Greek Life with Lauren

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Meet Lauren, a junior from Maryland and a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority, here to tell us what it means to go Greek. More than one third of students are involved in Greek life here. With a total of 18 national fraternities and sororities ranging from social to academic and service fraternities, at HPU, you are certain to find your home. Take it away, Lauren.

– Thanks, Alex. I’m not exaggerating when I say joining Greek life at HPU has been life changing for me. I’ve met my best friends, made unforgettable memories and have had incredible experiences. I rushed as a freshman and have loved every moment. Greek life fosters a close knit community within the campus. Each chapter has a service component, teaching the importance of giving back to both local and global communities. Each organization supports a philanthropy, raising thousands of dollars towards their cause. For example, Kappa Alpha Order, one of our fraternities, established a national organization that raises funds to present track chairs to disabled veterans at our annual Veterans Day celebration. And now more than 70 chapters across the country have adopted this philanthropy. We have an amazing Greek village with houses for each organization where members live, hang out and host events. There’s even a pool exclusively for Greek members. Freshmen can rush during the first semester of their freshman year. You visit all organizations to find the best fit for you. Then the most important day comes, bid day. It’s a day to celebrate our newest members. Everyone has a fun theme and a big celebration, and that’s just the start. I look forward to our formal events and Greek Week, where you’re paired up with other Greek organizations and have a friendly competition through service events and athletics. It’s one of the most popular events in Greek life and brings everyone together for a fun time. Being in my sorority has also given me additional leadership opportunities, equipping me with skills I’ll take to the workforce. Joining Greek life at HPU will be one of your best decisions. It’s not just a sisterhood or brotherhood for four years. It’s a new family that will support you for life. Back to you, Alex.

– Lauren, sounds like Greek life has had such a positive impact on you and many others at HPU. Getting involved in philanthropy, making friends and having fun, it enables you to become deeply connected to the campus and create unbreakable bonds. What a special experience. Thanks, Lauren.