SORORITIES:
Alpha Chi Omega
Located on East 15 Avenue, the Alpha Kappa chapter of Alpha Chi Omega (AXO) is dedicated to forming meaningful relationships, developing leadership skills and serving the community around them. Nationally, Alpha Chi Omega raises money for victims of domestic violence. At the University, AXO supports Womenspace, a shelter for women and children located in Lane County. AXO participates in numerous activities throughout the year, such as toiletry drives and it’s own “Diamond Days” to raise both supplies and awareness for the shelter. In 2009, AXO raised over $2,000 for Womenspace in addition to donating several items.
Alpha Phi
Alpha Phi, in partnership with Beta Theta Pi, hosts one of the largest philanthropic events on campus, the Mr. and Mrs. Greek competition. This event helps raise money for cardiac care and the organizations’ own Alpha Phi foundation. Alpha Phi has won numerous awards, including the Outstanding Chapter for the Pacific Northwest Region award and consistently has one of the highest chapter GPA’s per term.
Chi Omega
The Psi Alpha chapter of Chi Omega works hard to maintain the concept of balance in their daily lives. They strive for friendship, high standards, sincere learning, participation in campus activities, career development and community service. Chi Omega works to raise money and awareness for the Make-A-Wish foundation.
Delta Delta Delta
Tri Delta is the newest addition to the University Greek community. They earned their charter last year and this fall will mark their first fall formal recruitment. Tri Delta encourages women of all ages to consider joining their fledgling chapter. Tri Delta is associated with children’s cancer charities. Last year, the University Tri Delta chapter joined forces with the Oregon State University Tri Delta chapter to raise money for the charity.
Delta Gamma
Delta Gamma’s motto is “Do Good,” and that’s exactly what University’s Alpha Delta chapter of Delta Gamma strives to achieve. Each year, DG hosts Anchor Splash, a campus wide lip-synching and dance competition. Anchor Splash is currently the University’s largest philanthropic event, and raises funds for the Oregon School for the Blind in Salem, in addition to the organizations Service for Sight and Aid to the Blind.
Gamma Phi Beta
As one of the ten oldest women’s organizations in North America, Gamma Phi Beta works to provide a loving, inclusive and diverse place for women to find friends for life. Gamma Phi Beta hosts a pancake breakfast every spring with all of the proceeds going to their philanthropy of choice, Campfire USA.
Kappa Delta
Housed on Alder Street, Kappa Delta is involved in several philanthropic efforts. The women of the Alpha Lambda chapter are highly involved with Prevent Child Abuse America and Girl Scouts of the USA. They scrapbook, tie-dye, and spend time with local Girl Scouts. In addition, Kappa Delta throws an annual Shamrock spaghetti feed and basketball tournament to raise money for their philanthropies of choice.
Kappa Kappa Gamma
Located on East 15 Avenue, the women of the Beta Omega chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma work tirelessly to promote self-growth and respect for themselves and others while working with their philanthropy, Reading is Fundamental.
Pi Beta Phi
The Oregon Alpha chapter of Pi Beta Phi is dedicated to helping remove illiteracy and lessen its effects. Each year, the chapter hosts “Pi Social,” an event complete with all-you-can-eat pie, Pie a Pi Phi in the face, live music, a “Pie Walk”, a pie eating contest, and a speed-reading contest. The proceeds of Pi Social go to First Book, an organization that provides low-income children with the opportunity to learn to read and own books. In addition to their philanthropic efforts, Pi Beta Phi is consistently ranked among top sororities academically.
Sigma Mu Omega
Founded at the University in 2003, Sigma Mu Omega works to provide women with a sisterhood based not only in respect and encouragement, but also Jewish values. Their major philanthropy event supports Seeds of Service, but they also work with Food for Lane County and the Jewish Federation of Lane County and Oregon Hillel.
FRATERNITIES:
Alpha Epsilon Pi
As the first and only Jewish fraternity in the state of Oregon, AEPi participates in Greek life and the Eugene community while providing a wonderful experience for the University of Oregon’s Jewish men. Known for their intense Duck spirit, the brothers of AEPi are often seen in the front rows of football, basketball and baseball games.
Beta Theta Pi
Founded at the University in 1909, the men of the Beta Rho chapter of Beta Theta Pi partner with Alpha Phi sorority each year to host the Mr. & Mrs. Greek competition. In addition, Beta Theta Pi works with the organization Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
Chi Psi
Located on Hilyard Street, Chi Psi encourages respect and responsibility for both its members and the greater university community. The organization believes in self-governance, with the values of the organization being collectively defined by all of its members.
Delta Sigma Phi
The men of the Theta Rho chapter of Delta Sigma Pi are focused on working together while improving their character and making lifelong friendships. They are involved with the S.M.A.R.T. Reading Program and the American Red Cross. As a chapter, they are among the highest-ranked fraternities academically.
Delta Tau Delta
Ranked number one among fraternities for GPA in Spring 2009, Delta Tau Delta has won many awards, including the Hugh Shields Award for Top Ten Chapter Excellence and the second consecutive Court of Honor Award for Top Twenty Chapter Excellence. Their chosen philanthropies include the Livestrong Volleyball Classic and Adopt-A-School.
Delta Upsilon
Located on Kincaid Street, the University chapter of Delta Upsilon is focused on staying a permanent fixture on campus. In addition to maintaining their fraternal values, the men of Delta Upsilon work with the Boys and Girls Club of America.
Lambda Chi Alpha
Founded at the University in 1948, the men of the Zeta Omicron chapter of Lamda Chi Alpha believe in their fraternity as a source of learning and growing experiences in addition to lifelong friendships. They work on becoming strong leaders and members of society through their brotherhood and work with the North American Food Drive.
Kappa Sigma
With notable alumni including Thomas E. Autzen and Pat Kilkenny, Kappa Sigma is focused on fellowship, leadership, scholarship and service. The fraternity works with the Fisher House Foundation and each member is asked to donate a minimum of 25 hours per year to community service.
Phi Delta Theta
Founded at the University in 1912, the Oregon Alpha chapter of Phi Delta Theta works closely with the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association. The brotherhood is incredibly diverse, working on community service while also managing to engage in fun social functions.
Phi Kappa Psi
Located on East 11th Avenue, the brothers of Phi Kappa Psi work closely with the Boys and Girls Club of America as a part of their
motto “The Great Joy of Serving Others.” In addition, the brothers of Phi Kappa Psi unite every April to serve in a day of service to reaffirm and strengthen their bonds.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon
One of the University’s largest fraternities is housed in one of Eugene’s largest houses, located on the corner of 14th and Alder. The current house was built in 1927 and has undergone multiple renovations to become the house it is today. In addition to caring deeply about their brotherhood, then men of SAE work closely with their philanthropy of choice, the Easter Seals.
Sigma Chi
Housed on East 19 Street, the brothers of Sigma Chi are highly recognized. At the 2009-2010 Greek Awards, they won awards for the best new member program, best philanthropy, best community relations, sustainability, intramural sports, and most money raised at philanthropy. In addition, Sigma Chi won their 9th Peterson Chapter Excellence Award last spring. Sigma Chi raised $20,000 for their philanthropy, Children’s Miracle Network, last year during Derby Days, a weeklong competition.
Sigma Nu
The Gamma Zeta colony of Sigma Nu is focused on helping with the Helping Hand Initiative. Each April, the brothers of Sigma Nu get involved in their local communities or the global community by helping one of the Helping Hand Initiative’s partners: Character Counts, Habitat for Humanity, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Sigma Phi Epsilon
Founded in 1926, the Oregon Beta chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon maintains an average chapter GPA just over 3.0, which is well above the all-fraternity average. In addition to a clear devotion to scholarship, the men of Sigma Phi Epsilon work closely with YouthAIDS, their philanthropy of choice.
Sigma Pi
Founded in 2007, Sigma Pi has already made a splash at the University. It was the first chapter to charter at the University in over 10 years. In addition, it won the 2009 Greek Week sportsmanship award, achieved third place in 2009 Anchor Splash, second place in the 2009 Mr. Greek competition, and won first place at the 2010 Greek Sing, Diamond Days Tournament, and Greek Week. Actively involved with The Sam Spady Foundation and the Altruistic Campus Experience, the Iota Epsilon chapter of Sigma Pi is thriving.
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A look at each of the University’s fraternities and sororities
Daily Emerald
September 27, 2010
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