Greek Life

 

Greek Life at TU

 

At TU, there are currently 9 sororities and 7 fraternities, some of which are alcohol-free.  All 16 chapters are part of national organizations and are overseen not only by local leaders and The University of Tulsa, but also by their National headquarters.  All of our chapters stress the importance of scholarship, leadership, and service; we find all of our chapters live up to the high standards set forth by their founding fathers/mothers.

What are Fraternities and Sororities?
A fraternity (or sorority) is a value-based organization, made up of a group of individuals with similar interests and living within the bonds of ritual, brotherhood/sisterhood, and common goals.  Women’s fraternities are often referred to sororities.  Fraternities and sororities are referred to as “Greek Letter” organizations as their names are combinations of Greek letters.  These letters serve as a reminder of the values of the group.  The bonds between a Greek organization’s members are created through ritual in which all members participate.  These rituals are almost always “secret”, but all rituals are based on common principles such as knowledge, truth, friendship, and honor.  These principles are often found in the motto and creed of the specific Greek organization.  In addition to rituals, Greek organizations work to integrate and install these principles in their members through all their activities and through daily life.

Greek life provides a unique balance of leadership, scholarship, social interaction, philanthropy, and networking opportunities.  Greek organizations are dedicated to the development of character and leadership, offer a number of leadership positions within the chapter, and encourage active participation in other student organizations.

 

The University of Tulsa currently has 6 National Panhellenic Conference sororities, 5 North American Interfraternity Conference Fraternities, and 5 National Pan-Hellenic  Incorporated Council sororities and fraternities.


National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated (NHPC)

www.nphchq.org

The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. is the governing council for nine historically African American fraternities and sororities.  The five chapters currently active on TU’s campus are:

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (“AKA”)
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (“Deltas”)
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (“Nupes” and “Kappas”)
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (“Ques”, “Omegas”, or “The Bruhz”)
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (“Zetas”)

 

These 5 sororities and fraternities are also overseen locally by the undergraduate chapter of the Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC), the governing council of the five national historically African-American sororities and fraternities on campus recognized by the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC).  NPHC includes representative from each of these sororities and fraternities, and advisor, and an executive board.

 

National Panhellenic Conference (NPC)

www.npcwomen.org

The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) is the governing body for 26 national and international sororities and female fraternities.  The six chapters currently active at TU are:

 

Chi Omega (“Chi O’)
Delta Delta Delta (“Tri Delta”)
Delta Gamma (“Dee Gee”)
Kappa Alpha Theta (“Theta”)
Kappa Delta (“KAY Dee”) 
 Kappa Kappa Gamma (“Kappa”)  

 

These six sororities are also overseen locally by the Panhellenic Council (PHC), the governing council of the six national sororities on campus recognized by the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC).  Panhellenc includes representatives from each campus sorority, an advisor, and an executive board.

 

Panhellenic Recruitment Information 
Please have ready for Registration:

  • Personal Information (name, phone number TU address, etc.)
  • High school and/or College information (name, GPA, dates attended, etc.)**
  • Family information (home address, parent names, etc.)
  • Sorority relatives (if any)
  • Hobbies, activities involved in High school/college, recent electronic picture of yourself (optional--you may also mail this in)

Note on SAT, ACT, and College GPA:
These sections are required.  If you did not take the SAT and/or ACT or do not yet have a college GPA, please enter "0".

Once registered online, the following additional items may be mailed directly to the sorority house or to the Greek Life Office (59 Holmes Student Center, 800 S. Tucker Drive, Tulsa, OK  74104):

(1)  An official copy of your high school or college transcript**
(2)  A non-refundable check payable to The University of Tulsa for $55.00 (this is your registration fee)**
(3) If you did not be submit a photo online:  Seven recent wallet sized pictures of yourself
(4) Personal references (optional)

Registration indicates that you will participate in all Recruitment functions, unless unable to do so because of illness or emergency.

Questions about registration or recruitment?  No problem?
Please contact the Greek Life Office and we will assist you in your registration.  You may call (918) 631-3516 or email alyson-garrison@utulsa.edu (Greek Advisor) or Andrea Miranda andrea-miranda@utulsa.edu (TU Panhellenic Recruitment VP).

**Please Note**

GPA:  Although Panhellenic does not have a grade requirement, each chapter has a minimum grade point average for pledging and initiation.  If your GPA is below the minimum or much lower than the average, your chances of pledging may be lower. 

Release of Information:  By registering, you grant the Panhellenic Recruitment Chair of The University of Tulsa permission to release information pertaining to your academic achievements (cumulative high school grades and cumulative college grades).  The release of this information is necessary to determine eligibility to hold membership and voting privileges in a sorority.  You also grant the Recruitment Chair and The University of Tulsa permission to verify your high school/college grades and your SAT/ACT scores. 

Registration Fee:  The $55 recruitment fee is non-refundable .

Click here  to register for Panhellenic Recruitment.


North American Interfraternity Conference (IFC)

www.nicindy.org

The North American Interfraternity Conference is the governing body for 66 national and international fraternal organizations.  The five chapters currently active at TU are:

Kappa Alpha Order (“KA”)
Kappa Sigma (“Kappa Sig”)
Lambda Chi Alpha (“Lambda Chi”)
Pi Kappa Alpha (“Pike”)
Sigma Chi (“Sigs”)

 

These five fraternities are also overseen locally by Interfraternity Council (IFC), the governing body of the five nationally recognized “NIC” fraternities who are part of the North American Interfraternity Conference.  IFC includes representatives from each campus fraternity, an advisor, and an executive board. 

IFC has a Formal Recruitment during the weekend following the first week of classes.  Formal Recruitment lasts from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon.  Formal Recruitment is in many ways a formal process, involving a series of "interview-like" events over the three days.  It is a mutual selection process, meaning that both you and the Greek chapters to which you are applying both have some say and control over the process.  Potential New Members (PNMs), i.e., the men going though Formal Recruitment, are expected to participate in all recruitment events.

Click for IFC Recruitment Application