Why Should You Go Greek at St. John’s
University?
Leadership
There are many opportunities for students of Greek organizations to
become leaders. Leadership opportunities are also available in
various other campus organizations and activities. Each year,
members of Greek organizations are found among the campus leaders
and officers in every phase of the University, including Student
Government, academic honor societies, and various other
organizations. Greek Life enables it members to learn how to live
and work within a group environment. It can also help the members
gain planning skills and teach you how to manage your time. The
leadership knowledge and skills you gain through your experience
will prove invaluable and rewarding during your college career and
beyond.
Scholarship
The mission of the University is to provide a solid learning
environment for its students, and Greek organizations provide a
network of support to succeed academically. Serious scholarship and
academic excellence are encouraged among all students. A variety of
incentives and programs are designed to help all members reach
their fullest potential. St. John’s has two Greek Honor Societies:
Gamma Sigma Alpha and Order of Omega. Dedicate yourself first to
academics, as its academic rewards will ensure a more enjoyable
college experience, as well as a successful future. Greek life is a
commitment to scholarship excellence.
Community Service
The Greek organizations at St. John’s University pride themselves
on community service participation; it has been a corner stone of
the Greek experience since its founding days. Philanthropy projects
are events in which the Greek community as a whole or as individual
chapters donates their time and efforts to raise money for a
variety of worthwhile causes. Each organization participates in at
least two community service projects per semester to benefit
various agencies. Throughout the year, Greek organizations strive
to strengthen the relationship with the community by increasing
individual member involvement in local causes and events.
Participation in such events provide meaningful learning
experiences for all.
Brotherhood / Sisterhood
Brotherhood / Sisterhood is more than wearing Greek letters,
attending meetings, and participating in activities. It is the
joining of individuals in love and friendship, striving for similar
goals that draw them together as one strong unit. It is the
opportunity for you to meet new people and appreciate their
individuality while sharing a common bond. You will learn many
things about yourself and what it means to have shared lifetime
commitments to the same values. Your brothers/sisters will be a
part of your life for many years to come and will help you to
create some wonderful memories throughout your college career and
beyond. Each organization has something unique to offer, just as
you have something unique to offer them.
Social
Social opportunities are another way for all organizations to come
together and interact with others. Some of these activities include
Retreats, Greek Week, athletic competitions, alumnae gatherings,
mixers with other Greek organizations, step shows, and formals. By
interacting with the Greek community, members gain friendships with
people from other organizations. This creates a closer bond among
the community and helps the organizations support one another’s
events. Through these activities, Greek organizations fulfill their
goal of bringing together a group of people to build their values,
while enjoying the bonds of friendship.