Fraternity and Sorority Life

There are groups of University students that wrongfully attempt to function and are not recognized by the University. These unrecognized groups have that status for a reason, and it’s in your best interest to avoid them. For your own well being — and to avoid disciplinary action including potential expulsion — we discourage you from attending their events and from affiliating with these organizations.

Affiliation with these groups is a violation of the UB Student Code of Conduct and puts students at risk for suspension and/or expulsion from the University. The University at Buffalo does not advise nor control the actions of these off-campus groups. Typically, the instances of hazing are high for these groups as well. University policy, effective fall 2004, in accordance with SUNY policy changes, mandates a permanent transcript notation for students who are found to be responsible for hazing incidents that involve the injury of another person.

These groups have been advised by the University and their former national headquarters to cease all operations, including recruitment, education, induction of new members and the sponsoring of and/or participation in on- or off-campus programs. Failure to abide by these conditions on campus will subject students to on-campus judicial proceedings. All activities are subject to litigation by the legitimate national organizations.

As a student, if you are recruited by or have questions about unrecognized student groups, please contact Fraternity and Sorority Life.

UB has numerous guidelines and policies related to fraternities and sororities. You can find these guidelines and policies on the Student Life page.

Please note that Fraternity and Sorority Life does not provide advisement and coordination for the Greek-lettered academic fraternal organizations and honor societies. Please consult with your academic department for available information.