Parents
A Word from a Parent...
"Participating in a sorority gave my daughter the opportunity to create a meaningful, small world within a very large, impersonal one. Her sorority and group of friends provided her with a sense of belonging and security, while at the same time teaching her and her friends to learn to live together and work through different situations or problem solve. This environment supported her commitment to her studies. It also provided her opportunities to develop her leadership skills and commitment to both the university and to other important causes within the community."
 

Any parent would be proud to have a son or daughter involved in the Greek community. Check out all of our accomplishments under the News link, and search the rest of IlliniPHC.com to find out more about our Greek life.

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To hear more parent's thoughts on Greek life, you can go to the website www.sororityparents.com
 
Why Should I Join a Panhellenic Sorority at UIUC?
At the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign, we take great pride in our Greek organizations and all that they stand for. College can be so much more than just classes and homework; it is a time for growth and development. Greek Life can foster the education of the whole person. Being a part of a Greek organization means so much.

The University of Illinois is among the nation's elite Universities and part of the Big Ten! University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) also has the largest Greek community in the nation and you could be a part of it!

* A U.S. Government study shows that over 70% of all those who join a fraternity/sorority graduate, while under 50% of all non-fraternity/sorority persons graduate.

* Greek individuals are more involved in campus activities and in community and charity groups after college.

* In Fall of 2003 35% of the Greek Community was on the Dean's List.

Greek life offers its members far more than an active social life. The friendships, leadership and scholarship skills that are gained through Greek membership are eternal. They will not only stay with you after graduation, they will also improve your life.
 
Long Lasting Friendships
One of the most mentioned aspects of Greek Life is the friendship that exists between members of a chapter: undergraduate and alumni/ae. Greek Life promotes the development of close ties between members through living, studying, working, competing and having fun together. These lifetime relationships go beyond ordinary friendships to become like that of a family. Going Greek gives your student the opportunity to meet people and make special friendships that will last a lifetime.
 
Academics
Academics are important in Greek Life, and are consistently promoted by chapters from recruitment to graduation. The resources that Greeks can provide include scholarship awards, study sessions and tutoring assistance. We also have societies on campus, such as Order of Omega which recognize those members who excel in academia. Many Panhellenic chapters recognize and reward their members' scholastic excellence. Additionally, according to retention data, members of Greek organizations are more likely to complete their college degree than their non-Greek counterparts they boast higher GPAs than the average UIUC student, and they are more likely to lead a balanced lifestyle.

The Panhellenic Council average GPA for the Fall of 2006 was a 3.3382, the highest among all other groups on campus, including the all-undergrad, all-female, all-male, and all-fraternity GPA's. Congratulations to Panhellenic chapters for their success! Click here to see Panhellenic grades.
 
Leadership and Campus Involvement
Membership in a Greek organization is one of the best ways to become involved at the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign. Many of the Student Government leaders and officers of numerous other organizations on campus are involved with the Greek community. Those members already involved in campus activities can assist fellow Greeks in taking an active leadership role on the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign campus. Not only can members participate in campus-wide activities, but also in many other leadership opportunities within each chapter and the Panhellenic and Interfraternity councils. Research has shown that involved college students are more likely to graduate and report greater satisfaction with their overall college experience. All Greek organizations are working examples of a democracy in action. This is often the first time that members are responsible for their own activities and living within their means. This provides an excellent opportunity to experience leadership and the responsibility of membership. Greeks are also involved in campus wide organizations such as career-oriented clubs, honor societies, religious groups, and intramural sports.
 
Community Service and Philanthropic Participation

Greeks take pride in giving their time to local and national philanthropies and completing numerous community service projects in the local Champaign Urbana community. Service and philanthropy provide chapter members with the opportunity to support many causes. Greeks work together on projects not only to serve the community but also to foster personal growth and greater unity among the Greek community. The University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign Greek community has raised over $50,000 and donates some 15,000 hours of Community service benefiting the Champaign Urbana community as well as their own inter/national organizations in the past two years.

Spring Service Report for 2009:

University of Illinois Panhellenic Community

Total Number of Women: 3,530

Total Chapters: 25

Individual Philanthropy Dollars:

Spring 2009 Total Philanthropy Dollars: $126,714.12 (not all chapters have submitted their philanthropy dollars but this is the current total at the moment)

Fall 2008 Philanthropy Dollars: $65,733.82


Spring 2008 Philanthropy Dollars: $70,549

      Total Philanthropy Dollars for 2008: $136,282.82

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Service Hours:

Spring 2009 Total Service Hours: 20,435.65 (not all chapters have submitted their service hours but this is the current total at the moment)

Fall 2008 Total Service Hours: 26,435

Spring 2008 Total Service Hours: 48,735.3

      Total Service Hours for 2008: 75,170.3

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Chapter Recognition Spring 2009:

      Service Hours Per Month:

      December: Alpha Gamma Delta, 415.5 hours

      January: Delta Gamma, 380.5 hours

      February: Delta Gamma, 727 hours

      March: Alpha Delta Pi, 912.5 hours

      April: Alpha Gamma Delta, 597 hours

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Monthly Drives:

February: Perfect Prom Project – Gamma Phi Beta with 25 dresses

March: Money raise for Big Brothers Big Sisters through Bowl for Kids Sake – Delta Gamma with $390

April: Art Supply Drive for the Boys and Girls Club – Delta Gamma with 8 large decorated Tupperware tubs and a bag both filled with art supplies 

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National Volunteer Week 2009:

Most Service Hours in the Week: Pi Beta Phi, 363.5 hours total in the week

National Volunteer Week Drive: Andy’s Books – Alpha Chi Omega collected 133 books

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Relay for Life:

Greatest Dollar Amount Raised: Kappa Kappa Gamma, $11,256

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Bowl for Kid’s Sake:

Greatest Dollar Amount Raised: Delta Gamma, $390

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Chapter with the Most Hours of Service

Spring 2009: Pi Beta Phi, 1861.5 hours

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Chapter with Most Amount of Service Per Member:

Spring 2008: Pi Beta Phi, 11.89 hours per member

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Chapter with the Greatest Amount of Money Raised for their Philanthropy:

Spring 2008: Chi Omega, $30,845.17 for Make A Wish Foundation

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Outstanding Service Award:

Spring 2009: Pi Beta Phi

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Member with the most service hours for the Spring 2009:

Sara Wilkinson in Phi Mu with 320 hours of service

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Most Community Involvement in Philanthropy:

Spring 2009: Kappa Delta had over 4,000 participants attend their Shamrock events consisting of a chili dinner, dodgeball tournament, and a 5K run. About 900 non-Greek and 3,100 Greek participants attended their events. Thanks to their support they were able to raise a total of $20,000 for Prevent Abuse in America and Champaign Crisis Nursery.

 

Monthly Newsletters

April 2009

March 2009

February 2009

January 2009
 
Social Events
While academic achievement is the primary reason to attend UIUC, there is a time for social interaction. Our Greek Community always provides fun activities for its members. Social and recreational activities give you the opportunity to meet a variety of people and to strengthen the bonds of friendship at the same time. Formals, exchanges, which are themed parties and Greek sponsored events such as Greek Week bring fraternities and sororities together in a fun and relaxed environment. Each event demonstrates Greek unity and spirit without the negative influences of alcohol and hazing.

Click here to read our anti-hazing policy.