The Mission of Fraternity & Sorority Organizations

Fraternity & Sorority Life at Hofstra University empowers members of Greek-letter organizations to promote and preserve the ideals of scholarship, service, leadership, campus involvement, and brotherhood/ sisterhood. Membership in Fraternity & Sorority organizations promotes personal development and a strong sense of identity with the institution, as well as post-graduate association. Fraternity & Sorority chapters enhance the quality of life for students on and off campus by providing a range of opportunities for meaningful individual involvement and growth.

Service

Fraternity & Sorority organizations have a strong commitment to community service. Participation in various campus, community, and philanthropic activities foster the individual's lifelong commitment to community service.

The Fraternity & Sorority organizations at Hofstra have demonstrated their commitment to the University and the community time and time again; if you are a person who believes in community service then a Fraternity & Sorority organization is something that might be a good fit for you.

Intellectual Awareness

Fraternity & Sorority organizations create an atmosphere that encourages their members to broaden their intellectual horizons and sharpen their academic skills. In addition, Fraternity & Sorority organizations assist their members in the pursuit of scholarship and academic achievements by providing tutorial assistance when needed and rewarding superior achievement.

Outstanding academic performance is recognized through the National Order of Omega. This Honor Society salutes members of the Fraternity & Sorority community who are juniors and seniors, have a 3.0 grade point average or higher, and have excelled in campus involvement, fraternity/sorority contributions and community service.

Equal Opportunity

Fraternity & Sorority organizations provide opportunities for individuals to learn to respect the rights, values, and beliefs of others. Students from diverse cultures, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds are encouraged to participate in the Fraternity & Sorority system. Activities and programs designed to promote the understanding and acceptance of diverse populations are a critical part of the Fraternity & Sorority experience. In accordance with the Mission of Hofstra University, the Fraternity & Sorority organizations at Hofstra will offer equal opportunity for the participation of the individual regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, physical handicap, age or sexual orientation gender.