Greek letter organizations were originally founded to further scholastic achievement and opportunities for all members. This tradition holds true at the University of California , Berkeley . The Greek community helps provide a smooth transition from high school to university life. Individual chapters have developed their own scholarship programs to help foster as well as reward academic success. Many chapters employ study periods, test aids, professor dinners, test files, tutoring/mentoring, and pairing up of members to study together. In addition, the Interfraternity, Panhellenic and National Pan-Hellenic Councils sponsor programs including scholarship desserts and study nights.