A dumb sorority girl’s guide to UO frats
It’s not just about toga parties here
So you’re starting college in the fall and you’re not sure what to expect. You’ve seen the movies with the creepy mansion houses and the frat boys being pigs. But don’t worry, the movies are way off.
Each fraternity is different and while some are full of douchebags who like to shotgun beers, most are sweet and a lot of fun to just kick it with.
Here is what you should expect from the frats at the University of Oregon.
Alpha Epsilon Pi
AEPi is known to have the best house on campus. Their parties have the reputation for being killer, especially the themed ones.
They are also known as the “Jewish Frat”.
Beta Theta Pi (closed and disbanded by the General Fraternity)
Two words: Beta boys.
These guys are from all around the country. I’ve met Beta’s from Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington D.C. and other big cities. The variety of boys in this frat mean many different styles from preppy to sport fanatics to surfers. If you don’t have a “type”, this is the perfect frat for you.
They’re currently disbanded, very disappointing.
Chi Psi
This frat is known for being super chill and relaxed.
These are the kind of guys you would find at kickbacks rather than parties, just enjoying themselves on the couch relaxing and playing video games.
Delta Tau Delta
These are the cutest, nicest and coolest boys on campus. If you find a guy in Greek Life who is smart, chill and funny he is most likely a DTD.
Their live-out “Bel Air” is extremely hard to get into and you have to be on the list. But, if you’re lucky enough to get inside you will meet the man of your dreams.
DTD’s love to serenade. They have the best singers and entertainers you could imagine. Also, they have recently just been accepting Transgender men into their fraternity.
*Heart Eye Emojis*
Delta Upsilon
“Delta Oops I joined the wrong frat” is commonly said about this fraternity.
Not exactly the most popular frat on campus, as they’re not your typical boat-shoe and khaki shorts wearing frat stars.
Lambda Chi Alpha
They got into some trouble lately after taking the rap for what happened at Lake Shasta, but Lamda is one of the most popular frats on campus and nationally for very good reason.
Phi Delta Theta
Phi Delt’s are currently kicked off campus which is a huge bummer – it’s definitely a great place for anyone to hang out. They even welcome your guy friends!
Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI)
FIJI boys are super chill.
Their live-out, “Bikini Bottom”, is awesome. Just be careful of all the sweaty girls grinding on everyone.
Phi Kappa Psi
These boys are some of the nicest boys you will meet. They throw the best parties, including the one for their house dog Snowbelle in April. Best combination: puppies and parties.
I’ve heard they’re gentleman and pretty hilarious.
Pi Kappa Alpha
PIKE is the newest frat on campus – let’s see how they make an impact this year.
Pi Kappa Phi
Personally, not my favorite.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon
SAE parties are some of the best you will attend during your college experience.
Sigma Pi
Another fraternity that is currently suspended, but most of the guys who are still around are funny and easy to talk to.
My friend in Sigma Pi killing it in his toga
Sigma Chi
This frat is known well for hosting “Derby Days”, one of the best philanthropies year-round. Each sorority gets to create a dance with a group of Sigma Chi boys and compete against the other chapters. This is a really fun way to get everyone in Greek Life involved in philanthropy.
The boys themselves are probably the cutest on campus but they know it, so can be kind of egotistical and cocky.
Sigma Nu
Sigma Nu is another frat full of just chill boys. I haven’t had much experience with them, but from what I have heard they are different from the typical “fraternity”.
What I’ve learned from attending different parties hosted by the various fraternities: the best thing to do is mess with them.
Steal their American flags, pretend it’s your birthday or just simple be sassy if they try to flirt with you.