Fraternity life at the university is a lot different than in the movies, here it focuses more on brotherhood and charity work, Tanner Gellinger said.

Fraternities will be having their recruitment on Sept. 8 to get to know new members. With an info night Sept. 7.

Gellinger, a senior and president of Kappa Alpha Order, said that none of his friends were interested in getting involved when he started at the university, so he joined a fraternity..

“The movie Neighbors, with Zac Efron, is far from what Greek life is actually like,” said Gellinger.

Gellinger said he had to join when he realized how friendly and welcoming everyone was.

The fraternities are selective of who they let join. All fraternities interview potential candidates and use screening to judge the character of applicants, Gellinger said.

“Kappa Alpha Order requires (that) 100 percent of their members agree to let someone in,” Gellinger said. “This can often result in arguments.”

Gellinger describes members of Kappa Alpha Order as southern gentlemen, but each fraternity concentrates on something different and holds unique values.  

Michael Mikulski, a previous member of Kappa Alpha Order, said that the interview process is important in providing a better feel for each candidate.

“There should be some kind of one on one with that person,” he said.

It is important for everyone to note that if they want to participate in Bid Day, which is where students can find out what fraternity will be their best fit. They must be registered by Sept. 7 in order to participate.  

Philanthropic work is an important aspect of being in a fraternity, Mikulski said.

Fraternities participate in different charities such as Muscular Dystrophy Association, Smile On Down Syndrome and Marfan Foundation.

All Fraternities participate in a food drive or clothing drive, Mikulski said.

“Greek life gives members a sense of togetherness when you’re raising money or collecting canned goods,Mikulski said.

Mikulski states that one of the great things about Greek life is that students get to appreciate everyone.

“We’re all different, you get to appreciate everyone individually and you can just kind of take people for who they are,” Mikulski said.

Kappa Alpha Order wants people to know that joining a fraternity is a terrific part of the college experience and obviously can award members with all kinds of accolades that can ultimately contribute to a better college experience.