Greek Life (Fraternities/Sororities)

     A huge portion of the college experience is making life-long friends.  One of the best ways you can meet tons of new people, and have some of the most exciting and memorable experiences of your entire college career is to join a fraternity (if you're a guy) or sorority (if you're a gal).  Not only will you make lifelong connections with many new people, you will also learn many of the leadership skills that will help you outshine other applicants when you apply to graduate school or for a job.
     Hazing is known as any action or behavior that is in excess and causes emotional or physical harm to someone.  Hazing is something that can scare many proscpective students away from the greek life, but true hazing is something of the past, and almost all greek organizations have rules in place that stop members from hazing or bullying new recruits, and punishments for those who do.  So don't let the fear of hazing stop you if you are truly interested in joining a greek organization, you will likely make many lifelong friends and enjoy many experiences that will make you a more well-rounded person.
     One of the most exciting things about joining a greek organization is that you will get to participate in some very fun and unique activities that can vary wildly from solving problems as a team, to dire scenarios that are designed to highlight the group dynamics, where the leaders will step up and the others will gather behind them to help them solve the problem.  It was a wonderful and adrenaline pumping experience for me and my brothers, and I'm sure it will be for you too.  All these activities together make the entire group stronger not only as a group but as individuals too.  Everyone gains leadership qualities, all while making some of the most fond and exciting memories of your life.
     On the more mundane side, you will likely be sitting through weekly meetings either one or two days per week.  The meetings are very necessary, as this is when you plan parties, events, fundraisers, and many other activities as the semester progresses.  Make sure to adjust your schedule properly so that you don't fall behind in any classes.  With the meetings activities, parties, and time you will spend hanging out with new friends, you will lose more time than you think.  So make the proper adjustments early on and you will be fine.