Greek Life at UA Fort Smith is about leadership development, academic achievement, community service and building friendships.

Why go Greek?

• According to a U.S. government study, 70% of those who join a fraternity/sorority graduate compared to 50% of non-Greeks.
• Students who are members of a Greek organization are more likely to be retained than students who are not Greek.
• Over 85% of student leaders on 730+ college campuses are involved in Greek Life.
• Since 1825, all but eight United States Presidents have been a member of a fraternity.
• Forty-three of the nation's 50 largest corporations are led by fraternity men and sorority women.
• Approximately 85% of the top executives of Fortune 500 companies belong to a fraternity or sorority.
• Greeks raise over $7 million every year for charity.

Information from www.ncsu.edu

How can my student participate in Greek Life?
Students must be enrolled in 12 credit hours, no more than three of which may be developmental. They must also have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 and they must maintain this GPA to remain involved in fraternities and sororities.

The sororities and fraternities may have additional academic requirements to join or maintain good standing.

Is alcohol a part of Greek Life at UA Fort Smith?
In accordance with current University policy, a “No Alcohol” stance will be taken for all events (on- or off-campus). Sanctions may include, but are not limited to, a meeting of fraternity/sorority leaders with the Greek Life coordinator, director of student programs and/or the vice chancellor for student and campus life. A call may be placed to the national fraternity/sorority office. Additional sanctions including probation or suspension will be considered.

Will you have fraternity and sorority houses?
At this point, there will not be traditional fraternity and sorority houses. Students involved in a fraternity or sorority are not required to live in a specific house, apartment, or on a specific floor. At the appropriate time, the housing policy may be re-evaluated.

Grades are very important to me. How can I ensure that my student will keep up his/her grades?
Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 in order to participate in Greek Life. This minimum cumulative GPA must also be maintained while involved in Greek Life. Fraternities and sororities typically offer study hall for those students who may need extra help.

What does Greek Life have to offer my student?
Greek Life offers leadership training on a national and local level. It also provides life-long friendships and networking opportunities. Fraternities and sororities donate thousands of hours each year in community service.

Greek Life gives your student another opportunity for leadership development, life-long friendships, community service, academic achievement, building team work, and character development.

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