IFC Preview Day

Building Tomorrow’s Leaders Today

The Alabama Interfraternity Council invites you to attend

Interfraternity Council Preview Day 2014 Saturday, March 8, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Tradition • • • •

Alabama Greek community has more than doubled in size since 2002.

First fraternity founded at The Capstone was in 1847; Sigma Alpha Epsilon national organization was founded at UA in 1856.

55 % of our Greek members are from outside the state of Alabama.

The Greek community at The University of Alabama is the largest in America.

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All-Fraternity GPA for Fall 2013: 2.92 All-Men’s GPA for Fall 2013: 2.91

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Alabama fraternities: 28 Interfraternity Council, 4 National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) and 4 United Greek Council (UGC).

Alabama fraternity houses sleep 25 to 35 men each.

Scholarship

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What Is IFC Preview Day? IFC Preview Day is an opportunity for prospective members to experience fraternity life at The University of Alabama. Men who attend IFC Preview Day will get a firsthand look at each chapter and gain insight about what to expect during 2014 recruitment.

Participants will have the opportunity to meet the Alabama Interfraternity Council, chapter recruitment chairmen, active fraternity members, and other men who are planning to participate in recruitment.

Prospective members and their parents/guardians check in on Saturday morning. IFC Preview Day begins with a “Welcome� presentation led by the UA IFC Executive Council. The Council will discuss topics such as how to prepare for recruitment, what to expect during recruitment, and basic information about fraternity membership.

Participants and parents/guardians will then be divided into groups to tour fraternity houses before lunch.

After lunch, prospective members will have the opportunity to walk around fraternity row and participate in various activities hosted by the chapters. We encourage men interested in joining a fraternity to be engaged during the recruitment process, be outgoing, take the time to meet men from different chapters and exchange contact information. During this time, parents/guardians will have the opportunity to attend sessions hosted by campus departments, and attend additional informational sessions on the recruitment process.

Participants Preview Day Schedule 8:00 am - 9:00 am Check in and breakfast, Russell Hall 9:00 am - 10:00 am InterFraternity Council Presentation, Russell Auditorum 10:00 am - 11:15 am Campus Partners Presentations, Russell Auditorium 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Guided house tours 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm In- House activities

Who Should Attend Preview Day? IFC Preview Day is open to high school seniors and current collegians interested in participating in joining a fraternity at The University of Alabama. Participation in IFC Preview Day is optional and prospective members do not have to attend in order to participate in recruitment. IFC Preview Day provides prospective members, who are unfamiliar with the fraternity recruitment process, an opportunity to gain a better understanding of the process as well as the obligations of fraternity membership. Although IFC does not require a specific grade point average to participate in recruitment, it is strongly recommended that prospective members have at or above a 2.5 cumulative high school or college GPA.

What Should I Wear?

The attire for IFC Preview Day is casual. Jeans or shorts, t-shirt or collared shirt, and closed-toed shoes are appropriate. It may be cold, so participants may want to consider bringing a jacket or coat. Please keep in mind that participants will be walking and moving around campus and are responsible for carrying all personal items. An umbrella or rain jacket is also suggested in case of inclement weather.

Where Do I Stay?

Prospective members and their families are encouraged to stay at a local hotel in Tuscaloosa during IFC Preview Day. Please be advised that Panhellenic Preview Day and University Days will also be occuring the same weekend, so be sure to book your accommodations as soon as possible. If you are planning to spend the night in Tuscaloosa, there are a number of hotels available close to campus: Hotel Capstone (205) 752-3200 Hampton Inn (205) 553-9800 Courtyard by Marriott (205) 750-8384 Fairfield Inn by Marriott (205) 366-0900

Parents/Guardians Preview Day Schedule 8:00 am - 9:00 am 9:00 am - 10:00 am 10:00 am - 11:15 am 11:15 am - 12:30 pm 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Check in and breakfast, Russell Hall InterFraternity Council Presentation, Russell Auditorium Campus Partners Presentations, Russell Auditorium Guided house tours Lunch Parent/Guardian panel and Resource Fair, Russell Hall

Fall Recruitment Registration

To register, visit www.greekaffairs.ua.edu or www.alabamaifc.com and follow the link to IFC Recruitment. By registering for recruitment your name and information is made available to all the IFC fraternities. Registering for recruitment does not mean you will receive a bid for membership. Remember, recruitment is about getting to know the chapters, and letting the chapters get to know you. It is important that you make an effort to meet as many fraternity men as possible throughout the recruitment process.

UGC & NPHC Fraternities

If you’re interested in joining a culturally-based special interest group, such as a United Greek Council (UGC) fraternity or a traditionally African-American NPHC fraternity, you should contact the chapters directly. Please note however, UGC and NPHC recruitment varies by chapter. All NPHC and UGC fraternities will be participating in Greek Preview Weekend. These councils recruit members through a process called Membership Intake.

What is IFC? The Interfraternity Council (IFC) serves as the governing body of the fraternities at The University of Alabama. There are currently 28 fraternities at the Capstone.

For more than 150 years, fraternities have stood for excellence in academics, leadership, athletics, and service. The University of Alabama is known for its strong Greek community and commitment to excllence. The IFC serves its members by sponsoring several enriching programs throughout the year. IFC constantly works with the Panhellenic Association, National Pan-Hellenic Council, and the United Greek Council to further strengthen and support the Greek community’s value and vision.

While each organization’s requirements vary, both councils pride themselves on brotherhood, scholarship, and service. General requirements for Membership Intake include 12-24 UA credit hours, documented community service hours, and a minimum cumulative college GPA requirement ranging from 2.5-2.75. For contact information and additional information about NPHC and UGC fraternities, please visit www.greekaffairs.ua.edu or attend UGC and NPHC specific programming during Preview Weekend.

To register: www.greekaffairs.ua.edu or www.alabamaifc.com UA Interfraternity Council @UA_IFC

The University of Alabama Alabama Interfraternity Council P. O. Box 11-55 Tuscaloosa, AL 35486

Please refer to the IFC website at www.alabamaifc.com to view the most current updates on recruitment as well as the Tuscaloosa Curfew Ordinance.