<p>I will be attending Lehigh in the fall as a freshman, and was just wondering about the Greek Life... online it said that almost half of all undergrads are involved in a frat/sorority and I wanted to hear from someone who attends/has attended Lehigh. Does it seem like everyone is involved in greek life and would I feel left out if I wasn't? I never felt like I was the type of person to join a sorority but I wouldn't want to feel like the only one who doesn't.</p>
<p>This is not the site for open honest communication on Lehigh Greek and social life. Out here lie the shills, alum, boosters and flacks all protecting the brand. Head over to Reddit, Greek Rank, College Confidential, Unigo etc and see what you find. It ain’t pretty. </p>
<p>edit* Reddit, Greek Rank, College Prowler etc…</p>
<p>edit* p r o w l e r</p>
<p>Congratulations, futurelehighhawk, and to everyone accepted to this wonderful college! I can’t speak about sororities because I don’t have a daughter that attends Lehigh. My son, however, loves Lehigh and being involved in many organizations and in many ways, including Greek life. </p>
<p>Some of his best friends are students he met his freshman year on his dorm floor. Some rushed and some didn’t. It didn’t matter, because most people have a healthy mix of friends that are part of Greek life and friends that aren’t. </p>
<p>You’ll find most parents and students on this forum will give you an honest opinion of their experiences at Lehigh. There isn’t a “brand” to protect like one poster has chosen for a catch phrase. If you’re like my son, you’ll spend your first semester making great friends and getting accommodated to college life. When spring comes around, you’ll probably have a good idea of how you personally feel about rushing. My son’s mind wasn’t made up, and we gave him freedom to decide what was best for him. He ultimately decided to pledge a fraternity and has a wonderful mix of friends from all backgrounds. Hoping your experiences at Lehigh will be fulfilling, in all areas.</p>
<p>I’m currently a first-year student at Lehigh. I am not in a sorority and I don’t regret not rushing at all. I still go out on the weekends and have an active social life without needing to be in a house. Even if you aren’t in a house, you can still get into parties and still go out and have fun. There are times when I wish I had rushed because my friends are doing all their sorority stuff, but never do I really feel left out. There are plenty of girls who didn’t rush who I’m friends with!</p>
<p>Great to hear! </p>
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<p>I am not involved in greek life and I’m still loving Lehigh! You really don’t need to be in a sorority or fraternity to have a social life. I still go out a fair amount. A lot of people make an assumption that Lehigh is “run by the greeks,” and there are times when it seems like it rules the campus, but I’ve never felt like I’ve been left out of anything.</p>
<p>My son is graduating in 10 days and has only been a member of an academic fraternity - not a social fraternity. He has had a very successful and fulfilling experience with many friends - some of whom are involved in Greek life and some who are not.</p>
<p>I think college is what you make of it, and whether you choose to pledge or not, it is up to you to have a full experience. I encourage you to keep an open mind and decide for yourself if Greek life is or is not for you. </p>
<p>If you choose not to pledge, you will not be alone, by any means! </p>
<p>I’d recommend at least checking it out. You may think it’s not for you now but that could change when you’re on campus and meet some of the girls and find out first-hand what it’s like. </p>
<p>Either way I’m sure you’ll find a place at Lehigh to have a great time.</p>