What does sands mean in a sorority?

Sands: NPHC term referring to a member that crossed/was initiated the same semester and year as yourself — though they do not have to belong to the same organization. Comes from the phrase “cross the burning sands” which means to cross over (become initiated) into full membership.

What is a line sister?

Two line sisters have passed away since the group was initiated. A “line” is a group or class that is initiated into a sorority or fraternity together.

What is a frat baby?

/ˈfræt ˌbɔɪ/ us. /ˈfræt ˌbɔɪ/ a young man who belongs to a college fraternity, and who behaves in the noisy or silly way that is thought to be typical of fraternity members: He had been out drinking with the frat boys. Organizations – position & status.

What is the president of a fraternity called?

The council is made up of the president of each fraternity chapter and lead by an Executive Council. The Executive Council is composed of men elected from the member fraternities for 11 positions. A common way to refer to the larger fraternity or sorority with a chapter on a college campus.

What does the Interfraternity Council do?

We, the Interfraternity Council, exist to promote the shared interests and values of our member fraternities: leadership, service, brotherhood and scholarship. We believe in Fraternity and that the shared values of Fraternity drive the IFC to create better communities, better chapters and better men.

What is the alcohol policy for NIC fraternities?

RESOLUTION (Adopted Aug. 27, 2018): Each NIC member fraternity will adopt and implement a policy by Sept. 1, 2019, that prohibits the presence of alcohol…

What can fraternities do to shape the future?

Fraternities must provide leadership to shape our future, and IFC and fraternity leaders on your campus are the force that can drive that positively change on campus. The NIC is here to support your efforts in your fraternity community. The NIC’s Campus Support Model assists councils by providing increased training and resources.

What do fraternities teach members?

Fraternities teach members the importance of civic engagement. Comprehensive leadership programs teach values-based management skills to our members. By September 1, 2019, NIC member organizations will evaluate their documents to determine if they are consistent with the following guidelines. As autonomous and…