Greek organizations have been a fundamental part of our country’s college life since the first social fraternity was founded in 1825. The Greek system is one that prides itself on instilling leadership, philanthropy and scholarship among others. According to Rebekah Druetzler, the director of Greek affairs and orientation programs, national organizations require membership, which is…
Phi Psi 5K to benefit the American Cancer Society
For the men of Phi Kappa Psi, planning their fall philanthropy event to support the American Cancer Society is more than just something to add to a résumé. Three members of the fraternity have been personally impacted by cancer. Sophomore Alex Morris was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in April 2002. “Obviously my family was…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR | Greek system divides students
Let it be known that this is not a letter written out of bitterness from a wannabe-Greek student. This is written to finally provide a legitimate, objective criticism of the social Greek system at Butler. Note the use of the word system; this is not a letter to criticize people within the system. The Greek…