To the Class of 2025 Congratulations and welcome to The University of Texas at Austin. Being on our campus is a life-changing adventure, filled with opportunities to learn, grow and fuel your future success. As a member of a sorority myself, I know that the friendships and skills you develop in a student organization can be a part of your success for the rest of your life. This will be a time when you’ll not only learn about yourself, but also about how to participate as a member of a global community. Joining a sorority or fraternity is one way to start living the Longhorn life. The seven council communities represented in this guide each have their own history, values, and culture. They represent the diverse opportunities for joining our Greek-letter community. This guide is an introduction to a thriving community of student leaders representing 15% of the undergraduate population. If you have questions, our talented staff in the Office of the Dean of Students can also provide information and support to help you explore the membership process. Hook ’em! Soncia Reagins-Lilly Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Family Guide Not only is this guide an important resource for students exploring sororities and fraternities, it’s also a great tool for parents, guardians, and family members. We hope the following pages will answer your questions and provide helpful information. The sorority and fraternity experience promotes individual, organizational, and community development for your student. Many sororities and fraternities are steeped in a great deal of tradition and have been founded with espoused values, ethics and standards. To begin, many sororities and fraternities designate their organizations by using letters from the Greek alphabet, which actually have special meaning to members. Similarly, every sorority and fraternity has a unique motto, Ritual, and creed that unite the members in sisterhood or brotherhood, or siblinghood. As a student is exploring and examining the potential in joining a sorority or fraternity, we encourage them to look for organizations that align with their personal values both in word and action, and treat each member with dignity and respect.
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