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With the exception of a few frat parties, the Greek scene at Yale is almost nonexistent. For the few who are involved, it is mostly seen as another social activity, a place where you can hang out and find some support. The fraternity scene is more prominent than the sororities (there are 8 fraternities, but only 3 sororities) mostly because they serve as clubs for Yale’s varsity athletes.
While the Greek scene is very small, most Yalies see the a cappella groups as an equivalent replacement. Like most fraternity and sorority pledges, the singing groups’ potential members rush and go through an initiation. These groups are together often for rehearsals and tours so they become a kind of family—much like the brothers and sisters of a sorority.
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mono172000 says: Yale University 2012 Social Sciences  |
Greek Life Is Really Small, but Fun.
B-
Greek life at Yale in no way dominates any kind of social life. But it does exist and is actually really fun if you find yourself gravitating toward that group of kids. I personally enjoy it a lot.
Greek Life: January 04, 2010
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amcternan06 says: Yale University 2010 History |
Decent
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Greek life is decent, and people will go to the parties. But, realistically, Greek life here isn't nearly as significant as it is at state schools. I guess that should be expected.
Greek Life: December 05, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
It’s a freaking joke. Next...
It’s a freaking joke. Next question. |
Anonymous says: |
Sororities are almost nonexistent;...
Sororities are almost nonexistent; you hardly know anyone in one. As for frats, they are bigger if you want them to be. There are maybe four houses that consistently throw parties, but it tends to be the same crowd at these parties. If it’s your thing, it’s really cool; if not, there is plenty more to do around here. |
kekilleen says: Yale University 2012 Physical Sciences |
Pretty Sparse
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There are a few frats that throw parties. Other than that, you wouldn't know they exist.
Greek Life: December 03, 2009
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Fraternities
- Alpha Delta Phi
- Beta Theta Pi
- Delta Kappa Epsilon
- Lambsa Upsilon Lamda
- Sigma Alpha Epsiolon
- Sigma Chi
- Sigma Nu
- Zeta Psi
- Alpha Phi Alpha
- Alpha Sigma Phi
- Sigma Phi Epsilon
Sororities
- Kappa Alpha Theta
- Kappa Kappa Gamma
- Pi Beta Phi
- Alpha Epsilon Phi
- Alpha Kappa Alpha
- Delta Sigma Theta
- Sigma Psi Zeta
Multicultural Colonies
- Alpha Epsilon Phi
- Alpha Kappa Alpha (NPHC)
- Alpha Phi Alpha (NPHC)
- Delta Sigma Theta (NPHC)
Other Greek Organizations
Did You Know?
The frat Delta Kappa Epsilon is famous for “Butthole Week” in which its new pledges walk around campus, unwashed, performing degrading tasks.
Yale is known for its underground network of secret societies. There are over 10 prominent groups including Skull and Bones, Berzelius, Book and Snake, Elihu, Society of St. Anthony Hall, and Wolf’s Head.
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