Do sororities have the permission to throw parties?

Hey, I'm considering joining a sorority when I go to college and I was wondering if sororities are allowed to host their own parties, or are parties mainly a fraternity thing? I'd like to get a true sense of what sorority life is like before I make a decision.

The ability for sororities to host parties often depends on the specific rules and guidelines of each college and each sorority's national organization.

In many colleges across the United States, sororities are often regulated by rules imposed by their national organizations, which commonly do not permit sororities to host parties in their houses. This is largely due to safety and liability concerns. Therefore, parties tend to be more of a fraternity thing because fraternities don't have the same restrictions.

However, that does not mean that sororities do not participate in social events. Sorority members often attend, organize, and co-host social events in other venues, like at fraternity houses or event spaces. So even though most sororities may not host parties in their own houses, they oftentimes partner with fraternities or other organizations for joint events.

On the other hand, there's also a lot more to sorority life than social events. Sororities often focus heavily on philanthropy, community service, academic achievement, leadership development, and the creation of tight-knit communities. These elements provide an enriching social experience beyond parties and can offer rewarding opportunities for personal growth and connection.

You might want to contact the Greek life office or Panhellenic Council at the college you'll be attending to get accurate, school-specific information regarding policies and expectations. My suggestion would be to attend some campus activities or recruitment events to get a better sense of what sorority life entails at your particular institution.