Policies
Recognition Policy
Sororities and fraternities have a historical association with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. When managed responsibly by international and local chapters, and officers, they offer students a valuable social and learning experience. It is the policy of the University, therefore, to offer eligible sororities and fraternities an opportunity to fulfill this purpose by extending them certain privileges, services, and resources.
Chapter Expectations
In the 2023-2024 academic year, the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life, in collaboration with the Center for Involvement and Leadership and the Division of Student Affairs, introduced a new initiative designed to enhance the experience of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s fraternity and sorority chapters. This initiative is based on input from students, faculty, staff, and fraternity and sorority professionals, with a focus on helping chapters return to the core values upon which they were founded.
Drawing inspiration from successful models across the nation, the university has introduced a program aimed at reinforcing these values while fostering personal and academic growth. The new initiative builds upon the foundation set by previous efforts, including the “Foundation for the Future” program at other institutions, and is designed to elevate ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s fraternity and sorority life communities through improvements in areas such as academics, leadership, and programming.
This renewed effort reflects Salisbury’s commitment to providing a strong framework for fraternity and sorority life, helping students develop leadership skills, engage in community service, and achieve academic success. As part of this, Chapter Expectations will serve as a key guide for the continued growth and development of fraternity and sorority life at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø.
Intake & New Member Policy
The Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life seeks to empower all of our recognized fraternities and sororities to uphold their guiding principles. Our belief is that every new member education and intake program should strengthen a new member’s academic excellence, civic engagement, individual respect & responsibility, and leadership development. Learn more about university expectations for new member intake and education below.