Benefits of Joining
Benefits of Joining
Sororities are one of the many ways in which students can get involved and contribute to the University community. Sorority members are committed to academic excellence, personal and leadership development, community service, philanthropy and so much more!
Below is just a few ways membership can shape the college experience.
Sisterhood & Support
Leaving for college is a huge transition. One of our community’s goals is to make that transition easier. Our community makes up about 8% of the undergraduate student population on campus. This allows our members to feel a strong sense of community
“The chance to be around so many ambitious women has pushed me to be the best person I can be ”
Academic Achievement
Sorority members promote scholarship by providing academic resources to their members including tutoring, members with similar academic interests, academic advisors, study groups, scholarships, and awards. Fraternities and sororities at the U historically have higher GPAs than their non-Greek peers. Since fraternities and sororities have GPA requirements to stay involved, this provides an additional level of accountability
Our Greek GPA is higher than all undergrad GPA
Participation in Internships, Study Abroad, Research, and more!
Time Commitment
The time commitment varies from chapter to chapter, but the first semester will likely be one of the busiest times. After initiation, expectations vary, but each chapter has weekly required meetings as well as other mandatory events (community service, philanthropy, initiation, educational events, etc.) that are scheduled and communicated well in advance.
Additionally, organizations often have other events or activities in the week, which are often optional, including bonding activities with other organization members and/or socials with other fraternities and sororities. As with any commitment, the more time you are able to put into being involved, the more you will get out of the experience!
Leadership Opportunities
There are many leadership opportunities that are offered through Sorority Life. Members are elected to officer positions and manage day-to-day operations of the organization. These officers are assisted by members serving on committees and by alumni advisors. All of our sororities are also part of an inter/national organization that offers support, advice and direction through paid professional staff members and regional volunteers. Additionally, the Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life has professional staff members who are charged with supporting organizations and students involved in fraternities and sororities.
Sororities are truly learning labs for leadership development!
“Joining a sorority at the University of Utah has significantly expanded my network, leading to numerous leadership opportunities on campus. From holding internal leadership roles within my own chapter to managing marketing for official campus councils, the connections I’ve made through Greek life have opened doors to experiences I otherwise wouldn’t have had access to.”
17,457 hours of service done by the community
over $667,616 raised towards philanthropies
Philanthropy & service
Community service and supporting philanthropic organizations are a large part of joining the fraternity and sorority community at the U! Our students give back thousands of hours to various causes in Salt Lake City and the surrounding area while also raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for important causes. A few of our chapters Philanthropic efforts include:
Service for Sight
Read>Lead>Achieve
Domestic Violence Awareness
Make a Wish Foundation
American Cancer Society