Greek life at Stevens isn’t just about social events and lifelong friendships—it’s also a community that gives back in countless ways. This November, sororities and fraternities across campus are putting their passion into action through various service initiatives, from supporting mental health to keeping our campus clean. Here’s a look at how Greek organizations are making a difference this month:
Alpha Phi Omega (APO), a gender-inclusive service fraternity, known for its dedication to community service, runs a weekly campus and Hoboken trash cleanup, helping maintain a cleaner and more sustainable environment. This commitment continues even beyond their current National Service Week, during which they host unique events like the Donation Trivia Night and Kindness Rocks, which are some of the biggest events during their Kindness Week. APO also organizes Project Linus Blanket Making, where members create cozy blankets by tying two pieces of fabric with fringed edges and donating these to children in need. This meaningful work is the primary reason many members join APO.
Sigma Phi Epsilon (SigEp) makes a difference academically by hosting review sessions for challenging courses—personally, their differential equations reviews have been a lifesaver! SigEp’s biggest fundraising efforts take place in October and November, with events supporting breast cancer research and men’s mental health awareness for “Movember.” From small-scale events like pie-ing a brother to large-scale fundraisers, including an upcoming Mini Golf Event where their house transforms into a 10-hole golf course, SigEp brings the campus together through community-oriented activities that make a real impact.
Delta Phi Epsilon (DPhiE), in partnership with Beta Theta Pi (Beta), is running a Food Drive from November 5 to November 23. Donation boxes outside their respective houses are collecting non-perishable items to be donated to the Hoboken Homeless Shelter, supporting the local community during the holiday season and making a difference for those in need.
Sigma Delta Tau (SigDelt) actively supports mental health initiatives, especially around suicide prevention. Every year, SigDelt participates in the Out of the Darkness Walk, raising awareness and funds for suicide prevention efforts. They also post mental health resources and foster a community of support among their members. One of their most popular events, the French Fry Fundraiser, is a crowd-pleaser, with proceeds going to charities focused on mental health causes.
Alpha Phi (APhi) focuses its philanthropy on heart health, specifically raising awareness and funds for women’s heart health research. Since most heart research has been conducted on men, APhi aims to address the gap by raising funds and educating the public. Their events often have a heart theme, from their Red Dress Gala, where donations are collected with support from major brands like Sephora, to Mr. Heartthrob, a lighthearted competition where fraternity brothers compete to win the title of Mr. Heartthrob, all in the name of raising money for women’s heart health.
Each of these initiatives demonstrates that Greek life at Stevens goes beyond traditional expectations. By tackling local issues, supporting each other academically and emotionally, and raising funds for impactful causes, the Greek community truly embodies what it means to give back. From the uplifting messages of APO’s Kindness Rocks to SigEp’s academic support and SigDelt’s focus on mental health, Stevens Greeks are showing that they care deeply about the world around them.
