Why Join a Greek Organization?
Clubs and Sections have been an integral part of students life at the College of Wooster since 1918, and throughout the years they have provided a sense of support and belonging to a large number of Wooster students. In addition, they have served as a training ground for student leadership on campus. These groups also donate time to serve the surrounding community, as well as provide a social outlet for members and the total student population.
Benefits of Membership1. FRIENDSHIP & BROTHERHOOD/SISTERHOOD As a member of the Greek community, you will have the opportunity to meet students of various backgrounds with both similar and different interest in a smaller, more comfortable atmosphere. Within each of the chapters, there is a close bond of friendship and family which only the Greek atmosphere can foster. The ideal of brotherhood/sisterhood is a cornerstone upon which each Club/Section is built and from which you will receive the greatest benefit. Every person contributes to this aspect. The Greek system combines the concept of individualism within the framework of mutual cooperation. As a member of a Greek organization you will form friendships unlike those found in other organizations. Greek membership is not conformity. No sorority or fraternity is made up of members who are exactly alike. By choosing to enter Greek life, you will meet those who will become you closest friends, those who will cheer you on when you're successful and cheer you on when the going gets tough. From this unbreakable support system you can easily branch off into other areas of college life, knowing all the while your Greek family is behind you no matter what. 2. ACADEMICS The academic portion of your college career is one significant determinant in your future success. A primary purpose of the Greek community is to encourage and develop high scholastic achievement among its members. Within each Greek organization there are members in a wide variety of departments. This is an advantage in that you will be able to seek help from others who are taking or have taken the same classes and there will others who can advise you on which classes and instructors are the best in many fields. Nationally just over 50% of students graduate from college. However, U.S. Department of Education data shows the Greek members graduate at a rate in excess of 70%. Clubs and Sections help you meet the challenge of balancing academics while gaining the most from your collegiate experience. The combination of friendships and Greek family, intermingling with solid academic excellence goals help you become a well-rounded, intelligent member of the Wooster community, and of the work force when you graduate. 3. LEADERSHIP In a fraternity or sorority, you will be in "charge" of an event or a duty. Everyone in the Greek family is a leader, whether you're an officer, on a committee, or a participant. You will learn by doing. You will learn how to manage a budget, run effective meetings, speak in public, motivate others ... skills that will help you in college and throughout your life. These days it takes more than just a degree to get a good job - it takes leadership experience. -- 48% of all United
States Presidents have been Greek Compiled from the Pennsylvania State University: Student Affairs (Fraternity/Sorority) web page |
The College Supports Club and Section life by providing staff, services, and resources to assist the organization. Through campus-wide representations of the Committee on Social Organizations, the College oversees and assists all Clubs and Sections.
