St. John’s University, located in Queens, New York, has a strong Greek life community with several sororities on campus. Sororities offer women the opportunity to develop leadership skills, participate in philanthropic events, and form lasting bonds with other women. Currently, there are five sororities at St. John’s University: Alpha Phi, Delta Phi Epsilon, Gamma Phi Beta, Phi Sigma Sigma, and Zeta Phi Beta.
Alpha Phi: Alpha Phi was founded in 1872 at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York. The St. John’s University chapter was established in 1993. The sorority’s philanthropy focuses on supporting women’s heart health through the Alpha Phi Foundation. Alpha Phi’s colors are bordeaux and silver, and their mascot is the phi bear.
Delta Phi Epsilon: Delta Phi Epsilon was founded in 1917 at New York University in New York City, New York. The St. John’s University chapter was established in 1968. The sorority’s philanthropy focuses on supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the Delta Phi Epsilon Educational Foundation. Delta Phi Epsilon’s colors are royal purple and pure gold, and their mascot is the unicorn.
Gamma Phi Beta: Gamma Phi Beta was founded in 1874 at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York. The St. John’s University chapter was established in 2009. The sorority’s philanthropy focuses on supporting Girls on the Run and Building Strong Girls. Gamma Phi Beta’s colors are light and dark brown, and their mascot is the crescent moon.
Phi Sigma Sigma: Phi Sigma Sigma was founded in 1913 at Hunter College in New York City, New York. The St. John’s University chapter was established in 1993. The sorority’s philanthropy focuses on supporting school and college readiness through the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation. Phi Sigma Sigma’s colors are king blue and gold, and their mascot is the sphinx.
Zeta Phi Beta: Zeta Phi Beta was founded in 1920 at Howard University in Washington, D.C. The St. John’s University chapter was established in 2001. The sorority’s philanthropy focuses on supporting the March of Dimes and promoting educational opportunities for women. Zeta Phi Beta’s colors are royal blue and pure white, and their mascot is the dove.
To join a sorority at St. John’s University, women must participate in a recruitment process. Recruitment typically takes place at the beginning of the fall semester and includes several rounds of events where potential new members can meet and interact with members of each sorority. At the end of the recruitment process, women may receive a bid, or invitation, to join one of the sororities.
Being a member of a sorority at St. John’s University can provide many benefits. Sorority members often form close bonds with their sisters and participate in social and philanthropic events throughout the year. Sororities also offer opportunities for leadership development, academic support, and networking with alumni. Joining a sorority can be a great way to get involved on campus and make lifelong connections.
In addition to the sororities, St. John’s University also has several fraternities and a multicultural Greek council that includes several sororities and fraternities. The university encourages all students to consider the benefits of Greek life and to explore the various organizations on campus.