The History & Benefit
Drexel's Greek history dates back to 1900, and has always been an important part of the school's collegiate experience. In 1921, women were able to partake in the Greek experience as well when the first sorority was founded. Currently, Drexel is home to seven National Panhellenic sororities and Panhellenic Association makes up the largest women's group on the campus. Our chapters are recognized each year with various awards for excellence. In addition, our governing councils have received honors and recognition for being among the best in the nation.
The benefits of being Greek continue long after you graduate. National studies show that fraternity and sorority members have a higher graduation rate from college, have higher satisfaction with their undergraduate experience, and give more as alumni than their non-Greek counterparts. Of North America's 50 largest corporations, 43 are headed by fraternity and sorority members and 7 out of 10 people listed in "Who's Who" are Greek. Also, 85 percent of Fortune 500 executives and 76 percent of the members of Congress are members of the Greek community. All careers, ranging from education to business, require leadership ability, and being Greek is one of the best ways to develop and improve your leadership skills.
Our Community Values
Academic Excellence: The demonstrated ability to perform, achieve, and excel in scholastic activities, to develop maximum intellectual capacities and skills, and to maintain an environment in which learning is fostered both inside and out of the classroom
Brotherhood & Sisterhood: A relationship in which, like a true family, every member has equal rights, responsibilities, and power and the feeling of kinship creates an environment of respect, support, and accountability encouraging each member to work toward common goals based on a shared set of values
Leadership: A collective action taken based on shared organizational values intended to elevate an organization, cause, or community to a higher level of excellence
Service to the Community: Individual and collective actions designed to identify and address issues of public concern through a balance of charitable fundraising, hands-on service, and responsible citizenship to benefit the University and surrounding or global community