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Fraternity Fraternit Sorority Life Elevate Your CSU Experience
Welcome to Colorado State University! We have developed this guide to give interested students an overview of the fraternities and sororities on campus. With more than 40 fraternity and sorority chapters that vary in interest and membership, we believe a well-rounded involvement experience is waiting for you!
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For additional information, visit our website fsl. colostate.edu or come by our office in the Lory Student Center, Room 142.
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Table of Contents Benefits of Joining
Membership Expectations
Facts About Fraternities and Sororities
Interest-Specific Chapters
Fraternities and Sororities at CSU
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Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
Panhellenic Association (PHA)
Community Voices
How to Join a Fraternity or Sorority
Interfraternity Council (IFC)
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Benefits of Joining There are many benefits to becoming a member of a fraternity or sorority. Each organization believes that there are four fundamental ones that drive us:
Learning and Academic Personal Growth and Support Members of fraternity and sorority Development Fraternities and sororities participate in various experiences that promote exploration of passions in life and career readiness.
Chapters reported over 50% of members being involved in at least one other student organization on campus, and 1 in 6 members reported serving in a positional leadership role on campus!
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life are more likely to maintain a higher GPA and graduate on time compared to unaffiliated students. Many fraternities and sororities offer study sessions, mentor programs, and accountability when needed. Fall 2015 Spring 2016
All Fraternity & 3.0 Sorority GPA
3.05
All Undergraduate GPA
3.0
2.9
What’s in it for you?
Giving Back
One principle fraternities and sororities were founded upon is the tenet of discussing wide-stretching social issues. Fraternities and sororities recognize the privilege and power of a collegiate education and give back to their community. This past year our community gave over $120,000 dollars to local and national organizations, and served over 50,000 hours of service to CSU and Northern Colorado.
Community of Support Nearly 2,500 students are members of fraternities and sororities at CSU, with chances to meet and connect with other affiliated students in the classroom, on the intramural fields, and across campus year round.
Joining a fraternity or sorority is joining a home away from home, an opportunity to build a small community of brothers or sisters out of CSU’s large student population.
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Membership Expectations All of our fraternities and sororities have expectations of their members to join the organization, and those expectations look different from chapter to chapter. Chapters should be able to clearly communicate expectations to you, so ask as many questions as you can!
Academics
Behavior and Conduct
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All members of fraternities and sororities are first and foremost CSU students. Each chapter highlights this expectation with minimum GPA requirements to join and remain a member in good standing. As representatives of their individual chapters and the fraternity and sorority community, members of fraternities and sororities are expected to follow organizational, community, and CSU policies and guidelines.
Time Commitment
Financial Commitment
In fraternities and sororities, the time invested in the organization is what you make of it. Weekly meetings, chapter workshops, service activities, and social events are just some of the many ways time will be spent in the organization. Chapter dues can range from $200 to over a thousand dollars, and are determined by the individual chapters. Higher dues for some organizations may be connected to organizations with a live-in requirement.
Tip: Ask the chapter(s) you’re interested in any and
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Fraternities and sororities have been a part of the United States since the country’s founding in 1776. Greek-lettered organizations were created to help students on college campuses engage in lifelong learning and get involved outside of the classroom.
Social fraternities and sororities offer opportunities that encourage valuesbased living.
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Some fraternities and sororities were created to center a specific culture, focus, or identity. We refer to these organizations as interest-specific chapters. The first sorority was founded in 1867.
African-American Greek-lettered organizations have been around since 1902. The emergence of cultural fraternities and sororities happened in 1975, centering Latino/a/x, Asian, and multicultural experiences among others.
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There are over 150 collegiate fraternity/ sorority organizations nationwide.
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Each chapter has important symbols and insignia.
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Some organizations have performance traditions like stepping and strolling.
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Fraternities and sororities have been recognized at Colorado State University for over 100 years.
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Some fraternities and sororities at CSU have facilities in which members live together, though most do not.
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There are 2,366 fraternity and sorority members at CSU, which is just over 11% of undergraduates.
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CSU has 45 chapters on campus. 26 are fraternities and 19 are sororities.
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All organizations at CSU are either regional, national, or international in scope.
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Interest-Specific Chapters Fraternities and sororities are meant to develop leaders in our community and help students along their college journey. One of the best aspects of our organizations is the fact that we connect diverse individuals that challenge us to think differently and gain new perspectives. At CSU there are a diverse array of interest-specific fraternities and sororities in which students can unite individuals with a common interest, identity, or purpose. Whatever your interests may be, there is a good chance you can find a fraternity or sorority with which you can connect. Some of our chapters are focused in a particular area of study, many within the sciences like agriculture and engineering. Several organizations explore and center identities and the value of individual and collective uniqueness. These organizations include faith/religion-based and culturally-based fraternities and sororities. If your interests aren’t represented in your exploration of our fraternities and sororities, the opportunity to develop new organizations in fraternity and sorority life at CSU may interest you. Feel free to contact any staff member in the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life for more information.
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Fraternities and Sororities at CSU 2,366 members | 45 Chapters | 4 Councils | 1 Community
Interfraternity Council (IFC) The Interfraternity Council, known as IFC, is our council with large men’s social organizations. IFC has 21 fraternities and is approximately 38% of the community.
Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) The Multicultural Greek Council, known as MGC, is the home for our culturally based fraternities and sororities. There are currently 4 fraternities and 6 sororities, and together they make up almost 6% of the community.
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) The National Pan-Hellenic Council, known as NPHC, is our council for our historically Black/African-American fraternities and sororities on campus. NPHC nationally is comprised of 5 fraternities and 4 sororities, and CSU’s currently active 2 fraternities and 1 sorority are less than 1% of the community.
Panhellenic Association (PHA) The Panhellenic Association, known as PHA, is our council for large women’s social organizations. PHA has 12 Sororities, and together they make up 56% of the community.
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Interfraternity Council The Interfraternity Council is CSU’s group of traditionally large, social fraternities. We band together to create a community of values, opportunity, academics, and brotherly love. Our aim is to create a prosperous environment for young men to grow and thrive through their collegiate experience. With 21 chapters to choose from, we believe there is a fit for you.
-The men of the Interfraternity Council
2.94
IFC GPA Spring 2016
Compared to
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All Undergraduate Men GPA Spring 2016
Interfraternity Council Chapters ΑΓΩ ΑΕΠ ΑΓΡ ΑΣΦ ΑΤΩ ΔΧ Alpha Gamma Omega
Alpha Epsilon Pi
Alpha Gamma Rho
ΚΣ NAK ΦΔ
Kappa Sigma
Nu Alpha Kappa Fraternity, Inc.
ΠΚΦ ΣΑΕ
Pi Kappa Phi
Sigma Alpha Epsilon
Alpha Sigma Pi
Alpha Tau Omega
Delta Chi
FIJI ΦΚT ΦΚ
Phi Delta Theta
Phi Gamma Delta
ΣΧ
ΣΝ
Sigma Chi
Sigma Nu
Phi Kappa Tau
ΣΠ
Sigma Pi
Phi Kappa Theta
Χ
Theta Chi
FH
FarmHouse
ΦΜΑ Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia
Triangle
IFC Interest-Specific Chapters In IFC there are seven interest-specific chapters:
ΑΓΡ
Triangle: Engineering, Architecture, and the Sciences
Alpha Gamma Rho: Agriculture Interest
ΑΕΠ
Alpha Epsilon Pi: Jewish Interest
ΦΚ
Phi Kappa Theta: Catholic Based
ΑΓΩ
Alpha Gamma Omega:
Christian Interest
ΦΜΑ
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia:
Music Interest
FH
FarmHouse: Agriculture Interest
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Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. is a non-traditional sorority full of diverse members and eager women ready to make a difference in their communities. KDChi aims to achieve professional development, academic excellence, and graduation of all its members through the values of Unity, Honesty, Integrity and Leadership. Kappa Delta Chi is an organization dedicated to community service to their local university communities.
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Multicultural Greek Council
The Multicultural Greek Council is comprised of 10 culturallybased fraternities and sororities. Every member of the MGC takes tremendous pride in their given organization, and together we are one big family. Our community embraces our cultural diversity and welcomes students from any identity. Our unique perspectives and cultures are important to every one of us and we are happy to find organizations and friends that similarly value culture. Alpha Phi Gamma Sorority, Inc.
Beta Gamma Nu
Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc.
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Our chapters center the experiences of Latino/a, Asian, and Multicultural identities and ancestries. While our organizations are culturally-based, anyone who embraces diversity is welcome to join! We accept everyone into our community who is open to learning about other cultures, and willing to work hard to promote diversity.
Delta Xi Nu Multicultural Sorority, Inc.
Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc.
CSU is a predominantly white campus, and that can impact students of color that may also be the first to go to college. MGC members can relate to that, and work to create experiences that honor our pasts, celebrate our present, and create better futures. Our organizations offer us a safe place to fully express ourselves and embrace our different identities that make us so special. MGC envisions a community that values unity through diversity, empowerment from adversity, and opportunities for all. Academic and emotional support can go a long way in helping a student overcome the challenges of college. Many students join MGC later in their college careers because they want to establish a reliable network of friends that will last for life. The bonds that we form in our organizations with our brothers and sisters last much
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longer than our time as college students. These are the people that know us best, and the people that we can truly rely on for anything at any time. Even after graduation, alumni play an important role in the prosperity of their organizations, and they are happy to help because these fraternities and sororities help every member to reach graduation. Alumni support can go a long way in helping MGC members find scholarships, jobs, even opportunities to travel. Joining MGC can open up a multitude of opportunities for students including lifelong friends, a network of motivated individuals, and opportunities for personal growth.
Pi Lambda Chi Latina Sorority, Inc.
Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc.
Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc.
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National Pan-Hellenic Council The National Pan-Hellenic Council, also known as NPHC, is the governing body for the historically Black fraternities and sororities on campus. On a national level, there are nine fraternities and sororities that comprise the National Pan-Hellenic Council. They are traditionally referred to as the “Divine Nine.” While the National Pan-Hellenic Council does not partake in a formal recruitment process every semester, students can still join an organization any time after the completion of their first year when an NPHC organization is conducting an “intake” process. The National Pan-Hellenic Council promotes academic achievement, leadership development, health and wellness, and civic engagement. Organizations want to be an advocate for people who identify with or are in support of the African American community. NPHC organizations often collaborate with the Black/African American Cultural Center and its affiliated student organizations on programs and events.
How to join an NPHC Organization: NPHC organizations do not actively recruit – that is, seek out members to join. Rather, it is at the discretion of the potential member to pursue the fraternity/sorority. NPHC chapters openly welcome interest and are happy to answer questions; however, it is suggested that you actively seek out the organization that is right for you by researching the respective websites and learning more about their histories, values, and programs to see if they align with what is important to you as an individual.
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NPHC Organizations There are 9 organizations in the National Pan-Hellenic Council. Those in bold are currently active at CSU. • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. • Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. • Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. • Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Check the fraternity and sorority life calendar and website at www.fsl.colostate.edu for upcoming NPHC events and additional information about the chapter and councils. Additionally, if you are interested in joining an organization that is not currently at CSU, please come to the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life to speak with a staff member about how to get in touch with that organization so that they may come to campus.
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Alpha Delta Chi CSU’s Christian Sorority
Look for us at the Faith and Belief Fair as well as FSL meet and greet events!
Look for us on Facebook at, Alpha Delta ChiOmega Chapter
Spiritual, Scholastic, and Social Associated with members of Panhellenic, which allows us to participate in things such as Greek Week and Homecoming Week. Visit our website: http://alphadeltachi.yolasite.com
Contact Kelly Strife for more info at: adx.omega.pnm@gmail.com or 720-381-7170
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Alpha Sigma Kappa Recruitment Dates
(all events start at 7, contact for location) Meeting 1 - 9/19 Event 1 - 9/20 Event 2 - 9/21 Event 3 - 9/23 Meeting 2 - 9/26 Event 4 - 9/28 Event 5 - 9/29 Event 6 - 9.30 Theta Chapter, Alpha Sigma Kappa Women in Technical Studies
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Contact Information: Scarlett Burghart recruit.asktheta@gmail.com (941)713-0824
Kappa Delta Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful, and highest.
“My sisters are the most supportive, caring people I know and would go out of their way to help not only my fellow sisters, but people in the community too.� Contact Emily Herbster at phiepsilonmembership@gmail.com for more information
See you at formal recruitment!
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Panhellenic Association
The Panhellenic Association, also known as PHA, is composed of twelve sororities, eight of which are member chapters of the National Panhellenic Conference. Four of the twelve chapters are considered interest-specific chapters and are associate members of the council.
Members of Panhellenic chapters have the opportunity to experience our standards of excellence in scholarship, service, and leadership. The Panhellenic Association is dedicated to providing meaningful experiences for its members including service opportunities, academic workshops and study groups, and positional leadership opportunities. All members are highly encouraged to branch outside of their chapters and join other notable organizations
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on campus including, student government, CSU athletics, student ambassador programs, and honorary organizations.
Our community of Panhellenic women helps make the larger campus of CSU feel smaller. We have been able to create a large network of highly intelligent, philanthropic, and dedicated women intent on making life-long friendships and connections. Joining a Panhellenic sorority opens the door to a wide array of networking opportunities during a member’s collegiate years. These connections continue long after graduation.
PHA Chapters
National Panhellenic Conference Chapters:
ΧΩ ΔΔΔ ΓΦB ΚA
Chi Omega
Delta Delta Delta
Gamma Phi Kappa Beta Alpha Theta
ΚΔ ΚΚΓ ΠBΦ ZTΑ Kappa Delta
Kappa Kappa Gamma
Associate Chapters:
ΑΔΧ
Pi Beta Phi
Zeta Tau Alpha
ΑΣK
Alpha Delta Chi Christian Interest
Alpha Sigma Kappa STEM Interest
ΣA
ΣAI
Sigma Alpha Agriculture Interest
Sigma Alpha Iota Music Interest
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Formal Fall Recruitment September 24, 25, 26
INTEGRITY LIFELONG COMMITMENT
COMMIT MENT
PERSONAL & INTELLECTUAL GROWTH
Pi Beta Phi
PHILANTHROPIC SERVICE TO OTHERS SINCERE FRIENDSHIP
Instagram: csupibetaphi Facebook: Pi Beta Phi at CSU HONOR & Website: pibetaphi.org/colostate
RESPECT
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Visit us online at www.fsl.colostate.edu and follow us on Twitter & Instagram.
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Thank you to this year’s Front Range Sponsor:
FarmHouse
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Community Voices We asked our community members to share some of their stories with you, describing some of what they have learned and benefited from as members of fraternities and sororities. “Being in fraternity and sorority life has allowed me to discover who I am and who I strive to be. Through ritual, sisterhood, loyalty and service I have developed into a leading woman who has the confidence to believe in myself and what I stand for. Without my chapter and the fraternity and sorority community, my college experience would not have prepared me for the highs and lows that encompass life. My sisters, both with the same letters and those of other chapters, have given me the gift that I am never alone, and together I have the strength and support to conquer my dreams.”– Emily Markworth, Director of Service and Philanthropy for the Panhellenic Association “Joining a sorority was one of the best decisions I’ve made in college. It has allowed me to become friends with some amazing women and men who honestly care about our community. Our philanthropic focus is very close to my heart and it is amazing to see so many people that enjoy it as much as I do.”– Lauren Tew, Kappa Delta “Being in a fraternity has taught me the importance of making the most of my college experience, gotten me involved in great things on campus, allowed me to connect with exceptional faculty and students and instilled values in me that I will connect with and live by until I die. Thanks to the folks I’ve met and experiences with other fraternities and sororities, I’ve had, I know I will leave college with the tools and friends to be successful in any situation.”–Phoenix Dugger, President of Theta Chi
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“There is not enough time or words to explain how fraternity and sorority life has influenced my life and career while attending Colorado State University. This community is absolutely incredible and has shaped my experience at this university. Through the different community events, philanthropic programs, and social gatherings, I have grown as an individual. All the different chapters on campus have something to offer and all want to provide a chance to help grow individuals to become better people and the person they want to be. When I first joined the community as a member of FarmHouse Fraternity, I was not sure what I was getting myself into. Now that some time has passed, I would not have changed my decision to join fraternity and sorority life. These men and women have inspired me to push to become the best person that I can be. Whether that is through personal development seminars, leadership institutes, or just interacting with other members in the community everyone has a unique story and something I have learned from.”– Dusty Corliss, President of FarmHouse “Fraternity and sorority life has had nothing but a positive impact on my life. Because of my membership in the community, I have been more compelled to get involved both on campus and within my sorority while also taking on leadership positions. May it be for philanthropy or friendship, hundreds of fraternity/sorority members have a different reason about why they joined, and I think that’s amazing.”– Kaatje Hahn, Kappa Delta Elevate Your CSU Experience | 29
How to Join Our Community Students interested in joining a fraternity or sorority should start by doing some research as to the type of organization they are interested in. Each organization offers a different experience and may have additional requirements or expectations to join.
Interfraternity Council
While IFC fraternities encourage recruitment 365 days a year, chapters in this council host a more organized recruitment effort in the first few weeks of each semester. A great way to learn more and get connected with an IFC fraternity is to download the “Greek Rush” app, create a profile, and join the Colorado State University group.
Multicultural Greek Council
In the Multicultural Greek Council students are often recruited by friends in a fraternity or sorority. Each organization generally hosts a week full of public events and informational meetings so that potential new members can learn more about the organization, meet everybody in the chapter, and see if that fraternity or sorority is a good fit. Each chapter requires a certain amount of credits to be completed before joining, and encourage joining after being at CSU (or another campus if a transfer student) at least one semester.
National Pan-Hellenic Council
In the National Pan-Hellenic Council the process to join is a little more structured. Interested students are encouraged to do research about the organization they would like to join, whether the chapters are currently active at CSU or not. NPHC chapters require that candidates attend informational meetings, complete an application, attend a formal interview, and attend educational meetings. The easiest way to get connected to one of these organizations is to reach out to the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life at CSU.
Panhellenic Association
In the Panhellenic Association there are two different types of recruitment. Eight of the chapters will participate in a formal recruitment process on September 24-27, 2016. Formal recruitment is designed to introduce potential new members to the chapters and for the sororities to learn more about each student. The four interest-specific chapters of the Panhellenic Association hold informal recruitment efforts and they vary by chapter. For more information, interested students should get in touch with individual chapters and view upcoming events on the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life website. 30 | Fraternity and Sorority Life 2016
Meet all of our fraternities and sororities and enjoy free food and music at the:
Back to School Block Party! Thursday, August 25 11 am to 2 pm Rec. Center East Lawn & Trees Area (by the Lagoon)
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Ascend to Greater Heights
Learn more at fsl.colostate.edu
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