Frequently Asked Questions
My son or daughter is considering joining a fraternity or sorority. What advice should I give him or her?
What questions should my son or daughter ask before joining a fraternity or sorority?
What is a fraternity or a sorority?
I am not Greek. How can I learn more about it?
What is recruitment or rush or intake?
What will my son or daughter get out of fraternity or sorority membership that he or she would not get out of any other college organization?
My son or daughter will make friends in his or her residence hall and classes. What would be different about fraternity or sorority friends?
Will my son or daughter's academics be compromised if he or she joins a fraternity or sorority?
How much time does being a member take up?
Does membership cost a lot of money?
How will joining a chapter now benefit my son or daughter after college?
What is a philanthropy or service project?
Aren’t fraternities and sororities just like the ones in the movies and on TV?
How is alcohol use managed in Greek chapters? Will my son or daughter be pressured or forced to drink?
What about pledging or hazing?
What are the Greek governing councils?
Who actually is in charge of the organization, and is there outside support?
Whom do I contact with questions about Greek life?
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We recommend these Web sites:
National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations
National Panhellenic Conference
National Pan-Hellenic Council
North-American Interfraternity Conference