First published in 1879, this definitive guide to college fraternities in the United States has been updated and revised over more than a century to reflect the changing demographics and cultures of higher education. From history and membership statistics to social customs and rituals, Baird's Manual offers a comprehensive look at this enduring institution of American campus life. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.