What is the purpose of Greek Week? Are we supposed to further our relationships in our own chapters or become a greater, more united community?What is Greek Week all about?
As a freshman member of Greek life, sometimes I find it difficult to gauge just exactly what every Greek event or activity is really meant to do. Is every philanthropy event geared towards raising money, raising awareness or increasing camaraderie between houses? This past week was Greek Week and I saw some of the underlying motivations and importance of Greek life, here on campus.
Greek Week began with the Journey Of Dreams ceremony. Five different charities presented their purpose and aspirations in Rackham Auditorium. Each charity was uniquely different and aimed their efforts towards different events to aid their respective communities. With brief presentations by each charity, we were able to see how our own devotion to these organizations can make a lasting impact on individuals we may never meet.
As we sat and watched these representatives share their passions, we realized our own aspirations. Many members of my own chapter decided to become involved in these charities and begin making a difference in the community. Additionally, we realized that the money we all raised this week will not only help unite the Greek community in our pursuit of raising money and awareness for great charities, but it will also propel Greek members to fully recognize the difference that we’re making.
Greek life might be categorized as a way to make lasting friendships and become more involved in one’s community, but it is also a way to make someone else’s community better while pursuing our own passions, values and goals as college students.
