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Fraternities and fraternal societies date back centuries. As with all long lasting institutions, Greek letter organizations have gone through periods of change, sometimes for the better, sometimes not. In today’s society, you might wonder if any reason still exists to GO GREEK. The answer may surprise you. Fraternities are still a vibrant part of the Colorado State and Fort Collins community. They still provide the best opportunity to meet people and make new friends, develop leadership skills, and make a difference on the campus and in the community.

Academics are probably your greatest concern as well it should be. Your academic transcript is a great determinant of your career success. The primary mission of all fraternities is to encourage and develop high scholastic achievement among its members. It’s also important to note that while only 50% of all college males graduate from their freshman institution, the graduation rate for fraternity members is over 70%.

These days it takes more than a good transcript to get a job – employers are looking for leadership experience. As a fraternity man, you’ll be a leader as an officer, committee member, or just a participant. You’ll learn how to manage a budget, run effective meetings, speak in public, and motivate others.

Fraternities are part of the greater campus and thus contribute to the community in a variety of ways. Many Greek organizations volunteer their time to causes like Habitat for Humanity, Youth Aids, Project America, Journey of Hope, or the American Heart Association. They fully participate in the Intramural sports program and many varsity athletes are fraternity men. Greek men and women have headed Colorado State’s ASCSU, SLiCE, and the LSC Governing Board.

There are other advantages to fraternity membership like networking and travel. Many fraternities have houses in places you may need to visit. When traveling to these places, you’ll have a place to stay and instant friends in town. When it is time to look for that summer job or internship, you will have had the opportunity to meet your organizations alumni, giving you an inside advantage to finding the position that is right for you.

Above all, through your fraternity experience you will make friendships that will last a lifetime. These friendships, what we call brotherhood, will be deeper and closer than any others in your life. Brotherhood is the foundation of the fraternity experience and combines the best of individualism and communal respect and cooperation. Your fraternity brothers will be at your side to share in your successes and offer you support in your disappointments. Brotherhood means having a family no matter the distance or situation.