With more than 100 years of history on campus, our Greek community is founded on the ideals of scholarship, service, leadership, and friendship. The office of Student Organizations Services manages the Fraternity Housing Initiative, a program designed to improve the quality of fraternity houses while fostering living environments that encourage leadership and academic advancement.
WVU’s Student Organization Services and Student Affairs have taken on a revitalization project which would make any parent proud. The Fraternity Housing Initiative allows the University to contract fraternity houses and provide guidance and oversight, including meal plans, house directors, custodial services and parking. It is a win-win situation for all involved.
Hazing is strictly prohibited by both WVU and the state of West Virginia. More information about the code and law can be found here .
With closer supervision and retaining a house director who will reside in each house there will be a better opportunity for members to return to the roots of fraternity life – brotherhood, leadership, scholarship, community service, and philanthropy. Students will in turn feel more engaged in their college experience. By providing solid leadership and advocacy both within the house and through the Student Organization Services office, Greek Life at WVU will become the standard to which other campuses will look.
Benefits:
- Friendship and Community – living in-house provides an opportunity to build bonds, meet people, and join a community with purpose. Membership is for a lifetime.
- Networking – Greek membership provides a large network which is beneficial while preparing for graduation and beyond.
- Leadership and Scholarship Opportunities – Being a member provides excellent opportunities to expand your son’s abilities to be a better student and a leader among his brothers.
- Academics – WVU’s studies show that students living in our houses have an improved GPA and better retention rates than the general male student population.
- Mentoring/Tutoring – Student Organizations is working with the Undergraduate Advising office to identify and support students who might need extra attention in order to succeed.
- Service – Through the fraternity your son will have an opportunity to give back to the community through their philanthropy activities. Students can increase their appreciation and understanding of civic responsibility.
- Meal Plan – High-quality meals are provided three times per day. This is a great opportunity for the fraternity members to share a meal and build stronger bonds.
- Housekeeping – Daily housekeeping is provided in all of the houses in the system.
