<p>Does anyone have any thoughts on Greek Life at Boston College?</p>
<p>…It’s nonexistent. Which is sad.</p>
<p>There are no frats or sororities on campus. There is one frat that is not recognized by the school that occasionally throws some parties, but I don’t really ever hear of anyone doing anything with them often. However, just because there are no frats, doesn’t mean there aren’t any parties.</p>
<p>Dear CollegeRush : One of the advantages of Boston College is that the campus does NOT have Greek Life. Why do we offer this perspective? Often times, frat or sorority house life creates a “family” environment which is a positive, however it can become all encompassing. All weekend activities are with the house, the parties are with the house, and the social agenda (and friends) are “dictated” by the house. </p>
<p>At Boston College, you will find during orientation that Fr. Michael Himes (several wonderful You Tube videos available) will talk about college as being the foundation for an “expanding circle of interesting conversation partners”. This is a fundamental tenet as to why Boston College’s liberal arts core is a dominant element in your undergraduate education. Allowing for expanding thought - and expanding rather than limiting your circle of friends - should be goals you have for yourself for the once in a lifetime collegiate experience.</p>
<p>Now, some will completely disagree with this view on Greek Life and we understand the counterpoints. Rarely does anyone discuss the positive aspects of non-Greek Life; hopefully, this has provided you with one positive perspective.</p>
<p>Thank you Scott! I definitely see the merits of not having a Greek System. While it offers wonderful experiences and opportunities, it does put a bit of a divide in the student body.</p>