Editors Note: Emma Weik is a member of Alpha Delta Pi.
Last week you could feel the energy and enthusiasm filling the air as the fraternities and sororities geared up for a week packed with events, competition, and camaraderie. The reason: it was Greek Week.
Sunday, March 30, was supposed to be a rewarding day of community service as students came together for a Campus Clean-Up event. This initiative is part of Greek Week and aims to enhance the beauty of Wittenberg while promoting environmental responsibility among Greek organizations and the larger student body. But sadly, it was canceled due to bad weather.
The rain also dampened Greek Week's yard games, which had to be moved inside Shouvlin Center. This arrangement allowed everyone to stay dry while enjoying friendly competition and fun. Among the games, there was an exciting cornhole competition that brought people together to showcase their skills. Participants and spectators enjoyed the lively atmosphere, filled with laughter and bonding. It was an excellent opportunity for everyone to socialize and engage in lighthearted rivalry despite the weather outside. The event was a tremendous success, blending community spirit with enjoyable activities.
On Tuesday, April 1, students kicked off a can drive. The idea behind the collection: to encourage everyone to contribute non-perishable food items that will be donated to local food banks, helping those in need and fostering a spirit of generosity on campus.
"I think Greek Week is a great opportunity to get fraternities and sororities together," said Julie Hall, vice president of Panhellenic Relations at Wittenberg.
Other activities included a volleyball tournament on Wednesday, April 2, and an Animal Print Kahoot Trivia Night on Thursday, April 3. There, teams tackled fun trivia questions on nature and pop culture, cheering each other on with every correct answer.
On Friday, April 4, a major showdown occurred in The Chiller with an exciting broomball match. Broomball is a fun, fast-paced ice sport similar to hockey but played with a ball instead of a puck. Players use broom-like sticks to maneuver the ball and score goals, typically on an ice rink. The game can be played casually or competitively and is popular in recreational leagues.
In broomball, players wear shoes with rubber soles for better traction on the ice (as opposed to ice skates), which adds a unique challenge to the game. The rules can vary, but generally, the objective is to score the most goals by getting the ball into the opposing team's net while following safety regulations to keep everyone safe and enjoying the game. It’s a great way to have fun, stay active, and enjoy friendly competition.
It's not just about the competition, though – it's also an opportunity to meet new people, collaborate, and strengthen bonds, which is why it was chosen as the final activity of the week. Greek Week allows the campus to team up, celebrate our different organizations, and show what being part of the Greek community means.
The connections between Greek chapters are important to members. "I've been able to make so many great friends, not only in my organization but many others as well," said Ben Woxman, president of Delta Sigma Phi. "Being able to network and create amazing connections with our alumni has also been extremely beneficial."
