IFC 2014 Recruitment Guide

The Sorority and Fraternity Community at the university is made up of 65 registered sororities and fraternities organized within six governing councils and representing 14% of the student body at UT Austin. Joining a Panhellenic sorority will allow you to be part of this larger community that is strongly connected to the University and the Austin community.

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Table of ContentsLetter from IFC PresidentInterfraternity Council: Spotlight Sorority and Fraternity Life at TexasThe Greek AlphabetLetter from IFC VP of RecruitmentIFC Fraternities/ Housing InformationAbout RecruitmentHow to RegisterMembership ExpectationsStatements on Alcohol and Hazing

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IFC PRESIDENT's WELCOMEDear newly accepted Longhorn,

On behalf of the Interfraternity Council (IFC), it is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to one of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the country. Top-of-the-chart rankings, strong academic programs, diverse learning communities, and Longhorn sports are some of the many reasons that students choose to attend the University of Texas at Austin. My personal favorite is our rich history of traditions with one of the finest being the excellence found within the Sorority and Fraternity community here on the Forty Acres. Many Texas Greeks have distinguished themselves as being among some of the most active and successful student leaders on campus.

Texas IFC is a community that ignites the spirit of the university as a whole but what is in it for you? The bonds of brotherhood can be stronger than any other kind of relationship. High scholastic expectations will guide you through your undergraduate career, particularly as you make the transition into college. Thousands of service hours and dollars are donated to philanthropic and community causes each year. Fraternities participate in a wide variety of sporting, academic, and social events. Fraternities also provide an excellent avenue for involvement on campus as well as opportunities to develop your leadership skills.

Fraternity life at UT Austin is also unique compared to some other universities. One example is the fact that we do not have formal recruitment. Our informal recruitment process gives potential new members full flexibility to choose a place that is right for you! “The Gentleman’s Guide to Recruitment,” prepared by the IFC, serves as a perfect tool for you to begin assessing and gathering more information about all 26 IFC fraternities. I strongly encourage you to choose intelligently, as this is a decision that will last a lifetime!

Once again, congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Texas at Austin. It is, indeed, quite an accomplishment! We love to celebrate our many traditions of excellence here, and I hope that you take full advantage of the amazing opportunity to join a fraternity by finding an organization with which you can align yourself. I assure you that fraternity life will enrich your experience as a Longhorn. Good luck in your collegiate endeavors, and I look forward to seeing you join the ranks of the prestigious fraternity men who have come before you.

Sincerely,

Edwin QianIFC President

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Interfraternity council spotlightThe Interfraternity Council at the University of Texas at Austin serves as the governing body for the twenty-six men’s social fraternities on campus. It currently has eight executive council members who are elected representatives serving full, calendar year terms. Elections for executive council take place every fall near the end of the semester. In addition, IFC is composed of sixteen cabinet members and eight judicial board members plus chapter presidents from each fraternity. The executive council sends out applications and conducts interviews in order to decide who exactly fits appropriately in each cabinet position. The IFC’s vision is to uphold faithfully the ideals and beliefs of its predecessors and create a unified community that is 2,648 fraternity men strong, full of leaders both in academia and in service.

The IFC Cabinet is composed of internal committees responsible for leadership, operations, risk reduction, scholarship, public relations, recruitment, alumni relations, Greek relations, and philanthropy. Chapter presidents, IFC representatives from each fraternity, and cabinet members have one vote per person on issues and proposals brought before the executive council. Each member of the IFC is offered the opportunity to serve on the cabinet or the judicial board. The fraternity man who is selected for each position has the responsibility to act as the primary communication link between the IFC Executive Council and his respective chapter. The IFC is guided by the Advisor to the Interfraternity Council, Phil Butler, an experienced, full-time administrator in the Sorority and Fraternity Life area of the Office of the Dean of Students.

Each year, the IFC hosts at least three community-wide philanthropy events. The IFC Open is our annual golf tournament held every Spring near the end of the school year that benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area, a non-profit, locally governed agency devoted to improving the social and education skills, physical health and fitness, and emotional well-being of kids most in need. Each fraternity is encouraged to form teams of four to compete for prizes and trophies while simultaneously raising money for this organization. Additionally, every year IFC uploads pictures of each fraternity’s philanthropic efforts to its social media platforms. Fraternity members raise money for their respective philanthropies by encouraging actives to “like” their pictures. For each “like,” IFC donates a certain amount of money. The IFC donates an extra lump-sum of money to fraternities with the most “liked” pictures. Lastly, Movember is the IFC’s largest philanthropic effort of the year. Fraternity members grow out their mustaches in an effort to raise money for cancer research and awareness about men’s health. You can visit movember.com for more information.

PresidentEdwin Qian, Pi Kappa Phi

Executive Vice PresidentAndy Webber, Alpha Tau Omega

Vice President of Judicial AffairsKyle Mason, Sigma Phi Epsilon

Vice President of FinanceAlex Bryan, Phi Gamma Delta

Vice President of Communications Taylor Ellis, Sigma Alpha Mu

Vice President of RecruitmentAndrew Rubenstein, Sigma Alpha Mu

Vice President of Greek RelationsJoey Reynolds, Sigma Phi Epsilon

Vice President of Philanthropy Matt Lillard, Pi Kappa Alpha

If you have other questions about the Interfraternity Council or

Recruitment, contact:

Office of the Dean of Students, Sorority and Fraternity Life

100 West Dean Keeton Suite 4.400 Austin, TX 78712-0175Phone: (512) 471-9700

Fax: (512) 232-3963 www.texasgreeks.com

INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL www.texasifc.org

[email protected]

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FALL 2013 IFC Grade Rankings

1. ΛΧΑ 3.4082. ΦKT 3.3753. AEΠ 3.2844. ΣAM 3.2715. ΠΚΦ 3.2676. ΣX 3.2177. ΣΦE 3.2158. KΣ 3.179. ΦKΣ 3.16410. ZBT 3.16311. ΦΔΘ 3.15212. Fiji 3.12613. ΠΚΑ 3.03914. ΔΣΦ 2.95915. ΦKΨ 2.89916. ΑΤΩ 2.87817. ΔX 2.86818. ΘX 2.86119. Acacia 2.85620. ΣAE 2.8521. ΔTΔ 2.79322. ΣΠ 2.67923. ZΨ 2.524. TKE 2.339

1. AEΠ 3.422. ZBT 3.3853. ΣAM 3.3494. ΠΚΑ 3.3255. KΣ 3.3086. ΣX 3.2677. ΔTΔ 3.2418. ΣΦE 3.2129. ΦΔΘ 3.21210. ΛΧΑ 3.15311. ΣAE 3.12512. ΦKΨ 3.10713. ΠΚΦ 3.114. ΘX 3.09515. ΑΤΩ 3.0416. ΔΣΦ 3.03517. ΦKΣ 3.00718. ΣΠ 2.98719. Fiji 2.94720. ΦKT 2.91221. Acacia 2.86122. TKE 2.84923. ΔX 2.66324. ZΨ 2.567

1. AEΠ 3.4132. ZBT 3.3323. ΣAM 3.3274. KΣ 3.2785. ΠΚΑ 3.2666. ΣX 3.257. ΣΦE 3.2138. ΛΧΑ 3.2019. ΦΔΘ 3.19210. ΠΚΦ 3.11811. ΔTΔ 3.1112. ΣAE 3.06913. ΦKΣ 3.07714. ΦKΨ 3.04815. ΘX 3.04416. ΑΤΩ 3.0417. ΦKT 318. Fiji 2.99119. ΔΣΦ 2.96520. ΣΠ 2.88821. Acacia 2.87422. TKE 2.81223. ΔX 274224. ZΨ 2.549

NEW MEMBERS ACTIVES CHAPTER

ALL NEW Member GPA: ALL ACTIVE GPA: ALL IFC GPA:

3.076 3.168 3.145

ALL MEN'S AVG GPA:

3.1256

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MOVEMBER PHILANTHROPY

1. Zeta Psi

2. PHI KAPPA TAU

3. PHI GAMMA DELTA

4. Kappa Sigma

5. Delta Chi

6. DELTA Tau Delta

7. Alpha tau omega

8. Phi Kappa Psi

9. Pi Kappa Phi

10. Sigma CHI

$3,460

$3,328

$1,927

$1,910

$1,850

$1,247

$1,012

$920

$816

$725

TEAM LEADERBOARD

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SORORITY & FRATERNITY LIFE AT TEXASThe Sorority and Fraternity Community at The University of Texas at Austin is made up of 72 fraternities and sororities organized within six governing councils that make up 15% of the student body at UT Austin. Joining a fraternity will allow you to be a part of the larger Interfraternity Council community that is strongly connected to the University and the greater Austin community.

The Interfraternity Council is only one of six bodies of fraternities and sororities at the university. Included in the Greek Community are the members of the Latino Panhellenic Council, the Multicultural Greek Council, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, the Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council, and the University Panhellenic Council. Affiliate Groups represent five fraternities and sororities on campus. They have equal access to all of the leadership development, scholarship, risk management, and academic opportunities and resources offered. The only difference is that they have not joined a council yet.

The Latino Panhellenic Council is a body of four fraternities and four sororities that each have a unique place on our campus. Each organization focuses on celebrating Latino culture and sharing it but welcomes everyone They are not Latino exclusive, but rather they pride themselves on being accepting of all races and ethnicities. The council embodies leadership, community service, cultural understanding, and academics to maximize the experience of its members on the 40 Acres.

The Multicultural Greek Council is composed of two fraternities and one sorority that work towards forming a diverse Greek Community. They are multicultural by mission and seek to explore and celebrate the diversity on the 40 Acres. MGC is the newest addition to UT Austin’s diverse community, and its organizations focus on multicultural awareness, philanthropy, and scholastic excellence to develop members into leaders.

The National Pan-Hellenic Council has a rich history and purpose within the Black community. UT Austin is currently home to three fraternities and two sororities that all have a collective interest and duty to uplift and unite the African-American community. Its organizations focus on leadership, scholastic excellence, community service, and involvement within the African-American community.

The Texas Asian Pan-Hellenic Council promotes Asian-American awareness and the opportunity to develop oneself as a leader while simultaneously serving the community. With six sororities and two fraternities, TAPC is an established group of organizations with strong values and a proven record of service. Its members focus on leadership, scholastic excellence, and community service.

University Panhellenic Council is composed of fourteen sororities, and each one offers a unique opportunity to give back to the community. UPC promotes involvement within the sorority through leadership positions, academic achievement, philanthropic activities, and lasting sisterhood. Any female student who is enrolled at UT Austin and has been granted full-time status may participate in one of the most notable centers of women’s leadership on the 40 Acres.

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GREEK ALPHABET

A B Γ Δ E Z H Θ

I K Λ M N Ξ O Π

P Σ T Y Φ X Ψ Ω

ALPHA(al-fah)

BETA(bay-tah)

GAMMA(gam-mah)

DELTA(delta)

EPSILON(ep-si-lon)

ZETA(azay-tah)

ETA(ay-tay)

THETA(thay-tah)

iota(eye-o-tah)

kappa(cap-ah)

lambda(lam-dah)

mu(mew)

nu(new)

xi(zz-eye)

omicron(om-e-cron

pi(pie)

rho (roe)

sigma(sig-mah)

tau(taw)

upsilon(oop-si-lon)

phi(fie/fee)

chi(k-eye)

psi(sigh)

omega(Oh-may-gah)

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IFC VP RECRUITMENT's MESSAGEDear newly accepted student,

One of the many distinctions The University of Texas at Austin holds is its reputation of having one of the most influential and prestigious Sorority and Fraternity communities in the South. I want to take a moment to inform you about how you can get involved.

The first matter of business should be to register with us for recruitment at Texasifc.org under the “Recruitment” tab. This way, recruitment captains from every fraternity will have access to your contact information. If recruitment captains are not contacting you, please utilize the information presented in this recruitment guide to initiate the process yourself. During the process of informal recruitment, you will have the opportunity to participate in many events with numerous fraternities and different people. The men you meet will tell you that deciding to join a fraternity was one of the best decisions they have ever made. The Sorority and Fraternity community at The University of Texas at Austin has consistently developed men of character and men who have gone on to lead our school and state. So, take full advantage of the rush process.

If you have any questions about recruitment, feel free to contact me or anyone else from IFC. Our information is available in this recruitment guide, as well as under “The Council” tab on our website. I encourage you to take full advantage of the recruitment process. I hope you decide to explore the UT community and ultimately find the fraternity that best fits you.

Hook ‘em Horns,

Andrew RubensteinIFC VP of Recruitment

ACACIAACACIA

2614 R IO GR ANDE STR EET | W W W.TE X A SAC ACI A .ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1916

NATIONAL FOUNDING1904, University of Michigan

NATIONAL websitewww.acacia.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTSCOTT TUCKER [email protected]

GPA REQUIREMENT2.5 GPA

New member/ active dues$1800/$1500 per semester

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 8777 PURDUE ROAD, SUITE 225, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46268

COLORSBlack and Old Gold

philanthropyShriners Childrens Hospital

RECRUITMENT CHAIRMICAH INMAN [email protected]

A E ΠALPHA EPSILON PI

2807 RIO GR ANDE ST. | W W W.TE X A SAEPI.COM

LOCAL FOUNDING1939

NATIONAL FOUNDING1913, New York University

NATIONAL websitewww.aepi.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 8815 WESLEYAN ROAD, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANDA 46268-1171

COLORSGold and Blue

philanthropyRichie’s Spirit Foundation

CHAPTER PRESIDENTASHER INTEBI [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRBRANDON MOND [email protected]

ΑΤΩALPHA TAU OMEG A

2317 SHOAL CREEK BLVD. | W W W.TE X A SATO.COM

LOCAL FOUNDING1897

NATIONAL FOUNDING1865, Virginia Military Insititure

NATIONAL websitewww.ato.com

CHAPTER PRESIDENTAUSTIN SAATHOFF [email protected]


New member/ active dues$2900 per semester (scales down)

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: ONE NORTH PENNSYLVANIA STREET, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46204

COLORSAzure and Gold

philanthropyJDRF, Austin Animal Center, AISD

RECRUITMENT CHAIRBEN BURGRESS [email protected]

Δ XDELTA CHI

910 POPL AR ST. | W W W.TE X A SDELTACHI.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1907

NATIONAL FOUNDING1890, Cornell University

NATIONAL websitewww.deltachi.org


New member/ active dues$1200 per semester

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: P.O. BOX 1817, IOWA CITY, IA 52244

COLORSRed and Buff

philanthropyJimmy V Foundation

CHAPTER PRESIDENTCODY WITTMAN [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRROBERT DIAMOND [email protected]

ΔKEDELTA KAPPA EPSILON

3001 MEDICAL ARTS ST, APT 230 | W W W.OMEG ACHIDKE.DEKEUNITED.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1912

NATIONAL FOUNDING1844, Yale University

NATIONAL websitewww.dke.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTDYLAN SCHLEMMER [email protected]



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 611 1/2 E. WILLIAM STREET, ANN ARBOR, MI 48104

COLORSBlue, Gold & Crimson

philanthropyUT Center for Students in Recovery

RECRUITMENT CHAIRRYAN RAFOLS [email protected]

Δ ΣΦDELTA SIGMA PHI

706 W. 26TH STREET | W W W.ETADSP.COM

LOCAL FOUNDING1907

NATIONAL FOUNDING1899, City College of New York

NATIONAL websitewww.deltasig.org


NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 1331 NORTH DELAWARE ST. INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46202

COLORSNile Green and Carnation White

CHAPTER PRESIDENTALEX SPAULDING [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRJACOB CATANO [email protected]

ΔTΔDELTA TAU DELTA

2801 SAN JACINTO BLVD. | W W W.DELTS.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1904

NATIONAL FOUNDING1858, Bethany College

NATIONAL websitewww.delts.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTGARRETT WILLIAMS [email protected]


New member/ Active Dues:$2500 per semester

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 11711 N. MERIDIAN ST #100, CARMEL, IN 56032

COLORSPurple and Gold

philanthropyThe Wounded Warrior Project

RECRUITMENT CHAIRALEX JENKINS [email protected]

K ΣKAPPA SIGMA

1002 W. 26TH ST. | W W W.KAPPA SIG M ATAU.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1884

NATIONAL FOUNDING1869, University of Virginia

NATIONAL websitewww.kappasigma.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: P.O. BOX 5066, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22905

COLORSScarlet Red, White, Green

philanthropyNavy Seals Legacy Program

CHAPTER PRESIDENTMATT STUBBS [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRDAX DAMRICH [email protected]

ΛΧΑLambda Chi Alpha

715 GR AHA M PL ACE | W W W.U TL X A .ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1917

NATIONAL FOUNDING1909, Boston University

NATIONAL websitewww.lambdachi.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTJAKE PLATT [email protected]



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 8741 FOUNDERS, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46268

COLORSGreen and Gold

philanthropyFeeding America, Capital Area Food

Bank

RECRUITMENT CHAIRJEREMY SHAHAN [email protected]

ΦΔΘPHI DELTA THETA

1904 NUECES STREET | W W W.U TE X A S.PHIDELTATHETA .ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1883

NATIONAL FOUNDING1848, Miami University (Ohio)

NATIONAL websitewww.phideltatheta.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 2 SOUTH CAMPUS AVE. OXFORD, OH 45056

COLORSArgent and Azure

philanthropyALS

CHAPTER PRESIDENTLEVI GIBSON [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRARIN BLAYLOCK [email protected]

ΦKΘPHI KAPPA THETA

504 W. 35TH STREET | W W W.PHIKAPS.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1959

NATIONAL FOUNDING1889, Brown University

NATIONAL websitewww.phikaps.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTKEVIN MIRANDA [email protected]


NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 9640 COMMERCE DRIVE, SUITE 420, CARMEL, IN 46032

COLORSCardinal purple, white, gold

philanthropyChildren’s Mirable Network

RECRUITMENT CHAIRJACOB ENTREMONT [email protected]

FIJIPHI G A MMA DELTA

300 W. 27TH ST. | W W W.TE X A SFI JI.COM

LOCAL FOUNDING1883

NATIONAL FOUNDING1848, Jefferson College

NATIONAL websitewww.phigam.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: P.O. BOX 4599 LEXINGTON, KY 40544

COLORSRoyal Purple

philanthropyRace for the Cure, Feed my People

CHAPTER PRESIDENTANDREW CAMPBELL [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRSTUART MCLAUGHLIN [email protected]

ΦKΨPHI KAPPA PSI

2411 LONGVIEW ST. | W W W.U TPHIPSI.COM

LOCAL FOUNDING1904

NATIONAL FOUNDING1852, Jefferson College

NATIONAL websitewww.phikappapsi.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTBLAKE BENDER [email protected]



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS:5395 EMERSON WAY, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46226

COLORSCardinal Red & Hunter Green

philanthropyBoys and Girls Club of America

RECRUITMENT CHAIRSTEPHEN MCCREARY [email protected]

Φ K ΣPHI KAPPA SIGMA

2101 RIO GR ANDE STREET, APT 21006 | W W W.BECOME APHIKAP.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING2013

NATIONAL FOUNDING1850, University of Pennsylvania

NATIONAL websitewww.becomeaphikap.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 2 TIMBER DRIVE, CHESTER SPRINGS, PA 19425

COLORSBlack and Old Gold

philanthropyLeukemia Lymphoma Foundation

CHAPTER PRESIDENTKEVIN WALKER [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRROBERT ZIMMERMAN [email protected]

ΦKTPHI KAPPA TAU

803 W 28TH ST, APT. 205 | W W W.TE X A SPHITAU.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1943

NATIONAL FOUNDING1906, Miami University, Ohio

NATIONAL websitewww.phikappatau.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTNICK JANSSEN [email protected]



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS:5221 MORNING SUN ROAD, OXFORD, OHIO 45056

COLORSHarvard Red & Old Gold

philanthropySerious Fun Children’s Network

RECRUITMENT CHAIRZANE BUSHNELL [email protected]

Π Κ API KAPPA ALPHA

2400 LEON ST. | W W W.TE X A SPIKES.COM

LOCAL FOUNDING1920

NATIONAL FOUNDING1868, University of Virginia

NATIONAL websitewww.pikes.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 8347 WEST RANGE COVE, MEMPHIS, TN 38125

COLORSGold and Blue

philanthropyTexas Exes “The Project”, Caring for Camo, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation

CHAPTER PRESIDENTCHANDLER ABBOTT [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRTJ WEIDO [email protected]

ΠΚΦPI KAPPA PHI

608 PARK PL ACE | W W W.TE X A SPIKAPP.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1988

NATIONAL FOUNDING1904, College of Charleston (SC)

NATIONAL websitewww.pikapp.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTISAAC REYES [email protected]



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: PO BOX 240536 CHARLOTTE, NC 28224

COLORSWhite and Gold

philanthropyPUSH America

RECRUITMENT CHAIRCHRIS MARTINEZ [email protected]

Σ A ESIGMA ALPHA EPSILON

2414 PE ARL ST. | W W W.SAE.NET

LOCAL FOUNDING1882

NATIONAL FOUNDING1856, University of Alabama

NATIONAL websitewww.sae.net


New member/ active dues$3075/$2700 annually

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: PO BOX 1856, EVANSTON, IL 60204

COLORSRoyal Purple and Old Gold

philanthropyHabitat for Humanity & Children’s

Advocacy Center of Texas

CHAPTER PRESIDENTWES FISCHER [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRDYLAN WATSON [email protected]

ΣAMSIGMA ALPHA MU

2506 LEON ST. | W W W.TE X A SSA M MY.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1921


NATIONAL websitewww.sam.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTDAVID ARDIS [email protected]


NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 9245 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET, SUITE 105 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46260

COLORSRoyal Purple & Old Gold

philanthropyThe Judy Fund, Alzheimer’s Association

RECRUITMENT CHAIRJOSEPH CADENA [email protected]

Σ XSIGMA CHI

2701 NUECES ST. | W W W.TE X A SSIG M ACHI.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1884

NATIONAL FOUNDING1855, Miami University (Ohio)

NATIONAL websitewww.sigmachi.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 1714 HINMAN AVENUE, EVANSTON, ILLINOIS

COLORSGold and Blue

philanthropyHuntsman Cancer Institute

CHAPTER PRESIDENTMATT JOHNSON [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRSEAN WOLFF [email protected]

ΣΦESIGMA PHI EPSILON

2500 PE ARL ST. | W W W.TE X A SSIGEP.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1930

NATIONAL FOUNDING1901, Richmond College

NATIONAL websitewww.sigep.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTMACLEAN MARTIN [email protected]



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: P.O. BOX 1901 RICHMOND, VA 23218

COLORSRed and Purple

philanthropyChildren’s Miracle Network

RECRUITMENT CHAIRTAYLOR EPPERSON [email protected]

Σ ΠSIGMA PI

909 WEST 22ND 1/2 STREET | W W W.TE X A SSIG M API.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1965

NATIONAL FOUNDING1897, Vincennes University

NATIONAL websitewww.sigmapi.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: P.O. BOX 1897 VINCENNES, IN 47591

COLORSLavender and White

philanthropySean Vernon Amazing Day Foundation

& Donate Life Foundation

CHAPTER PRESIDENTJOEL FAIN [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRANDREW HILL [email protected]

TKETAU KAPPA EPSILON

2701 WHITIS AVE. | W W W.T XTKE.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1951

NATIONAL FOUNDING1899, Illinois Wesleyan University

NATIONAL websitewww.tke.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTANTHONY LIZAMA [email protected]



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 8645 FOUNDERS ROAD, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46268

COLORSRed and Grey

philanthropyMemory Walk, Austin Kite Festival

RECRUITMENT CHAIRZACHARY COOK [email protected]

Θ XTHETA CHI

1111 W. 22nd 1/2 ST. | W W W.T XTHETACHI.COM

LOCAL FOUNDING1951

NATIONAL FOUNDING1856, Norwich University

NATIONAL websitewww.thetachi.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 3330 FOUNDERS, INDIANDAPOLIS, IN 46268

COLORSMilitary Red and White

philanthropyUSO

CHAPTER PRESIDENTALEX UNGER [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRRAJ PANESAR [email protected]

ZBTZETA BETA TAU

710 W. 28TH ST. | W W W.TE X A SZBT.COM

LOCAL FOUNDING1920


NATIONAL websitewww.zbt.org

CHAPTER PRESIDENTDANIEL WARNER [email protected]


NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 3905 VINCENNES ROAD, SUITE 300, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46268

COLORSBlue and Gold

philanthropyLive Strong, DKMS, Be Strong. Fight

on!, Be Positive, 15-40 Foundation

RECRUITMENT CHAIRJARRETT SMITH [email protected]

Z ΨZETA PSI

2806 NUECES ST. | W W W.ZETAPSI.ORG

LOCAL FOUNDING1979

NATIONAL FOUNDING1847, New York University

NATIONAL websitewww.zetapsi.org



NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 15 S. HENRY ST., PEARL RIVER, NY 10965

COLORSWhite, Gold & Black

philanthropyZeteKids

CHAPTER PRESIDENTCONNOR KELLY [email protected]

RECRUITMENT CHAIRLUKE KROGNESS [email protected]

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ABOUT RECRUITMENT

IFC Recruitment at UT Austin is “open and informal.” This means that there are no official start/stop times or dates for fraternities to conduct recruitment activities. The IFC does not sponsor any “Formal Recruitment” events or activities. Because there is no formal recruitment period, when and how a fraternity conducts its recruitment activities are left to the discretion of each individual chapter. Therefore some chapters may focus the bulk of their recruitment efforts in the summer, while others focus their efforts leading up to and after the first day of classes. No fraternity may conduct new member activities until after the first week of school.

When is IFC Recruitment?

Every IFC fraternity takes a fall new member class, so most men join fraternities in the fall. Not every fraternity takes a new member class in the spring semester, though many chapters do. This is left up to each chapter to decide what is right for them.

Do I have to join a fraternity in the fall semester?

A man is eligible to participate in recruitment and join a fraternity if he is enrolled at The University of Texas at Austin as a full-time student. A full-time student is defined as taking twelve credit hours per semester, excluding correspondence courses and courses at other universities. He must not be a new member or initiated member of any North American Interfraternity Conference fraternity. Some fraternities, but not all, are permitted to recruit PACE students. You should check with the fraternity’s national office to find out for certain.

Who is eligible for Recruitment?

Each person looks for different attributes in a fraternity. Each of the chapters focuses on one or more of the following: academics, athletics, campus involvement, community service, leadership, and/or friendship. The choice is yours, so look carefully at all of the chapters and evaluate which one best meets your needs and interests. We advise potential members to visit, at a minimum, three different fraternities before making a final decision.

How do I decide which chapter to join?

Many chapters continue to recruit and affiliate new men throughout the entire school year. Events are organized and scheduled at each chapter’s discretion. But be aware that not all fraternities host recruitment activities during the spring semester.

What is Spring Recruitment?

HOW DO I REgister for IFC Recruitment?

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HOW TO REGISTER

HOW DO I REgister for IFC Recruitment?

Registering for IFC recruitment is optional, however it is highly recommended that you do so. Visit www.texasifc.org and register online. Registering is free and makes your contact information available to all IFC fraternities.

WHAT ARE REFERENCE OR RECOMMENDATION LETTERS?

Reference and recommendation letters are a component of sorority recruitment. You do not need references or recommendation letters to participate in IFC recruitment.

WHAT IS A BID?A bid is a formal invitation to join a fraternity. Bids may be given at any time both verbally and/or in writing, however the IFC does not consider any bids officially accepted until after the first Friday of the fall semester, in case there are any disputes about a potential member amongst two or more fraternities. This means that no new member activities should occur until after the first week of school.

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MEMBERSHIP EXPECTATIONS

Potential members may receive multiple bids from different fraternities, but may only accept one. How can I increase my chances of getting a bid? 1. Register with the IFC as soon as possible to let the fraternities know you are interested. 2. Look at as many chapters as you can, and select the ones on which you would like to concentrate. 3. Be positive. Do not criticize other chapters or potential new members. 4. Get to know other students. Although many students feel more comfortable if they recruit with friends, don’t count on joining the same fraternity as your friends. 5. Be yourself.

What are the financial obligations for IFC fraternity membership?

Chapter fees fund various activities of the organization such as academic programs, service activities, alumni and parent events, national dues and lifetime membership. Specific costs for each IFC organization can be found at: http://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/sfl/join_table.php?council=ifc.

Additional costs throughout the semester may include parking at the chapter house (parking availability and cost will vary by chapter), optional meal plans, pictures, gifts, social events, T-shirts, etc.

Several chapters at the University of Texas at Austin offer payment plans and scholarships for members who need financial assistance. Please note that when you become a new member of a fraternity, you are affiliating with that organization. If at any time you decide to disaffiliate, you may still be held responsible for fees or payments required to fulfill your contract with the organization.

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How much time does a fraternity take?There is a required meeting once a week where you will exchange information on chapter events and fraternity education. Weekly chapter study sessions are a programming option for all members, in addition to events like brotherhood activities, community service projects, and social events. Remember, the more you put into the fraternity experience, the more you will get out of it.

How long will it take to be initiated?Most chapters have moved to a period that ranges from six to twelve weeks. The new-member period affords opportunities to meet other members, learn fraternity history and feel at home in the chapter. Each chapter establishes its own new-member program and initiation dates. This is a great question to ask the active members as you meet them during recruitment activities.

Should I attend The University of Texas at Austin’s summer orientation?Yes! Orientation allows you to take placement tests, to earn college credit, pre-register for classes and become acquainted with the campus. A session on Sorority and Fraternity life will be presented as a program during Orientation. Please come to meet representatives of the Sorority and Fraternity community and to ask any questions you may have.

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STATEMENTS ABOUT ALCOHOL/HAZING

The law defines hazing as any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, occurring on or off the campus of an educational institution, by one person alone or acting with others, directed against a student, that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of pledging, being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in, or maintaining membership in any organization whose members are or include students at an educational institution.

What Is HAzing?

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Hazing is commonly defined as any action taken or situation created, whether on or off fraternity premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule. Anti-hazing legislation or policies have been adopted by the State of Texas, The University of Texas at Austin, the Interfraternity Council and all national fraternities. If you are subjected to hazing, state law requires that you report it to the Office of the Dean of Students. Hazing has no place in the fraternity community and should not be tolerated. Chapters that haze are not worth your time and are dangerous.

ALCOHOL AND RECRUITMENTRecruitment is intended to provide opportunities to spend time getting to know each other. According to the IFC Constitution, alcohol is not to be served to minors under any circumstances (IFC Risk Management Policy, Section 1K). No alcohol should be served to minors during any recruitment function, whether it is one-on-one or in a large group. Most IFC organizations have national policies that bar the use of alcohol at any and all recruitment and new member activities.

If you are under 21 and you are offered alcohol at a fraternity event, that chapter is violating UT Austin’s Institutional Rules and they are also breaking the law. If this happens, you should seriously consider whether or not you want to join an organization that has so little integrity.

No alcohol should be used or be present during any recruitment function or event, of any kind.

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