Fraternity Statistics

Being in a fraternity will bring success

From my experience, being in a fraternity has brought me more insight and opportunities than most any other extracurricular activity. I have been asked to sit on important committees at the university, been hired for jobs and networked with people internationally. Whenever I have an interview I always know how to answer the questions I'm asked because of the experiences I've gained in a fraternity. Some of the most successful people in the country are members of the Greek system, and a lot of their success can be credited to the experiences they had through Greek leadership, networking and politics. The statistics of fraternity alums in the U.S. is very impressive.

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"Coming Out" in a Fraternity

At the University of Pittsburgh

Zach Patton

There was an incredible story published in 2013 about a man named Zach Patton. His story is incredible and is like the stories of many across the United States. I was really excited to read his story because he reminded me a lot of myself. Zach was vice president of his Fraternity, and after he came out he was elected Inter-Fraternity Council President. When decided to rush my Fraternity I was openly gay, and it was very hard for me to look past any stereotypes I had been taught about Greek life. After discovering an incredible support system within my organization I have grown in ways I could have never foreseen. I currently lead my brothers as the president of our chapter, and I have never been more confident in the strong arms which surround me.

Natalie Daher was the reporter who tackled this story, and it was awarded the 2014 ACP Diversity Story of the Year. Receiving one of these awards is like receiving an Oscar for a college journalist.

You can find the article about Zach Patton and his experiences at the University of Pittsburgh at the Pitt News website. 

You can find the article about Natalie's experience writing the article online, at College Media Matters. Check them both out out!

Zach's photo was retrieved from pittnews.com

How to Wear A Scarf

They aren't just for girls

I wear scarves all the time! I've been told by guys that the reason they don't wear scarves is because they think they look to feminine- that's a false assumption. Scarves have been a staple to the classy man's wardrobe for years! The only thing that makes a scarf too feminine is when it's covered in sequins or beads, it has animal or floral print, comes with a scarf pin (men don't EVER have scarf pins), or it's thick enough to be a blanket or too light to provide any warmth at all. Men, to be safe, just stick to a plain or simple patterned scarf with a rectangular cut and limited fringe. Scarves are a great way to class up any outfit and stay warm in the winter. It's a great way to add a splash of color to a bland outfit too! 

Real Men Real Style has a great style guide on how to tie a scarf- my favorites are 1, 5, 6 and 10. 

My Fraternity Family

I grew up in a home where right was right and wrong was wrong, and there was no gray area. As I got older I started to realize that the lines between right and wrong are a lot more blurry than I was led to believe. The cookie cutter mold my parents wanted me to fit into was something I could never do. Needless to say, my relationship with my immediate family is almost non existent. Who would have thought I would find the family I needed in a fraternity?

Before college I could have told you a million things I wanted to do with my life- none of which were joining a fraternity. As far as I was concerned, fraternities were groups of guys who only cared about sleeping with women, getting so drunk they blacked out, and hazing pledges. I couldn't have been more wrong.

I don’t know why I joined and I have no idea what possessed me to stick it out, but I couldn't be more grateful for the organization I joined. When people look at me they automatically think “How the hell is he in a fraternity?” I fit none of the stereotypes.

My brothers taught me that it’s not on the outside that makes a man, but it is what’s on the inside that makes you classy, wise, and strong. A man is not determined by his accomplishments in the gym or bedroom, but by the strength of his heart and the way he serves others.

My organization taught me what being a man really is, and after two years of membership I have grown in ways I couldn't possibly have imagined. I have grown to love the organization I joined and now I serve my chapter in the role of president.

Going Greek is the most beneficial thing I've done with my life. It gave me a home and a support system that I can’t imagine my life without.

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