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Al Groh
Head Coach, Virginia Football
Sigma
Nu – COMM 1967
“The University of Virginia is a school that
many of us have learned that you belong to forever. There are only
a few very special institutions where that is the case. The Greek system
is one of the major reasons that so many of us feel as we do about
UVa. The enduring personal relationships and appreciation for standards
and values of Jeffersonian education are unique and lasting.”
David Hobbs
Chairman, Honor Committee, 2005-2006
St.
Anthony Hall – COMM 2006
“My involvement in the fraternity system has been one of the
most rewarding experiences in my time at the University. Some of my
closest friendships have developed from within my fraternity, and the
entire network of houses within the IFC has proved to be a valuable
asset for my work on the Honor Committee. Consistent contact with fraternity
members has provided me the opportunity to form strong relationships
around grounds and stay connected to various aspects of the University
community. The strong bonds formed within the fraternity system have
served as a consistent source of familiarity and encouragement throughout
my time at UVa.”
Gordon Rainey
Rector, Board of Visitors, 2003-2005
Delta
Kappa Epsilon – CLAS 1962, LAW 1967
“I thoroughly enjoyed fraternity life when I was a student
at the University. I formed lifelong friendships in my fraternity.
It was there that I developed a strong sense of commitment to the
University which just seems to get stronger with time. As a result,
I have been active in alumni affairs throughout my life.”
Tim Ormsby
Chairman, University Judiciary Committee, 2005-2006
Sigma
Chi – CLAS 2006 “College is a time for learning, personal growth, building relationships, and
having fun. I originally joined a fraternity because I realized that
it would provide all these things. However, I could not have predicted
the extent to which my fraternity involvement would influence my college
experience and shape my personality. My fraternity experience has taught
me a great deal about myself—it has helped me acknowledge my strengths and weaknesses, evaluate my goals, and challenge my assumptions while at the same time reinforcing my own values. As a result, I have learned more to prepare me for the “real” world than in any academic course. My decision to pledge has been the source of amazing friendships with incredible people with whom I will share unforgettable memories. If it weren’t for my fraternity and the members of my chapter, I wouldn’t
be the same person I am today.”
Mark White
Associate Professor of Commerce
Faculty Advisor, Chi
Phi
“In the United States, one’s college years are a time for self-discovery and self-determination. We’re deciding who we are, and who we want to be. I believe fraternities provide important opportunities for gaining a better understanding of oneself and one’s relationships with others. I’m particularly proud of the young men who pursue leadership positions within their houses. These leaders are gaining a skill which will serve them well the rest of their lives. Professors can impart knowledge, but wisdom can’t be taught. Wisdom comes from experience—the kind of experience one gets from trying to guide a group of intelligent young men along a particular path. I think a fraternity can provide the social infrastructure that affirms, challenges, and motivates its members—hopefully toward academic excellence and responsible citizenship! A university’s prime directive is the acquisition, creation, and dissemination of knowledge. I think UVA does a pretty good job with the “book learning” part of that mission. I support the fraternity system because I believe it offers unique opportunities for learning about one’s gifts and one’s role in the community. During my 15 years at the University, I’ve had the privilege of working with some very fine young men. I know at least some of their success was due to the roles they played in their fraternities, and that’s
what keeps me involved in the system.”
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Thomas Hall
Chairman, Honor Committee, 2000-2002
Sigma
Chi – CLAS 2002, LAW 2006
“As a first year, I was uncertain about joining a fraternity,
but doing so was one of the best decisions I made as an undergraduate.
The fraternity system gave me many opportunities for mentoring and
networking, and through it I developed my closest set of friends. For
me, the fraternity system was not an obstacle to becoming involved
at the University; if anything, older members of my fraternity (and
of other houses) actively encouraged my involvement in the Honor Committee
and other activities.”
Thomas F. Farrell, II
Rector, Board of Visitors, 2005-2007
Zeta
Psi – CLAS 1976, LAW 1979
“My time as a Zete was a very important part of my experience at Virginia. At that time, Zete had brothers from all regions east of the Mississippi. Many were student leaders (Honor and Judiciary Committees, IFC, Resident Staff, Madison House, newspapers, etc.) and varsity athletes (football, wrestling, tennis and lacrosse). Meals and social functions were the center of our common experience; but we each encouraged the others to become involved in University life beyond Zete. It made the Zete experience better for all of us.”
Mark Miller
Linebacker, Virginia Football
Kappa
Sigma – CLAS 2006
“As a varsity athlete, joining a fraternity has broadened my horizons tremendously. The opportunity it has provided to make life-lasting friendships outside of the athletic world has been a blessing. I feel very fortunate to have such a unique spectrum of relationships at college.” |
