Regroup • Rebuild • Progress
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We know that this has been a challenging semester for everyone. When we envisioned how we wanted this fall to go, in no way did it look like this. But, here we are. It may still be too soon to feel it, but challenges like this semester will truly make our community stronger. Being able to turn what is perceived as a negative into a positive is a sign of strong leadership.
At a time where everyone's eyes are on us it is important that we use it to our advantage. We must work together as a community to show what makes sorority and fraternity special. To show them the values that we subscribe our lives to day in and day out. Use your social media for good and share the stories of your brothers and sisters. Work hard this holiday season to give back to a community that needs it so desperately. Lean on one another for support, and don't be afraid to hold each other accountable to your standards and expectations.
As an office, we are here for you. We are here to help guide, encourage, and support you. We are here to share your stories, advocate for you, and be your champion. We are also here to help get you back on the right path when you may wander off in the wrong direction. We are in this together. Because we truly believe that when fraternity and sorority is done right, it can be the most transformative experience on a college campus
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With that said, let's get the conversation going on Twitter. Share why you are proud to be be Greek at OU. Tag us in your tweet @OhioU_SFL and use the #GreekPrOUd
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Service & Philanthropic Opportunities
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Looking for community service and philanthropic opportunities before the semester is over? We have a number of opportunities for you to get involved in before the semester comes to a close. Including three community-wide events, that we will provide details on below. Getting involved in these events not only fulfills the values of our organizations but helps restore the PR for our organizations. The more organizations and people that participate, the greater impact we will have.
November 6 & 12, 2019 | Sustainability at OU Football Games
Volunteers will be assigned to waste stations in an effort to help fans direct waste into the appropriate bins. Volunteers will be given credentials into the game and will be asked to stay for the duration of the game. This effort is hugely important as we work to reduce OU's waste footprint. If you are interested contact
Nicole Kirchner
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(A max of 36 volunteers will be taken for each game).
November 26, 2019 | Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive
While a lot of us may have the luxury of going home for Thanksgiving break and enjoying a fully prepared warm meal, not everyone is as fortunate. It is important that we come together as a community and give back to the place that we call home for four+ years. The Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life will be hosting the inaugural Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive and will be asking each sorority and fraternity to put together a Thanksgiving meal that can then be used by those OU students that will be staying on campus over Thanksgiving and those families who may not have the funds for all of the Thanksgiving fixings.
To learn more about what your chapter is responsible for and how to get started,
click here
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December 3, 2019 | Holiday Toy Drive Event
With the Holiday season right around the corner we are preparing for our annual Holiday Toy Drive Event. Chapters will have the opportunity to sponsor local children by purchasing their wish list wants and needs and coming together as a community on December 3rd for a present wrapping event complete with cookies, hot chocolate, games and music. Please email
Jeremy Paul
by November 15th to let him know how many children you wish to sponsor this Holiday Season!
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If you are a new member, active member, alumni, advisor, or friend of the Ohio Sorority and Fraternity Community with an Ohio University email address, we encourage you to join our BobcatConnect group. This will be your main source of news, community updates, resources, and hub for any and all form submission and documentation. To join, click the button below. Congrats, if you've read this, stop in 330 Baker for a gift card!
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John LaPolla, Phi Gamma Delta
John LaPolla has been a consistent asset to the Sorority & Fraternity community at Ohio University. John is the Vice President of Judicial Affairs and is currently serving as the interim President for the Interfraternity Council and has been able to represent the community while serving on several committees. John has been instrumental in developing an inaugural event, Mentala, which is raising money for Mental Health America. John also received the Ross Griffin Greek Leadership Award at the Sorority & Fraternity Awards Banquet, which was greatly deserved. Good luck to John, as he continues preparations for Mentala!
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We now have a community-wide calendar!
Want to avoid over-programming or scheduling conflicts with the office or with one another? Want to boost event attendance?
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IFC is excited to announce their inaugural fundraising event, Mentala in partnership with the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Counseling and Psychological Services! Make sure to mark your calendars for November 16th for the gala!
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We couldn't be more thrilled to announce this incredible leadership opportunity for our community.
January 17-19, 2020
chapter's will be sending their presidents and one emerging leader to a weekend retreat on the Lake at Burr Oak State Park. The weekend will be facilitated by outside fraternity and sorority professionals and will be a great opportunity to socialize with members from other chapters. More information to come!
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On Sunday, January 12th we will be holding a day-long officer retreat for council executive board officers and chapter presidents. This training will include basic leadership principles, community building, and training specific to each position. Additionally, we are looking for past presidents interested on serving on our "past president panel".
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IMPORTANT DATES & REMINDERS
ACACIA & Pi Kappa Alpha Movember Philanthropy Event | November 1-30
Arbor Day Tree Planting | November 2
Panhellenic Pride Week | November 4-8
Panhellenic Exec Application Due | November 5
IFC President Application Due | November 8
IFC Executive Board Applications Due | November 15
Rho Lambda Applications Due | November 15
IFC Mentala | November 16
Gamma Sigma Alpha Applications Due | November 22
Greek University | January 12
IMPACT | January 17-19
AFLV | January 30 - February 2
Don't Forget to check the
OSFL Calendar
for regular updates on events, programs and form deadlines!
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OHIO Sorority and Fraternity Life
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