Greeks helping Greeks.

That is the theory behind an academic consulting program established by the Interfraternity and Panhellenic councils to run this semester.

"We identified that there should be a strong academic support system," said Joe Henwood, IFC chapter programs chairman and program founder.

The program focuses on making students aware of academic assistance services available through the University.

Students compiled a packet of all advising and tutorial services at the University. The packet includes computer lab and library hours and explains how to use the computers.

"Part of the problem is just making people aware of what's available," said Henwood (junior-business logistics).

Consulting is another aspect of the program.

One person from each fraternity and sorority was nominated to be a peer tutor, said Lisanne Farach, Panhel chapter programs chairwoman. Applications were submitted at the end of Spring Semester 1992.

Applicants had to have a 2.8 grade point average and were interviewed by the program directors, Henwood said, adding that fourth- and fifth-semester students were preferred.

"We wanted people who could stick around the next year (to help the new consultants)," he said. "We looked for leadership, study skills and any prior experience. It was hard to pick."

Sixteen students were chosen to be academic consultants for a trial period.

"We're here for academics," Henwood said. "We should be able to help each other."