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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS |
| You may have some
unanswered questions about fraternities. Here are
some answers. |
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I've heard that fraternity members form really
strong friendships . . . is that true? |
| You
bet it is! The most important component of
fraternity life is friendship. There's always a
fraternity brother around to play a pickup game of
basketball, to go on a 2:00 AM pizza run, or to help
you out with that tough project. You'll never feel
alone at college when you've got your fraternity
brothers around! |
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| I
want to succeed academically. Will fraternity
membership help or hinder my efforts? |
Getting good grades
in college can be tough. It takes hard work,
commitment, and knowing the right resources. In KA, you can use the network of members who
already take advantage of campus resources such as
the library, computer and math labs, and job
placement centers.
While you are still ultimately responsible for your
own success, many opportunities are opened up to you
as a result of your membership. KA
offers educational workshops on study skills, time
management, stress management, study hall or study
hours, in-house tutors, and award and incentive
programs to help you achieve academic success. |
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| I
heard fraternities emphasize leadership. What
opportunities will I have in the fraternity?
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| In fraternities,
you're in charge. The KA experience affords
you the opportunity for hands on training in the
operation of an organization. Chapter annual budgets
can range from a few thousand dollars to well over
half a million dollars. You will have a variety of
opportunities and you will have alumni available to
offer guidance in your efforts. |
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What about community service? |
| Whether raising
funds for a charity or volunteering your time to
help others in the community, you'll see that
KA is committed to serving others. From
volunteering at a local elementary school to blood
drives, service is a fun and important part of the
fraternity experience. |
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Sounds great, but how much time does it take? |
| Like any
organization, KA needs its members'
support at meetings and activities. Through your
fraternity involvement, you'll learn how to manage
your time and balance your academic work and
fraternity commitments. |
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Does it cost a lot to be in a fraternity? |
| Fraternities are
not expensive. KA is self-supported
from dues paid by its members. At KA, housing is
offered, and fraternity lodging is
competitive with other housing options. |
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What about hazing? |
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Hazing is absolutely
forbidden. You don't have to prove yourself.
KA does have expectations of their
members though. During recruitment, you'll want to
ask specific questions about what is
expected of you as a new member. |
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What happens once I join? |
| You're going to
make a lot of new friends you'll soon call brothers.
It's an exciting time . . . electing officers,
planning socials, going on retreat, learning
fraternity history . . . and getting to know more
about yourself and your new brothers. |
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| How
do I go about joining a fraternity? |
Fraternities are
always seeking new members. Fraternities organize a
process of meeting people and making friends called
recruitment or "rush." Recruitment offers you the
chance to meet other people and learn about what
each fraternity offers its members.
Just like researching, visiting and choosing a
college, you should seek out the fraternity that
best fits your personality, needs and goals. Each
fraternity has unique programs and strengths, yet
all are primarily concerned with friendships,
scholarship, leadership, and service to others.
You'll find there is a fraternity for everyone. |
