This trust has to be proved at all levels - from each reporter, from each editor, and from the entire paper. While not denying that this type of adolescent behavior still exists, it is very easy to overlook the positive aspects of Greek life. Fraternities promote leadership, community service, and active involvement in University events. Fraternities offer students a chance to make lasting friendships and form business connections for future success after college. Fraternities offer students a chance to make connections in academic life that can lead to better grades and graduation rates.
Greek organizations are prevalent in American government as well.
Fraternities have a proven track record for leadership in business and government. U of L's fraternities offer local and national leadership training workshops and seminars where students can go and learn skills to help them in the post-collegiate job market. The experience gained from being a member of a Greek organization is much like the interaction of a business, with all members working towards a common goal. U of L Fraternity members have higher graduation rates, and had a higher cumulative GPA than the all-men's average as of last semester. Fraternities provide test files as a workable resource to aid their members in studying, and act as large study groups for members in the same classes.