University of Tennessee - Greek Life

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College Prowler Take

If going Greek is something that interests you, going through rush is definitely something to consider. At the very least, you will meet people that you will see again and again throughout your college career. Through a Greek organization, you will be able to participate in philanthropies, parties, formals, and the many Greek events that happen throughout the year. If you choose not to do so, you will still have many opportunities at UT to keep you busy, and you will still be able to make many friends.

On paper, it may seem that the number of Greeks are relatively small, and they may not have that much impact on campus. As many students stated, most Greeks are very active and willing to participate in campus events. They, by no means, control everything, but the small percentage of Greeks at UT are very prominent and involved in many successful endeavors. Learn as much as you can about the individual chapters and Greek life in general. Talk with those who have chosen the Greek life, and ask plenty of questions. There is a lot you can do before going through rush to determine if it is for you.

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

The best part about going Greek is... The best part about going Greek is all the people you will meet. They won’t be people you forget after graduation; they will be friends for a lifetime. 12345 Greek Life Report

Anonymous says:

The Greek system at the University... The Greek system at the University of Tennessee is one of the best in the country and has won many national awards. If going Greek is something that interests you, then definitely consider registering for rush. 12345 Greek Life Report

Anonymous says:

Being Greek will open many doors... Being Greek will open many doors that would be much more difficult to open if you are not Greek. You will have access to a lot of things, not just a social life, that will benefit you as a person. 12345 Greek Life Report

Anonymous says:

Greek life encompasses 10 percent... Greek life encompasses 10 percent of the campus. To those 10 percent that live and breathe it, they are a fairly tight-knit group that generally stays within its own ranks. Greek life throws most of the parties and does a majority of the philanthropic work around campus. They attempt to dominate, but this campus does not care. 12345 Greek Life Report

Anonymous says:

If you do not go Greek, it does... If you do not go Greek, it does not mean that you will have an unhappy time at UT. The school is so big that everyone has plenty of opportunities if they are willing to work, regardless if they are Greek or not.’ 12345 Greek Life Report

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Fraternities at the University of Tennessee report that an average of 53 percent of Greeks are involved in some kind of campus leadership activity outside of the fraternity.

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