Our Chapters

For a fraternity or sorority chapter to be recognized at the University at Buffalo, it must also be recognized by its headquarters. Chapters maintain University recognition by upholding the standards and expectations outlined for all fraternities and sororities. Below you’ll find a list of chapters that are currently recognized by the University at Buffalo, organized by council.

Sororities, Fraternities and Provisional Groups

In This Section

Panhellenic Council

The National Panhellenic Council (NPC) identity centers on advancing the women’s-only sorority experience by fostering thriving communities based on belonging, collaboration, relevance, and respect. The NPC is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse community, and is guided by principles of sisterhood, leadership, service, and academic excellence.

**associate member chapter of the UB Panhellenic Association

Fraternity Council

The Fraternity Council is the governing body for fraternities affiliated with the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC), Fraternity Forward Coalition (FFC), as well as independent men’s chapters. These men’s-only fraternal organizations are built on the shared values of leadership, scholarship, and service. Joining a fraternity is an opportunity to make lifelong connections while developing skills that will serve you long after graduation.

*Provisional group

United Council of Cultural Fraternities and Sororities

UCCFS is the governing body for the University at Buffalo’s culturally based fraternities and sororities. These organizations are united by shared values of cultural awareness, community service, academic achievement, and leadership development. 

Social Greek Honor Societies

The University at Buffalo features three Greek-letter honor societies for members of social fraternities and sororities. These organizations require applications, which are sent to rostered members each semester.

  • Order of Omega: A national leadership honor society for juniors and seniors. Selected members are within the top 3% of Greek students and must exemplify high standards of scholarship, leadership, and community involvement.
  • Gamma Sigma Alpha: A national academic honor society for juniors and seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
  • Rho Lambda: A national Sorority Leadership society which honors women in the sorority community who have exhibited outstanding service and leadership.

Provisional Groups are organizations that are working to become established on campus, sometimes referred to as colonies or emerging chapters. They will be hosting recruitment and informational sessions while working to gain full recognition.

Academic Organizations and Honor Societies

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