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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What impact will fraternity membership have on my son's or daughter’s grades?
A: Students often find managing their time difficult when moving from the highly structured high school environment to the freedoms of college. Alpha Psi Lambda will assist in that transition by offering scholarship programs, which may include study partners, mandatory study hours, and time management workshops. Furthermore, your son or daughter will be able to access the network of brothers and sisters who already know how to use campus resources like the library, study centers, computer labs, and academic advisers.
Q: Don’t fraternities promote excessive drinking?
A: Absolutely not. Alcohol abuse is unhealthy and inconsistent with the ideals of Alpha Psi Lambda. Every individual member and chapter is expected to uphold federal, state, county, and city laws, as well as university policies regarding the consumption of alcohol.
Q: How will being a member of Alpha Psi Lambda benefit my son or daughter after college?
A: One of the benefits of Alpha Psi Lambda membership is the professional and personal development opportunities that exist to help members develop important skills useful throughout one’s life. Alpha Psi Lambda can also provide access to a large alumni network that proves beneficial during and after college. Fraternities and sororities provide a learning laboratory for members to practice skills needed for whatever path a student chooses after college. Opportunities include holding leadership positions, developing networking skills, and participating in enriching personal experiences that provide opportunities for personal reflection and meaning making.
Q: Is Greek life just like they show in the movies and on TV?
A: While Greek life does offer enjoyment of life on campus; representation of Greek life in movies and TV is often exaggerated (Think Animal House or House Bunny). Greek life is about academic and social balance along with service and professional networking. Greek students work hard and enjoy their time together, and they know when the right time to do either is.
Q: Being a member of a fraternity sounds like it takes a lot of time. Will that have a negative academic impact on my child?
A: Participating in any worthwhile activity always requires an investment of one's time. Research has shown that involved college students are more likely to graduate and they report greater satisfaction with their college experience. Through his or her involvement with Alpha Psi Lambda, your son or daughter will learn how to balance their academic, work, campus involvement, and social commitments.
Q: What will a student get out of joining a Greek organization that they won't get from other groups?
A: Greek organizations are a great way for students to make an easier transition into college from home, parents and high school friends. For most students, Greek life becomes a home away from home. It becomes a place where close, lifelong friendships are created. Most of these groups emphasize leadership, scholarship, service, and fellowship among other important values.
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