Greek Life at Shenandoah covers a unique array of organizations, from those dedicated to service and philanthropy to ones with a professional focus in disciplines ranging from the performing arts to the health professions.
These groups provide students with opportunities for growth, leadership development, advocacy, and engagement in the communities surrounding Shenandoah as well as the state and the nation.
Greek Life Standards
Shenandoah University holds Greek Life organizations to high standards. The university requires the following:
- A 2.5 minimum GPA to participate (some organizations have additional higher GPA requirements to participate).
- All official organization events have to be registered and approved by the Office of Student Leadership & Engagement.
- All organizations must adhere to the Fraternity & Sorority Life Guidebook and its associated policies.
- Shenandoah University does not recognize or provide specific housing for fraternities and sororities on-campus or off-campus.
- All organizations must go through an annual hazing prevention education program.
- All new member events and education must be shared and approved by the Office of Student Leadership & Engagement.
- All new members go through a New Member Orientation that includes alcohol and hazing prevention training.
Alpha Gamma Delta
Alpha Gamma Delta is an international women’s organization committed to providing opportunities for personal development, service to others and a space for members to forge their own paths—all through a lifelong spirit of sisterhood. Alpha Gamma Delta challenges members to lead lives of significance that positively impact their communities.
Alpha Gamma Delta’s vision is “Inspire the Woman. Inspire the World.” In living up to this, it focuses on two main philanthropic components: service and fundraising.
Alpha Gamma Delta’s primary philanthropic focus is fighting hunger. One in eight Americans struggle with hunger. Hunger affects every race, age and community. By partnering nationally with Feeding America and Meals on Wheels along with other local organizations, Alpha Gamma Delta is able to make an impact on communities.
alphagam@su.edu | @su_alphagam
Sigma Nu
Sigma Nu, which was founded in 1869 at the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Virginia, was originally established in direct opposition to hazing. Built on the principles of love, honor, and truth, Sigma Nu’s mission is to develop ethical leaders by fostering the growth of each member’s mind, heart and character while promoting lifelong bonds of brotherhood.
In 2004, Sigma Nu established the Helping Hand Initiative, a call to action for collegiate and alumni members to get involved in community service and philanthropy within their local communities.
Professional & Academic Greek Life Organizations
Shenandoah University has had professional Greek Life organizations for decades.
The purpose is to stimulate interest in theatre at Shenandoah University and to secure for Shenandoah University all of the advantages provided by a National Honorary Dramatic Society.
Location: Winchester
Social Media: @shenandoahapo
Email: alphapsiomega.shenandoah@gmail.com
Primary Population: Undergraduate & Graduate
PDC is a professional pharmacy fraternity dedicated to service, leadership development, and brotherhood.
Location: Health Professions Building
Social Media: @phideltachi_betapi
Email: pls.bjdsop@gmail.com
Primary Population: Graduate
Pharmacy Leadership Society
Location: Health Professions Building
Social Media: @pls_betaphi
Primary Population: Graduate
The object of Phi Mu Alpha shall be for the development of the best and truest fraternal spirit, the mutual welfare and brotherhood of musical students, the advancement of music in America, and a loyalty to the alma mater.
Location: Winchester
Social Media: @pmanupsi
Email: pmanupsi@gmail.com
Primary Population: Undergraduate
To promote unity within the dance department, promote interest in dance and to serve the community.
Location: Winchester
Social Media: @sigmarhodeltasu
Email: sigmarhodeltasu@gmail.com
Primary Population: Undergraduate
For more information
Brooke Moses, Associate Director of Student Leadership
brooke.moses@su.edu | 540-665-5457