There are certain things that we’re deprived of in college—babies, home-cooked meals, a normal sleep and laundry schedule—and puppies definitely fall into this category. That’s why Chi Omega’s Rent-A-Pet is genius.

Greek Week is bringing more than just fun activities to campus; it’s introducing a fun speaker.
Dr. Corey Ciocchetti will be speaking to students in Graham Chapel on Wednesday, Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. in a presentation titled “Under the Influence of Stress.”

For most students, Greek life happens outside the classroom, but on Tuesday night, professors, students and administrators gathered in Wilson 214 to discuss the role of the Greek system on campus.

The Danforth University Center (DUC) is often filled with the jarring voices of various fraternity and sorority members calling out to students to give money to one charity organization or another, giving out tattoos, bracelets and food. All Greek organizations host philanthropy events.

As I’m riding in a bus filled with rowdy college kids en route to a fraternity formal, more than excitement and even anticipation, I’m feeling relief that my date isn’t some stranger who was desperate for a last-minute setup.

Exactly 200 men at Washington University accepted bids in the first week of February to become a member of one of 11 active social fraternities on campus. Four hundred and fifty-three men had registered online, although the actual numbers are estimated to be lower, said Dave Wallace, coordinator for Greek housing programs.