A sorority is defined as a women's student organization that is formed chiefly for service and/or social purposes. However, it offers much more than just membership.  A sorority provides academic enhancement, friendship, development of leadership skills and the opportunity to serve the community. As a national organization, a sorority generates personal and professional growth through networking and participating in other activites well beyond your college years.   Why do you want to belong to a Sorority? This is a question that needs to be taken SERIOUSLY and should be well thought out and answered honestly. Is there any one right answer? Definitely not, it should be a sincere answer from the heart.   How do you know which is right for you? DO YOUR RESEARCH!!! Being a part of a sorority is a life-time commitment. You need to know what you are getting into.  You would not start a new job without finding out all the details, right?  So why not do the same when trying to decide on a sorority.   Should you make your interest known early? Note:  This question is going to be answered from a Sigma Gamma Rho perspective.  How are you going to become a part of this organization unless you let us know that you are interested.  The key is to go about it in a professional and discreet manner. Do not be pushy,  just be yourself and let us know that you would like additional information on the sorority. It is ok for us to know you are interested, but you do not have to let the entire world know!  Also remember, just because you may have family and or friends who are a part of this organization, WILL NOT guarantee membership, therefore sucking up is a waste of time and a huge turn off!!   How do you meet the members of the sorority you wish to belong to? Nothing works better than to get out and about on the campus. Most Greeks are "VERY ACTIVE" on the yard. They are in other organizations, ie. RA's, tutors, band and choir members, student gov't members, etc. You are bound to encounter someone who is apart of the sorority you wish to belong to. Specifically for us, if you see us on the yard, speak and say hello.  Also, come to our events and activities.  If you only come to the Interest Meeting, you have not given us the chance to get to know you and decide if we want to invite you into our family.   What is the sorority looking for in a member? Well the answer to this could be a number of things, but for the most part someone who is going to be dedicated, focused and well rounded. If you are not, then at least be willing to be the best person you can be.  It is often said that once you join a sorority you are buying friends, but the truth is you are building a bond of life long friendships and experiences that will be with you forever, in most cases .  We all were founded by strong, focused women.  Imagine being involved in something that may be as old as your grandmother or even your great-grandmother. The bottom line is just like in life, Greek life is what YOU make of it. One thing we do stress is, please keep your reputation intact. A horrible reputation can follow you forever!!  Remember once you are a member of any organization you represent all of its members and in turn, they represent you.   What if you do not have the grades to become a member of a sorority? Well that's easy, WORK ON THEM!!  Not just to become a member of a sorority, but for yourself. Your education is MOST IMPORTANT. That is why you are in college in the first place, at least that should be your reason.    Did you ever wonder why you may have been rejected from a particular sorority, even though you had the minimum GPA? Just because you have the 2.5 (or whatever is required) does not mean that you will definitely be asked to become a member. You are probably not the only person applying for membership. Just like in the job world, you need to make yourself stand out.  Positive things like community service and talents also mean a lot.  Basically speaking, you should have something to bring to the table.    "I want to step, do the call and be popular!" If this has ever come out of your mouth, you are DEFINITELY not ready to become greek. Being a member of a sorority is not just about the colors, stepping and the call. It is about uplifting yourself and the community. A lot of people do not realize how much Greeks actually do within the community and on the college campus! Three letters across your chest is not going to make you any more or less attractive.  If you were lame before, then chances are, you still will be. If  it does change others opinion about you, then they probably are not your real friends in the first place.     Finally, do not let anyone else dictate your actions.  You must learn to BE YOURSELF to go anywhere.   

Sigma Gamma Rho = Work + Responsibility + Respectability +EDUCATION
Do You Have What It Takes?