I can honestly say that my college experience would be completely different without Greek Life. I would have different friends, I would have gotten involved in different things, and I would have gone to different events. Being a part of Greek Life shaped every single part of my college experience. I realize that it's not for everyone, but I went Greek and it was life-changing. As a result, I want to encourage anyone with the financial ability to at least try it. To anyone deciding whether or not to #GoGreek, here are five reasons why you should at least consider it.

1. The history

Greek Life has literally been around for almost as long as America has (the first fraternal organization was established on December 5, 1776). How often do you get the chance to become a part of something with so much history nationally and on your campus? Through initiation and various events specific to each organization, you will get to literally do the same things that people in your organization have done for hundreds of years.

2. The connections

Being a part of a Greek organization isn't just for college, it's for a lifetime. As a result, there are thousands of alumni around the nation who are in the same organization as you. Meeting someone who shares your letters a feeling of connectedness and pride like no other. You can then use this connectedness to make a new friend, build your network, or maybe even get a job.

3. The philanthropies

A huge part of Greek Life is the philanthropic aspect. Every organization has a philanthropy or philanthropies that they support through fundraising events and service hours. Being a part of a Greek organization makes it easy to find an awesome cause to serve and passionate people to serve it with.

4. The social aspect

Another huge part of Greek Life is the social aspect. However, it might be different than you think. Although there are frat parties, there is so much more as well. Being Greek gives you fun sisterhood/brotherhood events, philanthropy events, and date parties to add to your calendar. In addition, it gives you great friends to have a blast with at these events.

5. The sisterhood/brotherhood

There are very few things in this world that rival the sisterhood and brotherhood that you will see in Greek organizations. Going through the same initiation processes, meetings, parties, philanthropies, and more creates a bond like no other. This gives you the best of friends and a support system that you can always lean on. You truly feel like a special part of something bigger than yourself.

Like I said before, Greek Life is not for everyone. However, I say if you have the money and resources to try it, then you should! Who knows? It could end up changing your life like it did mine.