True friendship gives more and takes less. Friendship provides ties between men that bond them together. In no group is this more important nor more exemplified than in a fraternity. Every member of the Fraternity should expect that his fellow Phis will support him in accomplishing his goals. In a chapter, it is not uncommon to see older members helping younger members study.
Members often offer valuable advice and insight into the workings of college life.
The brotherhood offers social opportunities, a sympathetic ear to listen to problems, and times just to sit around together and talk. Perhaps these are the times that the true value of fraternity is at its full capacity, because that interaction teaches you about the differences and similarities of the members. This interaction provides a necessary understanding of human nature. The principle of friendship in Phi Delta Theta, as viewed by the Founders, challenges the members of the Fraternity to build a mutual affection which helps to strengthen the members as they move through life. Friendship brings forth a mutual confidence in the relationship.