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Re-Establishment

Organizations that previously held recognition at Wake Forest University may be eligible to pursue re-establishment on campus. All re-establishment efforts are subject to the discretion of the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Engagement (OFSE) and require approval from the Vice President for Campus Life.

  • Voluntary Withdrawal: Organizations that left campus on their own should complete the process outlined under New Expansions.
  • Involuntary Removal: Organizations removed from campus must follow the re-establishment steps outlined below to regain recognition.

Re-Establishment Steps

Submit a Letter of Intent

Send a written letter to the Director of Fraternity and Sorority Engagement. The letter must include:

  • Organization Name
  • Former chapter name
  • Statement of intent to return
  • Rationale for returning to campus
  • Name of potential campus advisor (if approved to re-establish)
Secure Approvals
  • Receive a vote of approval from OFSE and the respective council delegation.
  • Meet with the OFSE staff to determine the terms of return, agreed upon by the organization, OFSE, and the respective council president.
  • Receive final approval from the Vice President for Campus Life.
Complete Recognition Requirements
  • Review and sign the Chapter Recognition Agreement
  • Enter a one-year probationary period, which includes:
    • Following all guidelines required of recognized organizations
    • Remaining free of conduct violations
    • Regular check-ins with the council president and advisor
    • Attending quarterly goal progression meetings
    • Mandatory participation in the Old Gold Standards program
    • Registering all social events with OFSE
    • Submitting recruitment/intake plans
    • Submitting a new member education calendar
Review and Status Updates
  • At the end of the one-year probation, OFSE staff and the chapter will review progress toward goals and Standards Core Competencies.
    • If requirements are not met, the chapter will remain on probation for an additional year.
    • If requirements are still unmet after two years, the organization will lose recognition.

Rights of the University

It should be clearly understood that recognition through Wake Forest University and the OFSE is granted solely at the University’s discretion, by invitation. Recognition is a privilege, not a right.

In the event recognition is withdrawn, the organization is expected to respect the University’s decision and operate within the terms of a return agreement, if one is offered.