There are so many stereotypes about being in Greek life? But why? We’re just like you. We like to have fun, we study, we have hobbies. So what makes us so different? Let’s break down those stereotypes so the world can finally know that we’re just like everyone else. I might be Greek, but I’m not:
1. I’m not a party animal.
Sure, going out with the friends you’ve made through Greek life is one of its many perks. But that’s not all we do. We get food, we study, we lay in bed and watch Netflix all day. No one says we have to go out every day of the week.
2. We’re not dumb.
Just because you’re involved in Greek life doesn’t mean you’re not as smart as anyone else. I graduated in the top 10 of my senior class with a 4.47 GPA. Last semester at college I got a 3.91. I’m taking summer classes. In fact, those involved with Greek life have proven to have higher GPA's than those not involved with Greek Life. Many houses have a minimum GPA you must meet to stay a member AND require you to go to the library each week.
3. We don’t get everything handed to us.
Just because I joined a house, doesn’t mean my “mommy and daddy” fund my everyday life. I paid my entire year of dues without anyone’s help because I got a job on campus. Whatever I had leftover that month was my spending money. I rarely got money from my parents and never asked them to help me out financially.
4. We’re not all the same.
Of course my sisters and I all have things in common: majors, hobbies, etc. This is what landed us in the same house. But we are also very different. We all watch different shows, play different sports, have different interests, and do different things in our free time.
5. We’re not superficial.
The girls I’ve met in my sorority are some of the most genuine girls I have ever known. They’re there for me when I’m stressed out, upset, or just in a bad mood. They even pick me up coffee without asking, just to brighten my day. We don’t just sit around all day and talk about our “makeup” and “boys.” We have deep talks about ourselves, our past, and even politics.
