Ohio State University - Greek Life

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An overwhelming majority of students agree that being part of a fraternity or sorority isn’t a necessary part of your experience at OSU. In fact, many students look down on Greek organizations, and sometimes on those who join them. One of the biggest problems with OSU’s Greek life is its lack of real contribution to the city. That, along with many violations and infractions (that can put a Greek house in probationary status), doesn’t bode well for their image. The houses may look magnificent along the streets off campus, but for many, their appeal stops at the door.

There’s a lot of temptation to join a fraternity or sorority when you first get to school, and many of the Greek organizations will actively try to recruit from the incoming class. Remember that Greek status isn’t necessary to have an active social life at OSU, however. Many choose to join for the parties alone, though you don’t necessarily have to be in a fraternity or sorority to party with them. If you’re looking for service activities, however, there are some organizations that do this well. Tau Beta Pi, for instance, puts on the annual “Beat Michigan 5K” (www.beatmichigan5k.org) race to raise funds for a local food pantry. Overall, however, Greek Life occupies a very specific niche at OSU; if you’re not sure whether or not it’s for you, it’s wise to check out what the Greeks have to say, and talk to other students about the image and opportunities that come along with a fraternity or sorority. If nothing else, there’s probably a free T-shirt in it for you.

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Students Speak Out

dramachick25 says: Social Sciences

I like that Greek life doesn't... I like that Greek life doesn't dominate the social scene. I come from the South, where which sorority or fraternity you are in is just as important as what your last name is. The nice thing about Greek life here is that everyone in it actually wants to be Greek. It is an awesome opportunity to be Greek, with incredible community service, leadership, and social opportunities. 12345 Greek Life: July 18, 2009 Report

BuckeyeGirl says: Ohio State University 2016 Communication and Journalism

I've been to quite a few frat and... I've been to quite a few frat and sorority parties, and yeah..the houses are nice on the outside but raggedy as hell on the inside. 12345 Greek Life: April 27, 2009 Report

cheops456 says: Ohio State University 2016 Business

Those who get involved in Greek... Those who get involved in Greek life came to OSU with that intention. Those who did not come with any such intention generally stay away from it. 12345 Greek Life: March 23, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

It isn’t a ‘must’ for you to join... It isn’t a ‘must’ for you to join a Greek house to fit in. You can just use them for their great parties. That’s what I always do. 12345 Greek Life Report

Anonymous says:

Not much attention is placed on... Not much attention is placed on frats or sororities—I think the majority of the people confuse it with what they see in the movies. Believe me when I tell you, Greek life is nothing like that in reality. 12345 Greek Life Report

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