About | Cal Poly IFC

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 Greek Life Purpose Statement

The office will support the mission of Dean of Students by:

Holding Greek members accountable to the values of their organizations through mentorship and advocacy
Supporting Greek members to become ethical leaders and to fulfill the mission of their organizations
Collaborating with the university and San Luis Obispo communities, as well as national Greek organizations to support our chapters’ short and long-term goals

Important Documents and Policies

IFC Weekly Meeting Minutes

Policies

Fraternity and Sorority Judicial Council Manual
Party Registration
University Investigation Processes
Advisor Requirements
Reported Violations from Cal Poly Housing
Suspensions and Probations
Judicial Hearing Process
Code of Conduct
Academic Policy
Sexual Assault Policy
No Hazing Policy
Alcohol and Drugs Policy

IFC Bylaws

Deferred Recruitment Compromise
IFC Athletics Policy
IFC Bylaws 2014-2015
IFC Community Service Policy
IFC Fining Policy
IFC Judicial Policy
IFC Recruitment Policy

Judicial

Fraternity and Sorority Judicial Council Manual

Suspensions and Probations

Pi Kappa Alpha
Chapter suspended officially on November 3rd, 2014.
Chapter is currently under Administrative Suspension from Pi Kappa Alpha Headquarters.
Delta Sigma Phi
On “warning” status from Delta Sigma Phi Headquarters.
This includes social probation which is defined by any and all chapter activities prohibiting the consumption of alcohol until September 2015.
Sigma Nu
Sanctions Imposed Spring 2016
Violation of Cal Poly Fraternity and Sorority Life Alcohol and Drugs Policy
Violation of Cal Poly Party Registration Policy Articles IV, IX

Party Registration Violations

Disaffiliations

Organizations that have lost affiliation with the University

ΔΤ – Delta Tau
ΚΧ – Kappa Chi
Violated probation status that resulted in disaffiliation with Cal Poly IFC.
Violations included minors in possession of alcohol and unruly social gatherings.
ΣΧ – Sigma Chi
Reinstatement will not be considered prior to 2025.
Violated probation status that resulted in disaffiliation with Cal Poly IFC.
Violations included minors in possession of alcohol and hazing. This resulted in a 25 year suspension.
ΣΑΕ – Sigma Alpha Epsilon
Reinstatement will not be considered prior to December 2, 2033.
Hazing – alcohol to minors resulting in a death.
ΣΦΕ – Sigma Phi Epsilon
Reinstatement will not be considered prior to June 30, 2017.
Providing alcohol to minors, purchasing and serving alcohol in bulk at an open party with unrestricted access by non-member.

For Parents

The Greek Life office oversees 35 social fraternities and sororities. Social is defined as any Greek lettered organization that exists for the purpose of creating a network of students, fostering friendships, and fulfilling a particular mission that is complimentary to the university. Social fraternities and sororities are not directly tied to any college, major, or academic purpose (i.e. honor societies) but chapters do excel in academics with members representing all majors and colleges at Cal Poly. The 35 chapters are divided into three councils:
Cal Poly Greek Life
Panhellenic Council (PHA)
United Sorority and Fraternity Council (USFC)

Academics

Our chapters strive to set the standard for academic achievement among all Cal Poly student organizations. Click here for the most up to date grade reports.

Dues

Depending on the chapter and council, dues will vary in price. Most chapters charge on a quarterly basis (summer dues are not charged).
IFC dues average $200 – $350 per quarter
Panhellenic dues average $300 – $450 per quarter
USFC dues average $50 – $100 per quarter

Housing

Some chapters have housing available for students, but housing is not regulated by Cal Poly. All contracts, agreements, and living situations at any fraternity or sorority house must be handled through the chapter and the master lease holder.

Religion Based Greek Organizations

Due to California Title 5 non-compliance the following organizations are not recognized by Cal Poly:
Alpha Gamma Omega
Alpha Delta Chi
Such organizations require members to have an affiliation to a particular religion and therefore cannot be sponsored by the university. These organizations are separate from the university but have chapters in San Luis Obispo for anyone interested in joining.