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Cal Poly IFC Mission Statement

The Gentlemen of the Cal Poly InterFraternity Council strive to experience an enriched college experience focused on six pillars. Leadership, Community, Scholarship, Unity, Sustainability, Professionalism are the tenets that make a fraternity man exemplary. We are leaders academically, philanthropically and socially with a commitment to achieve maximum potential in all aspects of life. As part of IFC we form lifelong friendships with our brothers and strive to leave a legacy.

Cal Poly Fraternity & Sorority Life Mission

MISSION: The mission of the Fraternity & Sorority Life office is to foster the learning and development of students who affiliate with the 37 social fraternities and sororities at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. The Fraternity & Sorority Life office will provide opportunities and support for our community to be a relevant and contributing part of fulfilling the mission of both the Dean of Students and the institution.

VISION: To accomplish our mission, the Fraternity & Sorority Life office will provide opportunities and support to meet the Standards of Excellence set within the five pillars of our community through the following:

Pillar 1 – Scholarship & Learning
To advance Scholarship & Learning, Fraternity & Sorority Life will promote academic excellence and intellectual growth through:
Advocating for our community to achieve academic standards above the all-student average
Promoting success of all members through recognition and accountability initiatives
Providing a system of support to assist students in meeting their educational and personal goals
Providing opportunities for students to integrate in-class and out-of-class learning
Complementing the academic mission of the university

Pillar 2 – Leadership & Values
To advance Leadership & Values, Fraternity & Sorority Life will maximize the potential and abilities of our students through:
Advocating for congruence with the ritual and values of our chapters, councils, and community
Providing opportunities for self-governance, and organizational leadership and development
Providing education and experience in leadership, collaboration, identity development, personal & moral development
Connecting members to leadership opportunities across campus, in the local community, and within their national or international organizations

Pillar 3 – Community Service & Philanthropy
To advance Service & Philanthropy, Fraternity & Sorority Life will encourage a culture of community engagement and volunteerism through:
Advocating for students to lead positive change on campus and in our surrounding community
Supporting chapter’s efforts to advance espoused philanthropy and service interests
Providing opportunities for community service, service-learning, and philanthropic projects
Providing systems for chapter and individual recognition, and community reports to demonstrate impact

Pillar 4 – Safety & Risk Management
To advance Safety & Risk Management, Fraternity & Sorority Life will prioritize individual and community safety/accountability through:
Coordinating life safety, facility management, and risk management programs in conjunction with local agencies
Assessing and taking action to mitigate potential risks
Implementing and enforcing a party registration process/training that outlines and teaches chapter leaders on safe event procedures
Ensuring a zero tolerance for hazing, bullying, sexual assault, violence or hate of any kind

Pillar 5 – Brotherhood & Sisterhood
To advance Brotherhood & Sisterhood, Fraternity & Sorority Life will cultivate an inclusive and respectful interfraternal community through:
Advocating for collaboration and appreciation amongst chapters, councils, and community
Modifying or removing policies, practices, systems, technologies, facilities, and structures that create barriers or produce inequities
Providing open recruitment opportunities to those seeking connection, meaning, and purpose
Promoting lifelong involvement by providing connection for members beyond graduation

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