Frat Parties Uncovered

Some may say that the rules prohibiting those under the age of 21 from drinking are draconian but one way that American students seem to overcome this is by joining organizations known as fraternities. There is a process known as rushing where prospective members shop around for a frat to join and during this process would be expected to pledge in order to show their commitment to their "brothers". Frats own their own property and many are housed in some of the nicest buildings I've come across any University campus (some even have their own chefs). Fraternities rely on income generated by membership fees and alumni donations and are regulated by the University.


Mary and I went to a frat party this week and it seemed to live up to all the hype. For those familiar with the Oxford Union imagine President's Drinks with more alcohol, more music, no suits/dinner jackets and beer pong. We met a lot of friendly people and a particular shout out should go out to Alex Bores, Danny Blackman and Leah Salgoda amongst many others for being amazing fun. A mention also goes out to all the revelers who were fascinated by our British accents. Oddly enough I met an American student who used to live in the part of East London that I grew up in. What a small world. Despite the negative press that frat parties have Mary and I had a great time. The people were really friendly and down to earth so the frat system certainly gets a thumb ups from us.