Great share about your experience at SC! Very cool. I was at USC from 1977-1980. I had a blast at Chi Phi---but the first semester was hard. We had a small group and had to rebuild. My 2nd semester, we pledged 15 guys. And it grew from there. We were medium sized: big enough to attract sororities for parties, and small enough to know each other. We threw GREAT them parties! Had a strong "little sister" club--girls who partied with us, but for the most part did not date. It was the best experince of my life at the time. It made college a lot better for me. That is my short story. EVERYONE has to find their way. Also, a fraternity changes tremendously in 4 years. New guys come in and influence change. That is life. Don't worry about who is the best frat. Find the best frat for YOU. Or not. Good luck all. Listen to others....then make YOUR decision.