Want to start a sorority

[summer_gphib]

Originally Posted by Gtender91

Hey I go to a campus where greek life isn't a big thing unless you're greek. I want to start a brand new, never been heard of before sorority. I was wondering if there was anyone that could help me figure out how to write a constitution/by laws (I don't know if there is a difference). Any help would be appreciated.

First of all... is Greek Life ever a big thing if you AREN'T Greek?!

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[Gtender91]

I remember hearing all about how everyone wanted to be Greek when they got to college, that's changed. But I really want to start something that'll make people see it different.

[summer_gphib]

I guess I'm really confused about your motives? Becoming greek is much more about creating bonds, developing lasting friendships, and becoming a part of something so much bigger than yourself.

Why not join one of the organizations on your campus and try to make people get excited about that?!

ETA: A new group on campus is not going to change the opinions of the non-greek students. They aren't suddenly going to be on fire for greek life.

[33girl]

Originally Posted by Gtender91

I remember hearing all about how everyone wanted to be Greek when they got to college, that's changed. But I really want to start something that'll make people see it different.

Groups that start as "the sorority that's not like other sororities" or "the different sorority" usually do fine for maybe 4 years. Then, unless they were founded to cater to a certain religion/major/ethnicity, they start struggling and have a hard time finding members, because their purpose is gone. The fact is...if you wanted to be in something that's not like every other sorority...you wouldn't rush a sorority.

Also, if all the people at your college are (example) hippies, trust me, the NPC groups there are known as "the hippie chapters" in their respective organizations. Creating something new won't change who is at the school.

[DrPhil]

Originally Posted by summer_gphib

First of all... is Greek Life ever a big thing if you AREN'T Greek?!

Yes.