Thank you to everyone who attended the 19th Annual Fraternity Sorority Life Awards! It was a sincere pleasure to celebrate the achievements of our Greek community together.
Nominations for next year's Fraternity Sorority Life Awards open November 1, and close December 7. The 20th Annual celebration will be held on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Memorial Union Building Ballroom.
This year's award recipients and award archives are available online dating back to 2011.
Award Descriptions
Individual Awards
Purpose: To recognize individuals who represent their chapter and/or the Michigan Tech Greek
community through the values of the Michigan Tech Greek Life Mission Statement: Scholarship,
Service, Leadership and Community. This person exemplifies the true meaning of being
a Greek
student at Michigan Tech.
Award Eligibility
- Applicant must have been in good standing (academic and conduct) with their chapter and Michigan Technological University.
- Applicant must have been an active member of an Interfraternity Council chapter.
- Applicant must have been enrolled at Michigan Technological University as a full time student during Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- A chapter may nominate only ONE of its own members, but may nominate as many non members as they see fit.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered should meet MOST of the following:
- Has held an active role in their organization and/or Interfraternity Council and/or Order of Omega
- Exhibit participation in both community and University events
- Served in a Greek Leadership role
- High Scholastic Achievement
- Extracurricular Activities
Purpose: To recognize individuals who represent their chapter and/or the Michigan Tech Greek
community through the values of the Michigan Tech Greek Life Mission Statement: Scholarship,
Service, Leadership and Community. This person exemplifies the true meaning of being
a Greek
student at Michigan Tech.
Award Eligibility
- Applicant must have been in good standing (academic and conduct) with their chapter and Michigan Technological University.
- Applicant must have been an active member of a Panhellenic Council chapter.
- Applicant must have been enrolled at Michigan Technological University as a full time student during Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- A chapter may nominate only ONE of its own members, but may nominate as many non members as they see fit.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered should meet MOST of the following:
- Has held an active role in their organization and/or Panhellenic Council and/or Order of Omega
- Exhibit participation in both community and University events
- Served in a Greek Leadership role
- High Scholastic Achievement
- Extracurricular Activities
Purpose: To recognize new members in the Greek community who represent their chapter and/or the Michigan Tech Greek community through the values of the Michigan Tech Greek Life Mission Statement: Scholarship, Service, Leadership and Community. This person understands what being Greek truly means.
Award Eligibility
- Applicant must have been in good standing (academic and conduct) with their chapter and Michigan Technological University.
- Applicant must have been an active member of an Interfraternity Council chapter.
- Applicant must have been enrolled at Michigan Technological University as a full time student during Spring 2025 and/or Fall 2025 semesters.
- A chapter may nominate only ONE of its own members, but may nominate as many non members as they see fit.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered should meet MOST of the following:
- High Scholastic Achievement
- Actively pursued or completed New Member Orientation Credits
- Completed the New Member Canvas Course on or before Initiation/Induction
Outstanding New Member of the Year (Fraternity) 2026 Nomination Form
Purpose: To recognize new members in the Greek community who represent their chapter and/or the Michigan Tech Greek community through the values of the Michigan Tech Greek Life Mission Statement: Scholarship, Service, Leadership and Community. This person understands what being Greek truly means.
Award Eligibility
- Applicant must have been in good standing (academic and conduct) with their chapter and Michigan Technological University.
- Applicant must have been an active member of a Panhellenic Council chapter.
- Applicant must have been enrolled at Michigan Technological University as a full time student during Spring 2025 and/or Fall 2025 semesters.
- A chapter may nominate only ONE of its own members, but may nominate as many non members as they see fit.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered should meet MOST of the following:
- High Scholastic Achievement
- Actively pursued New Member Orientation Credit
- Completed the New Member Canvas Course on or before Initiation/Induction
Outstanding New Member of the Year (Sorority) 2026 Nomination Form
Purpose: The advisors to our fraternities and sororities are incredible resources. These individuals
sacrifice their time in order to share personal experiences and knowledge about the
importance of
being a values-based Greek organization. The Advisor of the Year not only encompasses
all of these
traits, but exceeds all expectations of the position and deserves special recognition
for their
continual commitment to the Michigan Tech Greek community.
Award Eligibility
- The advisor had to be registered with the chapter through Student Leadership and Involvement.
- The advisor's chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered should meet MOST of the following:
- Dedicated to promoting the Michigan Tech Greek community values an chapter values
- Dedicated to developing leaders within the chapter
- Promotes and role models ethical leadership
- Promotes academic success among members and the chapter as a whole
Purpose: Chapter presidents are leaders dedicated to ensuring the well being of their respective chapter. Presidents are not afraid of the challenge and self sacrifice sometimes necessary to run a chapter. The recipient of the award for Outstanding Chapter President fulfills these responsibilities and much more. This president has committed her/himself to the betterment of the chapter and has left a legacy that will be remembered for many years to come.
Award Eligibility
- Applicant must have been in good standing (academic and conduct) with their chapter and Michigan Technological University.
- Applicant must have been a member of an Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council chapter.
- Applicant must have been enrolled at Michigan Technological University as a full time student during Spring 2025 and Fall 2025.
- Must have held a Presidential position for a full term as determined by chapter.
- A chapter may nominate only ONE of its own members, but may nominate as many non-members as they see fit.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered outstanding should meet ALL of the following:
- Attended all FSL Advisor meetings (two each semester)
- Maintained high academic standing
- Attended all President Roundtable meetings or sent an alternate in times of conflicts
- Communicated with chapter advisor regularly
- Submitted updated roster when changes were made
- Consistently and timely communicated reports, specifically the End-of-Semester report, reports to members, advisor, and inter/national representatives, if applicable
Purpose: The governing bodies of Greek organizations play an integral role in the development
and success of our community and chapters. The brothers and sisters that comprise
these bodies serve as the representatives for all Greek chapters. The recipient of
this award understands the position responsibilities and much more. Through their
position, this individual has demonstrated
extraordinary commitment to the betterment of the governing body and the entire Greek
Community.
Award Eligibility
- Applicant must have been in good standing (academic and conduct) with their chapter and Michigan Technological University.
- Applicant must have been a member of an Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council chapter.
- Applicant must have been enrolled at Michigan Technological University as a full time student during Spring 2025 and Fall 2025.
- Must have held a position on the Panhellenic Council, Interfraternity Council, OR Order of Omega during Spring 2025 AND Fall 2025.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered outstanding should meet ALL of the following:
- Served on IFC or Panhellenic Council as a delegate, nominating committee, or executive board member or served on the Order of Omega executive board.
Outstanding Leadership in a Greek Council 2026 Nomination Form
Purpose: Students in fraternities and sororities at Michigan Tech are highly involved with
student organizations, athletics, on-campus jobs, committees, and roles within various
campus departments. Students notice and appreciate the value of support and mentoring
that staff members at Michigan Tech provide. This individual is recognized as having
a passion for their work, and an overall
supportive attitude towards students and their endeavors.
Award Eligibility
- Nominee must NOT have been an advisor of the nominator’s chapter in 2025
- Nominee must have been a current staff member at Michigan Tech.
- A chapter or individual may nominate more than one staff member for this award.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered should meet MOST of the following:
- Dedicated to supporting students and helping them succeed.
- Demonstrates a passion for working with students and/or at Michigan Technological University.
- Promotes and inspires the Michigan Tech Values of COMMUNITY, SCHOLARSHIP,
POSSIBILITIES, ACCOUNTABILITY, and TENACITY.
Purpose: Students in fraternities and sororities at Michigan Tech continue to excel and strive
for
excellence both inside and outside the classroom. While being a member of a Greek
organization
can enhance this experience, students also recognize the extremely valuable role that
our faculty
members fill. At Michigan Tech, students understand that they are being taught by
individuals with
levels of experience and expertise that can’t always be found elsewhere. Students
recognize that this
faculty member regularly demonstrates a passion for their teaching, research, and/or
overall support
of students and their learning.
Award Eligibility
- Nominee must NOT have been an advisor of the nominator’s chapter in 2025.
- Nominee must have been a current faculty member at Michigan Tech.
- A chapter or individual may nominate more than one faculty member for this award.
Award Criteria
Individuals considered should meet MOST of the following:
- Dedicated to supporting students and helping them succeed academically
- Demonstrates a passion for teaching and/or research
- Utilizes innovative teaching methods
- Promotes academic integrity among students
This is sponsored by the Interfraternity Council and only Fraternity members are eligible.
Award Eligibility
- Student must have at least a 2.75 Cumulative GPA
- Student must be a member of a recognized Greek Organization
- Student must be an enrolled student Fall 2025
Outstanding Man Scholarship 2026 Nomination Form
Chapter Awards
Purpose: The chapter receiving this award exemplifies the four core values of the Michigan Tech Greek Life Mission Statement: Leadership, Scholarship, Service, and Life-long friendship. They have gone above and beyond the minimum standards set for them and have excelled in an array of areas throughout our community.
Award Eligibility
- The chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- The chapter must have been a registered and active student organization at Michigan Technological University.
Award Criteria
Expectations for a Chapter of the Year applicant are listed below. Chapters considered should meet MOST of the following:
- Chapter leaders attended IFC roundtables, Council meetings, and MTU presentations (New Member Orientation, New Member Educator Training, IFC Council Delegate Training, Risk Management Training, and Hazing Education events.
- Demonstrated efforts toward Risk Management: Chapter provides safe living and learning environments for its members.
- Free of discipline or sanctions by respective governing council and Office of Academic and Community Conduct.
- Chapter grade point average above all Greek average.
- Demonstrated emphasis on academic improvement and/or success.
- Financial management: Good financial standing and timely payment of bills (or dues) to IFC.
- Chapter delegates sent to leadership activities/retreats such as LeaderShape, HuskyLEAD, Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI), or National Leadership/Officer trainings.
- Active relationship with chapter advisor, alumni, housing corporation (if applicable), (inter)national organization, and respective governing council.
- Timely submission of reports, including new member forms, roster updates, officer updates, etc.
- Demonstrated efforts towards Community Service: Chapter provides unique and ongoing service opportunities for its members, and they met the IFC service requirements (on average per member: 10 hours in fall and five hours in spring).
- Participation in campus activities (Homecoming, Winter Carnival, and other speakers/programs).
- Regularly maintained and updated Involvement Link page.
Purpose: The chapter receiving this award exemplifies the four core values of the Michigan Tech Greek Life Mission Statement: Leadership, Scholarship, Service, and Life-long friendship. They have gone above and beyond the minimum standards set for them and have excelled in an array of areas throughout our community.
Award Eligibility
- The chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- The chapter must have been a registered and active student organization at Michigan Technological University.
Award Criteria
Chapters considered should meet MOST of the following:
- Chapter leaders attended Panhellenic roundtables, Council meetings, and MTU presentations (New Member Orientation, New Member Educator Training, Panhellenic Council Delegate Training, Risk Management Training, and Hazing Education events.
- Demonstrated efforts toward Risk Management: Chapter provides safe living and learning environments for its members.
- Free of discipline or sanctions by the respective governing council and Office of Academic and Community Conduct.
- Chapter grade point average above all Greek average.
- Demonstrated emphasis on academic improvement and/or success.
- Financial management: Good financial standing and timely payment of bills (or dues) to Panhellenic.
- Chapter delegates sent to leadership activities/retreats such as LeaderShape, HuskyLEAD, Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI), or National Leadership/Officer trainings.
- Active relationship with chapter advisor, alumni, housing corporation (if applicable), (inter)national organization, and respective governing council.
- Timely submission of reports, including new member forms, roster updates, officer updates, etc.
- Demonstrated efforts towards Community Service: Chapter provides unique and ongoing service opportunities for its members.
- Participation in campus activities (Homecoming, Winter Carnival, and other speakers/programs).
- Regularly maintained and updated Involvement Link page.
Purpose: To recognize individual chapters who have shown a commitment to an outstanding new
member experience through teaching new members the values of the Michigan Tech Greek
Life
Mission Statement: Leadership, Scholarship, Service, and Life-long friendship, and
their chapter,
while maintaining a healthy and safe learning environment.
Award Eligibility
- Chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The Chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- Chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council.
- New Member Educator attended MTU New Member Educator Training
Award Criteria
Chapters considered outstanding should meet ALL of the following:
- Provides a safe learning environment that focuses on new members' education
- New member term GPA at or above the all campus GPA
- Most New Members completed the New Member Process (MTU In-Person Orientation, Canvas Course, two credits)
Purpose: To recognize individual chapters who have shown a commitment to an outstanding
educational program(s) and the development of their active brother/sisterhood. Examples
of
educational programs can include, but are not limited to: new member education/intake,
member
education, various workshops, risk management presentations, or various programming.
Award Eligibility
- Chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The Chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- Chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council.
Award Criteria
Chapters considered outstanding should meet MOST of the following:
- Chapter term GPA at or above the all-campus GPA (those who meet this will receive extra consideration)
- Attendance at leadership conventions and training, including but not limited to (Inter)National Conventions, University programs, regional trainings and presentations, etc.
- Promotes the ethical and leadership development of its members
Purpose: To recognize chapters whose academic program has innovative ideas, recognizes and
rewards student academic success within the chapter, and works to improve the grades
of chapter
members falling below (inter)national/chapter requirements.
Award Eligibility
- The chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic council.
- The chapter must have had an average cumulative GPA above the all Greek average cumulative GPA.
- The chapter must have had an officer whose primary responsibility is scholastic enhancement.
Award Criteria
Chapters considered outstanding should meet MOST of the following:
- Has a structured academic program to support members’ academics
- Utilizes innovative ideas to excel in academic interests
- Rewards members for high scholastic achievement
- Assists members falling below grade requirements
Purpose: An effective Risk Management Program is essential to any chapter’s survival. The
recipient of this award has established a program that successfully balances the many
risks involved in the day to day functions of running a Fraternity or Sorority. This
program deserves special merit because of its level of success and sets the standard
for its class.
Award Eligibility
- Chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The Chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- Chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council.
Award Criteria
Chapters considered outstanding should meet MOST of the following:
- Attended MTU Risk Management Training (either HuskyLEAD Managing Risk or Managing Risk When Hosting With Alcohol)
- Demonstrable thoughtfulness when planning and hosting events to reduce risk
Purpose: Most chapters at Michigan Tech rely upon their Alumni as a source of experience and
assistance in many different areas. Without their help, most organizations would not
know where to
turn. The recipient of this award has established a program that incorporates creative
methods of
recruiting alumni interest, participation, and fundraising efforts to assist in the
forward movement
of the chapter.
Award Eligibility
- Chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The Chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- Chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council.
- Chapter must publish at least one major correspondence per academic year.
Award Criteria
Chapters considered outstanding should meet MOST of the following:
- Has continuous contact with alumni throughout the year through various methods (i.e. newsletters, phone conversations, message boards, mailing lists, etc.)
- Demonstrates creative ways of recruiting alumni interest and participation
- Emphasizes fundraising, mentorship, and support within alumni
- Collaborates with alumni for career readiness and chapter management.
Purpose: One of the largest values discussed in the Greek community is the value of service and the opportunities to give back to the community. This initiative supported by a chapter of the Greek community encompasses everything that it can to support those in need. Those who are involved give a great deal to dedicate themselves to the cause at hand and help those in need.
Award Eligibility
- Chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The Chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- Chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council.
- Initiative must have occurred during the Spring or Fall semester of 2025.
- IFC chapter members must have met the IFC service hour requirements:
- 10 hours on average per member in fall
- 5 hours on average per member in spring
- 5 hours on average per new member during the new member process
Award Criteria
Chapters considered outstanding should meet MOST of the following:
- Majority of members participated or supported service/philanthropy initiative
- Demonstrable impact on the community and/or those the initiative served
- If the initiative is an annual tradition, the chapter must demonstrate how it has improved from previous years
Outstanding Community Service/Philanthropy Initiative 2026 Nomination Form
Purpose: To recognize individual chapters who have shown a commitment to an outstanding well-being program(s) and the overall health and wellness of their active brother/sisterhood. Examples of well-being programs can include, but are not limited to: QPR training, making healthy choices workshops, Mental Health First Aid, workout classes, the Be Well Initiative, career prep, etc.
Award Eligibility
- Chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The Chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- Chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council.
Award Criteria
Chapters considered outstanding should meet MOST of the following:
- Continued education of mental health support, health education, building healthy relationships, professional enrichment, and well-being through events and programming.
- Promotes campus and community resources, and nurtures a chapter culture to destigmatize mental health
Purpose: The Outstanding Greek Relations award is given to a chapter who exemplifies the concept of positive Greek relationships amongst the Michigan Tech Greek community. This chapter is always supporting other chapters and individuals in their endeavors and recognizing those who are succeeding. This chapter is always there to lend a helping hand or supportive stance when other chapters or their members are in need.
Award Eligibility
- Chapter must have been in good standing with the University and its respective governing council during both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 semesters.
- The Chapter must have maintained a minimum cumulative and term GPA of 2.5.
- Chapter must have been an active member of Interfraternity Council or Panhellenic Council.
- You may not nominate your own chapter.
Award Criteria
- Must show how the chapter has been supportive of the rest of the Greek Community
- Must actively collaborate with various Greek organizations.
- The chapter demonstrates active participation in various Greek leadership roles, including at Council meetings, roundtable discussions, and campus events