Feeder 2.2

I plan to observe Greek life at UNC in order to learn more about their societal norms and values. I am interested in studying this microculture because I have numerous friends involved in it, yet I am not. I would like to more clearly understand the behaviors and traditions that they are so actively involved in. Before observing the Greeks, I already know a little about them because both of my siblings were involved in fraternities and sororities in the past. I know that each fraternity and sorority has a certain amount of philanthropy that they take part in every year. Also, they meet once a week at chapter meetings in order to discuss upcoming events and other aspects. There seems to always be something planned for the members to participate it, and it keeps them very busy.

Following my observations, I would like to know more about their sense of community and the activities that they take part in to build this unity. I believe there will be a lot more to their society than most people realize on the surface. Many people think they know a lot about Greek life just from hearsay, but most of these thoughts are usually inaccurate. Studying Greek life at UNC is of great interest to the UNC community because so many students are actively involved in a fraternity or sorority. It is a very important part of each of these student’s lives, and it is very important to understand such a major aspect of student life here in Chapel Hill. This could more accurately show what Greek life is all about without all the stereotypes that are often associated with these communities.