While USF seems to have many Greek colonies, the majority of the fraternities and sororities on campus are service-based and/or academic-oriented. The social ones are often affiliated with a particular culture or special interest, and there's just one fraternity and one sorority known around campus to be purely based upon friendship and social life. There is no pressure to join, and as a result, the lack of interest shows. Most USF students are unaware and oblivious, if not entirely apathetic, to Greek life. There are no designated houses on or around campus, and the majority of the Greek presence is limited to random sweatshirts with Greek letters.
Despite its low-profile presence, Greek life is involved with campus events such as Homecoming, the annual Greek Games, Thanksgiving Potluck, Christmas Clothing Drive, and various socials and mixers. Lately, with the Greek Council focusing on promoting more of a campus presence, some colonies are bringing their goals and interests front and center, particularly with the all-night teeter-totter for charity event and USF American Idol competitions. Most students say the Greek scene at USF is virtually nonexistent, which means that you will not be suffocated, like at some other schools, with pledges running around doing all sorts of crazy things. However, if Greek life is for you, then you still have the opportunity to participate.