CUIFC University Affiliation
Fraternity & Sorority Life’s Affiliation process helps ensure that students are joining university recognized organizations that offer safe fraternity experiences, provide well-established programs and resources, and are officially connected to the university. Affiliated fraternities are organizations where students can find a sense of belonging, have fun at social events and make lifelong friendships.
Affiliation History
In 2005, To increase the safety for new and current members, CU Boulder asked fraternity organizations to move recruitment to the spring and welcome live-in house directors. The fraternities on campus at the time chose not to agree with those requirements and disaffiliated.ÌýA decade later, after giving time and space for reform and education, CU Boulder re-invited fraternities in the area to affiliate with updated conditions.ÌýIn 2017,ÌýPhi Delta Theta became the first fraternity to affiliate with campus under the new process.
Today, 10 fraternities are affiliated with the Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) as members of the CU Interfraternity Council. Those fraternities have signed a Recognized Social Greek Organizations (RSGO) agreement that includes provisions to follow all university policies. The agreements also outline certain conditions aimed to increase safety, accountability and student success.Ìý
Fraternities in the Boulder area that have not signed a RSGO agreement are not affiliated with or recognized by CU Boulder.Ìý
Benefits of Affiliation
- Use of university name within branding guidelines
- Free access to campus resourcesÌýlike Title IX/Sexual Assault Prevention training, alcohol education, finance training, etc.
- Office space for council leaders through the University Memorial Center
- Ongoing advising, education and resources for new member education, Greek values, fiscal management, recruitment, risk management, program planning and more through Fraternity & Sorority Life
- Involvement on campus committees and working groups
- Any recruitment activities, such as tabling and rush events, may be held on campus
- Assistance in recruiting faculty/staff advisor(s), if requested
- Campus-supported recruitment efforts, including interactions with potential members through new student welcome programs, fairs, open houses, etc.
- Inclusion on the CU Boulder website and access to CU Boulder social media avenues
- Chapters mayÌýhold as many social events as they wantÌýeach semester
- CU IFC chapters are required to registerÌýsocial events with FSL and BPD
- If a noise complaint is called against a CU IFC party, BPD will give the chapter 20 minutes' notice before officers arrive
- Sober event monitors are required at any event where alcohol is present
- Chapter meetings may be held on campus
- Fundraisers/philanthropy events on campus areÌýfree orÌýdiscounted
- Ability to prominently advertise on campus for recruitment and special events
- Access to support for programs and events through theÌýCenter for Student Involvement
- Participate in Homecoming (fall) and Greek (spring) Weeks with 10 sororities in the CU Panhellenic Council
- The ability to officially partner with sororities and other campus groups on events and programs
- CU IFC dues are $25 per member per semester;ÌýIFC on the Hill is $50
Currently Affiliated Fraternities
Interested students can join a university affiliated fraternity by registering forÌýCUIFC Recruitment.
Beta Theta PiÌý Ìý|Ìý ÌýDelta ChiÌý Ìý|Ìý ÌýDelta Sigma PhiÌý Ìý|Ìý ÌýDelta Tau DeltaÌý Ìý|ÌýÌýPhi Delta ThetaÌý Ìý
Phi Kappa SigmaÌý Ìý|Ìý ÌýSigma Alpha MuÌý Ìý|Ìý ÌýSigma ChiÌý Ìý|Ìý ÌýSigma Tau GammaÌý Ìý|Ìý ÌýTriangle
CU Boulder recommends that students interested in participating in Greek life join an affiliated organization. There are fraternities in Boulder that are not recognized by the university. A chapter may voluntarily or involuntarily choose to not be affiliated. These organizations do not receive the benefits that affiliated fraternities receive. FSL has invited the fraternities in the Boulder community that are not members of CUIFC to affiliate with the university and follow all university policies.
A Letter from the President
As the President of the CU Interfraternity Council, I've had the privilege of witnessing the transformative power of Greek life firsthand. However, my journey within the Greek community didn't begin as you might expect.Ìý
Upon my arrival at CU Boulder, I initially explored the option of joining a fraternity, but my experience rushing a different fraternity quickly dispelled any interest I had. It became evident to me that itÌýwasÌýnot the right fit. However, a few weeks later, I was fortunate to become a member of Delta Tau Delta, where I assumed the role of founding President. This experience marked a significant turning point in my journey within Greek life at CU.Ìý
Initially, my perceptions of Greek life were colored by negative stereotypes perpetuated by various media outlets. Like many others, I had reservations about fraternity culture. However, my time with Delta Tau Delta has shattered these misconceptions. Through our dedication to upholding the values of brotherhood, scholarshipÌýand service, I have witnessed firsthand the positive impact fraternities can have on individuals and the community.Ìý
Being affiliated with CU through the Interfraternity Council further reinforced our commitment to collaboration and accountability. We recognized the importance of aligning ourselves with the values and mission of the university, and we actively sought opportunities to contribute positively to campus culture.ÌýThrough our partnerships with other affiliated groups, such as the Panhellenic sororities, we aimed to cultivate a sense of unity and camaraderie within the Greek community. Events like Homecoming and Greek Weeks served as platforms for fostering meaningful connections and promoting a shared sense of purpose.Ìý
While negative stereotypes may persist within certain segments of Greek life, I am proud to have been part of a fraternity that strives to defy these stereotypes through our actions and values. We embraced the opportunity to work alongside the university, leveraging our resources and influence to create a campus environment that is inclusive, vibrantÌýand socially responsible.Ìý
If you have any questions about Greek life, fraternity affiliationÌýor our chapter's initiatives, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am more than happy to provide further insight and information.Ìý
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Kettner HunterÌý
President, CU Interfraternity CouncilÌý
cuifc@colorado.eduÌý