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Show The Greek WorldTHE Greeks have prospered at Utah during 1913-14. Not only has the growth in numbers and in national importance been great, but better still that indefinable "fraternity spirit" has at last come into its own. No longer do we find one faction warring with another, vindictive epithets being applied, nor that exclusive clanish-ness existing which forms such a powerful weapon in the hands of anti-fraternity agitators. Cemented together by two strong Pan-Hellenic organizations, the fraternities and sororities at Utah appear to be at last securely entrenched.The year's history is made up a number of stirring episodes. The first occurred on October 25, when the local Alpha Pi organization was installed as Gamma Beta chapter of Beta Theta Pi. This was a signal victory, not only for the men directly concerned, but for Utah in general. It was the culmination of a fight lasting almost ten years, and in breaking down the prejudices of the big national, paved the way for further advancement.This was not long in coming. On February 28th the glad news spread through the University that the Thetas had secured a charter in Chi Omega. They were installed on this date as the Xi Alpha Chapter, and for the first time Utah stepped up into the ranks of the leading co-educational institutions of the country; her women united in fraternal bonds with sister institutions east and west.Nor was progress in the Greek world confined to older organizations. Two new fraternities have sprang into existence. On December 12th Delta Theta was organized as a law fraternity, while Phi Alpha Epsilon announced its charter members on February 26th. The latter is a social frat and already signs are apparent that the infant organization is destined for a successful career.As has been stated, the best of feeling prevails among the several groups. One big Pan-Hellenic dance was staged on the campus February 11th. Next year we may look for more. The fraternal organizations are doing more for Utah than is generally believed; and 1913-14 has been the banner year to date.^^^^Installation Banquet of Alpha Pi as Gamma Beta Chapter of Beta Theta Pi Mt74 |