IFC Viewbook 2023

UPENN INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL

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A B O U T I F C

The University of Pennsylvania Interfraternity Council is comprised of 23 men’s fraternities and 1 co-ed/genderinclusive fraternities. As a longstanding university with a rich history, many organizations have been present on Penn’s campus for more than 100 years. The history and traditions of each chapter continue to inspire long-lasting community, leadership, and alumni support.

Belonging

Support

Thriving at Penn is about finding people you can count on. Our fraternities look like events, philanthropy, and houses to outsiders, but what makes our brotherhoods impactful are the close, reallife, and genuine relationships that last a lifetime.

College is a fun, exciting time of your lives, but it can also be challenging. As you experience the highs and lows of school and life, you are surrounded by a group of people who have pledged to support and care for you.

More Greek Councils at UPenn The Panhellenic Council (PHC) is comprised of 7 sororities. Each member organization of PHC at Penn is a part of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC).

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There are two major periods in which PHC recruits new members to its sororities: Fall Continuous Open Bidding (COB) in the Fall semester, and Spring Primary Recruitment in the Spring semester.

All second-semester freshmen, as well as sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to participate in primary recruitment if they meet the eligibility requirements. Fall COB is only open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

The Intercultural Greek Council (IGC) is comprised of 4 fraternities and 7 sororities. Chapters of this council are a member of one of the national umbrella groups: National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO), National Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Panhellenic Association (NAPA), and National PanHellenic Council (NPHC). IGC chapters embrace a lifetime commitment and focus on academic achievement, cultural competence, and community service.

Intercultural Greek Council

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IGC conducts recruitment/intake processes which may include interest meetings and/or chapter-specific events. All secondsemester freshmen, as well as sophomores, juniors, and seniors, are eligible to participate in recruitment/intake if they meet the eligibility requirements for OFSL and the member organization.

Benefits of Greek Life Community Greek life gives students the chance to meet friends and like-minded people. It also gives you the chance to connect with people from other Greek organizations, and the chance to form intimate bonds with the brothers/siblings in ones organization.

Academic Support Fraternities consist of students across all years of undergraduate study. Many members will have the same major and can often be in the same classes.

This can lead to the formation of study groups, tutoring sessions, and study hours. Greek Life students at Penn also have a higher average GPA than non-Greek students.

Networking Participating in Greek life offers benefits once you've graduated. Many organizations have networks and alumni around the world that can help you find jobs, get career advice, and get resources after graduation. Many Greek members are leaders in their fields and you never know who you might meet through a Greek life connection.

Leadership Fraternities offer members the chances to gain leadership experience. As an officer of ones organization or as an officer on the IFC Board, Greek members have the opportunity to make important decisions, and practice cooperative leadership skills. These experiences also look good on a resume.

Potential New Member Eligibility Requirements

Full-time enrolled undergraduate student at the University of Pennsylvania

Have at least 4.0 course units completed on transcript

Cumulative GPA of at least 2.50

We are committed to the success of each individual student who decides to join our community. Because of this, we enforce the requirements above for people looking to join a chapter.

Interested in Recruitment?

Most Fraternities offer Fall and Spring Recruitment

Only second semester first year students are eligible for recruitment

Second year students and above can participate in Fall or Spring Recruitment if applicable

The IFC is currently a community of 25 recognized and active social fraternities: 23 are men’s-fraternities and 2 (Alpha Delta Phi Society and Delta Phi/St. Elmo Club) have co-ed/gender-inclusive memberships.

2023 Recruitment Schedule IFC Expo January 12th, 2023

Open Houses January 19th, 2023

IFC Expo is the perfect time to learn how the spring IFC recruitment process works, learn what you need to do to be eligible to join in the spring, and meet members from each of the IFC chapters. We request that potential members register on campus director during or prior to chapters events so that they can access your name and contact information to contact you for an invitation to their Invite Recruitment event(s).

IFC “Open House” is the time in which any interested students is able to visit the chapter of each organization across three prescribed time slots (67:30pm, 7:30-9pm, and 9-10:30p).

These events will be in chapter houses and schedule will be posted on campus director.

We request that potential members register on campus director prior to this day so that you have access to the exact schedule of which houses during which blocks. As back up they will be posted on @Penn.IFC Instagram and communicated to those who register on campus director.

2023 Recruitment Schedule Open Recruitment January 20-25th, 2023

Invite Recruitment January 26-30th, 2023

This stage of the process is similar to Open House, only events are now scheduled by the chapter.

This stage of the process is approximately a weekend long, and is similar to Open Recruitment, only events are now by invitation only. These events are in-person and may happen on campus or on trips to venues in Philadelphia.

Most events for Open Recruitment will happen in chapter houses or near campus.

This stage is about a week long so that potential members have time to explore many different chapters in the IFC. Time and location will differ by chapter and be shared through campus director, Instagram for IFC and the chapters.

We request that potential members register on campus director during or prior to chapters events so that they can access your name and contact information to contact you for an invitation to their Invite Recruitment event(s) or coffee chats.

2023 Recruitment Schedule Bid Day January 20-25th, 2023 The main closing event for IFC Recruitment is Bid Day, where all prospective members for IFC organizations gather to find out which organizations have extended them an invitation of membership.

Upon receiving a bid, students have 24 hours to submit their decision using Campus Director and complete a Greek Membership Affiliation Card (GMAC), which is submitted through Qualtrics to OFSL.

Sign up for recruitment via Campus Director

WELCOME HOME! Greek Life Housing at the University of Pennsylvania

Alpha Chi Rho History Alpha Chi Rho was founded on June 4, 1985.

Housing 219 South 36th Street

Philanthropy American Cancer Society Habitat for Humanity Autism Society of America Children's Wish Foundation

Fun Fact

"Be Men" "We are a very diverse group of brothers who strive to be men and have a great sense of community amongst ourselves to be the best we can be."

The Phi Phi Chapter at the University of Pennsylvania is the only Ivy league chapter of the organization.

Penn Chapter Phi Phi Chapter: @upennaxp Chapter founded in 1986.

Alpha Epsilon Pi History Alpha Epsilon Pi was founded on November 7, 1913.

Housing 4040 Walnut Street

Philanthropy Repair the World Fund

Fun Fact "AEPi is a tight-knit community in which brothers develop strong bonds with one another as well as develop crucial life skills.

From networking to philanthropy to memorable social experiences, AEPi has helped create friendships and family for every single brother that will last a lifetime."

The University of Pennsylvania Gamma Chapter of AEPi was originally founded in 1918!

Penn Chapter Gamma Chapter: @penn_aepi Chapter re-established in 2017.

Alpha Tau Omega History Alpha Tau Omega was founded on September 11, 1865.

Housing 225 South 39th St.

Philanthropy Beat the Streets Program

Fun Fact "To know No North, No South, No East, No West, But to Know Man as Man." Alpha Tau Omega is a fraternity focused on leadership development to help college men develop their ability to be effective leaders for a lifetime.

Alpha Tau Omega began because a young Civil War veteran wanted peace and reconciliation.

Penn Chapter Tau Chapter: @atoupenn Chapter founded in 1881.

Beta Theta Pi History Beta Theta Pi was founded on August 8, 1839.

Housing 3900 Spruce St.

Philanthropy Mac and Phis Social Justice COVID Relief

Fun Fact "Develop men of principle for a principled life."

"Beta Theta Pi are men of principle who value mutual assistance, intellectual growth, trust, responsible conduct, and integrity."

Beta Theta Pi was the first college fraternity founded west of the Allegheny Mountains.

Penn Chapter Phi Chapter: @betaupenn Chapter founded in 1880.

Delta Kappa Epsilon History Delta Kappa Epsilon was founded on June 22, 1844.

Housing 307 South 39th St.

Philanthropy Public Outreach in the West Philadelphia and Greater Philadelphia regions.

Fun Fact "Friends From the Heart, Forever" "The men of DKE are equal proportions the Gentleman, the Scholar and the Jolly Good Fellow."

DKE has produced multiple presidents including Rutherford B. Hayes, Theodore Roosevelt, Gerald Ford, George H. W. Bush, and George W. Bush.

Penn Chapter Delta Kappa Chapter: @upenndke Chapter founded in 1899.

Delta Phi History Delta Phi was founded on November 17, 1827.

Housing 3627 Locust Walk

Philanthropy "Speakeasies" Puentes de Salud, SpArc Philadelphia, Lutheran Settlement House, Books Through Bars American Red Cross

"Semper Ubique " Delta Phi, more commonly known as the St. Elmo Club of Philadelphia (or simply St. Elmo), is a genderinclusive space that was founded on Penn's campus in 1849, making it one of the University's oldest fraternities. Our fraternity went co-ed in 1983 and since then, we have continuously championed inclusion, diversity, and acceptance among our membership and in all events that we host for the broader Penn community.

Fun Fact Nationally, Delta Phi is a member of the Union Triad, the three oldest fraternal organizations in the U.S.!

Penn Chapter Eta Chapter Chapter founded in 1849.

Delta Psi History Delta Psi was founded on January 17, 1847.

Housing 3637 Locust Walk

Philanthropy Helping Hands First Generation Investors The Semper Fi Fund.

Fun Fact "Saint Anthony Hall is a vibrant, multi-faceted organization that has supported the academic and leadership development of its members for more than 170 years."

Brothers share meals together every day as a part of our chapter meal plan prepared by their fantastic chef.

Penn Chapter Delta Chapter: @stanthonyhall Chapter founded in 1854.

Kappa Alpha Society History Kappa Alpha Society was founded on November 26, 1825.

Housing 124 South 39th St.

Philanthropy John Hart Hunter Educational Foundation Inc.

Fun Fact "No Better Boys You'll Find Than the Chosen Sons of KA" "Kappa Alpha focuses on the development of its undergraduate members and nurtures lifelong friendships among its vibrant alumni network."

Kappa Alpha was the progenitor of the modern fraternity system in the US. It was the first of the fraternities which would eventually become known as the Union Triad.

Penn Chapter PA Beta Chapter: @kasociety.upenn Chapter founded in 1913.

Kappa Sigma History Kappa Sigma was founded on December 10, 1869.

Housing 3706 Locust Walk

Philanthropy Scott Mackler 5K Run for ALS Military Heroes Campaign Equal Justice Initiative Fundraiser

Fun Fact "Bologna Teaches" "Kappa Sigma prides ourselves on our strong brotherhood, inclusivity, and our ability to build leaders."

Kappa Sigma traces its fraternal roots all the way back to the year 1400!

Penn Chapter Alpha Epsilon Chapter Chapter founded in 1892.

Phi Delta Theta History Phi Delta Theta was founded on December 26, 1848.

Housing 3700 Locust Walk

Philanthropy LiveLikeLou Foundation DREAM Mentor Program.

Fun Fact "We enjoy life by the help and society of others"

Their brotherhood has a dedicated group of Premier League Soccer fans.

"Phi Delta Theta is centered on the potential of each brother, the unquenchable thirst for personal development and the lifelong values of friendship, sound learning and rectitude."

Penn Chapter PA Zeta Chapter: @phideltupenn Chapter founded in 1883.

Phi Gamma Delta History Phi Gamma Delta was founded on May 1, 1848.

Housing 3619 Locust Walk

Philanthropy MARS Make A Wish Foundation Cancer Research Sunday Breakfast Club

"Friendship, the Sweetest Influence" "The Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity (better known as Fiji) seeks to build courageous leaders. Valuing friendship, knowledge, service, morality, and excellence the beta chapter prides itself on these values that bring together this tight-knit brotherhood."

Fun Fact Famous Fiji's include Phil Knight (founder of Nike) and Seth Meyers (SNL and Late Night).

Penn Chapter Beta Chapter: @upennfiji Chapter founded in 1881.

Phi Kappa Psi History Phi Kappa Psi was founded on February 18, 1852.

Housing 3934 Spruce St.

Philanthropy Distracted Driving LAWLapalooza in benefit of the Boys & Girls Club of Philadelphia.

Fun Fact

"Live Ever Die Never" "Phi Kappa Psi has a very strong brotherhood and valuable feeling of community."

Sportsmen including Heisman Trophy winner Nile Kinnick, and Olympic gold medalists 7-time gold swimmer Mark Spitz were all members of Phi Psi.

Penn Chapter PA Iota Chapter: @phipsipenn Chapter founded in 1877.

Pi Kappa Alpha History Pi Kappa Alpha was founded on March 1, 1868.

Housing 3916 Spruce St.

Philanthropy St. Judes Children's Research Hospital, The Wounded Warrior Project, and The National Fallen Firefighter Foundation.

"Once a Pike, Always a Pike" "Pi Kappa Alpha is dedicated to developing men of integrity, intellect, and high moral character and to fostering a truly lifelong fraternal experience."

Fun Fact Pike is one of the largest fraternities in the country.

Penn Chapter Beta Pi Chapter: @upennpikes Chapter founded in 1920.

Psi Upsilon History Psi Upsilon was founded on November 24, 1833.

Housing 250 South 36th St.

Philanthropy Beau Biden Foundation, GreenDrop, Memorial Sloan Ketteting Cancer Center, Dividendo Voluntario, Purple Heart Foundation, and Homewards Initiative

"Unto us has befallen a mighty friendship" "Psi Upsilon promotes their values of Lifelong Friendship, Moral Leadership, Intellectual Engagement, Responsible Social Conduct, and Service to Society."

Fun Fact Throughout the year, they host a Speaker Series on various topics.

Penn Chapter Tau Chapter: @upennpsiu Chapter founded in 1891.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon History Sigma Alpha Epsilon was founded on March 9, 1856.

Housing 3908 Spruce St.

Philanthropy Project HOME Sigma Alpha Epsilon Foundation.

Fun Fact

"Brighter from Obscurity" "We emphasize both being social and having strong values. We are guided by the True Gentleman code which is at the core of who we are as a fraternity."

Nationally SAE has over 336,000 lifetime members, the most of any fraternity organization in the world.

Penn Chapter PA Theta Chapter: @upennsae Chapter founded in 1901.

Sigma Alpha Mu History Sigma Alpha Epsilon was founded on November 26, 1909

Housing 3817 Walnut St.

Philanthropy Alzheimer's Association The Judy Fund Out of the Darkness Walk for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Fun Fact "Sigma Alpha Mu instills strong fraternal values, offering social and service opportunities, encouraging academic excellence and teaching leadership skills."

Sigma Alpha Mu helped Jewish refugees escape from Europe throughout the 1930s.

Penn Chapter Theta Chapter Chapter founded in 1914.

Sigma Chi History Sigma Chi was founded on June 18, 1855.

Housing 3809 Locust Walk

Philanthropy Huntsman Cancer Institute

Fun Fact "In This Sign You Shall Conquer" "Over the course of the nearly century-and-a-half that has transpired since its founding, the Phi Phi Chapter has initiated over 2,000 brothers and has made an indelible and positive impact on generations of young men."

John Wayne (USC Sigma Chi '29) once said “Men join fraternities, leaders of men join Sigma Chi.”

Penn Chapter Theta Chapter: @upennsigmachi Chapter founded in 1875-1877.

Re-established in 1896.

Sigma Nu History Sigma Nu was founded on January 1, 1869.

Housing 3819 Walnut St.

Philanthropy American Red Cross (Blood Drives) Black Lives Matter Organizations Poll Working Ray of Hope Project

"Love, Honor, Truth" "Sigma Nu prides itself on fostering an open and friendly environment. Through a variety of social events, Sigma Nu provides a nice break from the rigors of academia while still allowing brothers to focus on school and their futures. Our brothers support each other and have fun together, and the bonds of friendship forged between brothers extend both personally and professionally beyond college."

Fun Fact Dean Furda was a member of Sigma Nu during his undergraduate years at UPenn.

Penn Chapter Beta Rho Chapter: @upennsigmanu Chapter founded in 1894.

Sigma Phi Epsilon History Sigma Phi Epsilon was founded on November 1, 1901.

Housing 4028 Walnut St.

Philanthropy Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Annual Car Smash Annual Blood Drive Mental Health Initiatives

Fun Fact "Building Balanced Men; Virtue, Diligence, and Brotherly Love. "

SigEp Penn Delta is the longest continually running Sigma Phi Epsilon chapter in the nation.

"Our mission statement is Building Balanced Men, which permeates our expectations for membership.

Our Chapter is comprised of motivated gentlemen from diverse backgrounds, engaging in numerous extracurriculars on campus, and pursuing various careers."

Penn Chapter PA Delta Chapter: @sigepupenn Chapter founded in 1904.

Tau Epsilon Phi History Sigma Phi Epsilon was founded on October 10, 1910.

Housing 3805 Walnut St.

Philanthropy Our Military Kids, Inc. Suicide Prevention Walk

Fun Fact "Friendship, Chivalry, Service " "Tau Epsilon Phi Members practice friendship, chivalry, and service. We like to cohost events with the Penn bands. We received the Robert Lucid Award for Academic Excellence for obtaining the highest chapter GPA in the IFC in 2020."

President Dwight Eisenhower joined TEP.

Penn Chapter Rho Chapter: @upenntep Chapter founded in 1921.

Zeta Beta Tau History Zeta Beta Tau was founded on December 29, 1898.

Housing 235 South 39th St.

Philanthropy No-Shave November Donation Matching Campaign Against Racial Injustice Fundraiser for St. Jude's Children's Hospital

Fun Fact "Brotherhood for a Lifetime" "A brotherhood of around 65 members that takes 20-25 new members each Spring."

ZBT is the world’s first Jewish fraternity and the first fraternity to abolish a pledging/new member process.

Penn Chapter Theta Chapter Chapter founded in 1907.

Zeta Psi History Zeta Psi was founded on June 1, 1847.

Housing 3337 Walnut St.

Philanthropy COVID relief Ronald McDonald House of Philadelphia Arca de Noe Pre-School

Fun Fact "Zeta Psi members are committed to the development of leadership, character, and intellect – and to the service of their brothers, their communities, and mankind."

The Zeta Psi Chapter House has the oldest pool table in Philadelphia.

Penn Chapter Sigma Chapter Chapter founded in 1850.

Student Health & Counseling Formally known as the Student Health Service and CAPS, Student Health and Counseling offers clinical services to all Penn students.

Medical: 215-746-3535 | Counseling : 215-898-7021

Penn Violence Prevention

Engages the Penn community in the prevention of sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking, and sexual harassment on campus.

PVP: 215.746.2642

Weingarten Center: Academic Support Weingarten Center: Disability Services

Campus Resources

Academic support provided by Weingarten includes learning consultations, tutoring, and interactive programs as students develop learning strategies and content knowledge to further their academic and professional goals.

Services for students who self-identify with a disability to ensure equal access to all University programs, activities, and services such as academic accomodations and accessible housing, dining, communication, and technology.

Weingarten Center: 215-573-9235

Weingarten Center: 215-573-9235

Penn Benjamins

A student-run organization offering shortterm, confidential peer listening and referral services to Penn undergraduates. pennbenjamins.weebly.com

Reach a Peer Helpline (RAP Line) Peer help line that provides confidential peer support, information, and referrals to all Penn students.

24/7 Text Line: 215-515-7332 | Phone: 215-573-2727

Medical Emergency Response Team The University of Pennsylvania Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT) is a student-run service organization providing emergency medical services to the University community.

MERT: 215-573-3333

Public Health & Wellness Formally Campus Health, the division that seeks to create a community of care through advocacy, education, and action. This includes disease surveillance and prevention, health education and promotion, campus health policies, and immunization and insurance compliance.

Immunization & Insurance : 215-746-4200 Public Health: 215-898-0300

Career Services Offers advising sessions, workshops, alumni networks, and a variety of online resources for students and alumni to obtain post-graduate and internship positions as well as graduate and professional school admission.

Career Services: 215-898-7531

Cultural Resource Centers LGBT Center: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Center 3907 Spruce St. 215-898-5044

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La Casa Latina: The Center for Hispanic Excellence 3601 Locust Walk, Ste G-12 215-746-6043

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PAACH: Pan-Asian American Community House 3601 Locust Walk, Ste G-22 215-746-6046

GIC: Greenfield Intercultural Center 3708 Chestnut St.

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Makuu: The Black Cultural Center 3601 Locust Walk, Ste G-17 215-573-0823

PWC: Penn Women's Center 3643 Locust Walk 215-898-8611

University Life Central Administration 3611 Locust Walk 215-898-6081

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