JSU Greek Accreditation Program  University/Community Relations & Service
University/Community Relations and Service -- 20% of Total Point Value
(116 points possible)
It is expected that an acceptable chapter will comply with all University policies and maintain
proper communications and behavior to support positive and interactive relationships with the
surrounding Greek, University, University, and local communities. A chapter should maintain a
presence as a “Good Citizen” and strive to instill in its membership a thorough understanding of the
standards of these varying communities as well as an appreciation of positive relationships.
Jacksonville State University
B1
JSU Greek Accreditation Program  University/Community Relations & Service
30 points (15 per semester)
1. The chapter maintains its property in a neat, orderly, safe, and healthy fashion and respects the
desired environment of its neighbors (including but not limited to upkeep of chapter house property,
proper clean up after fraternity/sorority events, and acceptable noise levels).
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Chapters will start with the total point value and points will be deducted for situations
where University officials must remind them to clean chapter property. NonCompliance of Noise Ordinances will also be counted into this category.
Organizations with chapter rooms in campus housing will also be checked for
cleanliness of chapter rooms and any office that they maintain.
Organizations will be given a one-week notice before a planned inspection.
Parties, recruitment functions, or other events must be cleaned up within 6 hours of the
conclusion event.
Fraternities with houses will maintain fire safety standards as outlined in the Fire Safety
Plan.
For Office of Student Life Use Only
30 Points (15 points per semester)
Points Awarded in Spring Semester ______ Points Awarded in Fall ______
Dates of violations:
Total Points Awarded ____________
Jacksonville State University
B2
JSU Greek Accreditation Program  University/Community Relations & Service
12 points
2. The chapter conducts one large-scale (involving at least 75% of the chapter) community
service/philanthropic project per year.
The chapter conducted a large-scale community service/philanthropic project involving 75% of
the chapter.
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Use the “Community Service/Philanthropy Definitions and Categories” (See
Appendix B) to determine the type of philanthropy activity your chapter sponsored.
Complete a community service/philanthropic tracking form (Appendix C) for the project
performed.
While only one project is required with 75% participation, it is requested that all projects
be reported with the Greek Accreditation submission for accurate reporting of hours and
funds donated by the Greek Community for our Annual Greek Report.
For Office of Student Life Use Only
12 Points
Points Awarded _____
Comments:
Jacksonville State University
B3
JSU Greek Accreditation Program  University/Community Relations & Service
44 points (22 per semester)
3.
The chapter complies with the University policies that govern its students and
fraternities/sororities as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct and Clubs and Organizations
Policies.
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Any chapter found guilty of a judicial infraction other than an alcohol violation or
disruptive conduct charge by the University’s judicial system and/or
IFC/Panhellenic/NPHC Judicial Board will lose 22 points.
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Any chapter found guilty of an alcohol/drug policy violation will lose 44 points.
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Any violation of the University’s Alcohol/Drug policy and/or IFC, or Panhellenic
Council risk management policy will result in a 44 point deduction.
For Office of Student Life Use Only
44 Points (22 points each semester)
Points Awarded in Spring ______ Points Awarded in Fall______
Date of Violations:
Total Points Awarded ____________
Jacksonville State University
B4
JSU Greek Accreditation Program  University/Community Relations & Service
12 points
4. The chapter will present or attend at least one program on diversity, risk management, hazing,
or scholarship for its members and/or the entire campus each year. At least 75% of the chapter
members will be present at this program. Other types of programs may be acceptable. Please
contact the Assistant Director of Student Life-Fraternity and Sorority Life if you have any questions.
Program Title: ___________________________________________________________
Circle One:
Attended
Presented
Date of Program: _________________________________________________________
Facilitator’s Name: ________________________________________________________
Facilitator’s Phone Number: _________________________________________________
If attended, list who sponsored the speaker: ____________________________________
Attach a typed list of chapter members who attended the event.
Example:
Name
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For Office of Student Life Use Only
12 Points
Points Awarded ________
Comments:
Jacksonville State University
B5
JSU Greek Accreditation Program  University/Community Relations & Service
6 points (3 per semester)
5. The chapter is a member of and actively participates in the IFC, Panhellenic Council, or
Pan-Hellenic Council, attending 90 percent of the meetings and complying with other criteria for
participation as outlined by the organizations.
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The IFC Secretary, Panhellenic Secretary, or Pan-Hellenic Secretary will record
attendance at meetings and submit that information to the Assistant Director of Student
Life – Fraternity and Sorority Life. You do not need to submit any information for this
item.
For Office of Student Life Use Only
6 Points (3 point per semester)
Points Awarded in Spring ______ Points Awarded in Fall______
Comments:
Total Points Awarded __________
Jacksonville State University
B6
JSU Greek Accreditation Program  University/Community Relations & Service
6 points
6. The chapter demonstrates an attitude of community awareness and service by participating in at
least one project or program per academic year which is sponsored by a “non-Greek” student
organization. Attendance by at least 50% of chapter membership will be required.
Project: _________________________________________________________________
Sponsor: ________________________________________________________________
Contact Person (of event): __________________________________________________
Contact Phone Number: ___________________________________________________
Attach a typed list of chapter members who attended the event.
Example:
Name
1.
2…
For Office of Student Life Use Only
6 Points
Points Awarded ________
Comments:
Jacksonville State University
B7
JSU Greek Accreditation Program  University/Community Relations & Service
6 points
7. The chapter demonstrates an effort to maintain and/or improve alumni programs designed to
keep alumni involved in chapter activities and chapter news.
The chapter will have at least one program per year or activity designed for alumni.
*Parties are not acceptable.
Attach an Alumni/Alumnae Program Event document for each activity/activities or program(s)
designed for alumni/ae (See Appendix D).
Attach any invitations, newsletters, or other communications designed for alumni.
For Office of Student Life Use Only
6 Points
Points Awarded ________
Comments:
Jacksonville State University
B8