SCHOLARSHIP

Succeeding in the classroom is important for every member in our sorority and fraternity community. Most of our organizations have minimum GPA requirements for joining and for remaining a member in good standing. Our organizations offer academic support such as study hours, study groups by majors, junior and senior mentorship, and connections to alumni for opportunities such as internships and practicums.

The sorority and fraternity community consistently has a higher average GPA than those not affiliated with a fraternity or sorority and we are proud to keep that tradition going. Our community is represented in all of UT’s colleges and has exceeded the average student GPA for 12 consecutive semesters!

3.35 avg. Greek GPA vs.

3.27 avg. undergraduate GPA*

*Fall 2022

Honoring the top 3% of Greek leaders and scholars at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Order of Omega is a leadership honor society for members of sorority and fraternity organizations. Founded September 1, 1988, the Kappa Epsilon Chapter of Order of Omega recognizes upperclassmen who have exemplified high standards in the areas of scholarship, leadership, and involvement within their respective organization, on campus, and within the local community. Members share the common goal of recognizing and supporting the many outstanding student leaders at their institution. This chapter has initiated over 2,000 members of the Volunteer family.

Earn Class Credits Through OSFL!

Each spring semester, members at every level of leadership from all four councils join together to focus on developing their skills in the context of applying their transferable skills in and out of their chapter. Two ELPS350 (Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies) classes are offered specifically to students affiliated in our community. These courses focus on Leadership Development Theory, CliftonStrengths, Student Leadership Challenge, current issues facing college students, and how they can apply their leadership practices.

These 2-credit classes can be applied to the University’s Leadership minor or used as a general elective.

Psi Society is a group of sorority and fraternity members who serve in this prestigious role to educate their peers in the Greek community on topics of leadership, health, and safety. Members of Psi Society are nominated by their peers, go through an interview process, and are identified as leaders within the community who are passionate about topics of wellness, risk management, and leadership.