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Greek life at Ole Miss isn’t just another organization—it’s a way of life. The Greeks on campus aren’t just partiers who go out all the time; they’re in all the clubs and religious organizations, on the Student Programming Board, and busy with volunteering and conducting fundraisers. They’re basically everywhere, and they’re involved all over campus and in the city. The parties are great, but they’re only a small part of Greek life. The majority of a Greek student’s time is spent on rush practice, meetings, committees, study hall, and volunteering. Most Greek organizations require each member to earn a certain amount of points each semester through service hours and attendance at campus-wide lectures. Each fraternity and sorority has different rules to abide by, but almost all have some sort of academic policy that you must sign.

If your parents are dubious about you joining one of these organizations, tell them about these positive aspects of the Greek system. If you’re even remotely thinking about going Greek, many students will tell you that it’s fun and you’ll meet tons of people. If you decide you’re not sure you want to commit to something that serious and time consuming, wait a year. You can always rush as a sophomore. Remember to be open-minded and don’t dislike people because they’re in a fraternity or a sorority—but don’t be friends with people just because they’re in one, either.

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Hottytoddy42

Journalism '15

4.6

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One of the Best in the Country

We have one of the most competitive Greek systems in the Country. However, it's a small school and it forces the system to only choose the cream of the crop. I'm in a sorority but I can still argue that the worst sorority at Ole Miss is still better than the some of the best at competitor schools. Although Greek life is huge, if you are a girl who is not Greek you won't miss out as much as you think you will. The best parties are thrown by fraternities and you don't have to be Greek affiliated to attend. However, if your a guy who isn't Greek you'll have a hard time.

May 15, 2012

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marabensing

Journalism '15

3.5

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Greek Dominates

Ole Miss is one of the most known Greek schools in the country. Greek life does seem to dominate campus and most events that happen. I did rush, and I found it to be insanely superficial, which made me want to drop my sorority. All the Greek girls I've met are wonderful. Just the process of rush is unfair and kind of ridiculous in my opinion.

May 10, 2012

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srharris17

Political Science and Government '13

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Greek Life at the University of Mississippi

Greek life at the University of Mississippi is strong with nearly 50% of the student population participating. I would recommend doing some research before you rush, and carefully consider going Greek. I have friends who are on both sides of the playing field and both absolutely love Oxford and Ole Miss. You'll make amazing friends whether you go Greek or not. It's all up to you.. having said that, Ole Miss has the best Greek system in the South and probably the whole US.

Apr 14, 2012

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