Going Greek at Lyco

By Cody Marshall
Opinion Editor/Lycourier

Yes, we’ve all seen the stereotypical fraternity and sorority featured in many movies over the years; drinking, getting into trouble, and doing crazy things that would be looked down upon by many today. Is this how Greek life really is? The answer to this question is most definitely no, especially here at Lycoming College.

Lycoming is home to nine Greek organizations: four fraternities and five sororities. Lycoming Greek life makes up about 25 percent of the school population, according to Myles J. Biggs, vice president of Inter-Fraternity Council special events committee and president of Lambda Chi Alpha.

Here at Lycoming College, Greek life takes pride in itself and sets the standard for what a Greek community at a college should be like. I was introduced into the Greek world my freshman year and can say that the skills and knowledge gained is irreplaceable.

In today’s world, leaders and creative minds are needed more than ever and appear to be lacking, as can be seen with all of the problems we are dealing with today: from the world economy to the way countries are managed around the world.

The Greek system is a perfect way to build leadership and management skills that can be applied in the real world during and after college. Holding positions within the organization is perfect for teaching the skills necessary to be successful in the work force. Greek organizations are their own political systems which require hard work and the right knowledge to accomplish goals.

Greek life is also a huge character builder, as members test themselves through meeting new people, performing numerous hours of community service, and holding benefit events throughout each academic year.

Lycoming College Greek organizations proudly participate in many community service and benefit events every year and are very successful in their endeavors.

A chance at becoming a member of Greek life is an opportunity that every student at Lycoming is given. It’s what students do with the opportunity that will determine their chances. Students are given many opportunities throughout each academic semester to meet with each of the Greek organizations and experience how they operate and what their values are.

Every campus organization is different, which is why there are so many here. If interested in going Greek, students should use their time wisely and meet with every Greek organization.

As a fellow Greek life member, I can say that Greek life is going to make my fellow Greeks and I here at Lycoming to become better individuals all around.

Lycoming College presents nine unique and prestigious Greek organizations that are open to all. These organizations have bettered most of the individuals who have pasted through their ranks, with more to come.

Is Greek for you? Only you, as an individual, can answer that question.