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App State shares biannual status report of its fraternities and sororities

By Linda Coutant
Posted Dec. 16, 2020 at 4:06 p.m.

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University has released a status report of its fraternities and sororities as of late fall 2020. The university has nine recognized women’s fraternities and sororities in its Panhellenic Council, seven recognized chapters in its National Pan-Hellenic Council and 14 recognized organizations in its Interfraternity Council.

App State has hosted fraternities and sororities for more than 40 years. More than 2,000 students currently hold membership in these organizations, which value service, scholarship, friendship and leadership.

The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life in the Division of Student Affairs works with the organizations on students’ holistic development and success, the cultivation of inclusive spaces and communities, and the fostering of meaningful relationships and lifelong learning.

Panhellenic Council women’s fraternities and sororities

Currently recognized fraternities and sororities within App State’s Panhellenic Council:

  • Alpha Delta Pi.
  • Alpha Omicron Pi.
  • Alpha Phi.
  • Alpha Gamma Delta.
  • Chi Omega.
  • Delta Zeta.
  • Kappa Delta.
  • Sigma Kappa.
  • Zeta Tau Alpha.

All of these organizations are in good standing with App State and the organizations’ national offices.

Recognized National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations

Currently recognized organizations within App State’s National Pan-Hellenic Council, which represents historically African American sororities and fraternities:

  • Pi Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
  • Psi Mu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.
  • Mu Omicron Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc.
  • Omicron Kappa Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
  • Rho Theta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
  • Mu Upsilon Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.
  • Alpha Alpha Rho Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.

All of these organizations are in good standing with App State and the organizations’ national offices.

Interfraternity Council fraternities

Currently recognized fraternities within App State’s Interfraternity Council that are in good standing with App State and the organizations’ national offices:

  • Kappa Alpha.
  • Alpha Tau Omega.
  • Delta Tau Delta.
  • Alpha Epsilon Pi.
  • Kappa Sigma.
  • Phi Gamma Delta.
  • Lambda Chi Alpha.
  • Phi Sigma Kappa.
  • Alpha Sigma Phi.
  • Theta Chi.

Currently recognized fraternities within App State’s Interfraternity Council that are under sanctions and/or investigation with App State and/or the organizations’ national offices:

  • Delta Chi — University probation and social restriction through Aug. 31, 2021, due to an unregistered party and violation of North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper’s executive orders on maximum capacity for gatherings due to COVID-19. Sanctioned Oct. 23.
  • Sigma Nu — University social restriction in place through March 14, 2021, due to an unregistered party and violation of Cooper’s executive orders on maximum capacity for gatherings due to COVID-19. Sanctioned Nov. 6.
  • Delta Sigma Phi — University social restriction in place through Jan. 31, 2021, due to an unregistered party. Sanctioned Nov. 6.
  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon — Under investigation by SAE National Office as of Dec. 2 regarding allegations of an unregistered party.

App State no longer recognizes Pi Kappa Phi, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Phi Kappa Tau, Pi Kappa Alpha and Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternities.

More information about fraternity and sorority life at App State.

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App State student leaders set safety guidelines and actions for returning fraternity and sorority members
App State student leaders set safety guidelines and actions for returning fraternity and sorority members
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Leadership of Appalachian’s fraternities and sororities have issued a joint statement that outlines guidelines and actions for the safety of students and others in the community returning to campus during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Fraternity and Sorority Life

The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (OFSL) focuses on scholarship, community service, philanthropy, leadership development and friendship. As a part of the Campus Activities Office and the Department of Student Engagement and Leadership, they are committed to the holistic development and success of all students, the cultivation of inclusive spaces and communities, and the fostering of meaningful relationships and lifelong learning.

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About the Division of Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs at Appalachian State University is committed to the development of lifelong learners and leaders by engaging and challenging students within a culture of care and inclusion. The division consists of 16 units that offer activities and services to help students develop more fully by becoming global learners, fostering healthy relationships, appreciating diversity and different perspectives, understanding community responsibility, enhancing self-awareness, developing autonomy and living ethically. These units include the Career Development Center, Campus Activities, Office of Community-Engaged Leadership, Wellness and Prevention Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Student Health Service, Parent and Family Services, University Housing, Student Conduct, University Recreation, Intercultural Student Affairs, Student Legal Clinic and Off-Campus Student Services, Electronic Student Services, Child Development Center, and Staff Development and Strategic Initiatives. Learn more at https://studentaffairs.appstate.edu.

About Appalachian State University

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives. App State is one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina System, with a national reputation for innovative teaching and opening access to a high-quality, affordable education for all. The university enrolls more than 21,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 80 graduate majors at its Boone and Hickory campuses and through App State Online. Learn more at https://www.appstate.edu.

App State student leaders set safety guidelines and actions for returning fraternity and sorority members
App State student leaders set safety guidelines and actions for returning fraternity and sorority members
Aug. 4, 2020

Leadership of Appalachian’s fraternities and sororities have issued a joint statement that outlines guidelines and actions for the safety of students and others in the community returning to campus during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Read the story
Fraternity and Sorority Life
Fraternity and Sorority Life

The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (OFSL) focuses on scholarship, community service, philanthropy, leadership development and friendship. As a part of the Campus Activities Office and the Department of Student Engagement and Leadership, they are committed to the holistic development and success of all students, the cultivation of inclusive spaces and communities, and the fostering of meaningful relationships and lifelong learning.

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