Why did you join your fraternity or sorority?

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I am interested in learning why you joined your fraternity or sorority. Obviously you are pleased with your choice or you would not be visiting this site.

I was an out-of-state student at a major university and knew no one. The idea of living with 40 guys (instead of hundreds) and a home cooked meal seemed appealing. When I discovered a group of 80 guys I felt comfortable with and realized I had a ready-made group to socialize and do things with, for me it was a "no-brainer." A bonus, I learned after pledging, was the personal and leadersahip development opportunities that came with membership. I admit that there was a rigorous pledge period and a six day "hell week" (and, at the risk of offending people, confess there were some positive aspects to it) involved in order to be initiated.

After graduation when I realized that the personal and leadership development, combined with the networking opportunities of a fraternity, were the most valuable assets for advancing my career, I became a life-long advocate of the fraternity cause...at least one that offered the opportunities I enjoyed.