Should I Join a Fraternity or Sorority?
This is an area where you must use your judgement, and be very honest about your study habits and abilities. If you are interested in the Greek system, you should go ahead and explore the options. As you do, consider: There is often intense pressure to become involved in social events, even during the school week. You need to have a plan, and you need to follow it in order to avoid falling behind on your studies. If living in the organization’s house is too much of a temptation, consider waiting until later in your college experience. It is tragic to see a freshman with straight A’s become a struggling sophomore with B’s and C’s. Recovering from such trouble is extremely difficult.
