Benefits
Friendship
The Greek Community at Iowa State allows for a home-away-from-home environment you can proudly come back to after graduation. Being part of the Greek Community is a chance to be a part of something greater than yourself. Through the Greek Community you are given the advantage of networking through alumni and being involved with campus leadership activities. The Greek Community can also provide the perfect living environment during your collegiate years. You will gain more from your education than academics. You will also gain lifelong friendships, memories, and a strong sense of accomplishment.
Leadership
The Greek Community at Iowa State offers endless opportunities for developing leadership skills in its members. Chapters encourage their members to be involved in chapter and campus-wide activities. Today, it takes more than a college degree to be successful. Employers want college graduates who have demonstrated leadership abilities and aren't afraid to get involved. The Greek Community is able to provide its members with these opportunities.
Philanthropy
Greeks take pride in community service and philanthropy. Each chapter has a foundation or charity they sponsor through philanthropic events. Sororities and fraternities sponsor a multitude of activities each year to impact the local community and raise money for their special philanthropies.
Residence
Living in the Greek community your college career provides you the opportunity to interact with your brothers and sisters daily. Your Greek chapter is a home away from home.
Scholarship
Iowa State fraternities and sororities strive for high scholarship and developing academic excellence among their chapter members. One sign of strong academic ability is a solid grade point average. The Greek Community traditionally maintains a higher G.P.A. than the all-University average.
