Greek life is a cornerstone of many college experiences, offering students the opportunity to build lifelong friendships, contribute to charitable causes, and create cherished memories. At Underground Printing we understand the importance of visually representing your fraternity or sorority, that’s how we started this business! We value collegiate apparel, and that is at the core of what we represent. Here, we present the top 10 Greek life designs that are perfect for events like recruitment or bid day, philanthropy events, formals and socials, retreats, and more!
If you’re not sure where to start on finding the perfect item to put your design on, don’t worry, because we have a blog for it! This blog, Fan Favorite Greek Styles Everyone Will Love, includes many different styles of t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, hoodies, and many more, that are loved by all, and will be amazing for your Greek group! This blog also includes accessories that would as great party favors and gifts that are great for everyone!
Recruitment
Rush week, or recruitment week, is a period where potential new members visit various fraternities or sororities to learn more about the organization. It typically includes having open houses, meet-and-greets, and themed parties. The new members participate in interviews and get to know current members to see if they fit in with the existing groups! Bid day is at the end of rush week, and it is when the new members find out what house they have been invited to. That day is marked with celebrations, like welcoming ceremonies, parties, and various bonding activities.
The designs that have been created for these specific Greek Life events include more basic designs, with the sorority or fraternity name and something relating to the houses’ theme. These are great designs to add to shirts that existing members wear for these events, and also given as gifts to all the new members that have joined that bid day. We’ve included basic designs, as well as a few themed designs, like a Western theme, The Master’s theme, and an ancient Greece theme design. All of these designs can be tweaked to your sorority or fraternity or the theme of your house, and can also be used as inspiration for anything you would want to create!
Philanthropy Event
Philanthropy is at the heart of Greek Life, and are events aimed at raising funds and awareness for various causes. These events include a variety of different events, like charity runs, bake sales, talent shows, auctions, and community service events. Typically, each Greek house has its own charity or cause that they are in support of. Philanthropy events promote social responsibility and community engagement. They also allow members to give back to their community, build teamwork skills, and enhance the organization’s reputation both on and off of campus.
These designs should be fun and eye-catching, to make outsiders want to ask about the charity and event, and should also relate to either the cause, the event, or both. Some of the included designs are simple and to the point, very easy to understand and also print onto any apparel or promotional item you want. We have also included a few more intricate designs, like retro pizza and milkshake ads, that tie in the Greek house, as well as include what cause the event is supporting. All of these designs have bright colors, fun scripts, and have an overarching theme to them that relates to the event and what
charity is involved. Fundraising is a great reason to make custom apparel for your fraternity or sorority!
Formals/ Socials
Formals and socials are the glamorous and fun-filled events of Greek life. They provide opportunities for members to dress up, celebrate achievements, and enjoy memorable nights with friends. Formals are similar to proms in high school and are semi-annual or annual events. The members get dressed up for a night of dinner, dancing, and socializing with other members and fraternities or sororities. Socials are less formal gatherings and include mixers with other Greek organizations, themed parties, and casual get-togethers. They promote interaction and friendships through members to broaden the Greek community.
The designs for these events are a little more high-class and have a big theme for the whole night and in the design. A few of these design highlights include a “Las Vegas” night, complete with a disco ball and neon lights, more formal dances with floor-length gowns or masquerade masks, and retro designs including vinyls and disco balls. These designs would be great to include on something like a glass to be used at dinner, on shirts as marketing before the event, or put on flyers to spread the word beforehand.
Retreat
Retreats are organized trips or getaways for members of a fraternity or sorority. These can be held at cabins, campsites, or resorts and typically involve team-building activities, workshops, and discussions. They allow members a chance to bond in a more intimate setting, away from campus life. Creating custom apparel for a trip like this would further increase bonding among members, strengthen their unity, and give them a chance to make it a themed event!
Designs for retreats are very woodsy and outdoorsy. These trips are typically in the outdoors and in a cabin of sorts, so having a design that matches that vibe is ideal. Some of these designs include wilderness themes, mountainy ideas, and camping tropes. Having members spending time in the outdoors allows them to bond more without the distraction of school and campus life in the way, and allow them to connect with one another. For fraternities and sororities in warmer parts of the U.S., there are a few beach-themed designs included, and have things like palm trees, sand, surfing, and pools. These retreats also enforce the ideas of bonding and connecting, but also include being able to relax on the beach and enjoy the nice weather!
Generic/ Letters
More generic designs, like using your Greek letters, are timeless and necessary for any Greek organization! Having a basic design to use on all different areas of clothing, decor in the house, and social media branding is essential for all groups to keep consistency among the group. These are ideal designs for everyday wear on apparel, can be put on stickers to be passed out to the whole group, and can be used for any online presence as well. Having a basic, non-event-orientated design, is essential for all Greek life and can be used for inclusivity and camaraderie for all members.
The designs that have been created consist of a variety of fonts, color combinations, and overall vibes that can be used by any sorority or fraternity. Some of the fonts include bubble letters, that are bold and colorful and can be used to fit in with many themes. There are a few retro designs included, using groovy fonts, color combinations that scream 80s, and fit for both fraternities and sororities! Other designs included are neon sign-themed, which have a vibrant glow that makes it look like they are a real sign, and a foil balloon-looking font, which is a little fun and different, and very aesthetic for all Greek organizations.
These Top 10 Greek Life Designs not only enhance the visual identity of your fraternity or sorority but also celebrate the values and traditions that make Greek life special. These designs are for all kinds of events that happen within Greek life and are meant to bring the members closer together, create community within the group, and help make lasting memories. Creating custom apparel for your sorority and fraternity is a great thing to do, and it's what Underground Printing does best!
Want to create some Greek designs for you and your group, but not sure where to start? We’re here to help! At Underground Printing, we’re not happy until you’re happy and our teams are ready to help you create the perfect custom gear. Feel free to reach out in person at one of our locations or via email at help@undergroundshirts.com. We can’t wait to see what great designs your Greek organization makes!