In this new daily feature, we bring you the hottest weekend parties from across the USA. Don't you wish you had been there? I do...

Everyone loves the West Coast. There’s no point in denying this fact, so don’t bother trying. (This goes double for those on the East Coast, by the way.)

The reason for our collective infatuation with the western part of the United States is simple:

1. Arnold Schwarzenegger is governor of California.
2. Hollywood is infinitely better than Wall Street.
3. It stays warm all year ‘round.
4. Plenty of beaches with people wearing bikinis.

Given these four simple facts, it’s no surprise that the parties hosted by sororities and fraternities in the West are awesome.

Take this one for example: a recent Santa Clara Pike (Pi Kappa Alpha) Pledge Party.

The Index:
1. A Sea of Bros – All of them asking themselves: “Dude, where are the chicks?”
2. 21 to Drink, 18 to Party – Campus Safety keeps everything nice and legal.
3. Caged DJs – DJs help everyone have a good time. They are not, however, allowed to have fun themselves.
4. The Sisters – The Golden Rule of Greek Life: If a fraternity hosts, sororities must attend (and vice versa).
5. Red Cups Are a Must – BYORC: Bring Your Own Red Cup
6. Matching Shirts Are NOT Welcome – After a few drinks, Pike bros will fail to tell people wearing matching clothing apart. Please think of the poor, confused Bros.
7. Thou Shall Not Covet Thy Bro – Notice the guy on the left. He looks envious, and that’s a no-no.
8. Super Soakers – Tip: Spray others before they spray you.
9. Stay Cool – It’s a frat bro’s duty to keep everyone from overheating.
10. Gladiator In The Ring – Where the ring came from no one knows…
11. A Second Too Late – Sorry.
12. Another Second Too Late – Sorry again.
13. White T-Shirts – Water + Clothes = ???

14. An Intimate Gathering With Friends