Find Your Pack with a Panhellenic Sorority
Joining a Panhellenic (PHC) sorority at the University of Nevada, Reno is an opportunity to form deep connections, enhance leadership skills, and become a part of a supportive community of women committed to academics, service/philanthropy, and leadership. Whether you're new to the Wolf Pack, or looking to get involved, Panhellenic recruitment is a pathway to finding a chapter that feels like home.
Panhellenic Sororities
The Panhellenic community is comprised of six National Panhellenic Conference sororities. Each chapter brings unique opportunities for leadership development, community building, networking, and sisterhood bonding. Learn more about each chapter by visiting each of their Instagram pages.
- ΑΟΠ: Alpha Omicron Pi
- ΔΔΔ: Delta Delta Delta
- ΔΓ: Delta Gamma
- ΚΑΘ: Kappa Alpha Theta
- ΠΒΦ: Pi Beta Phi
- ΣΚ: Sigma Kappa
Why join a Panhellenic Sorority?
Students choose Panhellenic sororities for many reasons, including:
- Sisterhood and belonging - a supportive community of women who empower each other.
- Leadership opportunities - chapter officer roles, committees, and campus leadership.
- Academic support - study hours, mentorship, and tips/tricks to help you succeed.
- Service and philanthropy - give back to the Reno, Sparks and Tahoe community in meaningful ways.
- Traditions and pride - be a part of a long-standing community that contributes to the Wolf Pack way.
Recruitment schedule
Panhellenic Primary Recruitment for Fall occurs August 28-September 5, 2026.
- August 28: Potential New Member Orientation
- August 29-30: Sisterhood rounds
- August 31: Social hour
- September 1-2: Philanthropy rounds
- September 3: Social hour
- September 4: Preference round
- September 5: Bid day
Understanding the Panhellenic Recruitment Process
The process for joining a Panhellenic sorority differs depending on which semester you plan to join. Whether you're wanting to join in the fall or spring semester, the information below will help guide you through the recruitment process.
Spring Recruitment is an exciting opportunity for women to find home in one of our six Panhellenic sororities. Spring Recruitment is often referred to as "COB", standing for Continuous Open Bidding. The COB process is a chance for organizations to invite women to join. It is known to be less formal compared to the fall semester's primary recruitment process. During COB, the sororities will host events like coffee dates, house tours, roller skating, bowling or other various activities. Events will be held on different days and times, and any woman can go to any organization's events if she is interested in membership. We always recommend talking to as many organizations as you are able, so you can find home in the chapter that best suits you!
Participation in recruitment events does not guarantee a prospective member an invitation to join, nor does it obligate her to join. Please know, not all six chapters may be holding a COB recruitment and may not be extending invitation for membership during the spring semester. But, we still encourage you to attend any events you can for an opportunity to join the Panhellenic community.
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Check which chapters are participating in COB: Contact Panhellenic's Vice President of Recruitment Operations or visit the Instagramto see which sororities are eligible and choosing to participate in COB.
- Express your interest: Fill out any COB interest forms provided by Panhellenic or the chapters.
- Attend informal chapter events: Go to events such as coffee chats, game nights, house tours, and info sessions to learn more about the chapters in a relax and less structured environment.
- Ask questions and explore your fit: Take the time to ask about the things that matter to you, such as values, academics, time commitments, financial expectation, and new member education.
- Accept your bid: If you received a bid to join the organization, decide whether to accept it or decline it.
- Begin the New Member Education Process: Attend new member meetings, learn about the chapter's history, traditions, expectations, sisterhood and prepare for initiation.
For more in-depth information, please visit the Panhellenic website.
What to expect during recruitment
Recruitment is designed to be engaging, welcoming, and low pressure.
- Cost: Panhellenic recruitment is $25 (only in the fall semester).
- Dress: Panhellenic recruitment encourages you to dress in a way that makes you feel comfortable and confident. Each round becomes slightly more polished, but personal style is always welcome. Be yourself!
- Time commitment: Participated in as many events as you can to explore your options.
- Who can join: First-year freshmen, transfers, and continuing students are all welcome.
8 questions to ask chapters
- What are your chapter's values?
- What are the benefits of joining your chapter?
- What does sisterhood look like within the chapter?
- What is the time commitment for your chapter?
- What are the financial expectations (dues, fees, housing)?
- How does your chapter support academics?
- What leadership opportunities exist in your chapter?
- How can I still be involved with your chapter after I graduate?
Stay connected
For questions about Panhellenic Recruitment, connect with us:
- Panhellenic Vice President of Recruitment Operations: Jules Neri, recruitment@renopanhellenic.org
- Instagram: @RenoPanhellenic
- Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life
- Located on the 2nd floor of the Joe Crowley Student Union
- Email: greek@unr.edu
- Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.