IFC is different than THE Equivolent of the Soroity system PHC.
You are not a member if you have not been Initiated.
A neophyte initiation is to show your intention of being a member of that Fraternity.
I feel it is harsh to say that both the Local Chapter and National are rotten to the core though.
Greek Organizations have become a BIG BUSINESS not just because of the number of members but the Risk Management, Insurance, and cost of running the Greek Orgs.
The Main thing is to join a Greek Organization!!! If changes need to be made, why not be a member who changes the good for the best!!