Fraternities and sororities

programs designed to enhance the cultural experience of UA students. These organizations are often referred to as divine nine: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Sigma Gamma Rho Fraternity, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity. NPHC organizations are committed to community service and support academic excellence between members and the student body by…

However, one way that Alpha Gamma Delta sets themselves apart from the other sororities is the way that they handle recruitment. According to Rachel, "Most of the sororities are materialistic. They judge and recruit girls based on their looks and their wealth" (Fulton). The sororities want to create the idealistic image of American Society. To create this image, rather than being focused on personality, they focus their recruitment…

heard of the Divine Nine which consist of 9 different African American fraternities and sorority organizations which has been a pivotal part of African American history and culture since the early 20th century. Which are the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Phi Beta Sorority, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity. In the early 1900s, African Americans in universities proved…

I would ever be in the place to even be considered for this award. I remember specifically at one moment my freshman year when I had a conversation with now alumni Ryan McQueeney. In this conversation, I addressed the RBC and stated that “In the fraternity there is a role for everyone, but my role will forever be the Club aspect of Sigma Chi.” This mentality was something that I prided myself on…

you think of sororities? For most people outside of the greek system you think of iconic movies such as House Bunny, Legally Blonde or Sydney White. Though these movies are entertaining, they do not accurately depict what it actually means to be in a sorority and all the benefits you can receive. I joined my sorority Alpha Delta Pi here at the University of South Carolina a little over a year ago and I can truly say it has been the best decision I have ever made. I love this sorority for…

Shedding Some Light on Modern Sororities Modern day movies and media have portrayed Greek life organizations, fraternities and sororities, as being immature young adults who abuse alcohol and party way too much. There have been cases of hazing new members ever since they began, but according to many, hazing has been eliminated from sororities. Although there have been cases of sororities hazing and abusing alcohol, sororities are actually beneficial to a women’s college experience by building…

Within each fraternity and sorority, there are public affairs and issue management designed individuals with various position titles, but all assigned similar roles and tasks. When a fraternity or sorority gets into trouble nationwide, there are individuals assigned at the local and national level that work to inform chapter members about the issue and work…

of Alabama campus I was welcomed by the 40,000 square foot sorority mansions and I knew I was not in Chicago anymore. Based on the sheer size of the organizations, I could already spot the difference between Greek life in the South and Greek life in the North. Southern Greek organizations are larger, more formal, and more financially prosperous than they are in the North. I wasn’t sure what I was getting myself into when I joined Sorority life at Alabama. In my hometown, according to Patrick…

manage risk amongst members and provide a safe environment for all members. There are many stereotypes placed on Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated as well as other Greeks when it comes to hazing, safety, and security. Despite external views we are first and foremost a non-hazing sorority and in no way wish to belittle or humiliate any of our sisters. Our Sorority places emphasis on what a sisterhood truly is through tradition, history, bonding, teamwork, positive influence, and…

For our Anthropological observation project, we observed SDT, an on-campus sorority at Binghamton University. These letters represent the Greek letters Sigma Delta Tau. SDT relates to the mainstream culture by bringing those with similar interests together. The culture and customs of current college students are represented by all of Greek life. Greek life provides students with the ability to join together, socialize, and participate in philanthropy events. New students are often intrigued to…