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"Proud to be" is a saying that members of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity (more commonly known as just Phi Delts) use when we are among other Phis. Our purpose in doing this is to recognize how being associated with Phi Delt has furthered us as individuals, improved our organization, and strengthened our communities. To the best of my knowledge, this tradition is unique to Phi Delt in comparison to other Greek organizations and makes us stand out. Perhaps this is why our fraternity has been able to flourish during the years, spanning all fifty states plus Canada and boasting over 244,000 living brothers. I am one of those 244,000 brothers who are proud to be, and here are some of the reasons why.
Every social Fraternity and Sorority has its own unique traditions, principles, and rituals. Phi Delta Theta's three cardinal principles of Friendship, Sound Learning, and Moral Rectitude really resonate with me. These three values are applicable to all walks of life and are relevant beyond the college years. These make up what our organization stands for, and has helped our members become the greatest version of themselves since our founding in 1848. Perhaps it was these very principles that drew great men such as Neil Armstrong, Lou Gehrig, Burt Reynolds and President Benjamin Harrison to the ranks of Phi Delta Theta. Or, perhaps it was the men who have and continue to make Phi Delta Theta such a strong organization. One thing is for certain, I am more than proud to wear the same letters as men who have changed the course of history.
As Phi Delts we encourage each other to branch out into other organizations and apply tools we learn from our fraternity such as; leadership, work ethic, and social skills. As a result of this we have senior leaders in the Student Government Association, Student Representation Board, Student Court, Resident Life, Touch and Go Productions, ERAU Athletics, ERAU Ice Hockey, and many other organizations. This level of involvement allows Phi Delt to give back to our school, community, and fellow students. Perhaps it is this "branch out mentality" that has led to the employment of so many brothers to such prestigious careers as P-51 Airshow pilots, Boeing Systems Managers, and Navy Fighter Pilots.
History, connections, colors and even ritual are important to all Greeks. However, when you peel everything else away from any fraternal organization, you find that these things are not what are most important to the average Greek. What we find to be the ultimate benefit is the relationships we form with our fellow brothers or sisters. These relationships can only be found in fraternal environments, allowing them to transcend generations, social differences and distance. For every sorority and fraternity, the focus has always been the members who have worked to make that organization what it is today. It is always the people, rather than just the letters, that grow and further the organization. If you take away anything from this article, please let it be that joining any Greek organization is about the people you are joining. Take the time to learn which organization is right for you and it will greatly enhance the Greek experience.
When I rushed the fall semester of my freshman year I made it a point to talk to all of the fraternities and give everyone a fair try before I made my decision. I chose Phi Delt because of the brotherhood in which I saw between the members and when I talked to the brothers, they were equally interested in talking to me. Ultimately, it was the willingness to stand up for one another and the organization that united them that drew me to the boys in blue. Since pledging Phi Delt I have grown tremendously as an individual; gaining confidence, learning leadership skills, and making lifelong friends in brothers whom I may never even met outside of Greek life.
College is the place where the person you are meets the person you are going to be. Even if you decide that Greek life isn't for you, I hope you take every opportunity that you can to grow during your college experience, whether that be in internships, extracurricular clubs, or sports teams. Most people only have one college experience, will yours be memorable?  If you too want to gain lifelong friends, better yourself as a person, make memories that will last a life time, be a part of an organization that is bigger than yourself and that you can be proud of, than Phi Delt may be the place for you. If you are curious about learning more about Phi Delta Theta's Florida Mu chapter, please contact us through here or just ask a brother.
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