Thursday, October 21, 2010

Caires, Mathew R, "Taming the Gang at Animal House." Association of Governing Boards of Universities and College. 2004. Washington DC.

This article dicusses house education boards can gain a better understanding of today's Greek culture. Many boards do have a negative opinion on the Greek community, but there are many programs that help to maintain the Greek system's positive reputations.

"Greek Life Academics." Division of Student Affairs. 2010. University of Georgia.

This article discusses the high level of academic success in the Greek system at UGA. This shows a good example of the potential of academic programs in the Greek system. Academics are a high priority in the Greek community.

Friday, October 15, 2010

Blog #5

How does living in a fraternity/sorority affect one's academic success? How does it help someone to manage both an academic and social life? There are many views on the greek system and how it affects the academics of students. While many people may think that greek life only promotes partying, I believe that it can also help to strenthen responsibilities and maturity. There are also many programs within the greek system that help to strenthen students' academics success.