For your child, making the transition from high school or a community college to a four-year college or university may seem like an imposing challenge. One or more of the following questions may be on his/her mind:

• Will I fit in and make new friends?
• Will I be able to succeed academically?
• Will I be able to get involved in campus organizations and better my leadership skills?
• Will I find other people interested in the same things that I am?
• How can I prepare for my career?
• Will I feel like a part of the campus community or just another number?

Fraternities and sororities exist as a proven support network for your son as he/she embarks on this new period in his/her life. Over 800,000 students across the country are currently Greek.

The fraternity and sorority can help personalize your child’s college experience by offering a scholastic support system; hands-on experience in leading committees, managing budgets, and interacting with faculty and administrators; exposure to potential careers through educational programs and discussions with alumni; the chance to give back the community through service projects; and close friends who will cheer him on when he/she is successful and support him/her when times are tough. With all these opportunities available to them, it is no wonder that fraternity and sorority members tend to graduate from college at a higher rate than those not involved in Greek life.

As a parent, you are undoubtedly concerned about your child’s college experience and the choices he/she will make.