Family Guides to Greek Life
Plain-English answers for parents and families: how joining works, what it costs, and how to keep your student safe.
Greek Life 101
New to fraternities and sororities? A plain-English guide for parents and families: the councils, how joining works, what members do and questions to ask.
ReadSorority Recruitment
How Panhellenic sorority recruitment works, round by round: open house, philanthropy, sisterhood, preference and Bid Day. What to pack and how parents can help.
ReadFraternity Recruitment
How IFC fraternity recruitment works: rush events, bids, the new member period and initiation. Questions to ask and red flags parents should know.
ReadDivine Nine Intake
How joining a Divine Nine fraternity or sorority works: interest meetings, membership intake, crossing and the new member presentation. A guide for families.
ReadCost of Greek Life
Fraternity and sorority costs vary widely. Here are the fees to ask about (new member fees, dues, housing, meals, extras) and how to build a first-year budget.
ReadHazing Warning Signs
Hazing warning signs in fraternities, sororities and teams, what to do if you're worried, and how the Stop Campus Hazing Act helps families check a chapter.
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