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“Provost Hanson and I share the belief that a strong and vital Greek community is essential to achieving excellence in undergraduate education on the Twin Cities campus.” -University of Minnesota President, Eric W. Kaler to the U Welcomee are so excited that you are interested in the University of Minnesota’s Greek system! As we look back on our years at the University of “There are those who look at WDuring the recruitment process, you will Minnesota, we find ourselves reflecting on the way that things the way they are, and have the chance to meet fraternity men from each of we’ve grown since we went through recruitment. Each the chapters on campus, as well as make friends with and every one of us truly found our place on campus ask why... I dream of things that hundreds of other students. You’ll also gain diverse because of the experiences we’ve had and the friends never were, and ask why not?” perspectives from multiple men about Greek activities, we’ve made since joining the Greek community. -Robert Kennedy programs, and what it really means to become a part of our Greek community. Our advice to you is to keep an open mind throughout the recruitment process and stay true to yourself. It’s an Joining a fraternity offers limitless and invaluable exciting way to begin your journey at the University, so opportunities to be engaged at the University and to don’t forget to have fun! enrich your college experience. Members of the com- munity will be there to support you as you make the We are looking forward to meeting you, and hope transition. It also offers countless opportunities after you have an amazing experience taking the first step graduation through career networking as you make the toward making your college experience the best it can leap into life after college. be! 1 Interfraternity Council Executive Board to the U Letterfrom the President Greetings, Let me be one of many to welcome you to the University I can’t tell you what your experience will be, as each experience is unique, but of Minnesota. As a member of the Greek Community, I I will tell you that by finding an organization where you fit, and buying into the urge you to look at the many opportunities that joining organization’s values, you will realize a new level of potential within yourself. a fraternity can offer. As a freshman, I had no idea that I The Greek Community holds true many common goals such as leadership and would join a fraternity, but now I can’t thank those that character development, service to others, lifelong brotherly love and friendship, recruited me enough for giving me an opportunity. and scholastic excellence.

The experiences we seek will forever define our college years and can teach us This high achieving community will help make this campus a home where you significant lessons outside the classroom. I can honestly say that the most valu- find great pride. There is a fraternity on this campus for every man; allow the able experiences I have acquired so far in my college years can be attributed to Interfraternity Council to help you find yours. joining Greek Life. The deep personal connections I’ve made, the exposure to outside organizations and opportunities, the leadership and personal devel- Be Yourself. Become Your Best. opment, the endless chances to give back to others, have been influential in Cameron Schilling shaping my character and capabilities. Interfraternity Council President [email protected] | (763) 486-8610 2 org begreek.

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Uof 4 OpportunitiesScholarship Leadership • The four-year graduation rate of Greek community • The leadership opportunities within the Greek members is higher than any other organization on community are plentiful. Greeks are encouraged to fur- campus, as well as the general student population ther enrich their experience by holding positions within at the U of M. their chapters, as well as the governing councils. • Each chapter has its own scholarship program, • Many chapter members participate in various leadership which often includes study hours, minimum GPA development programs such as the Emerging Greek requirements, and recognition for outstanding Leaders Program and the Undergraduate Interfraternity academic achievement. Institute. Greeks are also continually involved in other • Weekly All-Greek study nights at campus libraries and campus organizations and programs, such as Welcome finals study tables are great opportunities to study with Week, Minnesota Student Association, and many others. friends and connect with people in your classes. • The relationships fostered within the Greek community • Members of the Greek Community have already taken offer countless networking opportunities. classes available at the U of M and are able to offer advice concerning professors, study tips, and their own experiences in the classroom. 5 Opportunities Service Brotherhood Activities • As the largest student group on campus, the • The bonds made between chapter members and • The Greek community is heavily involved in Greek community prides itself in its dedication to other members of the Greek community are truly campus activities such as Homecoming and philanthropy and service within the Minneapolis/ unique. Members often refer to their chapter Machy Days. The community takes pride in St. Paul community. Annually, chapters donate on houses as a “home away from home” and their the relationship it has with the University average over 40,000 hours of service! brothers as family. of Minnesota’s Student Unions and Activities

• Annually, chapters donate on average more than • Chapters cultivate brotherhood by organizing office, which allows the Greek community to $240,000 to various charitable organizations. events and outings, such as study tables at the help plan and sponsor all-campus events.

• Each chapter plans and hosts events to raise funds library, fraternity socials, scrap-booing • To get to know members of the Greek community and awareness for their chosen cause. Many are nights, movie nights, and many other unique and better, fraternity and sorority chapters plan fun large-scale events, which members from other fun events! exchanges with one another. Some examples of chapters within the Greek community attend and • Brotherhood also continues long after members these exchanges include snow tubing, 80s kara- support. graduate. Chapters have strong nationwide alumni oke, dinner exchanges, and many more! networks that allow brothers to connect and sup- port one another. 6 Letterfrom a Greek Alumnus

Why did you decide to join a fraternity? How has being Greek impacted you and your My father and brother were both active fraternity members at UNC, and I admired the experi- career? ences they had. It expanded my network dramatically, which initially al- lowed me to explore several career options because of What was the main lesson you learned from the contacts I made. It also gave me the gift of a great being part of a Greek Organization? group of friends that I still keep in touch with today. It was a great training ground on which to build your interpersonal skills. You deal with so many people on a What advice do you have for incoming daily basis that it is impossible not to sharpen your skills in freshman? this area. Enjoy every minute of it, and make great friends, as they will be with you for life.

-Norwood Teague, Athletic Director of the University of Minnesota 7 Financese understand that there are many dues are normally distributed to the national Average New Member Dues (one-time fee) $150 financial obligations that arise organization, the Interfraternity Council, and • Includes member education, social material, and fraternity badges. during college and additional local chapter fees such as rent, food, parking, W YEARLY AVG. COST COMPARISON costs are often a concern. While there is a activities, and the staff that manage each cost associated with joining a fraternity, we chapter facility. The first semester of member- Living in a Fraternity $6,544 (September-May) can assure you that it is a worthwhile invest- ship generally involves a new member and/ • Includes rent, parlor fees, board, chapter dues, social. ment. Beyond the unforgettable experiences or initiation fee in addition to dues. Many Live-out Fraternity Dues $1,782 of brotherhood, it has the potential of being chapters and national organizations offer (September-May) more economical than other housing options scholarships and payment plans that can • Includes parlor fees, board, chapter dues, social. when it comes to living expenses. The cost help make dues even more manageable. Living in an Apartment on Campus $10,056 of living in a fraternity house is comparable (September-September) • Does NOT include meals, cleaning staff/supplies, to living in university housing, and less than parking, or utilities. Responsible for finding living in many off-campus housing options. sublease for summer months. Some of these expenses include meals and Living in University Housing $8,100 parking, which apartments do not. Dues • Includes 300 meals, cleaning service, and utilities. -Norwood Teague, Athletic Director of the University of Minnesota vary between each chapter, but membership Parking is NOT included. 8

Chapter size: 32 House GPA: 3.08 Year founded on campus: 1949; 2002 Our basic purpose is to provide the opportunity for a Jewish man to be able to join a Jewish organization whose purpose is not specifically religious, but rather social and cultural in nature. Alpha Epsilon Pi is a Jewish fraternity, though Alpha non-discriminatory and open to all who are willing to espouse its purpose and values. We have main- Chapter size: 41 Chapter Size: 40 tained the integrity of our purpose by strengthen- House GPA: 2.96 ing our ties to the Jewish community and serving House GPA: 3.20 Year Founded on campus: 1892 as a link between high school and career. Year Founded on Campus: 1917 Are you looking for a fraternity experience where We are the premier social/professional food, agri- you don’t need a fresh pair of Sperry’s and some cultural and natural resource sciences fraternity at Ralph Lauren swag to fit in? is a the U of M. No matter where you go in agricul- unique group of brothers who practice a “work ture, you will find an unending network of AGRs. hard, play hard” philosophy and welcome any men We pride ourselves in being the highest quality looking for a unique fraternity experience that they fraternity through our excellence in academics, will never forget. We are a fraternity dedicated to athletics, and making better men. Get the best of brotherhood, academics, tradition, with an emphasis both campuses and live in a $2.5 million brand on developing moral character. We share a bond of new house! Enjoy the community of the St. Paul friendship and comradery among a diverse group of campus and close accessibility of those class- brothers that lasts for years even after our time at rooms, while still taking advantage of the exciting the university. Greek community in Minneapolis. 9

Chapter size: 50 Chapter Size: 51 House GPA: House GPA: 3.19 Year Founded on campus: 1902 Year Founded on Campus: 1874 The brothers of ATO here at the University of Min- Chi Psi is a private fraternity of gentlemen nesota come from a wide variety of backgrounds devoted to the personal and collective needs and ethnicities, representing 9 different states and of its members. A selective association of diverse 4 different nations. Alpha Tau Omega is a medium individuals, Chi Psi is dedicated to the cultivation sized fraternity here on campus. This provides all of a unique environment that instills a lifelong the benefits and privileges of a larger fraternity, commitment to brotherhood. The mission of while maintaining a close-knit brotherhood. the Chi Psi Fraternity is to create and maintain Known as America’s Leadership Development Chapter Size: 60 an enduring society that encourages the sharing Fraternity, ATO enriches the college experience. of traditions and values, respect for oneself and With the purpose of preparing members for life House GPA: 3.18 others, and responsibility to the university and after college and in collaboration with a strong Year Founded on Campus: 1889 community. alumni network, we serve to prepare active mem- Beta Theta Pi is a social fraternity dedicated to bers for corporate America, graduate school, and providing already exceptional young men the everything in between. opportunity to become more successful in their college careers and throughout the rest of their lives. Our organization values mutual assistance, intellectual growth, trust, responsible conduct, and integrity. Beta offers tremendous opportu- nities for leadership development, community involvement, enduring friendships, and so much more. We’re excited to meet new people and look forward to showing you what Beta can add to your college experience. 10

Chapter size: 17 House GPA: 3.12 Year founded on campus: 1889 Since 1889, Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity has served the University of Minnesota as a distin- guished society of “gentlemen, scholars, and jolly-good fellows.” Prominent UMN alumni that have served as leaders on campus include Cyrus Northrop Jr, Paul Schwan, and Les Bolstad. DKE Chapter Size: 64 members are proud of its massive international Chapter Size: 52 network that includes presidents, congressmen, House GPA: 3.25 GPA: 2.97 business leaders, and many others. Today, mem- Year Founded on Campus: 1892 bers of Delta Kappa Epsilon strive to continue the Year Founded: 1883 As a fraternity dedicated to forming strong proud tradition of excellence that their founders Delta Tau Delta, commonly referred to as “Delt”, relationships, and fostering personal, athletic and built. began when a handful of individuals committed academic growth, Delta Chi has been a Greek to building lives of excellence. At the University mainstay at the University of Minnesota for over of Minnesota, the Beta Eta Chapter of Delta Tau 120 years. With some of the strongest traditions Delta is currently home to men from all over the on campus, an incredibly strong bond between nation. There are a variety of majors in the house, brothers and mounting athletic achievements, from chemical engineering to accounting. The Delta Chi will continue to be a leader in the member’s interests also vary, so there is always tremendous growth of Greek Life at the U. We’re something fun or entertaining happening. The excited for the opportunity to help high-potential fraternity is in a good position; the house recently young men become future leaders and we’re was ranked in the top 15 of all of the Delt chap- looking forward to your visit to DChi so we can ters in the nation. We are looking for exceptional show you what we have to offer. young men to assist in the growth of our chapter, as well as to become young men committed to 11 lives of excellence. Chapter Size: 27 Chapter Size: 40 House GPA: 3.12 House GPA: 2.87 Year Founded on Campus: 1922 Year Founded on Campus: 1901 We are the oldest non-secret and non-hazing fraternity in the nation. Our founder’s goal was to The Beta Mu chapter of the Kappa Sigma create a non-secret and non-hazing environment Fraternity is committed to the enhancement and where men of high character could thrive both growth of ones college term and life experience. scholastically and socially. Immediate leadership FarmHouse Through the four cornerstones of fellowship, opportunities are available in our chapter because leadership, scholarship and service, men create Chapter size: 36 we are committed to “Building Better Men” lifelong friendships and are shown ways to get through our four founding principles: promotion House GPA: 3.29 involved in the community and campus. of friendship, advancement of justice, development Year Founded on campus: 1931 of character, and the diffusion of liberal culture. Our chapter believes FarmHouse inspires the advancement of one’s character, leads its mem- bers to succeed, and also achieve their goal of becoming a man. FarmHouse has four pillars: Intellectual, Social/Moral, Physical, and Spiritual. Together as brothers, we set goals for each pillar and hold one another accountable. FarmHouse is a dry fraternity, allowing a safe, studious, and respectable living environment. FarmHouse does not discriminate based upon major or background. If you are looking to get involved, grow as a man, become a part of a brother- hood, and live in an environment allowing you to succeed, then FarmHouse may be for you! 12

Chapter Size: 12 House GPA: 3.11 Year Founded on Campus: 1881 Phi Delta Theta was organized with three principle objectives: the cultivation of friendship among its members; the acquirement individually of a degree of mental culture; and the attainment Alpha - Rho Colony personally of a high standard of morality. As a (FIJI) social fraternity, our goals rest with Chapter size: 14 successful social, community service, and Chapter Size: 52 members philanthropy events. As a dry fraternity, we House GPA: 2.921 House GPA: 3.1 are setting a trend in terms of how the public Year founded on campus: 1916; 2013 views fraternities and leading by example. Year Founded on Campus: 1890 , newly re-founded on campus, seeks Phi Gamma Delta exists to promote lifelong To Better the Man, through the creation and perpetu- friendships, to reaffirm high ethical standards and ation of brotherhood founded upon values of high values, and to foster personal development in the character. We are beginning to incorporate a myriad pursuit of excellence. Phi Gamma Delta is com- of programs and events that will be designed to fos- mitted to provide opportunities to each brother to ter a thorough collegiate experience for our members develop responsibility, leadership, scholarship and and develop a sustaining life-long bond of respect- social skills in order to become a fully contributing ability and professionalism. Although we are young member of society.” The brothers here at the Mu on campus, we strive to blossom into the flagship Sigma chapter of Phi Gamma Delta are dedicated fraternity model. Alpha Sigma Phi seeks those looking to creating a lifelong network of friendship and to build this together and are passionately motivated brotherhood. Through membership, brothers to grow with us. experience leadership development training, aca- demic support resources and career development 13 opportunities. Phi

Chapter Size: 59 Chapter size: 37 House GPA: 3.09 House GPA: 2.93 Year Founded on Campus: 1888 Year founded on campus: 1910 Phi Kappa Psi offers the opportunity to join one is a lifelong brotherhood of the oldest brotherhoods on campus, as the dedicated to the betterment of the individual, fraternity was founded in 1852. We offer the the university community, and our world, by opportunity for involvement in the various aspects giving its members opportunities to develop of fraternity life, including social events, philan- leadership skills, participate in service to others, thropic service, intramural sports, and networking achieve academic excellence, experience cultural opportunities. Phi Psi also offers the chance to diversity, and practice personal integrity. attend the American Leadership Academy in Cabo Chapter size: 20 San Lucas, and is the only fraternity in the nation to offer this experience. House GPA: 3.15 Year founded on campus: 2012 Phi Kappa Sigma is more than an organization to be a part of during college; it is a valuable learning experience, a life-long commitment, and philosophy of life. Along with the Phi Kappa Sigma Ritual, our Purpose and Principles state who and what we are as a Fraternity and as members of that Fraternity. All members take an oath to uphold these ideals and it is up to all of us to make sure that we, and those who come after us, learn and understand what it is to be a true “Phi Kap” and “Man of Honor” and incor- porate that into our Chapters and into our lives. 14

Chapter size: 114 House GPA: 3.10 Year founded on campus: 1902 The mission of Sigma Alpha Epsilon is to promote the highest standards of friendship, scholarship, and service based on the ideals set forth by our Founders and as specifically enunciated in our creed The True Gentlemen. Since our founding in 1902 by William C. Levere, the Minnesota Alpha chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon has distinguished Chapter Size: 51 Members itself as one of the premiere fraternities not only on the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities House GPA: 3.10 (PIKE) campus, but nationally as well. Our chapter was Founded on campus: 1915 awarded the John O. Moseley Award for Frater- Chapter size: 96 Sigma Alpha Mu (Sammy) has been on campus nity Zeal for the 2008-2009 school year, declaring at the University of Minnesota for almost 100 House GPA: 3.14 Minnesota Alpha as the #1 SAE Chapter in the years. Founded on the values of Jewish gentle- Nation! Year founded on campus: 1922 men, Sammy accepts men of all backgrounds and Pi Kappa Alpha, or PIKE, is among the largest faiths. We pride ourselves on being involved in fraternities on campus. If you are driven to organizations both on and off campus including succeed, desire leadership roles, and want the Relay for Life, the University’s Hillel, Chabad, and opportunity to become a part of something big- many more. Sammy has seen giant improvements ger than yourself, then PIKE may be the perfect within the past 5 years with major strides taken fit for you. We look forward to showing you how in academics, philanthropy, and social events PIKE will enable you to grow professionally, intel- with other houses. Located on 10th Avenue and lectually, and personally for the rest of your life. surrounded by 8 different sororities, we have an immaculate house and fantastic house chef. We can’t wait to meet you and show you around our 15 house and introduce you to our brotherhood! Chapter size: 98 Chapter size: 105 Chapter GPA: 3.18 House GPA: 3.37 Year founded: 1888 Year founded on campus: 1916 Our 98 members study over 40 different majors, are leaders on campus, from intramural and var- Our chapter was founded here at the University sity sports to professional internships and co-ops, of Minnesota in 1916 with the cardinal principles tour guides, student government, undergraduate of Virtue, Diligence and Brotherly Love. Our research, and various student groups. With 240 mission is “Building Balanced Men,” which is active chapters and over 300,000 initiates (over achieved through a commitment to Sound Mind and Sound Body. From academics, philanthropy, 1,800 from U of M), Sigma Chi offers unparal- Chapter size: 68 leled resources to network and develop leadership athletics, and preparing individuals for successful skills. Last year, members donated over 1,700 House GPA: 3.12 careers, striving for excellence is a staple of our hours of community service and raised over Year Founded on Campus: 1904 chapter. We are constantly searching for those $38,000 worth of donations for various organiza- well-rounded and hard-working individuals to Sigma Nu is one of the fastest growing chapters tions. Sigma Chi is about making connections in expand and strengthen our brotherhood here at at the U of M with dedicated members involved college and being a part of something larger then Sigma Phi Epsilon. in all areas of campus life. We are a top chapter yourself. We are diverse, accepting, and one of a on campus, having received multiple Chapter kind. of Excellence awards. Additionally, the Gamma Tau chapter belongs to an elite group of Sigma Nu chapters nationwide after winning multiple Rock Chapter awards which recognize across the board excellence. Sigma Nu’s success on campus and nationwide can be attributed to an excep- tional alumni program with driven collegiate members. Every member completes LEAD, an award winning development program focused on personal and professional development. Last year we commiteed over 1500 hours of com- munity service and raised $15,000 16

Chapter Size: 63 House GPA: 3.11 Year Founded on Campus: 1917 The members of Tau Kappa Epsilon would like to welcome you to the University of Minnesota! Our chapter here has undergone recent colonization in 2011, and we have quickly progressed as an orga- nization. We are starting our third year in our cur- rent house, located at 925 6th SE. Our members come from a variety of backgrounds and study a Chapter Size: 34 wide range of subjects. Our members highly value Chapter Size: 41 academic success and believe brotherhood and House GPA: 3.12 House GPA: 3.17 self-development are the main importance of our Founded on campus: 2006 organization. We hope you have the opportunity Year Founded on Campus: 2013 to meet Tau Kappa Epsilon. Sigma Pi Fraternity provides training, guidance and Theta Chi returned to campus in the fall of 2012, innovative opportunities for leadership develop- and we are seeking quality men of character to ment, social and personal development, academic rebuild our chapter. New members will have the achievement, community service and heightened rare opportunity to be founding fathers, and in moral awareness for its brothers throughout their doing so build something which will be enjoyed lives.The mission of Sigma Pi Fraternity is to sup- and treasured by generations to come. Theta Chi port and develop our members for the purpose of has at its core the mission of “extending the help- maintaining a fellowship of kindred minds united ing hand” to all who seek it. We value volunteer in brotherhood. To advance truth and justice, work and strive for the betterment of our uni- to promote scholarship, to encourage chivalry, versity and local community. Theta Chi wishes to to diffuse culture, and to develop character. “redefine the fraternity man.” We are composed of men who are scholars, leaders, volunteers, and 17 gentlemen. Triangle

Chapter Size: 19 House GPA: 3.21 Year Founded on Campus: 1922 Triangle Fraternity started as a group of civil engineers eventually evolving to include what it encompasses today: Engineers, Architects, and Scientists. A variety of majors bring diversity and innovation into triangle, fostering collaboration and teamwork. Triangle has an extremely strong sense of brotherhood both chapter-wide and na- tion-wide. Triangle has a history of academic and Chapter Size: 34 professional excellence with members obtaining top marks and outstanding internships and job House GPA: 2.85 offers. Triangle continues to look for academic- Year Founded on Campus: 2006 minded and hard-working individuals to create an We were founded by a group of extremely motivated even stronger brotherhood with. South Asian Indians with a preliminary purpose of wid- ening that unique culture’s awareness on our campus. Starting from five members in our founding class, our chapter has grown to over 100 members total, with an active body of 34 members; in addition, our chapter seeks to bring together members from all over the world with an intensely diverse brotherhood represent- ing over 30 nations and a multitude of languages, customs, and religions. The central pillars of our organization are: Brotherhood, Tradition, Academic Ex- cellence, Service to Humanity, Cultural Awareness, and Nationwide Networking. We firmly believe our chapter has something for everyone. 18 org begreek.

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