How to Join

Why Go Greek?

Many students ask this question. The decision to join a fraternity or sorority is one of the most important decisions you will make in your college career. If you choose to join a fraternity or sorority, it will change your life forever. You make have heard that being in a Greek-letter organization is just part of the college experience but being Greek is a lifetime commitment. Not only will these organizations bring you numerous benefits while you are an undergrad, but they will also help you with your career post-graduation and allow you to form lifelong friendships. Your Greek organization, should you choose to join, will enhance your leadership skills, help you build your character, reward you with experiences in service environments, and ensure some fun in your hectic college schedule.

At UWF there are 3 different councils that have fraternities, sororities, or both within them. Each council has their own specific way of membership selection.

Below you will find details about each council’s process and the important things to know to join. If you know you are ready to register for Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment of IFC Fraternity Recruitment the Quick Links to register are on the right.

Fraternity Recruitment takes place at the beginning of each semester. The week begins with an event known as “Meet the Greeks”. Schedules will be released at Meet the Greeks by each fraternity letting you know their events for the rest of the week. Some events will take place on campus and others will be hosted at other sites. You are welcomed to attend as many events hosted by as many fraternities as you are interested in. The end of the recruitment week will culminate in the offering of formal bids. You will receive your bid in the Office of Greek Affairs on the last day of the week. While not all men who go through IFC Recruitment are offered an invitation for membership, it is the hope of the Greek Affairs staff that everyone receives a bid and the opportunity to join a Greek organization.

Spring 2013 IFC Fraternity Recruitment

IIFC Spring Fraternity Recruitment will kick off on Monday, January 28th with Meet the Greeks in the Commons Auditorium. Come out to these events to ask questions about IFC Fraternities, Recruitment, and meet the men in each of the fraternities. By attending “Meet the Greeks” you will be able to meet men from each of the IFC Fraternities on UWF’s campus. No registration is needed in the Spring for Meet the Greeks, but before accepting a bid from an IFC organization you will need to file a Grade Release and Anti-Hazing form.

Spring Events

IFC Information Session: Jan 24th at 5:30pm, Conference Center

IFC Tabling: Jan. 22-25 in the Commons Concourse

Meet the Greeks: January 28th at 5pm in the Commons Auditorium

Blizzard Bash: January 31st at 4pm at University Park- IFC organizations will be attending!

For a full list of events check out the Greek Affairs Calendar.

You may also contact the chapter representatives by clicking the links below.

Alpha Tau Omega	Kappa Alpha Order	Kappa Sigma
Pi Kappa Alpha	Sigma Alpha Epsilon	Sigma Alpha Mu
Sigma Chi	Tau Kappa Epsilon

The University of West Florida currently has one multicultural Greek organization on campus. Delta Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. is an Asian-Interest Sorority. There is also one interest group on campus, Lambda Theta Phi Latino Fraternity.

To find out more about events check out the Greek Affairs Calendar or contact their chapter representative at the link below.

Delta Phi Lambda

Lambda Theta Phi

NPHC organizations have an Intake Process. This process happens at various times during the year at the discretion of each group. It is heavily encouraged that students do extensive research into the NPHC organizations by visiting their websites and reading historical documents about each group. New students can prepare themselves for an intake process by enrolling full-time in classes and maintaining an above average GPA. They should get involved in service to the campus and community, and work on their preparing and updating their resume.

To find out more about events check out the Greek Affairs Calendar or contact their chapter representative at the link below.

NPHC Fraternities	NPHC Sororities
Phi Beta Sigma	Zeta Phi Beta

The 4 National Panhellenic Conference member sororities currently at UWF: Alpha Gamma Delta, Alpha Delta Pi, Alpha Chi Omega, or Phi Sigma Sigma host a formal recruitment in the fall semester after Labor Day. In some years Spring Informal Recruitment is an option for Potential New Members.

2013 Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment

Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment takes place every fall semester in a week known as Formal Recruitment. This year’s Formal Recruitment will take place Wednesday, September 11 to Sunday, September 15. Through the formal recruitment process you will be able to meet women from each Panhellenic sorority on UWF’s campus. To go through Formal Recruitment you must register online before Friday, September 6th and pay a $40 registration fee. Please remember to attend one of the Formal Recruitment information sessions to get more detailed information.

Spring 2013 Panhellenic Recruitment Information

This spring Phi Sigma Sigma will be having informal recruitment. You can check out the Greek Affairs Calendar for their events coming up this month or contact Greek Affairs to find out more.

2013 Fall Formal Panhellenic Recruitment

To join Alpha Gamma Delta, Alpha Delta Pi, Alpha Chi Omega, or Phi Sigma Sigma you can register for Fall Formal Recruitment starting at the end of the Spring semester by clicking the link above. If you have questions about any Panhellenic sorority you must contact the Panhellenic Staff at panhellenic@uwf.edu, the individual chapters will not be able to answer your questions therefore it is best to contact the Panhellenic Staff or Greek Affairs Office.

"Open House"

Wednesday, September 11th
This will be your first glimpse into Panhellenic Sorority life at UWF. You will meet your Recruitment Counselors and the women who will be in your group. Open House will be your first opportunity to meet all four Panhellenic sororities. You will be going to each Sorority’s event for a simple “meet and greet”. This round is short and high energy, so relax and enjoy meeting new friends.

"Philanthropy Night"

Thursday, September 12th
Philanthropy Night will allow you to see how each Panhellenic sorority you visit raises money and the importance of giving back to the community. Each chapter you visit will present a video or slideshow to inform you about their individual philanthropy. This round will be more hands on and give you a chance to learn more about each sorority you visit and their values.

"Skit Night"

Friday, September 14th
Skit Night is the round that portrays the fun side of each chapter and shows their unique personalities. Each sorority you visit will present a skit that expresses their ideals, involvement, and achievements.

"Preferential Tea"

Saturday, September 15th
This is the last round of the formal recruitment process. Preferential Tea shows the more serious side of each chapter’s sisterhood. Listen carefully to the songs and words you hear. The sisters are trying to show you what it means to be a part of their sisterhood.

"Bid Day"

Sunday, September 16th
It’s finally here! This is the day that invitations to join a Panhellenic sorority are distributed. Once bids are received, you will join your new sorority and enjoy the day with your new sisters.

Mutual Selection Process

Although not every woman will be offered an invitation for membership and some women choose not to complete the formal recruitment process, it is the hope of the Greek Affairs staff that each woman who goes through Formal Recruitment will be placed with a chapter. The end of Formal Recruitment culminates in the offering of Formal Bids. On “Bid Day”, those receiving invitations will find out what sorority they have been matched with. Both you and the sorority women will have a say in where you end up.

Kappa Delta will be a new sorority joining the Panhellenic Council in 2013. They will host their own 3 day recruitment after the completion of Fall Formal Panhellenic Recruitment. For more information contact the Office of Greek Affairs.

Friday- Open Houses

A 45-minute event, similar to a recruitment party, where Potential New Members will meet Kappa Deltas from local chapters and learn more about KD through a presentation that includes their philanthropy video.

Saturday-Information Sessions

A 30-minute group interview with other Potential New Members and a member of Kappa Delta’s colonization team.

Sunday- Preference

An hour-long, invitation-only event where Kappa Deltas from our local chapters perform a special ceremony and Potential New Members will get more serious about Kappa Delta.

Sunday- Bid Day

A celebration where local alumnae and collegians welcome the Alpha class into Kappa Delta. Kappa Delta welcomes members of the UWF community to join them on their bid day!

After colonization weekend, the LDCs will lead new members through a six- to eight-week educational program. Following new member education, the members will be initiated and the colony will be officially installed as a chapter of Kappa Delta! Kappa Delta will work with the UWF community during every step of this process and looks forward to being a contributing member of the Panhellenic community!

Women interested in Kappa Delta should email kdcolonization@kappadelta.org.