​So you are ready to take the next step towards Greek membership?

This step-by-step guide with Dos and Don’ts will make sure you know what to expect.

 

• Attend Meet the Greeks. 

This semi-annual event gives you a chance to meet the different organizations on our campus and go over the recruitment process.  

 

• Attend recruitment events.

DO: Attend recruitment events for all sororities (for women) or fraternities (for men).

 

DON’T: Join the first organization you meet.Remember: membership in a fraternity or sorority is for life. This is not a decision that should be made lightly. Take the time to get to know the different organizations and think about where you fit!

 

DO: Ask questions! (What is the minimum chapter GPA? How much does it cost? What is the time commitment?) Ask any and all questions you have!

 

• Accept a Bid!

After recruitment events are over, organizations will distribute bids (an invitation to become a member of their associate class). For most organizations acceptance of a bid is marked by attending an Induction Ceremony, where you will officially become a member of that organizations associate class. 

 

DO: Be honest with your organization. Talk to them about any questions or concerns you have before accepting the bid. 

 

• Complete the Education process

Every organization has a different education process. They vary in length and content but usually last at least 4-6 weeks. The education is designed to teach you the skills and resources you will need to be a successful member of your organization.

 

DON’T: Let education get in the way of your class work. 

 

DO: Speak up if balancing the education process is too challenging. Chapter members can help you with time management skills.

 

DO: Use this time to work on your time management skills. It is a characteristic of great leaders!

 

DON’T: Participate in an activity where you feel uncomfortable. Speak up, say something. Tell your friends or report the incident to SIEO

 

• Become an initiated member of your organization!

Congratulations! Organizations mark this event with an initiation ceremony, where you become a full member of the organizationThe entire process takes anywhere from half a semester to a whole semester!

 

DON'T: Compromise your values for membership in an organization. You know what’s right and wrong. Stick to your beliefs and you will be a strong and successful leader.

 

DO: Report any hazing​ to the university!