Why join a fraternity?
Only 2% of the male population in America is a member of a fraternity, but...
· Every U.S. President and Vice President, except two in each office, born since the first social fraternity was founded in 1825, have been members of a fraternity.
· Approximately 80% of the executives of the 500 largest corporations in America are fraternity men.
· Of the nation's 50 largest corporations, 43 are headed by fraternity men.
· 76% of all Congressmen and Senators belong to a fraternity.
· 40 of 47 U.S. Supreme Court Justices since 1910 were fraternity men.
· Over 85% of the student leaders on some 730 campuses are involved in the Greek community.
· A U.S. Government study shows that over 70% of all those who join a fraternity/sorority graduate, while under 50% of all non-fraternity/sorority persons graduate.
· Less than 2% of an average college student's expenses go toward fraternity/sorority dues.
· The Greek system is the largest network of volunteers in the US, with members donating over 10 million hours of volunteer service each year.
Why do college fraternities produce so many of our nation's leaders?
Fraternities teach some of the fundamental values and practices that are necessary to be successful in the world. Fraternities are basically small businesses that allow students to practice for real life, and they are essentially a microcosm for professional society.
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"A fraternity provides a unique combination: family, home away from home, social organization, business and organization in which students can develop confidence as they acquire competence. The opportunities for leadership are unlimited and the most important thing is that the principles of leadership are learned through experience.
This experience teaches fraternity men that success is not automatic, but rather, that knowledge and performance are what count most. A fraternity man learns how to develop sensitivity regarding the desires, goals, and aspirations of others; how to communicate, how to inspire, how to motivate; the importance of setting an example; how to delegate responsibility; and how to accept failure as well as success and glory. He learns that a true leader must have the courage to stand up for his beliefs, while also being attentive, interested, and responsive to those who may disagree."
Contact Information:
Alex White
(330) 495-6122
awwhite@bgsu.edu
