<p>Might as well bring a checkbook just in case. This is 2010 we shouldn’t need those outdated pieces of paper anymore.</p>
<p>If you ever have to pay dues, or for something related to clubs (like mini trips such as ski trips, camping, conferences, etc.), then unless you plan on withdrawing a lot of cash, you’re best off bringing a checkbook. If you live in the house, fraternity dues can be up to 800-1000 dollars per month (even 2-300 if you don’t live in the house), and since they are dues, it can be hard/impossible to use a debit card. And you definitely should not carry around that much cash either.</p>
<p>But when you get your checkbook, keep it in a very safe place. Don’t let anyone on your floor know you have one. I’m speaking from experience…I lost my checkbook once and I had to be safe and assume that it was stolen so it resulted in a whole mess. Luckily I was able to void the checks and get away without losing money (well I had to pay $50 to get them to void the checks). So yea, be careful with it.</p>