By Allison Davis
Elm Staff Writer
Many students returned to campus early this year as Peer Mentors, RAs, or members of SGA or SEB. Among them, were many members of Washington College’s sororities and fraternities.
Greek life was strongly represented at a recent picnic hosted at President Mitchell Reiss’ home. According to the College website roughly 20 percent of students are involved in Greek life. However, of the students at the picnic close to half were Greeks.
Senior Caitlyn Riehl, a Peer Mentor Leader and member of Zeta Tau Alpha, was not surprised by the amount of Greeks who are members of campus leadership. “Our Greek system is dedicated to making Washington College a more service-oriented campus.”
- This past summer, the sisters of Zeta Tau Alpha were recognized at their annual national convention and received the Silver Award for Standards and Enrichment. According to the National ZTA website, this award is given based on standards of character, personal conduct, social competence and cultural attainment, developed through programs that benefit the chapter and its members. This is given only to the top ten percent of chapters in the country.
- On Sept. 5, the sisters of Alpha Omicron Pi handed out freeze pops to students in passing to welcome every one back to campus. With temperatures reaching 90 degrees and intense humidity, it was a perfect day to chill out with AOII.
- Don’t forget to sign up for Phi Delta Theta’s annual Crab Feast. The Feast is from 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the boat house on Sept. 22 and costs $25. Sign up prior to Sept. 14 and get a free T-shirt.
- Mark your calendars for Kappa Sigma’s Pancakes for Prostates event. Breakfast will start at 7 a.m. at Emmanual Church.
- The Alpha Chi Omegas are hosting their annual Casino Night on Saturday, Oct. 27.
Proceeds support domestic violence awareness. Come out and enjoy light refresments, casino games and a live auction.