A majority of the members also hold a job. Greek organizations offer everything from leadership opportunities, community service, time management, to development of social skills. They also bring together individuals with unique ideas and backgrounds into one common unity. You may meet people you never knew were on campus by belonging to a fraternity or sorority. Stereotypes have portrayed Greek organizations in a negative way.
Many individuals define Greek life without complete information.
At Missouri Western, alcohol is not permitted on campus. Fraternities and Sororities recognize that academic success is a student's primary goal in college. Greek organizations assist students by offering scholarship programs that may include study partners, study hours, and time management workshops. Students can access the network of Greek members who already know how to use campus resources like computer labs, academic advisors, and educational services. We encourage you to take time to find out more information about the Greek community before you condone or condemn it.