Statement of Relationship
Between Lawrence Technological University and Greek Letter Organizations The purpose of this document is to reaffirm the relationship between Lawrence Technological University and the Greek Organizations that are recognized by the University. The University’ s continued commitment to fraternal life is based upon the significant opportunities these organizations provide their members in the areas of personal and social growth, in academic and intellectual development, and in the acquisition of leadership skills and community service. The successful achievement of these standards will require mutual and reciprocal commitments from both the University and the Greek Letter Organizations.
Lawrence Technological University Lawrence Technological University, through the Student Engagement Office within Student Affairs, is committed to fostering a positive co-curricular experience for those students who choose to affiliate with a Greek Organization. It is the desire of all involved that the Greek community be given every opportunity to reach its fullest potential. The Greek Advisor will assist the chapters in meeting the standards of the university, individual Inter / National / Local organizations, and alumni chapters by providing resources and support in the areas of:
1) Advising a. The university has expressed its commitment to the Greek community by assigning staff member responsible for working with Greek organizations, including but not limited to the Interfraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Sorority Council, and Order of Omega. b. The University will assist chapters in finding faculty / staff / alumni chapter advisors as well as provide training and resources to such volunteers.
2) Administration a. The University will retain accurate minutes of past Council meetings, updated chapter and council rosters, and updated constitutions and by-laws and judicials. b. The University will assist in the investigating allegations of misconduct by fraternities and sororities and facilitate due process in judicial matters. c. The University, through correspondence, meetings, conferences, and telephone contact will maintain cooperative relationships with local alumni and the professional staff and volunteer officers of the inter / national / local organizations represented at Lawrence Technological University. d. The University will develop criteria, policies, and procedures for the colonization and recognition of new chapters in conjunction with the all the Greek Councils.
3) Recognition The Greek Life Office will regularly identify and recognize the positive endeavors of the Greek system and encourage both individuals and chapters to notify the Greek Life Advisor of awards, achievements, and community relation’ s events.
4) Academics The University will provide the means to promote, support, and evaluate scholarship as an integral part of Greek Life as well as develop a system of services to enhance the attainment of the educational and developmental goals of the chapter.
5) Membership Development a. The University will provide information to Greek organizations regarding University policies, procedures and regulations as well as state and local laws affecting fraternities and sororities. b. The Greek Advisor is expected to act as a consultant to councils and chapters in their organizational development including: officer training, constitutional and by-law review, financial assessments, and crisis intervention training and response. c. The University will organize and assist councils and chapters in organizing leadership, educational, and developmental programs including retreats, workshops, and seminars. d. The University will provide support in new member recruitment and education processes.
Greek Letter Organizations Members of the Greek community have an obligation to themselves and the University to assume responsibility for actions, behaviors, and attitudes of membership. To maintain good standing, chapters must follow the guidelines set forth by the governing councils and Lawrence Technological University’ s Student Code of Conduct, Responsibilities, and Disciplinary Procedures, as well as the Registered Student Organization policies. Recognizing that Greek organizations may be held to higher standards than the general student body, the following basic standards have been established to assist each chapter to reach its fullest potential:
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