involved. Service plays an important role in the Greek environment. Most of the fraternities and sororities at Idaho have either a national or local philanthropies to which they contribute. Greek Life puts a strong emphasis on scholarship. Many fraternities and sororities require study tables and a certain amount of hours each week for their pledg'es. Greeks are not only known for studying and community work, but also for their parties, exchanges, and competitions. Parties after football games, basketball games or just weekend parties are popular. Exchanges and theme parties range from punk rock to toga to western jungle are only a few that take place throughout the year. Many competitions are sponsored by the Greeks including SAE Olympics, Sigma Chi Derby Days, Greek Week, and the Phi Delt Turtle Derby on parents weekend . The Greek living system at Idaho has a strong unity and healthy competition among its members.
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