When someone says “I'm in a fraternity,” the initial thought is probably along the lines of “So you can drink?” or “All frat guys are jerks.” The entertainment industry has characterized Greek life in a stereotypical way that wrongfully depicts what really happens behind chapter doors. There are a multitude of social media accounts (i.e. Barstool, Fifth Year, Old Row) that perpetuate the stigma of the “frat life” on college campuses, further distorting the correct view of what a fraternity stands for. Family members who were in fraternities even reminisce about the crazy events that happened to them and fail to highlight the post-graduate benefits that helped them succeed. IFC at Florida State has helped pivot away from the theatrical idea of what it means to join a fraternity towards amplifying the reality of fraternity life today. Throughout the years, we have worked against these false assumptions by better addressing our core values and creating a safe atmosphere for new members. Below, you'll find some of the most common ones we hear still, and our thoughts on the real information behind them. Scroll down and click on each myth/rumor to flip the card and learn about the truth within our fraternities and membership experience.