Rhodes College
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If you're coming to college looking for an "Animal House"-esque Greek life experience, Rhodes is definitely not for you. For many, that's a very good thing. Around 50 percent of students are in either a sorority or fraternity, but that does not mean you're left out if you decide it isn't for you. While most of the campus events and parties are sponsored by a Greek organization, all students are welcomed and encouraged to attend. There's virtually no exclusivity, and Greeks and independents are all friends with each other. Unlike your typical Southern state university, parties (except formals) are free and open to everyone after 11 p.m., guys included, and the Greek houses are non-residential.

Because of this, there's little campus division between Greeks and non-Greeks. That being said, Greek life is a bigger part of campus than people like to admit. It dominates most of the activities on weekends, and it's easy to feel a little awkward or left out sometimes, especially during rush week. But everyone understands that it is a personal choice, and no one will judge you if you decide you'd rather remain independent. It's encouraged to rush just to meet people, though, and keep an open mind—many happily affiliated students say that they weren't originally planning on joining, but Rhodes' laid-back Greek scene made them change their mind.

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Greek Life at Rhodes College

thirdie

'13

Arts

4.2

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Frat-Tastic

60% of students do greeklife at Rhodes so you're bound to feel a little left out if you don't join. The frats throw parties that are open to the entire campus so it's better than any large university about this. However, if you don't join your freshman year it's not that weird to join as a sophomore. Even if you don't join you can still go to parties and formals if you get asked but as a warning it's more than just a presence on campus-it definitely dominates it.

Dec 12, 2011

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Greek Life at Rhodes College

m155

'14

Business Administration and Management

4.6

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Greek Life at Rhodes Is a Great Way to Get Involved

There is a huge percentage of Greeks. Greek life at Rhodes is more laid back than other schools but still a great way to make friends. The campus does not have houses that students can live in, but they do have very nice houses where they hold meetings and other activities. Students who participate in other activities such as sports or clubs do not have to worry about Greek life getting in the way. It is flexible, fun, and a way to meet a great group of people that will be your friends for the rest of your life. I suggest going Greek.

May 10, 2011

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mieme

'14

English

3.5

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Greek Life

Greek Life isn't a huge deal. There are people that are crazy about it, and some that couldn't care less. Most of the frat parties are open to everyone, so it doesn't matter if you're Greek or not.

Apr 26, 2011

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