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For those who are looking for it, Greek life does exist, but it does not dominate the social scene as it tends to at other U.S. colleges. For many BU students, the lack of a prevalent Greek scene on campus is a welcomed benefit of student life. The truth is that Boston offers far more outside of campus, and an overwhelming Greek population would have little influence on the dispersed student body. For some, Greek life is the alternative to a real social life. As one student commented, “It dominates the scene for the unimaginative.” It seems to have been created for individuals attending small schools or schools located in more remote areas. For many, this scene is simply unnecessary here.

It’s widely believed that, according to Boston law, more than seven unrelated females living in the same space are considered to be running a house of prostitution (though the “blue law” that designates this was actually repealed in 1984). Regardless, there are no sorority houses, either on or off campus. While fraternities do not share the same logistical problems, the Greek life constitutes only a small percent of the student population.

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Greek Life at Boston University

iheartcoffee87

'11

Epidemiology

3.5

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Greeks Are Popular, but Not Everything

Greek life is very popular at BU, but it's not a school where you "have to" be Greek. Students can be involved in campus life without joining a fraternity or sorority.

Feb 07, 2012

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Greek Life at Boston University

BBallin1337

'14

Business Administration and Management

2.3

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Greek Is Weak

While Sorority life is growing quickly, the frat bros seem to be a pretty unnoticed group. Being Greek at BU doesn't matter like it does at a lot of other school. In fact most of the time the frat bros are looked down upon.

Jan 31, 2012

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Greek Life at Boston University

amarisa

'14

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

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Alpha What?

Greek life is very minimal at Boston University. If you want to go to parties, yes you'll most likely be going to a frat, but you don't notice greek life too much on a regular basis. It also isn't officially recognized by the school. There are also no sorority houses, so it's not the same feel

Oct 31, 2011

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