The very first fraternity, Phi Beta Kappa was founded in 1776, and was kept a "secret". In 1831 they disclosed their secrets and bylaws. Today, some fraternities keep their traditions and constitutions secret, and some publish them.
When did fraternities become a thing?
Traditions. The very first fraternity, Phi Beta Kappa was founded in 1776, and was kept a "secret". In 1831 they disclosed their secrets and bylaws. Today, some fraternities keep their traditions and constitutions secret, and some publish them.
How long have fraternities been around?
The very first Greek-letter society was formed in 1775 and influenced what are considered the first modern college fraternities that popped up in the early 19th century. These first fraternities established the model for the fraternities that came after and they are still active nearly 200 years later.
