Some people decide later on in life to attend college for whatever reason, and once they get into the "college life", they may decide to join a Greek organization. Do you think after a certain age that someone should just "give up" on being apart of an organization that they have always hoped to be apart of?
2006-08-11 08:44:01 · 11 answers · asked by Kimmie 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
If you do believe that a person can be "too old", what do you think should be the MAXIMUM age limit to join?
2006-08-11 09:11:25 · update #1
If you do believe that a person can be "too old", what do you think should be the MAXIMUM age limit to join?
2006-08-11 09:11:36 · update #2
Fraternities and sororities are designed for young people. Mature adults would have no interest in participating in these organizations, and would find their activities and traditions to be rather juvenile.
Picture a fifty year old woman being the "little sister" of a twenty year old girl, and helping her to make glitter-ink posters for an upcoming sorority brunch as they talk about the best place to tan in town, and their plans for spring break in Cancun.
Picture a forty year old man playing drinking games and doing beer bongs with his fraternity brothers, while they plan their upcoming frisbee-golf tournament, and talk about their latest "hook ups" with "hot babes."
Sad.
And to answer the later addition to your question, I'd imagine that anyone over 21 or 22 would find Greek organizations beneath their maturity level.
2006-08-11 08:59:37 · answer #1 · answered by X 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am in a fraternity. That being said, my chapter probably would not give a bid to anyone over the age of 20, maybe 21. The reason a lot of people join fraternities is for connections in the business world. If you are 45 or so you should already have your own connections set up. Besides that, I doubt too many middle aged men have the same interests as 20 year olds and if they do then they should get a life. As for playing frisbee golf and talking about "hot babes", I would rather play golf and talk about women.
2006-08-12 09:48:27 · answer #2 · answered by pumpjackraiders 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
As far as I know, there are no age limits. When I was in college, a woman in her 90s pledged another chapter of my sorority. We thought it was pretty cool.
No, you're probably not going to want to party a lot with the sisters if you're past the point where you really enjoy that.There are still a lot of things that you could get out of it socially and academically. If you want to do this, I'd go through rush and see what group seems receptive to you and seems like a group you feel comfortable with. Though sororities and fraternities are generally considered to be "social" groups, they do community service activities, they're active on campus, and there are great leadership opportunities there. Many sororities have scholarships, for both grad students and undergrads and sometimes they offer loans. If you find a group you like, go for it!
2006-08-11 17:24:31 · answer #3 · answered by pag2809 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Many of the fraternal organizations may have rules regarding how old pledges can be. You can find out the details by contacting the individual sororities or fraternities or by contacting the Panhellinic Council (the body that regulates sororities and fraternities) at the individual school.
It is not unheard of, however, for sororities to have "honorary" initiates. For instance, we initiated an older woman at my sorority once because she wanted to pay tribute to her mother, who was a member. She wasn't a full member like the rest of us, just an honorary one.
But seriously folks, a 45 year old is NOT going to be interested in pledging... it's great fun for young people, but older people will find it ridiculous. :-) Not to mention that you have to get INVITED to pledge a sorority or fraternity. And the odds of getting an invitation when you are middle aged are slim to none. :)
2006-08-11 09:39:45 · answer #4 · answered by LorraineKB 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Frankly I think an 18 year old that has their stuff together is "too old" to join a sorority or fraternity. These organizations are generally oriented towards people who are very dependent and immature, yet are old enough to have adult privileges. While there are plenty of people in sororities and fraternities who are not complete idiots, their peers make them look as such.
2006-08-11 11:51:18 · answer #5 · answered by M L 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No. I don't think anyone is ever too old to join. If you like the people in the group and vice verse, why not join it?
2006-08-11 08:53:33 · answer #6 · answered by phio9903 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I dont think so. It depends on the persons level of interest and energy. You cant let age get in the way of your dreams. I believe that you can have what you say you can have.
2006-08-11 08:51:07 · answer #7 · answered by hotmommy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most undergrad pledging can be very physical. If an older person can survive being on line. Go for it. If not pledge a grad chapter
2006-08-11 08:51:01 · answer #8 · answered by michelle m 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not at all. Make sure to enjoy the college experience.
2006-08-11 08:51:16 · answer #9 · answered by kasar777 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, could u imagine a 45yr old in a frat with people younger than his kids?
2006-08-11 08:51:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋