Why is Alpha Gamma Delta called a fraternity?
The Greek source word for fraternity means either brother or sisters. Sorority, on the other hand, is a Latin word and has no connotation with the Greek. When Alpha Gamma Delta was founded, it was incorporated in the State of New York as Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity, which is its official name. Dr. Coddington, a professor of philosophy on the faculty of Syracuse University, understood the meaning and implication of the word fraternity and used it knowingly to advise our Founders. Alpha Gamma Delta is a member of the National Panhellenic Conference and the word Panhellenic means all Greek.

Why should I join? I don't need to buy friends.
Joining a fraternity isn't about buying friends, it's about finding an organized group of like-minded individuals who believe that the 5 main aspects of Alpha Gamma Delta: Philanthropy, Social, Sisterhood, Scholarship and Leadership, are worthwhile pursuits during our university years.

Joining AGD allows members to hold offices, volunteer for worthwhile causes, meet new friends - male and female - whom you wouldn't otherwise have the opportunity to get to know because of differing course/career paths, meet potential life-long friends, have a more meaningful university experience, and be more involved with your school and community.

How much does it cost to join?
Joining a fraternity is comparable in cost to joining a sports team - you have to pay to play!

Where do my dues go?
When you initially join AGD a large portion of your dues will go directly to our international organization for your registration, the purchase of your badge, your life-time subscription to The Quarterly Magazine, and to support programs, grants and scholarships provided by the organization. In subsequent years, your dues will be used to run your chapter! Each chapter is like a small business and each office within it requires budgets for supplies, mailing, and special events like formals, sisterhood events and exchanges.

How much time will joining AGD require?
Joining AGD comes with certain expected attendance requirements; there are weekly chapter meetings throughout the school year, some events have mandatory attendance, and other events such as exchanges have a 50% rule. You will find that being a member of AGD is, at the very least, a one evening a week commitment. Many members are much more involved than just attending mandatory once a week meetings, and those members are the ones who gain the most out of the experience - develop more lasting friendships, meet more people, become more involved in philanthropic opportunities and hold executive offices.

Are there scholarship opportunities?
Yes. Our international organization provides a large number of scholarships every year to fraternity members who excel academically. Information regarding applying is distributed each year by your chapter Vice President of Scholarship.