Greek Life at Vanderbilt is more than just a social community. It's a tradition that dates back before the institution's founding. At that time, the University of Nashville hosted Delta Kappa Epsilon and Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. Following the establishment of Vanderbilt University in 1873, seven more fraternities joined the community, and sororities were opened at the turn of the century. The first NPHC organizations were established in the 1970s.

Today, Vanderbilt University is home to 20 national fraternities and 16 national sororities, representing chapters from the North-American Interfraternity Conference, National Panhellenic Conference, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. and the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations. Our chapters strive to create a home away from home for their members, as well as an academic and social support network for their college years. A professional staff assists Greek students and chapter leaders in all areas of operations including educational programming, academic support, community service and outreach, and housing issues.

The Hazing Hotline has been set up as a way for individuals to anonymously report acts of hazing on the Vanderbilt University campus.  All calls to the Hazing Hotline will be handled in a confidential manner.  We thank all those willing to join the fight to stop hazing in our community by reporting any acts of hazing that they may be aware of on our campus. The Hazing Hotline phone number is 615/343-STOP (7867).