Welcome!

Welcome to Greek Life and to Southern Illinois University Carbondale! We encourage you to take a few minutes to browse through this website and to consider why more than 800,000 college students nationwide have chosen to become members of Greek organizations.

The Greek community at Southern Illinois University Carbondale has been in existence since 1923, with a continuing tradition of excellence. Through the years, we have been a community that fosters academic excellence, leadership ability, philanthropic services, and active contributions to both the campus and Carbondale communities. Our Greek system consists of 8 sororities and 20 fraternities; 12 Interfraternity Council fraternities, 3 Panhellenic Association sororities, 4 National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities & one sorority, 4 Multicultural Greek Council fraternities and sororities. While each organization maintains its own activities, traditions, and national affiliations, each is founded on similar principles of scholarship, leadership, community service, and lifelong friendship.

Our Greek community has developed extensive self-governing policies concerning human rights, hazing, and substance abuse. In addition, the Inter-Greek Council, comprised of undergraduate chapter members, serve as the governing bodies for the fraternities and sororities.

The Greek experience at SIUC provides a safe and fun way to maximize the college experience.

For information &/or questions regarding Greek Life, please email Greeks@siu.edu or call 618/453-5714.