Whether your daughter is thinking about joining a sorority or already has, you may have many questions and concerns.  Simpson's sororities have been on campus since the late 1800s and we are sure your daughter will benefit from this rich history and tradition. 

Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions:

How will my daughter benefit from sorority membership?

Being in a sorority is often a student's favorite experience in college.  Our Simpson sororities offer members a supportive atmosphere that can make college feel like home.  Often times, the friends made through a sorority experience last a lifetime.  Additionally, your daughter will benefit from the high academic standards of our sorority community.  Please check out the scholarship link for more information.

How can my daughter join a sorority?

Sorority recruitment is the process where women join a chapter.  Formal recruitment takes place on September 17, 18 and 20, 2006.  Your daughter will visit each sorority house, learn more about the chapter, and meet the women of the sorority.  As the process continues, she and the chapter will mutually decide what chapter would be a good fit.  Once your daughter accepts a bid, she begins the chapter's new member program.  Even if she decides not to join a sorority, recruitment is an opportunity to meet some of the best women on campus.

Do sororities haze?

Simpson's four sororities have a national commitment to upholding a zero tolerance policy for hazing.  Hazing or harming members in any way goes against the ideals of sisterhood each chapter upholds.  When your daughter joins a sorority, she signs an anti-hazing statement that outlines what hazing is and how to report it.  Additionally, each sorority house is alcohol free, as outlined by their inter/national policies.  This helps the chapters focus on sisterhood and scholarship. 

What about the costs?

Each sorority requires its members to pay dues, similar to most other student organizations.  While dues vary from chapter to chapter, they average around $300 a semester.  These dues pay for general chapter functions and resources your daughter receives in the sorority.  Costs for living in a sorority house also vary.  Three of Simpson's sororities have privately owned houses, which means that room and board goes directly to the chapter.  These costs are less than or equal to what Simpson room and board is.  The 4th sorority's house is owned by the College, so room and board are the same as Simpson's costs.  Each sorority offers payment plans to help members schedule their costs, as well as scholarships to help offset College tuition. 

For other questions, please contact the Greek Advisor at 515-961-1736.