MTSU Sidelines

Issue date: 5/1/08 Section: News

Media Credit: Carrie Youell

Coming to college is a major change for any student and can be a confusing time to figure out alone.

Fortunately for new students, the Office of Greek Affairs can provide an opportunity to join organizations that will help a person excel academically and socially by involving the student in leadership and volunteer experiences.

"Being Greek allows you to develop meaningful relationships that last far beyond your college years," said Carrie Youell, coordinator for the Office of Greek Affairs.

The Greek community centers around four ideals that include scholarship, leadership, friendship and service, Youell said. Everything that Greek life and the community does focuses on promoting the above characteristics.

"The Office of Greek Affairs focuses on being student-centered and placing a strong emphasis on student empowerment," Youell said. "Through teaching the students the skills necessary to succeed, we empower them to make decisions that promote positive change to the MTSU and Greek community."

One of the most important aspects of Greek life is the attention to campus tradition. Becoming involved with a sorority or fraternity instantly connects you to the university and its traditions, Youell said.

"Being involved in a fraternity or sorority allows you to be exposed to different areas of campus life while growing as an individual," Youell said. "You learn networking skills, develop leadership skills, give back to the community and share a common bond through the adherence to a set of shared values."

Recruitment to become involved with Greek life begins in fall. An online recruitment registration form for the Interfraternity Council Rush and National Panhellenic Council Rush will be available on the Office of Greek Affairs Web site at the end of August. NPC Sorority Rush begins Sept. 10 and IFC Fraternity Rush begins Sept. 15.

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