Info For Families
So your daughter, sister or friend is looking into becoming a member of Zeta Sigma Chi… and you have questions! Fear not, and take a look at the valuable info below:
Q: Is membership expensive?
A: There is a cost of membership to be in a sorority, as there is with most clubs and organizations that people join. However, it is not prohibitive. In fact, most girls are able to fundraise most or all of their dues. Additionally, our members receive numerous benefits (including academic support, scholarship opportunities, leadership development, community service activities and more) that vastly outweigh the costs.
Q: Will my daughter’s membership in ZSC effect our family?
A: Membership in ZSC is an experience not only for your daughter, but also for those around her. As her family and friends, you will get the chance to see your loved one grow and develop through her ZSC experiences, as well as be invited to participate in some sorority fun yourself!
Q: All I see on TV about sororities is drinking and partying – I don’t want my daughter involved in that!
A: Television and movies typically don’t depict the real experiences that sorority women have while in college. When Hollywood portrays sorority women as ditzy, judgmental characters who are only about partying and shopping, it is only showing a negative stereotype. Members of Greek life have been shown time and time again to be some of the most productive members of society!
Q: Will my daughter be hazed?
A: Zeta Sigma Chi is a non-hazing organization, and each chapter takes the issue of hazing very seriously. Our organization is designed to help members feel comfortable and grow throughout their lives. New-member education programs are in place to provide information on sorority life, history and traditions. Hazing has no part in this educational process and both members and associate members both sign documents agreeing not to haze or be hazed.
National Greek Life Statistics
Additional Links on Greek Life:
Examining the benefits of Greek Life
http://www.usatodayeducate.com/staging/index.php/campuslife/examining-the-benefits-of-greek-life
http://studentorgs.gwu.edu/greekspeak/extras/nationalstatistics/