Here are some tips for you to help your student as he or she considers Greek life at Ball State.
- Students need support throughout the process of recruitment or intake and new member education. Be supportive and learn as much as you can about the Ball State Greek community by asking questions of your student as she or he meets members in sororities and fraternities.
- Keep an open mind. Being a member of the Ball State Greek community is not for everyone. Just because you may have been a sorority or fraternity member doesn't mean that it is the right choice for your daughter or son.
- Sororities and fraternities are different on every campus. Let your son or daughter choose the group that he or she feels the most comfortable joining.
- Talk to your son or daughter beforehand about the financial obligation. Determine who will pay for what and any limitations.
- Know that the process of joining a sorority or fraternity at Ball State is competitive. Not everyone who wants to be a Ball State Greek will receive an invitation to join.
- Do not become too involved in the sorority and fraternity recruitment or intake process. This is your daughter's or son's decision.
- Too often, parents do not allow their students to "fight their own battles." It helps the student mature and gain some assertiveness when allowed to call various offices if they have questions or concerns about their decision to go Greek.
- Keep the Office of Student Life contact information on hand if you have any questions or concerns about Greek Life at the Ball State University.