11Will Ferrell's Lifelong Fraternity Ties
Will Ferrell remains affiliated with the Delta Tau Delta fraternity to this day.
12Debunking Sorority House Myths
Contrary to a popular belief in some college towns, the notion that sorority houses are banned due to archaic laws regarding multiple women living together being viewed as a brothel is a myth. While zoning laws may exist concerning unrelated individuals residing together, none explicitly mention brothels.
13Ted Bundy's Sorority House Crimes
Ted Bundy infamously escaped from prison and perpetrated the murder of two sorority girls within a sorority house, reminiscent of scenes from a B horror movie.
14Sorority Sanctions over Taco Tuesday
In 2014, California State University, Fullerton, imposed severe sanctions on a sorority for organizing a recruitment event themed around "Taco Tuesday."
15Mark Cuban's Sorority Side Job
During his college years, Mark Cuban supplemented his income by offering disco dancing lessons to sorority girls.
16Positive Impact of Greek Life
According to a survey, students who participated in fraternities and sororities were more likely to report a sense of purpose at work, strong connections to friends and family, and satisfaction with their living situation. Despite their negative reputation, the fraternity and sorority experience proves positive for many students.
17Origins of Greek Letter Usage
The utilization of Greek letters by North American fraternities and sororities stems from their founder's esteemed reputation as the foremost Greek scholar in college.
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18Disney-inspired Sorority Symbol
The song "Let's Go Fly a Kite" found its inspiration from Walt Disney's daughters, who were members of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, identified by the symbol of a kite.
19The Cheerleader Effect Theory
The phenomenon known as the 'Cheerleader Effect' (or alternately the 'Bridesmaids Paradox' or 'Sorority Girl Syndrome') posits that individuals appear more attractive when observed within a group. It does have some truth to it, as when humans visually take in a group of people, we average facial features by averaging facial features when viewed collectively.
20Concealed Fire Incident at Sigma Phi
In 2003, a fire erupted at the Sigma Phi chapter house at the University of Wisconsin. Despite the urgency, fraternity members declined to disclose the fire's location, as it was situated within a secluded chapter room accessible only to members.
