Information for Parents

Stepping into a tradition, sharing a special history and mission, maintaining the highest standards of integrity and achievement - this is what it means to be part of the Greek legacy.

Utah State University fraternity and sorority members are a community of students and alumni who value character, leadership, scholarship and service.

Joining the Greek system at Utah State means belonging to some of the country�s oldest organizations and continuing a legacy of academic excellence and value based leadership.

Fraternity and sorority members create a broad network of friends who support and enforce social responsibility, perform 7,000 hours of service a year and raise more than 16,500 dollars for charitable organizations. Students become part of a national community that includes 78% of the Presidents of the United States and leaders such as; Condoleezza Rice, Elizabeth Dole, J. Willard Marriott, Bonnie Parkin, Niel Armstrong and David B. Haight.

Personal growth, networking and respect for learning are the history and future of Greek life.

How Can Your Student Benefit From Being Greek?

For your student, making the transition from high school or a community college to a four year college or university may seem like an imposing challenge. One or more of the following questions may be on his/her mind:

  • Will I fit in and make new friends?
  • Will I be able to succeed academically?
  • Will I be able to get involved in campus organizations and better my leadership skills?
  • Will I find other people interested in the same things that I am?
  • How can I prepare for my career?
  • Will I feel like a part of the campus community or just another number?

Greek organizations exist as a proven support network for your student's as he/she embarks on this new period in his/her life. Over 400,000 students across the country are currently Greek. Greek organizations can help personalize your student's college experience by offering a scholastic support system; hands-on experience in leading committees, managing budgets, and interacting with faculty and administrators; exposure to potential careers through educational programs and discussions with alumni; the chance to give back the community through service projects; and close friends who will cheer him/her on when he/she is successful and support him/her when times are tough. With all these opportunities available to them, it is no wonder that Greek community members tend to graduate from college at a higher rate than those students not involved in Greek organizations. As a parent, you are undoubtedly concerned about your student's college experience and the choices he/she will make. Please feel free to write us or any of our 10 Chapters to inquire about any concerns or questions you may have.

For general questions, please e-mail greeks@cc.usu.edu.

If you would like to contact individual chapters, please see the fraternities or the sororities page.