Dr. Lin's Instructional Web - Barry University

GREEK LIFE
The Greek men and women of Barry University are founded upon the principles of
developing quality leaders through commitment to academic excellence, dedicated service to
the University and its surrounding community and the promotion of healthy and responsible
social interaction while maintaining a unified Greek environment.
Greek affiliation is an excellent way to enhance your college career. Governed by
the Interfraternity and Panhellenic Councils, Barry’s fraternities and sororities encourage
interpersonal, academic, moral, ethical and professional development through a wide range of
leadership and involvement opportunities. The Barry University Greek community includes:
FRATERNITIES
Interfraternity Council – the governing body of the Barry fraternities, the IFC strives to
promote the value of interfraternalism to the entire campus. The IFC coordinates events such
as men’s recruitment, Habitat for Humanity service day and Greek Week. Members of the IFC
also attend local and regional leadership conferences and provide direction and motivation for
the Barry University Greek community.
Alpha Delta Gamma Fraternity – each ADG member is provided with the opportunity to
reach his full potential through the five S’s: community services, scholarship, spirituality,
school spirit and social events. ADG’s strive for a common goal of true and loyal friendship,
even beyond their college years. The Psi Chapter of Alpha Delta Gamma has been a strong
force on the Barry University campus for over five years.
Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity – Phi Tau values a spectrum of diversity: differing cultural and
ethnic backgrounds, a full range of academic, professional and personal interests, a variety of
ambitions, and a host of talents. The Epsilon Iota Chapter of Phi Kappa Tau has been
contributing to the Barry University campus and local community for six years and continues
their commitment to excellence.
Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity – the fraternity is committed to the principles of scholarship,
community service, leadership, friendship and physical well being. The TKE colony at Barry
University was founded in the fall of 1996 by men from 11 different countries. Their focus is
on diversity and unity, with the goal of promoting multi-cultural issues and cultural awareness.
SORORITIES
Panhellenic Council – the governing body of the Barry sororities, the Panhellenic Council
strives to promote the values and scholarship, service, sisterhood and social well being to the
women of Barry. The Panhellenic Council coordinates events such as women’s formal
recruitment, clothes drives, Aids Walk, Greek Week and the annual Greek Award Banquet.
Members of the Panhellenic Council also attend local and regional leadership conferences and
provide direction and motivation for the Barry University Greek community.
Alpha Phi International Sorority – as symbolized by their motto, “Union Hand in Hand,”
Alpha Phi’s on campus and across the country share the same treasured collection of values
and the same timeless bond of friendship. The Theta Omega chapter has been active for over
three years, receiving their charter in May, 1996. In 1998 Alpha Phi was recognized as the
1997 – 1998 Chapter of the Year.
Alpha Gamma Delta International Sorority – the Alpha Gamma Delta purpose guides the
organization, highlighting understanding, wisdom, friendship, community service and high
ideals and the principles for all members to embrace. Chartered in March of 1998, the Theta
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