Interfraternity Council’s (IFC) fall recruitment came to a close two weeks ago, with 372 potential new members accepting bids from the IFC chapters. This number was slightly smaller than last years’ 410 accepted bids. This could be because fraternities Pi Kappa Alpha (PIKE) and Delta Sigma Phi (DSP) were removed from campus and Alpha Gamma […]
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Tau Phi’s reign short-lived in Sierra Madre
As a freshman, getting into fraternity parties (if not already a member) is challenging for men, but one Sierra Madre Residence Hall found a way to beat the system during the first few weeks of school. The men’s floor of Sierra Madre Tower 5 found its solution after a few nights of hanging out in […]
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PIKE and DSP continue with fall rush
Interfraternity Council (IFC) rush is fully underway, but Cal Poly-affiliated fraternities are not the only ones holding rush this year. Pi Kappa Alpha (PIKE) and Delta Sigma Phi (DSP) are holding their own separate recruitment processes this week due to their current states of suspension and disaffiliation, respectively. PIKE was suspended from Cal Poly for six years in […]
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Sorority recruitment yields record numbers, but class conflicts prove problematic
Cal Poly Panhellenic Association’s formal recruitment drew 1,037 potential new sorority members this year, an all-time high. But by the end of the week, nearly 250 women had dropped out, including some deterred by class conflicts. Eight Panhellenic sororities took a minimum of 96 women for a total of 789 overall bids. This number does not […]
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AGR under investigation for event preceding stabbing
The AGR president said the event was “not a party by any means.”
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A year in greek life
This past school year in greek life has brought many surprises, with two suspensions, two probations and the creation of new legislation.
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Greek Awards night showcases best of greek life
Fraternities and sororities submitted nominations for chapter and individuals excellence throughout the 2014-15 school year.
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Fraternity life after disaffiliation
Another fraternity was reprimanded, DSP has been disaffiliated.
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Delta Sigma Phi disaffiliated from Cal Poly
The fraternity will appeal the decision.
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Greek Week to benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Jack’s Helping Hand
This year, funds will go toward the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Jack’s Helping Hand.
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New sororities to join Cal Poly greek life
On Tuesday, the Cal Poly Panhellenic Council voted for two organizations to join Cal Poly sorority life over the next three years.