Do you think knowing how to step is an important part of being in a fraternity?

Question

I'm thinking of pledging a fraternity and I can't step...I can dance but stepping is not a strong suit of mind. I feel that a brotherhood is more than just stepping. What you think?

Answer 1

You do not have to be able to step to seek membership in any of the NPHC orgs. Stepping is just something that some members do for fun and if you do want to step they will teach you, but it's not required.

Answer 2

I would presume you're reffering to an African-American fraternity. If so, then yes stepping is important, at least an important part of that fraternity. I am a white woman who graduated from college 25 years ago; however, one thing I knew about the campus and it's Greek life was this. Every black fraternity & sorority did "stepping". Your brotherhood is indeed More than just stepping, but stepping is an integral part of your unison with your fraternity. I was very very impressed at their unity and it is also a sign of discipline, and I think it's great. Good luck.

Answer 3

I am not exactly sure what stepping is; I'm guessing that it is some type of dancing and part of the exclusively black Fraternities. I am in a multiethnic fraternity. We range in the ethnic groups from White, Black, Asian, and Arab with percentages that reflect that of the US population. This happened naturally, we do not look at race as a guideline, but we look for quality men. Men of good character, high morals, ambition, personal responsibility, academic ability and so on as a minimum. If a Fraternity is looking on issues as superficial as dancing or stepping or looks or money or god knows what else, good luck having a strong brotherhood. You are right on; the brotherhood you see in the men in the Fraternity is what is important and is how you should base your decision. Remember that they have a decision to make too, which is on you. Good luck, go for quality people.

This is just my opinion, do what you want

Answer 4

It all depends on which fraternity you're trying to pledge. If it's very important to the brothers that you be able to step, then it's going to be a big deal. If it's not as important to them, then it won't be. Yes, there's more to brotherhood (or sisterhood) than any one skill or trait, but it's up to the current brothers to determine what traits they're looking for and how important those things are to them before they invite new members to join.

The last thing that you want to do is to get involved in an organization as intense as a fraternal organization can be that doesn't accept you for the talents you bring to the table. It can truly make your life miserable otherwise.

Good luck!

Answer 5

If you want to be a part of something, than find out what is important to that organization. The fraternity has its traditions and the brothers uphold those traditions. If you want to be a brother than you have to do what the brothers do.

If the fraternity that you want to join steps, then you should learn to step.

Answer 6

No. I do not believe that stepping is an important part of fraternities. People are glorifying the act because it is popular but it is not what a frat should stand for. It does help the brothers come together because it helps teach discipline and unity but it does not make or break a frat. I think that people need to be exposed to the deeper roots for fraternities instead it automatically being linked to stepping.

Answer 7

I understand your feeling exactly, but at some point, that will be important. Stepping is not hard though. They teach you the routines anyway to keep you from being so stressed about it. I just recommend that when the time comes, don't let them know that you are no good in that area. Just do it!