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Fraternity & Sorority Life

Welcome to Fraternity & Sorority Life

The fraternity and sorority community at the University of Michigan was founded in 1845 when two national fraternities established chapters in Ann Arbor. Thirty-four years later, the first sorority received its charter, recognizing the importance, values and principles of fraternal organizations for both men and women. In 1909, the community expanded with the chartering of the first traditionally African-American fraternity.

In future years, the addition of several multicultural fraternities and sororities made Michigan's fraternity & sorority community the unique and culturally diverse student experience it is today. Our community has grown to over 6,000 students within 4 councils. The Interfraternity Council (IFC), the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), and the Panhellenic Association (Panhel) pride themselves on individuality, while recognizing common values and principles.

National Hazing Prevention Week 2018

National Hazing Prevention Week (NHPW) is an opportunity for organizations, communities, schools, campuses, and individuals to raise awareness, educate and promote the prevention of hazing. The University of Michigan Fraternity and Sorority Life office  is proud to join other schools and groups in recognizing NHPW September 24-28, 2018.

IFC Chapter Recognition Status Statement

Following the recent approval of city zoning regulations that impact fraternity and sorority facilities by requiring organizations maintain affiliation with the university for special permitting, several chapters within U-M’s Interfraternity Council have expressed desire/s to disaffiliate from the university.

Registration for Panhellenic and IFC Fall 2018 Recruitment

We are excited that you are interested in pursuing membership in one of our fraternities or sororities. Click here to learn more about the ways to join our community. If you are ready to register for Panhellenic Formal Recruitment or for Interfraternity Council Recuitment click on the title.

Multicultural Greek Council Spring 2018 Gala

In  March 2018,  the Multicultural Greek Council hosted their 5th Annual MGC Spring Gala, raising $1,101 for Beyond Basics. Beyond Basics is a literacy non-profit serving students in Detroit public schools since 2002. The Spring Gala donation will help Beyond Basics administer their Read to Rise Literacy Suite of reading, writing, and mentoring programs, helping children achieve grade-level or higher reading proficiency in 6-weeks.

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