1) Academic Excellence a. Each fraternity and sorority will develop scholarship programs that reflect the commitment to academic excellence in their organizational purpose and that will challenge members to achieve academically, provide scholastic support, and recognize both improvement and excellence in performance. b. Chapter members will share responsibility for the academic performance of initiates and new members and examine activities that detract from academic success.
2) Citizenship a. All chapter members and affiliates are expected to speak and act with respect for the human dignity of others. b. Each fraternity and sorority is expected to adhere to the university policy on non-discrimination and select their members without regard to race, color, religious creed, national or ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, or age. c. All chapter members will practice and promote good neighborhood citizenship and conduct consistent with the high values and ethics based on the purposes and principles of fraternity and sorority founding. d. Those with fraternity and sorority official / nonofficial houses, to maintain respect for community mores and consideration for others, should provide for maintenance of the chapter house and yard, exhibit noise control, and adhere to proper parking arrangements.
3) Leadership and Campus Involvement a. Each fraternity and sorority will present campus involvement opportunities to its members on a regular basis and is encouraged to co-sponsor events with non-Greek student organizations. b. Chapter members are strongly encouraged to be actively involved with other, non-Greek organizations.
4) Inter / national / local Organization Relationships and Alumni / Advisor Participation Each fraternity and sorority will support the ideals and standards set forth by its inter / national / local organization and demonstrate a strong commitment to upholding the basic values upon which it was founded. Relationships with individual alumni, advisory boards, and alumni organizations should be actively strengthened.
5) Community Service In addition to participation in philanthropies recognized by each chapter’ s inter / national / local organization, all chapter members must demonstrate a commitment to serving both the university and the Southfield community. Although fundraising is an integral part of philanthropy, it is the expressed desire of the university that all Greek students take an active role in providing service to the community.
6) Greek Relations a. All chapters will work with each other to promote the standards, ideals, and benefits of Greek membership and to build alliances with members of the university faculty, staff, community, and non-Greek students. b. Each fraternity and sorority is encouraged to develop positive promotions for chapter events that well represent their membership and the Greek system.
7) Risk Management The university has zero tolerance for the illegal use of drugs, controlled substances, sexual abuse, and hazing. All chapters will educate their members on and follow closely a) Risk Management Policies, b) Anti-Hazing Policies c) the risk management guidelines as established by their national organizations, d) university policy, e) state and local laws. Violations may result in loss of university recognition as well as personal sanctions against individuals concerned.
8) Housing Each fraternity and sorority will ensure that the residential property, which is occupied by the organization, complies with the applicable state and local housing and fire codes and provisions of the national headquarters’ risk management policy. The exterior physical appearance should be maintained and should not appear unkempt or disorderly to the public( e. g. adequate removal and storage of trash, well-groomed landscaping, appropriate outdoor furniture).
9) Membership Recruitment and Development Focus on the continued education and development of all initiated and new members should be implemented. Chapters will regularly sponsor educational programs that enrich knowledge, understanding, and skills for academic success, personal development, and exercise of leadership.
10) Administrative Responsibility Positive overall chapter management requires strong organizational skills and financial practices. Each chapter must take seriously the importance of accurate and timely administrative duties.
******** The value of Greek Life for students who choose to participate is the merging of almost every segment of the campus community into one cohesive program – self governance, leadership development, academic achievement, service learning, social activities, housing, alumni relations, citizenship, and education. If the university, the local chapters, and the national organizations work together to foster the development of the Greek system and embrace the mission of Lawrence Technological University, Greek letter organizations will provide a unique and distinguished opportunity to the university student. LET’ S GO BLUE DEVILS!
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