. Scholarship Opportunities. Specific chapters and Greek Life in general offer several scholarships. This can help with tuition costs, loans, or graduate programs.

11. Community service. When you are a member of Greek life, you will participate in a ton of community service. It is a great feeling to give back to your community. Plus, you get to have fun while doing it with your brothers or sisters.

12. Never have to feel alone. Trust me, when you are connected to over 50 girls, there is always someone to hang out with and turn too.

13. Never being bored. Between all the events, fundraisers, community service, new friendships, socials, meetings and down time with your chapter, honestly how could you ever be bored?!

14. Housing. I have never had this perk at my particular college, but many schools have awesome Greek Life housing options. 

15. Enhance your overall college experience (See numbers 1 – 14)