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Does anyone know what ad-comms think about greek organizations? I know there are social and professional (e.g. fraternities for philanthropy and business/chem/engineering) but is there any sort of preference or leg-up? I know the Dean of Admissions and several ad-comm members at Creighton were in Alpha Chi Sigma (Professional Chemistry) but I dunno if it really helps or not.
 
It wouldn't hurt to tell them. My advisor actually told me that if I had a leadership position (President, Vice-President) that it would strengthen my application.
 
Are there any Greeks in this forum? I am a Sigma Chi and was wondering if there were any Sigs in this forum.
 
I'm a Kappa Kappa Gamma. I actually had a Dr. interview me at Wake who was a Kappa too. Can't hurt your application, especially if you were an officer, as long as you don't talk about it too much. It is a social organization after all :laugh:
 
skoaner said:
Does anyone know what ad-comms think about greek organizations? I know there are social and professional (e.g. fraternities for philanthropy and business/chem/engineering) but is there any sort of preference or leg-up? I know the Dean of Admissions and several ad-comm members at Creighton were in Alpha Chi Sigma (Professional Chemistry) but I dunno if it really helps or not.
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I dont know if it will give you any advantage, but if you are a brother it wont hurt you... I am in AXSigma and several of my essays were about the leadership roles that I have been given within the organization.

If you are a brother, you could always email them and mention something about axsigma.. I am sure they would love to hear your opinion on Cag or Geber... if you are not a memeber you have no clue what I am talking about 😳
 
There are about 7 frats that go by the nickname "sigs" that I know of. My best friend was a sigma chi at U of Oregon. sigma chee.
 
Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike)
 
Alpha Phi Omega
 
Medikit said:
The only reason I know greek letters is because of Physics and Pchem 😳
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The only reason I know physics is cause of drunk nights
 
Fraternities are like any EC you stick on your AMCAS app--be prepared to discuss it in an interview. If you really want to get into it, put it in the personal statement. Don't, however, join a fraternity because you somehow think that it makes you a 'better rounded' person, because you'll have a miserable time and suffer for no good reason.
 
DrYo has a good point. Don't join one b/c you think you'll look well rounded and good.

I remember filling out a secondary and they specifically wrote to not put down fraternities/sororities as an EC. I don't remember which school this was though. I'm not exactly sure if it's frowned upon - especially since through my experience, people gain a lot of leadership and organizational experience through these groups. Just follow DrYo's guidance and you should be fine. 🙂

Kappa Alpha Theta 🙂
 
SitraAchra said:
GDI and f*cking glad
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holler.



Since when did the greek system promote well-roundedness?
 
mmmmm....sigma chis....mmmmm...sigma alpha epsilons...mmmm....kappa sigs....definitely the hottest frat boys at U of kentucky...too bad about the whole crappy personality with a huge ego thing.
😉
 
The Southern Gentleman: Kappa Alpha Order

Without some of the leadership,time management, and discipline I received in KA, I honestly don't think that I would be going to med school right now.
This is only my opinion, and opinions are like buttholes everyone has one.
 
Kind of off topic, but did anyone read that book Pledged: The Secret Life of Sorority Girls by Alexandra Robbins, it was on a front display at B&N for some time so some of ya'll might have read it.

I thought it was insane what some of those girls do to themselves/eachother.
 
SitraAchra said:
Kind of off topic, but did anyone read that book The Secret Life of Sorority Girls by Alexandra Robbins, it was on a front display at B&N for some time so some of ya'll might have read it.

I thought it was insane what some of those girls do to themselves/eachother.
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I think the experience is different for everyone - not all sororities/fraternities are filled with binge drinking/hazing/party animals.

Some of my experiences with my old sorority really helped me develop leadership experience, etc. However, we were a pretty laid back group of girls.

I met tons of amazing people both in and out of the whole greek system. Labels aren't really necessary.
 
Fermata said:
Yea...adcoms love that on your resume...

"Hey....I see here that you were a rape artist...I mean...frat boy in college."
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douche bag
 
Seriously though, what valor is there in a social frat/sorority? They throw parties that are exclusive and give undue self-importance, and for "service" they just pay money once, maybe twice a semester.

I'm sorry but, from the outside it looks to be all about the image, about being part of something "special" when in reality anyone with the $ and shallowness can get in.

Yes, these are stereotypes, and undoubtedly there are genuinely good people in the greek system. But from all I've gained from 4 years of undergrad, the stereotypes are constanly enforced.
 
kappa sig

What about fraternities once you're in medical school. I'm not applying anywhere but Texas but what schools still have them?

I know UTMB does in Galveston.
 
"I'm sorry but, from the outside it looks to be all about the image, about being part of something "special" when in reality anyone with the $ and shallowness can get in."

#1) Yes, you are sorry.
#2) For a person who claims to celebrate open-mindedness (as opposed to the "exclusivity" of the greek system), you sure known how to drop sweeping judgements on people you've never met.
#3) I didn't have the money, and my organization payed my way for most of my stay. And our charity raised a serious amount of cash for the American Heart Association.

The folks I know in the greek system don't sit around and bitch about independants. Seems to go the other way, as is so painfully displayed by the tone of your post.

Have fun.
 
Herman Bloom said:
The folks I know in the greek system don't sit around and bitch about independants. Seems to go the other way
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Good point. 👍

I'm not saying sometimes the greek system isn't shallow and elitist but it does do some good and on top of that I too have never heard a Greek say "That person isn't in a frat/sorority...what's wrong with them?! They suck." but I hear plenty of independents trash Greeks.
 
On a side note, professional fraternities are good for networking with like-minded people with similar interests. At huge schools clubs are an excellent way to make friends. Also, a lot of clubs have dues of some sort so whats the difference between paying to be a part of the fencing club vs a greek organization. Often the greeks have nice houses you get to hang out in with big screen TVs, magazines, pool/foosball tables, and even former test banks that help in studying. I really see no downside.
 
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Herman Bloom said:
#1) Yes, you are sorry.
#2) For a person who claims to celebrate open-mindedness (as opposed to the "exclusivity" of the greek system), you sure known how to drop sweeping judgements on people you've never met.
#3) I didn't have the money, and my organization payed my way for most of my stay. And our charity raised a serious amount of cash for the American Heart Association.

The folks I know in the greek system don't sit around and bitch about independants. Seems to go the other way, as is so painfully displayed by the tone of your post.

Have fun.
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I think you've got me all wrong. Actually, I just dislike you. I have great friends who are in frats, and I posted what I said to get meaningful replies. Congrats on being paid for in your frat, did they throw you a party? Whoa kegger dude!

Oh, and the reason independents "bitch" about the greek system is because every year girls get raped and pledges die in your wonderful lifestyle.

So go put on your pink polo shirt, fray the bill of that baseball cap, and hop in one of your buddy's SUV's douche bag.
 
alpha phi alpha fraternity, inc.
 
SitraAchra said:
I think you've got me all wrong. Actually, I just dislike you. I have great friends who are in frats, and I posted what I said to get meaningful replies. Congrats on being paid for in your frat, did they throw you a party? Whoa kegger dude!

Oh, and the reason independents "bitch" about the greek system is because every year girls get raped and pledges die in your wonderful lifestyle.

So go put on your pink polo shirt, fray the bill of that baseball cap, and hop in one of your buddy's SUV's douche bag.
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WOW. That's all I can really say. I've never heard such BS.
 
alumna of Delta Xi Omega sorority🙂
 
Mwz1024 said:
Are there any Greeks in this forum? I am a Sigma Chi and was wondering if there were any Sigs in this forum.
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I belong to Pi Kappa Alpha
Go Pikes!
 
Sigma Kappa, also in APO but I don't consider it a real greek organization. i joined EK because they are very devoted to a specific philanthropy that I personally feel strongly about - alzheimers research. The girls in my sorority strive to have good grades and active social lives, while helping other people through philanthropic events. I know on the outside maybe all anybody sees is the social aspect, but there is so much more to greek life than just that. I am not saying it's bad to NOT be greek, to each his own, I just don't feel it is fair that people bash us so quickly without knowing what it's really all about. I'm in a sorority because I care about my grades and our specific philanthropy, and YES I also enjoy going out and being social. I don't see what's wrong with that?
 
Premedtomed said:
Hey bro what's up?
Eta Rho chapter

Once a Pike Always a Pike 👍 😀
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Hey old buddy - congrats on your acceptance(s). hope all is going well.

Hey TMag, what pike chapter were you part of?

Best of luck everyone.
 
SitraAchra said:
I think you've got me all wrong. Actually, I just dislike you. I have great friends who are in frats, and I posted what I said to get meaningful replies. Congrats on being paid for in your frat, did they throw you a party? Whoa kegger dude!

Oh, and the reason independents "bitch" about the greek system is because every year girls get raped and pledges die in your wonderful lifestyle.

So go put on your pink polo shirt, fray the bill of that baseball cap, and hop in one of your buddy's SUV's douche bag.
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Phi Delta Theta (Cal Alpha)

By the way, none of my bros raped any girls or killed any pledges. Most of us spent time every week with ALS patients (Lou Gerhig was a Phi). We ran food drives, had relay for life teams etc. And yes we did have keggers, but let's not judge each other ok?
 
batchild39 said:
Phi Delta Theta (Cal Alpha)

By the way, none of my bros raped any girls or killed any pledges. Most of us spent time every week with ALS patients (Lou Gerhig was a Phi). We ran food drives, had relay for life teams etc. And yes we did have keggers, but let's not judge each other ok?
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Chill dude
 
Pi Kappa Phi.

(btw, some of the posts in this thread are getting intense. i think everyone could afford a drink) 😉
 
Herman Bloom said:
The folks I know in the greek system don't sit around and bitch about independants. Seems to go the other way, as is so painfully displayed by the tone of your post.
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And serial killers don't sit around and bitch about people who don't serial kill. What's the point? (By the way, who do you think it is who uses the stupid GDI label? At my undergrad you were a pariah if you dared be a GDI, i.e. an adult.)

It's great when frat boys get ripped on, and they get all bristled. "Douche bag!" I love it. It's a house that a bunch of emotionally stunted dudes live in together, you don't need to defend it with your dying breath. "They're my brothers!" They're some guys who liked the way you wore your khakis and took your spankings when you rushed. That's it and that's all.
 
batchild39 said:
By the way, none of my bros raped any girls or killed any pledges.
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Whoa. This is like when some guy scores a perfect on the MCAT. I figure it happens, but still it sounds like an urban legend when you hear about it.
 
skoaner said:
Often the greeks have nice houses you get to hang out in with big screen TVs, magazines, pool/foosball tables, and even former test banks that help in studying.
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haha, "help" in studying. The two frat guys in my chemE class only managed to squeak through because their house had tons of past homework assignments and tests to copy from. In a major that relies primarily on take-home work (as opposed to in-class exams) due to the complexity of the subjects covered, having that stuff lying around meant you could get any grade you wanted on the tests.
 
Some people need to calm down.
There is no point in arguing over this issue. Agreed the Truth is out there.
We, fraternity members, do know that and are always trying to put a positive image (i.e. those of who realize that Frat image needs an uplifiting) by "not" doing silly things/promoting silly behavior
Not everything/every chapter is horrible.

http://www.forbes.com/2003/01/31/cx_dd_0131frat.html
A few facts ( I think they are nearly accurate if not completely true)
# All but 2 U.S. Presidents, since 1825, have been fraternity men.
# 57% of all Congressmen and Senators belong to a fraternity.
# 40 of the 47 Supreme Court Justices, since 1910, have been fraternity men.
# 100 of the 158 Cabinet members, since 1900, have been fraternity men.
# Of the U.S.'s 50 largest corporations, 37 are headed by fraternity men.
# 78% of the Fortune 500 chief executives are fraternity men.
 
sacrament said:
And serial killers don't sit around and bitch about people who don't serial kill. What's the point? (By the way, who do you think it is who uses the stupid GDI label? At my undergrad you were a pariah if you dared be a GDI, i.e. an adult.)

It's great when frat boys get ripped on, and they get all bristled. "Douche bag!" I love it. It's a house that a bunch of emotionally stunted dudes live in together, you don't need to defend it with your dying breath. "They're my brothers!" They're some guys who liked the way you wore your khakis and took your spankings when you rushed. That's it and that's all.
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this coming from a person who has admited on SDN to not being much of a people-person... Hey, social organizations aren't for everyone, so there's no reason to hate my friend :laugh:
 
ku06 said:
Give me the percentage of fraternity people who engage in rape versus people who live in dorms or apartments. Where are you drawing this statistic from?
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Actually, the stats ARE higher for fraternities. Why? Because those are the kind of people that fraternities attract, along with all the other meatheads with no socially redeeming characteristics. Yeah, sure, fraternities were noble organizations back when they were founded, but things have changed since the 1800s.

And sure, you may be involved in some philanthropic activities, but only because you are forced to do so by the fraternity, and only because the people who founded fraternities and make you do these things were respectful people. Yes, some people in fratearnities are benevolent caring people who enjoy helping out others, but theres definitely a large percentage of *****s involved in the Greek system that ruin any possible credibility you could have kept.

It's no surprise that several girls get drugged and/or raped at fraternity parties every year at my university, yet you never hear about any situations at the local dorms.
 
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