The Inn at University of Mount Olive This facility houses a total of 137 residents. All rooms have been furnished with a new line of campus furniture, and roommates share a bathroom so there are no communal bathrooms. There are numerous features including multiple common spaces, and an inviting front […]
— Seventy-four percent of fraternity leaders reported episodes of binge drinking in the previous two weeks, and leaders on average consumed 14 drinks a week. Sorority leaders reported a 55 percent binge drinking rate and six drinks per week. Do frats make you drink? Drinking in Greek Life Many college […]
The first person in an intake class. Ace: The first person in an intake class for a culturally-based fraternity or sorority. ( Usually organized shortest to tallest) Active: An initiated fraternity or sorority member who is affiliated with the campus chapter. Alumnus: An initiated fraternity or sorority member who is […]
At the foot of the Mount of Olives lies the Garden of Gethsemane. The New Testament tells how Jesus and his disciples sang together – “When they had sung the hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives” Gospel of Matthew 26:30. Jesus ascended to heaven from the Mount […]
Rushing a Frat 101, or how to get it right from a guy who didn’t quite get it Always talk to the rush chairs of multiple fraternities beforehand. Keep an open mind. Try to get connected with as many fraternities as you can and go to pre-rush events. Never, ever, […]
Anyone of any gender, orientation or background is welcome to join, just as long as they meet the GPA requirement, as we are an honor fraternity, and go through the learning process of the chapter before officially becoming a brother. Can a girl be in a fraternity? Gender exclusivity. Fraternities […]
1820. In 1775 the settlement (then known as Falmouth) was bombarded and burned by the British. Rebuilt, it was incorporated as a town in 1786 and named for the Isle of Portland in Dorsetshire, England. When Maine became a state in 1820, Portland served as the capital until 1831. When […]
The Interfraternity Council encourages that men going through the formal recruitment process have a minimum a 2.75 Core GPA from high school or a 2.5 college GPA if you have 12+ college units. Each fraternity must follow their own national academic standards and will not accept men below the individual […]
Partying can seem like the top priority of Greek organizations at times, but getting drunk isn’t a requirement for membership. Fraternities and sororities won’t kick members out for turning down a shot or missing a party. Do frats drink? Drinking in Greek Life Many college students drink, but use appears […]
Yes. Some fraternities have graduate or metropolitan based chapters that admit post undergraduate members. These organizations are generally American American, Latino, Asian, or multicultural organizations. How much does it cost to be part of a frat? The cost of sororities and fraternities is much higher than many newly initiated sisters […]
Rilakkuma (リラックマ, Rirakkuma) is a fictional character produced by the Japanese company San-X and created by Aki Kondo. After the character’s launch in 2003, Rilakkuma has been featured on stationery and merchandise created by San-X, as well as several collaboration cafes. What country is Rilakkuma from? Japan Rilakkuma and Kaoru […]
As y’all probably more than likely know, the opening ceremony for the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan begin in the early morning! Serving as the Cultural Ambassador is none other than Son Goku! (As well as the likes of Tsukino Usagi, Naruto Uzumaki, Monkey D. Luffy, Astro-Boy, and Crayon Shin-Chan!) […]
Gentians from Iwate The bouquets also feature a small figure of the Olympic mascot, Miraitowa. The cartoon creature has a blue and white checkered headband, and its name is a combination of the Japanese words mirai (future) and towa (eternity). It is meant to be a celebration of Japan’s past […]
The happy clown’s name is Kuidaore Taro (くいだおれ太郎), and he is one of Osaka’s most prominent mascots and tourist attractions. But just who or what is he? We’ll give you a primer on this colorful local mascot so you have many more reasons to take a photo of him, or […]
Often the group will have conferences or expressions linked to the interest. Activity clubs are social clubs in which members meet to work out a particular activity as a group. Examples of common club activities include taking part in different activities such as sports, eating, cultural consumption, and artisanship. Is […]