A Guide to FrAternity And Sorority LiFe - Virginia Tech

IFC
12 Portico 2009-2010
Dear fellow HoKies,
First off, I would like to congratulate each of you for making an excellent decision by
choosing to attend Virginia Tech. Looking back, my years here at the university seem
brief and I am glad that I was able to make the most of them. You are taking a step in the
right direction by opening this book and learning about how rewarding Greek life can be
here at Virginia Tech. With over 60 fraternities and sororities, our campus has something
to offer everyone.
When you make the decision to become involved in Greek Life, you have the opportunity to
experience many of the things that the school and community have to offer. Our chapters
all participate in a wide variety of community service projects, philanthropic events,
athletic competitions, and fundraisers to benefit the community. Being part of a Greek
letter organization can help provide you with skills that you will need in the real world, as
well as friendships that will last a lifetime. By working within a Greek community, many
of the brothers and sisters of Virginia Tech Greek life have been able to experience the
satisfaction of being part of something larger than themselves.
I have seen many young Virginia Tech students grow and mature into responsible adults
because of the opportunities that membership in a Greek organization afforded them. I can
say confidently that going Greek has been one of the most beneficial and enjoyable decisions
I have made thus far in my life, and it has helped me to grow personally every day.
Joining any student organization here at Virginia Tech allows you to grow as a person and
become a better man or woman. Pouring my heart into the Greek community has helped
me realize accomplishment beyond my wildest dreams. When I put on my cap and gown
in May, I will not look back and wish I had done more with my time in college, because I
will know that Greek life allowed me to give back so much to the university. I encourage all
of you to reach your potential as students and individuals and come to realize that taking
advantage of the opportunities within Greek life can help you reach your goals.
Lastly, good luck to all of you with your schoolwork. Hopefully I will see you all in the
coming year as proud members of Virginia Tech’s Greek community.
Matt Penny
President
Interfraternity Council of Virginia Tech