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NIU trustees hear progress report on Greek-life revitalization; center land secured and membership rising
Summary
University officials presented a multi-year revitalization of fraternity and sorority life: staff increases, return of Order of Omega, land secured for a Center for Greek Life and membership growth to about 900 students were highlighted.
University leaders briefed the Board of Trustees on efforts to revitalize fraternity and sorority life at Northern Illinois University, reporting staff growth, rising membership and early fundraising for a planned Center for Greek Life.
Vicki Jerentes, director of fraternity and sorority life, said her new, three‑person office is coaching chapters and that most groups are “in the striving category” after a multi‑year revitalization process. She reported 882 students involved in fall 2024 and said the total had reached about 900 students during the spring…
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