University of Cincinnati - Greek Life

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College Prowler Take

For some students at UC, Greek life is a big part of their college career. However, compared to other universities, UC Greek life is not as widespread and prominent, and while the University has plenty of fraternities and sororities, being a part of one is not a big deal. You can join one if you like, but there are plenty of other groups and clubs to join if you want to meet new people and get involved. The Greek houses are nice for those who choose to live in them, but it may not be the best place if you’re looking for some peace and quiet—especially on the weekends. If socializing is important, however, it may be something worth looking into. Most fraternities and sororities hold events together, so Greek members are able to meet Greeks in houses other than their own, so because of this, they tend to stick together as a community. The organizations are really involved in the Cincinnati community as well, so they tend to get a little more respect—they aren’t just all about partying.

In most cases, non-Greeks can befriend people who are involved in fraternities and sororities and get into their parties and social events without having to pay all the membership fees. Though some students in Greek life are stuck-up, most are down to earth and treat non-Greeks with respect. There is not a huge divide between Greeks and other students—most non-Greeks just tend to do their own thing.

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Students Speak Out

MikeCFGraham says: University of Cincinnati 2013 Business

Frat and Sororities Are Prevalent on Campus A The Greek life is a very active part of the university. The Greeks hold parties, but are not limited. They are very active in volunteer work in the community. 12345 Greek Life: March 16, 2010 Report

Anonymous says:

Being a part of Greek life is... Being a part of Greek life is really rewarding. I’ve met a lot of people through my fraternity but also in other chapters. The Greek community does a lot to help charities and the Cincinnati area, but we also know how to have a good time. 12345 Greek Life Report

Anonymous says:

The frats and sororities vary from... The frats and sororities vary from super-rich kids to people with lower incomes, huge to tiny chapters, and jerks to nice people. Stratford Heights, where most of the houses are, is pretty lame though. 12345 Greek Life Report

Anonymous says:

I’m not too familiar with Greek... I’m not too familiar with Greek life, but I have noticed there are a lot of great things sororities and fraternities do for the campus and other organizations. I have no bad things to say about Greek life. 12345 Greek Life Report

Anonymous says:

It’s easy to spot people in Greek... It’s easy to spot people in Greek life—they usually wear T-shirts with their letters or carry tote bags (well, the sorority girls do). They’re just like everyone else though, and most of them are really nice. They don’t fit that stereotype you see on the movies. 12345 Greek Life Report

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Did You Know?

Every spring, the UC Greek community holds Greek Week, when fraternities and sororities raise money for charity. Chapters come together to compete for points by participating in contests. They also hold individual fundraisers throughout the week to raise more money for the Greek Week fund.

Each year during Homecoming weekend, Greeks come together to raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation by participating in a 5K run. All proceeds benefit the foundation.

Fraternities and sororities also hold ice cream socials and “Meet the Greeks” events at the beginning of each school year to draw students to learn about the Greek community and possibly become members.

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