Greek Community Values
As members of the recognized fraternities and sororities of Washington University in St. Louis, we exist to complement the mission of the university. Our Greek principles inspire our contribution to a positive campus life. While the individual values articulated below are not exclusive to our community, it is the establishment and active pursuit of Aretê– a lifestyle learned through experience- that reaffirms our purpose and distinguishes us as Greek.
Aretê
It is with the following values that I take pride in being Greek, historically characterized by the concept of aretê, the principle of striving for excellence and nobility to all dimensions of character.
- I value integrity.
- I value my own individuality while also valuing loyalty to my organization and the Greek community.
- I value actions that honor the rituals established by our founders and that serve to inspire our future members.
- I value the commitment to improving the broader world in which we live.
- I value intellectual curiosity.
- I value social responsibility.
- I value supportive friendships and lasting memories.
- I pledge to continuously challenge myself and fellow Greeks to uphold these values.