Fraternity & Sorority Life Events

Sunday, August 30

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Bloom Into Sorority Life | Pioneer Village Upper Quad

Interested in joining a sorority? Thinking about going through recruitment, but you're not sure? Come by the Pioneer Village Upper Quad to meet our 10 sororities! Spend time chatting with them about their chapters and what recruitment is really like. Enjoy fun activities and sweet treats while you're here!

Sponsored by: Fraternity & Sorority Life, Panhellenic Council

Monday, August 31

Noon - 2 p.m. | Claw Clips & Charm Bracelets with Alpha Delta Pi | Pioneer Pavilion, Cabana 1

Join the sisters of Alpha Delta Pi as we welcome everyone back to campus and kick off the semester! Create and customize your own claw clips and charm bracelets while enjoying a fun and creative start to the semester ahead.

Sponsored by: Alpha Delta Pi

Noon - 3 p.m. | Refresh with Delta Zeta | Pioneer Pavilion, Cabana 2

Start your first day of classes with Delta Zeta! Stop by to grab a free strawberry acai refresher and meet members of Delta Zeta. Take a break between classes, chat with sisters and enjoy a refreshing drink while supplies last.

Sponsored by: Delta Zeta

Tuesday, September 1

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Chi Omega Welcomes You Back To Campus | Pioneer Pavilion, Cabana 2

Chi Omega welcomes you back to campus! Stop by to enjoy a coffee and chat with the sisters of Chi Omega! Here's a perfect opportunity to build community and foster connection at the start of the semester, as we transition back into campus life.

Sponsored by: Chi Omega

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Get the Tea on Sorority Recruitment | Pioneer Pavilion

Come get the "tea" on what sorority recruitment is all about! Enjoy some cold iced tea and light snacks while you chat with recruitment counselors about the upcoming recruitment weekend!

Sponsored by: Panhellenic Council, Fraternity & Sorority Life

Noon - 2 p.m. | Fill Your Essentials Bag with Alpha Delta Pi | Pioneer Pavilion, Cabana 1

Join the sisters of Alpha Delta Pi as we welcome everyone back to campus and kick off the semester! Create and customize your own essentials bag while stocking up on items to help you prepare for a successful semester ahead.

Sponsored by: Alpha Delta Pi

3 - 5 p.m. | Welcome Back with Bouquet Making with Kappa Alpha Theta | Pioneer Pavilion

Make a bouquet with the sisters of Kappa Alpha Theta!

Sponsored by: Kappa Alpha Theta

Wednesday, September 2

5 - 7:30 p.m. | Grillin' with the Greeks | Pioneer Village Upper Quad

Join SHU's fraternities and sororities for our annual welcome back BBQ! Meet the members of our chapters and learn about the different recruitment processes while you enjoy some of our grilled-up favorites, lawn games, and music!

Sponsored by: Fraternity & Sorority Life, Panhellenic Council, Interfraternity Council

Thursday, September 3

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Welcome Back with Kappa Delta | Pioneer Pavilion, Cabana 1

Welcome back to campus! Stop by Kappa Delta's table to pick up a sweet treat and celebrate the start of the fall semester. Members of Kappa Delta look forward to welcoming all students back to Sacred Heart University and wishing you a successful year ahead.

Sponsored by: Kappa Delta Sorority

7 - 8:30 p.m. | Sorority Recruitment Orientation | Edgerton Center

Come to Orientation to learn what to expect from sorority recruitment this upcoming weekend and meet your recruitment counselor. Hear from our featured speaker who will share just how impactful the sorority experience can be, not only during your time in college but also for a lifetime. Don't forget to register for recruitment in advance of attending this session!

Sponsored by: Panhellenic Council, Fraternity & Sorority Life

Friday, September 4

4 - 6 p.m. | Just SHU It Involvement Fair | Pioneer Village Upper Quad

Are you looking to get involved on campus? Join us to meet all of our clubs and organizations at the Just SHU It Involvement Fair!

Sponsored by: Student Involvement

Saturday, September 5

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Sorority Recruitment - Sisterhood Round | Park Avenue Campus

Students registered for sorority recruitment will participate in the first round, Sisterhood. During your scheduled parties with each sorority, you will learn about what sisterhood and membership in their chapter looks like.

Sponsored by: Panhellenic Council, Fraternity & Sorority Life

Noon - 3 p.m. | Alpha Kappa Psi x Best Buddies Kickball | Valentine Health & Recreation Center Field

Join Alpha Kappa Psi and Best Buddies for an afternoon of kickball, coloring, word puzzles and other activities as we kick off the semester together. Meet members from both organizations, learn about upcoming opportunities to get involved and enjoy a fun and inclusive campus event.

Sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Psi, Best Buddies

Sunday, September 6

11 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Sorority Recruitment - Philanthropy Round | Park Avenue Campus

Students who register are invited back for the second day of sorority recruitment. During this round, they will meet with all five chapters and learn more about each organization's philanthropic and community service efforts. You'll also have the opportunity to discuss the causes you care about and the ways you've made an impact in your community.

Sponsored by: Panhellenic Council, Fraternity & Sorority Life

Monday, September 7

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Sorority Recruitment - Preference Round | Park Avenue Campus

Students who register are invited back to the third round of sorority recruitment. During this round, they will meet with up to two chapters for one final conversation before bid day! Take time to ask your pressing questions on what you're looking for in a sorority experience. Chapters will share a small portion of their ritual with you during this final round.

Sponsored by: Panhellenic Council, Fraternity & Sorority Life

7 p.m. | Sorority Recruitment - Bid Day | Edgerton Theatre/Chapel Quad

Students receiving a bid to a panhellenic sorority will gather in the Edgerton Theatre to open their bid cards as a group. Recruitment counselors will reveal which chapters they are from in an on-stage performance. Once bids are opened, new members will head out to the Chapel Quad to meet up with their new sisters and celebrate the end of recruitment weekend!

Sponsored by: Panhellenic Council, Fraternity & Sorority Life

9 p.m. | IFC Kickoff | Edgerton Center

Interested in joining a fraternity? Come meet our seven chapters and learn what fraternity life at SHU is like during the IFC Kickoff. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram to stay up to date on all our events! @shufsl @shuifc

Sponsored by: Fraternity & Sorority Life

Tuesday, September 8

2 - 4 p.m. | Beta Theta Pi Recruitment Event - Yard Games | Pioneer Village Upper Quad

Come meet the brothers of Beta Theta Pi and play some yard games at our first recruitment event of the semester!

Sponsored by: Beta Theta Pi

2 - 4 p.m. | Volunteer & Community-Based Work-Study Fair | Edgerton Atrium

Join us for the Volunteer & Community-Based Work-Study Fair! This is a great opportunity for students to connect face-to-face with local nonprofit organizations and community partners. Students can explore volunteer opportunities, learn about community-based work-study positions, discover organizations that align with their interests and career goals, gain insight into the missions and impact of local nonprofits, and build professional connections within the community. Don't miss this chance to get involved, make a difference, and gain valuable experience while supporting meaningful causes.

Sponsored by: Community Engagement

2 - 7 p.m. | Bucket Bash | Pioneer Village Upper Quad

Join us for a Bucket Golf tournament hosted by Kappa Sigma Pi Omega raising money for military heroes. Kappa Sigma's national philanthropy is dedicated to supporting veterans and active-duty service members. The event will feature an outdoor course, team competition, and a philanthropy challenge open to the entire campus community.

Sponsored by: Kappa Sigma

Wednesday, September 9

8 p.m. | Alpha Kappa Psi Shark Tank Recruitment Event | Martire Center

Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPsi), the professional business fraternity, will host a Shark Tank-themed recruitment event to introduce students to the organization through an engaging and interactive experience. Participants will work in teams to develop a business idea based on a prompt and present their concept to a panel of AKPsi members acting as sharks. Teams will receive feedback on creativity, feasibility, teamwork, and presentation skills while competing in a fun and supportive environment. The event is designed to help students strengthen communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities that are valuable in both academic and professional settings. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with current members, learn about the benefits of joining AKPsi, and gain insight into the fraternity's professional development opportunities. The overall goal is to provide a welcoming atmosphere where students can build relationships, explore leadership opportunities, and learn more about becoming involved with AKPsi.

Sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Psi

Thursday, September 10

5:15 - 8:15 p.m. | Delta Tau Delta Rush Event-Deltlympics | Pioneer Village Upper Quad

This event is a Delta Tau Delta rush event hosted by the brothers of Delt. At the event there will be yard games for both the PNMS and the brothers to enjoy. Feel free to follow us on Instagram @Shudelts.

Sponsored by: Delta Tau Delta Fraternity

Friday, September 11

4 - 6 p.m. | SAE Meet the Brothers Dodgeball | Valentine Health & Recreation Center Basketball Courts

If you're looking to get involved in fraternity or sorority life on campus, come by the the Valentine Center courts to play dodgeball with the Brothers of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Everyone interested is welcome.

Sponsored by: Sigma Alpha Epsilon

Monday, September 14

5 - 8 p.m. | Yard Games | Pioneer Village Upper Quad

Come play yard games with the brothers of Kappa Sigma!

Sponsored by: Kappa Sigma

7 p.m. - 12 a.m. | Around The World | Academic Center HC 205

Join us for a Kappa Sigma recruitment event where you can get to know the brothers!

Sponsored by: Kappa Sigma

Wednesday, September 16

8 - 10 p.m. | Delta Tau Delta Rush Event—Basketball With The Brothers | Valentine Health & Recreation Center Courts

This is a rush event hosted by Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. The main activity will be basketball with the brothers, with mixed teams of interested PNMs and brothers. Follow us on Instagram @Shudelts!

Sponsored by: Delta Tau Delta Fraternity

Thursday, September 17

4 - 6 p.m. | Beta Theta Pi Basketball | Valentine Health & Recreation Center Courts

Come play basketball in the Valentine Health & Recreation Center with the brothers of Beta Theta Pi at our second recruitment event of the semester!

Sponsored by: Beta Theta Pi

Friday, September 18

6 - 8 p.m. | SAE Meet the Brothers Around the World | Loris Forum

Stop by and meet the brothers of Sigma Alpha Epsilon for an around-the-world style recruitment event for potential new members!

Sponsored by: Sigma Alpha Epsilon

Monday, September 21

7:30 - 9:30 a.m. | Delta Tau Delta Rush Event—Interviews | Academic Center (HC 103/HC 104/HC 105/HC 106/HC 107)

Delta Tau Delta Rush event hosted by the brothers of the fraternity. The goal of this event is to get to know the individuals better by asking baseline questions. Feel free to follow @shudelts on Instagram.

Sponsored by: Delta Tau Delta Fraternity

Tuesday, September 29

10 - 11 p.m. | Anti-Hazing Week: Bingo with FSL! | Edgerton Center

Join us for Bingo with FSL. Test your knowledge of anti-hazing topics through trivia-style bingo and compete for exciting prizes.

Sponsored by: Fraternity & Sorority Life

Wednesday, September 30

6 - 7 p.m. | Anti-Hazing Week: Guest Speaker! | Edgerton Center

Join us at the Edgerton Theatre for an educational session with guest speaker Travis Apgar focused on raising awareness about hazing and promoting a campus culture built on safety, dignity, and mutual respect.

Sponsored by: Fraternity & Sorority Life

Thursday, October 1

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Anti-Hazing Week: Let's Taco Bout It! | Pioneer Village

Head to the Pioneer Village Upper Quad to close out Anti-Hazing Week with a taco truck and mechanical bull, celebrating a week dedicated to building a safer and more respectful Greek community at SHU. Follow us on Instagram at @shufsl.

Sponsored by: Fraternity & Sorority Life

Friday, October 2

11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Anti-Hazing Week: Donut Haze! | Academic Center Tables

Stop by to grab a free donut and learn how you can support a campus community that chooses respect over hazing.

Sponsored by: Fraternity & Sorority Life