My fraternity is only about ten years old since it was first founded nationally. In those ten years, we have managed to only charter five chapters. What way do you think expanding would be successful and make this fraternity grow?
Fraternity Issues
Can Transfers Join a Different Fraternity?
I am transferring to a school that does not have a chapter of my fraternity. I really want to stay in Greek Life but because I’m already initiated I’m not sure if I can join another fraternity. What can I do?
How Does My Fraternity Get a House?
I go to a commuter school in the Midwest. People are all basically gone after 3-4 o’clock. My fraternity has about 22 guys, and we don’t have a house, even though we are the oldest fraternity on campus. We may have about 8 pledges this semester to give us 30. We need 45 for a house. How do we get people to join when, we don’t have a house?
How to Choose a Photo Composite Company
An annual photo composite chronicles and visually displays your membership. This is an important part of your organization’s memories and history. Your group will want to select a composite company that you can depend on to provide you with the very best product for your money. Although cost is important, your decision should not be based on price alone. It is a decision that should be reached only after you have carefully considered everything you wish to see in your composite.
In the News: One dead in ‘fraternity shooting’ at Youngstown State
Around 3 a.m. on Sunday morning at Youngstown State University, a shooting occurred off campus at a private residence where members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity lived. Jamail E. Johnson, a senior at YSU and a member of the fraternity, died after being shot in the back of the head and legs. Police did not release the names of suspects, but two men were arrested and charged with one count of aggravated murder and 11 counts of felonious assault.
The Most Memorable Days of Your Life
There is something special about college. There is no other time in your life where you will have as much fun and create as many lasting memories as you will during these four short years.
How do I Start a Website for my Fraternity?
How do I start a website for my fraternity? You don’t have to be a computer whiz to start a fraternity website.
Does My Colony Need IFC Approval to Start?
I want to start a new colony on my campus. I have an interest group and we are already acting like a fraternity. However, the IFC has denied our application to start a colony. What should we do?
Greek Life Statistics
I compiled these Greek Life statistics from ECU and Cornell’s Greek Life sites. Be sure to share these Greek Life Statistics with the men you are recruiting.
Do You Want an On-Campus or Off-Campus Fraternity House?
Obviously, it depends on the fraternity and the university. I have put together a quick list of points I would consider before making the decision.
The Value of a Fraternity Regional Meeting
Saturday morning, October 2nd, 2010 I awoke to one my brothers slinging my door wide open to drag me out of bed before we headed off to our regional conclave. I had been planning on going for a week, but a little after-hours recreation left me running a little behind schedule for the fraternal event 90 minutes away.
The Pros and Cons of an Alcohol Free Fraternity House
A lot of fraternity houses are going alcohol free. There are a few compelling reasons why this decision has been made. This is a controversial subject to many fraternity brothers, because there are some negative results form this policy. Below are my thoughts on both sides.
7 Things to Remember about Your Greek Letters
1) Wear your Greek letters proudly. This is the easiest, and one of the best, PR moves your fraternity can make. If you are a high-speed individual, and you wear your letters, then others will assume your fraternity is pretty high-speed because of your association.
Fraternity Alumni Conference Call
Staying in touch with alumni is a challenge. Let’s be honest, it is a pain in the butt to write newsletters and make sure they get read. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to stay in touch with alumni with minimal effort?
Include Your Sweetheart on Your Fraternity Website
Every fraternity should honor a girl as their fraternity sweetheart. It costs nothing to do, and will create a ton of goodwill for the fraternity.
