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                “Considering your options, in which sorority do you see yourself becoming both a better leader for yourself and that respective chapter?”

                One year ago after an emotional Preference Round, these are the final words that my Rho Gamma said to me. I had been torn between two sororities, both holding intelligent, talented women. As I stood in line, awaiting my turn to submit my final decision, I became overwhelmed with contemplation and started to cry.

When my RG took me aside, wiped my tears, and said the previous quote, I considered her words and instantly knew. Considering my goals in life, I realized that Zeta was the choice that would help me follow that path.

Since my decision, I’ve loved every step of being a sister of Zeta Tau Alpha. Through Zeta, I’ve improved my grades, taken on leadership roles, received advice from older sisters, and expanded career networking. In addition, I’ve made a difference in memory of my grandmother through our philanthropy Breast Cancer education and awareness. Moreover, I’ve made connections with my sisters that will last a lifetime. I cannot imagine a single day without a meal, smile, joke, or word of encouragement shared with a sister. I can say that I’d love nothing more than to have these girls with me even years later in my wedding.

Therefore, for me, Zeta is much more than a set of Greek letters across my chest. Instead, Zeta is my friendships, my home, my future, and my family. I’m so proud to be a sister of Zeta Tau Alpha, and I truly hope that other young women achieve the same happiness as I have with Zeta.

                                                Sincerely,

  Shana Tachikawa

 

 

As a Greek woman, I work hard every day to strive to be a good example for the people around me. Delta Zeta has given me a lot of the best experiences of my life -- I have met some of my closest friends, had some of my most fun moments in college, and been a part of a sisterhood that has quite literally changed my life. Being a Rho Gamma last year gave me a great sense of Panhellenic unity, and I have become close with many other girls in different sororities as a result of that experience. I have so thoroughly enjoyed my experience in Greek life here at Northern, and I hope that I leave a legacy that will allow the future women of Greek life to enjoy it as much as I have.

-- Virginia

 

The Greek Community

  • The Ohio Northern University Greek Community has a long tradition of being a valued part of ONU. Of the chapters on campus today, the earliest fraternity and sorority date back to 1905 and 1959, respectively.
  • Currently, there are 6 social men's fraternities and 4 social women's sororities.
  • There are also two governing councils for the Greek organizations on campus. The Interfraternity Council is the governing organization of the men's fraternities; the Panhellenic Council is the governing body for the women's sororities.
  • Over 530 students, roughly 17% of the campus population, are involved in Greek life on Northern's campus.
  • The Greek organizations on campus all share common values and bonds including scholarship, service/philanthropy, leadership, and brotherhood/sisterhood which can be seen through a variety of activities.

Scholarship

  • As a Greek community, the members of each chapter are continually striving for higher achievements academically.
  • Each chapter also has an Academics Chair, who is responsible for helping fellow members stay committed to their studies while at Northern.
  • Opportunities for additional scholarships are also available through each of the organization's inter/national offices.
  • During the Fall of 2006, the new members had a higher GPA than their first-year counterparts.

Service & Philanthropy

  • Greek members spend countless hours providing services and raising money for the campus and the greater community.
  • The main philanthropies of the groups on campus include the following: Speech and Hearing Impaired, Breast Cancer Education and Awareness, Court Appointed Special Advocates, Autism Speaks, March of Dimes, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, American Lung Association, Ada Food Pantry, Red Cross, Ada Community Health Screenings, and highway clean-ups.
  • As a community, the Greeks come together for many different occasions including Relay for Life and helping with community projects in Ada.

Leadership

  • Within each chapter, dozens of leadership roles exist where members can gain hands-on leadership experience and refine their skills.
  • Beyond the chapters, numerous leadership opportunities exist within the governing councils and the many other student organizations on campus.
  • Greek members are involved in a multitude of organizations including but not limited to the following: Student Senate, Residence Life, Habitat for Humanity, Northern Christian Fellowship, Varsity and Club sports, band, and numerous honoraries.

 

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