A fraternity/sorority is a group of men or women bound together by
brotherhood or sisterhood and common goals and aspirations. The members that form a fraternity or
sorority share their efforts, friendship, and knowledge. Together these members
learn, grow and make the Greek organization stronger. Their common experience builds
ties that last a lifetime. This forms a brotherhood or sisterhood amongst members
which helps to develop strong and creative leadership leading to success.
Though there are many different fraternities and sororities,
they all share common founding principles that are of interest to any Aggie. Greek
organizations enhance your educational experience by emphasizing intellectual,
interpersonal, and social development. The ideals of lifelong friendship, sound
education, campus and community service, and social interaction are what Greek members
strive to live by every day.
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Every fraternity is different and
unique. Texas A&M prides itself on hosting over 50 fraternities and
sororities, each with their own characteristics and personalities. The
images portrayed in the movies and on TV shows do not reflect those attitudes
at Texas A&M. Our motto is simple: Aggie Greeks...Becoming The Best!
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By far, this is not the
truth at Texas A&M. Our Greek students represent a variety of
ethnic, economic, and social backgrounds. Students of all majors and
interests are affiliated with a fraternity or sorority. One of the
greatest aspects of Greek Life is that each chapter offers something different
to each member.
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Fraternity/Sorority membership requires anywhere
from 2 to 8
hours a week. Whether it be a community service project, planning an event, or
regular weekly meetings, Greek members have learned to manage their time wisely with other
commitments such as schoolwork, a job, and significant others. This is why so many
members have succeeded in their lives.
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Annual membership dues vary from approximately
$400 to $800 per semester. This cost is used to pay for the upkeep of the house or lodge, community
service, scholarships, intramurals, and many of the social events offered. As some
say - "Greek life is the best deal at college."
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TAMU is a large campus with
approximately 45,000 students. The
sooner you know more people, the more comfortable you will feel on campus. By
joining your first year, you will find adjusting to life in Aggieland a lot easier.
Most members who don't join their first year here wished they had.
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Recruitment is the time when Sororities and Fraternities seek and
recruit new members. The recruitment events are at different times for men and for
women. Recruitment is a time when students have an opportunity to visit the groups and see
what each has to offer. Recruitment information can be obtained through
the Department of Greek Life. Please call (979) 862-5636.
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No. Recruitment is a time to see what Greek life can offer
you. Going through Recruitment and its functions does not commit you to joining.
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Bid Day is when women pick up their invitations to join a
sorority. Bid House is when men are informed of their invitation to join a
fraternity.
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Visit other areas of our
Greek Life Web site, individual chapter web sites, or feel free to call the
Department of Greek Life at (979) 862-5636. We are here to help you!
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