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Greek Life

Quick Stats

Undergrad Men in Fraternities 31%
Undergrad Women in Sororities 22%
Number of Fraternities 16
Number of Sororities 11

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For students who want to get hard-core involved in Greek activities and who’ve dreamed of their own (more mature) sequel to Animal House, it’s definitely possible at Truman. Although dues can run in the hundreds of dollars, the Greek structure provides a unique opportunity for leadership and service, and most members take their responsibilities to uphold the name of their organization seriously. On the other hand, if schmoozy rush events and semi-formals aren’t your style, you can completely ignore the Greek world, and there’s no reason you’ll be short on friends or entertainment.

Rush and bid processes are very traditional, and yes, there are girls sobbing because their invitations never came. Some frats require very little during the pledge season—no more than minor inconveniences such as sober-driving duty—and others will have pledges up all night, every night. Since there is basically no city in which to escape, weekends are peppered with frat parties. The alcohol is usually plentiful and cheap, and girls are encouraged to come whether they’re Greek or not. Some students stay away from frats altogether, preferring to chill with a group of friends. But whether you’re involved or not, you’ll have the entire Greek alphabet memorized by graduation.

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Greek Life at Truman State University

samwichh

Creative Writing '14

2.7
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Not Affiliated

Not Affiliated, but have been to a couple of parties. If you're looking for huge greek houses, then this is not for you. If you're looking for s****y house with the porches caving in, then congratulations you've found your match.

Apr 16, 2012

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net4865

English '15

4.6
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Go Greek!

I always knew i would end up in Greek life once coming to college and once i came to Truman i rushed and pledged. Greek life really allows you to meet a lot of people quickly and to develop friendships that will last a lifetime. Additionally, parties are almost impossible to find and get into without being a member of Greek life. My current experience in a frat has been great and i strongly suggest any student at Truman to become a member of a fraternity/sorority.

Jan 20, 2012

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ggh1126

Health Care '12

4.2
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Mixers

Instead of open parties like at the big schools. Every sorority sets up a "mixer schedule" for the semester. The frats host the parties at their houses and the sorority girls show up around 10-11pm. Non-greeks are not allowed in until after 12am unless it is a very special occasion. The majority of campus is unaffiliated but if you want to party then going through recruitment helps.

Jun 28, 2011

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User rating for Truman State University - Greek Life is 4.6 out of 5 based on 19 user reviews.

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Facts

Fraternities
  • Alpha Gamma Rho
  • Alpha Tau Omega
  • Apha Phi Alpha
  • Beta Theta Pi
  • Delta Chi
  • Kappa Alpha Psi
  • Lambda Chi Alpha
  • Phi Beta Sigma
  • Phi Kappa Tau
  • Phi Kappa Theta
  • Phi Lambda Phi
  • Phi Sigma Kappa
  • Pi Kappa Phi
  • Sigma Phi Epsilon
  • Sigma Tau Gamma
  • Tau Kappa Epsilon
Sororities
  • Alpha Gamma Delta
  • Alpha Kappa Alpha
  • Alpha Sigma Alpha
  • Delta Sigma Theta
  • Delta Zeta
  • Sigma Chi Delta
  • Sigma Gamma Rho
  • Sigma Kappa
  • Sigma Lambda Gamma
  • Sigma Sigma Sigma
  • Zeta Phi Beta
Other Greek Organizations
  • Interfraternity Council
  • National Pan-Hellenic Council
  • Order of Omega
  • Pan-Hellenic Council
Did You Know?
  • The first Greek organization at Truman was founded in 1914. The last national sorority on campus was Sigma Gamma Rho, created in 1970.
  • On their formal dress days, members of Alpha Sigma Alpha ("the Alphas") wear short red skirts, white button-down shirts, white tights, and black shoes.

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