University of Tennessee
- Greek Life

School or Greek?

Being in a sorority at the University of Tennessee, I now understand what happens at college. I am one of the few who do not drink, therefor I have a different outlook on greek life than most. If you are a partier, then greek life is for you. But if not, then the social events just get in the way of studying. I view the greek life as a great way to meet new people and philanthropies are a great way to help others. But as for educational purposes, greek life does not help boost grades.

Greeks Are Everywhere

You can't go anywhere on campus without seeing one girl with her letters on, be it a T-shirt, hat, cup, anything. Most of the parties you'll go to in your freshman year are Greek-ran. There's definitely a strong Greek presence on campus, and rushing is pretty rewarding, if that's your kind of scene.

Social Acceptance Is Greek Life

There is a lot of emphasis on being part of a fraternity or sorority at University of Tennessee's Knoxville campus. If you want to have an active social life here, you will have a difficult time without joining one of these groups. Many people will not even date outside of brother/sister fraternity/sorority groups. This is not to say that people will treat you negatively in day to day life, but solid relationships are much less likely if you are not in the Greek life.