The process of joining a Fraternity or Sorority is a time for students to investigate the community. Getting involved is a great way to explore the myriad of exciting opportunities that abound in Fraternity & Sorority Life and an awesome way to make new friends.
Here you will find information to help guide you through the Rhodes recruitment process. Read here and throughout the website on what Fraternity & Sorority Life is all about. Please note that students may not join an FSL organization until their second semester at Rhodes.
If becoming a member of an organization that will not only become a major part of your college years but the rest of your life interests you, check our organizations and join our community!
Information on Membership Intake
Information on Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment
Information on IFC Fraternity Recruitment
Questions to ask a Chapter Member during recruitment and/or informational meetings:
- Why should I join? What aspects of the chapter encouraged you to join?
- What are the financial obligations of a new member? Are there additional costs that members are required to pay other than the fees listed?
- How long is the new member program and how much time do I need to devote to it?
- What is the percentage of new members that get initiated in your fraternity or sorority?
- What other campus organizations have you had an opportunity to participate in as a result of your fraternal experience?
- How does your chapter promote scholarship?
- In what ways is your chapter involved with philanthropies and community service?
- What types of activities are planned with other Fraternities & Sororities?
Advice for your decision:
- You must narrow your choices and ultimately decide which group you wish to join. The organization that is best for your friends or family may not be the best one for you.
- Think about why you want to join a Fraternity or Sorority. Are these qualities present in the groups that you are considering?
- Find the organization in which you feel most comfortable. Why do you feel comfortable in that particular group?
- Take a look around you. The men or women that you are standing with could be your brothers or sisters. What qualities do you share with these people? Do you feel comfortable with them?
- Ask questions! Get to know everything you can about each organization.
- Most importantly, be yourself! There are many diverse organizations that want to know you.