Questions about activities specific to a certain chapter (i.e. move-in dates or other housing issues, parents’ weekend, chapter bills, etc.) should be directed to the chapter president. You can find contact information for fraternity and sorority presidents on their chapter page here on our site. If you are uncomfortable discussing an issue with a student, the staff at Fraternity and Sorority Affairs can direct you to an alumni advisor, graduate advisor, or the inter/national headquarters.

Fraternities and sororities were first founded in the late 1700’s as opportunities for students to gather outside of the classroom to debate and discuss their coursework free from professors and other administrators. As these literary societies evolved, friendship, campus leadership, and service to others also became part of their organizational mission.

These concepts of leadership, scholarship, service, and friendship for life still exist in today’s fraternities and sororities. No matter what fraternity or sorority a student may join, members participate in programs that encourage academic success, offer opportunities to serve the community, lead their peers, and develop deep friendships. Membership in a fraternity or sorority lasts a lifetime. While other student organizations have a membership expiration date, fraternity/sorority membership goes with students as they graduate and begin their life’s work.

University recognized fraternities/sororities work closely with the Fraternity & Sorority Affairs office. They are held accountable to University policies and can participate in community and University sponsored programs.

Unfortunately, some fraternities and sororities engage in behaviors inconsistent with the expectations and policies of the institution and/or national organization. While many organizations that lose recognition for conduct violations will typically close the chapter, some may continue (with Headquarters' support) to operate and will still recruit members. Other organizations might voluntarily end their relationship with the University of Illinois and may continue to operate.

Fraternity & Sorority Affairs urges students and their parents/family members to avoid groups currently functioning without university recognition. To see the current listing of organizations that have had their recognition revoked or have ended their relationship with the university visit our Organization Status page. Also, you’ll see a listing of recognized organizations that may have been sanctioned with a specific status due to lesser behaviors that have not warranted revocation of recognition.

Fraternity/sorority housing is privately owned. The properties are owned and operated by a house corporation OR leased and operated by a house corporation. NONE of the fraternity/sorority houses are owned or operated by the university.

Certified facilities are those facilities whose House Corporations have decided to opt into the Private Certified Housing Program through the University of Illinois. These facilities have specific expectations and requirements in order to maintain certification. Questions about the Certification program can be directed to the Certified Housing Office.

A House Corporation is responsible for the execution of leases, the collection of rent, and/or the administration of any policies regarding the need for members to live in the chapter’s facility. Your son/daughter should obtain a copy of the lease before they sign it, son/daughter signs it, any questions you or your son/daughter have should be answered by the House Corporation President (an adult advisor in charge of the property) and your son/daughter should understand the conduct or situations that might give the organization cause to break that lease with your student. The lease your son/daughter signs is a legal document, and they will be expected to honor all provisions outlined in the lease, including the payment of rent.

Violations of the Student Code such as hazing are handled through the Office for Student Conflict Resolution. In order to report a violation of the student code, please visit How to Report a Violation for information on the steps to take.

Violations of the university's Sexual Misconduct Policy are handled by Title IX Office. To report an incident involving sexual misconduct, visit this page to learn more about resources and reporting options.

If you feel that a bias-motivated incident has occurred please visit Campus Belonging to report.

If you have other concerns or are unsure of where to report, please reach out to the FSA Staff for assistance.