Introduction
The Fraternity & Sorority Community at Stony Brook University created the Five Star Standards Program as an
accreditation and recognition program for the community. The program is designed to establish minimum performance
standards that fraternities and sororities must meet to maintain campus recognition while serving as an opportunity for
organizations to be recognized for exemplary performance. The intent of the Five Star Standards Program is to help
fraternities and sororities document their activities and successes while providing the University with information to
continue and enhance the support provided for fraternities and sororities.
At the conclusion of the academic year each recognized organization will complete a self-evaluation and submit it to the
Fraternity and Sorority Life office for scoring. The chapter will be notified of their score prior to the beginning of the next
academic year. Star standings remain for the entire following academic year unless a chapter is placed on University or
IFSC Judicial Sanction or is eligible for a re-evaluation mid-year. Chapters are expected to strive towards 5 Star Standing
and MUST achieve a 3 Star Standing to remain in good standing with the University.
Instructions
1. Choose a member who will be in charge of maintaining your Five Star Standards Program Self-Evaluation for
the year. It is wise to have ONE individual in charge of your packet for the year. This person should be organized,
responsible, and knowledgeable of chapter activities. It is suggested that this individual be an executive board
member.
2. Read through the Five Star Standards Program and attend a Five Star Training. Ask questions about things you
don’t understand.
3. Compile data throughout the year. DO NOT leave the entire packet to be completed the week before it is due. This
WILL NOT WORK. It is best to check in on your progress once a month. Include all activities held between June 1,
2013 and May 23, 2014.
4. Turn in your completed Self-Evaluation by May 23, 2014. Late packets will lose 10 points for each day late.
Star Ratings & Requirements
5 Star
800 points AND 2.9 GPA both semesters, 150 points in Programming, 150 points in Philanthropy
& Service, and 100 points in Campus Relations
4 Star
650 points AND 2.7 GPA both semesters, 100 points in Programming, 100 points in Philanthropy
& Service, and 75 points in Campus Relations
3 Star
500 points AND 2.5 GPA both semesters, 75 points in Programming, 75 points
in Philanthropy & Service, and 50 points in Campus Relations
2 Star
350 – 500 points OR chapter has below a 2.5 GPA either semester
1 Star
Less than 350 points or on University or on IFSC or Judicial Sanction
If a chapter is ranked as a 2 Star chapter because of their academic performance, they will have an opportunity for reevaluation at the end of the fall semester based on their academic performance that semester.
If a chapter is ranked as a 1 Star chapter because of University or IFSC Judicial Sanction, they will have an opportunity
for re-evaluation when their sanction is completed.
Any organization found responsible for lying or forging any information provided in their
Five Star Standards Packet will receive an automatic one star demotion.
Academic Excellence
200 points possible
Grade Point Average (100 points possible)
Chapter’s average grade point average for both the Fall and Spring semesters.
 2.5 – 2.59
50 points
 2.6 – 2.69
60 points
 2.7 – 2.79
70 points
 2.8 – 2.89
80 points
 2.9 – 2.99
90 points
 3.0 & above
100 points
Documentation: To be provided by the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.
New Member Grade Point Average (50 points possible)
New Members average grade point average for both the Fall and Spring semesters.
 2.5 – 2.59
25 points
 2.6 – 2.69
30 points
 2.7 – 2.79
35 points
 2.8 – 2.89
40 points
 2.9 – 2.99
45 points
 3.0 & above
50 points
Documentation: To be provided by the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.
Academic Extras (25 points possible)
Chapter members are involved with academic activities, honor societies, and are receiving recognition for their scholastic
successes. 1 points awarded for each 2% of membership involved.
These could include, but are not limited to:
 Membership in Honor Societies
 Members achieving Dean’s List recognition
 Members who have been initiated into the Order of Omega
 Individuals serving as Teaching Assistant’s
 Individuals receiving scholarships or academic awards from departments
 Chapter GPA above the all mens or all womens GPA will award the chapter 10 points.
Documentation: Complete and attach the “Academic Extras” worksheet behind this page.
Scholarship Program (25 points possible)
Chapter must submit a written scholarship program. 5 Points will be awarded for each bullet point covered in the written
scholarship plan :
- Minimum standards for the organization
- Incentives/recognition for good grades
- A calendar planned out for the year
- How individuals who fall below standards are handled
- How outside help or mentorship is utilized
Documentation: To be written by the scholarship chair.
Office Use Only
Fall GPA
Spring GPA
Averaged GPA
Grade Point Average Points
_____________ NM Fall GPA
_____________ NM Spring GPA
_____________ NM Averaged GPA
_____________ NM GPA Points
Chapter Members Involved
Chapter Total
% of Chapter Involved
Academic Extras Points
_____________ Number of Scholarship bullets covered
_____________ Scholarship Points
Notes:
Academic Excellence Total Points
Philanthropy & Service
200 points possible
IFSC Philanthropy Support (20 points possible)
Chapter supports IFSC Philanthropy activities. 10 points for each event attended for a maximum of 20 points.
Documentation: To be provided by the Inter-Fraternity & Sorority Council.
Service Hours (100 points possible)
Chapter completes hands on community service (i.e. campus clean up, volunteering at a soup kitchen, etc.). Points are
awarded based on the number of hours per member completed. Points will not be awarded is no service is completed.
5 points for every hour per member completed. 20 hours need to be completed per member for maximum points.
Documentation: Complete the form in SB Life and submit it electronically.
Philanthropy Money Raised (80 points possible)
Chapter raises money for charity. The money can be raised at a literature table throughout the year or at a philanthropy
focused event.
1 point for each $15 raised for charity for a maximum of 80 points.
Documentation: Receipt or letter from each charity that receives money. These can include emails, thank you notes, etc.
It should be uploaded with the tracking form on SB Life.
Office Use Only
Total Service Hours Completed
Chapter Total
Hours Per Member
Service Hours Points
Total Money Raised
Philanthropy Points
# of IFSC Philanthropy Programs Attended
IFSC Philanthropy Points
Notes:
Philanthropy & Service Total Points
Programming
200 points possible
Chapter hosts, co-hosts, or attends programs on campus. Each program is worth 25 points. You CANNOT earn points for
more than 1 program in each category.
At least 60% of your chapter must attend a program for it to count for the programming category.
Programming Categories
 Academic/Scholarship
 Social
 Educational / Awareness
 Professional Development
 Diversity / Multiculturalism
 Risk Management
 Philanthropic
 Recreational/Fitness/Wellness
In order to achieve 4 Star Standing a chapter must HOST or CO-HOST at least three programs in 3 different categories.
In order to achieve 5 Star Standing a chapter must HOST or CO-HOST at least four programs in 4 different categories.
Documentation: Complete the “Programming Documentation” sheet for each program hosted, co-hosted, or attended on
SB Life. Be sure to upload the flyer for the program as well.
Office Use Only
# of Academic Programs
# of Social Programs
# of Educational / Awareness Programs
# of Professional Development Programs
# of Diversity / Multiculturalism Programs
# of Risk Management Programs
_____________ # of Philanthropic Programs
_____________ # of Recreational/Fitness/Wellness Programs
# of programs hosted or co-hosted
Notes:
Programing Total Points
Campus Relations
150 points possible
Campus Involvement (50 points possible)
Chapter members are involved with other clubs and organizations on campus. 1 point for every 2% of the chapter
involved in another club or organization on campus.
Documentation: Complete the “Programming Documentation” sheet for each program hosted, co-hosted, or attended on
SB Life. Be sure to upload the flyer for the program as well.
Non-F&S Collaborative Programming (30 points possible)
Chapter co-hosts educational programming, philanthropy programming, or community service events with a student
group on campus that is not a fraternity or sorority. 10 points per program for a maximum of 30 points. You can also
receive points for these programs in the Programming and Philanthropy & Service categories.
Documentation: Complete the “Programming Documentation” sheet for each program hosted, co-hosted, or attended on
SB Life. Be sure to upload the flyer for the program as well.
Non-F&S Organization Program Attendance (20 points possible)
Chapter attends events on campus sponsored by another student club or organization. At least 50% of the chapter must
attend to receive points. 5 points for each program attended for a maximum of 20 points.
Documentation: Complete the “Programming Documentation” sheet for each program hosted, co-hosted, or attended on
SB Life. Be sure to upload the flyer for the program as well.
Campus Wide Program Participation & Attendance (50 points possible)
Chapter attends or participates in a Campus Wide Program (i.e. Homecoming, Roth Regatta, Earthstock, Involvement
Fair, Strawberry Festival, Opening Activities, Chillfest, Spring Concert, etc.). 10 points for each event attended and 20
points for each event participate in for a maximum of 50 points.
Documentation: Submit some form of proof of attendance or participation. This could be a thank you letter, registration
confirmation, attendance sheet signed by event coordinator, or a photo of your organization at the event.
Athletic Support (20 points possible)
Chapter attends athletic events! At least 50% of the chapter must attend to receive points. 5 points for each game attended
for a maximum of 20 points.
Documentation: Submit some form of proof of attendance or participation. This could be an attendance sheet signed by
athletics staff, copies of tickets, or a photo of your organization at the event.
Sport & Recreational Program Participation (20 points possible)
Chapter participates in a recreational or sporting event on campus. This can be having an intramural sports team,
participating in Rec-A-Thon, etc. At least 50% of the chapter must attend to receive points. 10 points for each event or
team for a maximum of 20 points.
Documentation: Submit some form of proof of attendance or participation. This could be an attendance sheet signed by
Campus Recreation staff, registration confirmation, or a photo of your organization at the event.
Departmental Collaboration (20 points possible)
Chapter works with a department on campus to host a program together. 10 points for each program for a maximum of
20 points.
Documentation: Complete the “Programming Documentation” sheet for each program hosted, co-hosted, or attended on
SB Life. Be sure to upload the flyer for the program as well.
Campus Relations Extras (40 points possible)
Chapter participates in any other activity to support Stony Brook University. Get creative! Activity and points awarded
must be approved by the Assistant Director for Fraternity & Sorority Life prior to the program.
Documentation: To be determined by the ADFSL. Please contact to verify.
Office Use Only
# of Individuals Involved
Chapter Total
% of chapter involved
Campus Involvement Points
# of Collaborative Programs
Collaborative Programming Points
# of Club & Org events attended
Club & Org attendance Points
# of Campus Wide participation
# of Campus Wide attended
Campus Wide Program Points
# of Athletic events attended
Athletic Support Points
# of Recreation programs attended
Recreation Program Points
# of Departmental Collaboration Programs
Campus Recognition Points
Campus Relations Extras Points
Notes:
Campus Relations Total Points
Fraternity & Sorority Relations
150 points possible
IFSC Attendance (30 points possible)
Chapter attends Inter-Fraternity & Sorority Council general body meetings.
 75-89 % attendance
20 points
 90% or higher attendance
30 points
Documentation: To be provided by the Inter-Fraternity & Sorority Council.
IFSC Financial Good Standing (10 points possible)
Chapter must pay IFSC dues in full and on time to receive 5 points for each semester.
Documentation: To be provided by the Inter-Fraternity and Sorority Council.
IFSC Event Participation (35 points possible)
Chapter attends and participates in IFSC non-Philanthropy programming. This includes the IFSC Welcome Back BBQ,
Chocolate Factory, F&S Night, and IFSC Week. 7 points for each program participated in for a maximum of 35 points.
Documentation: To be provided by the Inter-Fraternity & Sorority Council.
Fraternal Futures (10 points possible)
Chapter has 75% of their new members attend Fraternal Futures. 5 points for each semester.
Documentation: To be provided by the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.
F&S Officer Training Attendance (10 points possible)
Designated representatives attend the Fraternity & Sorority Officers Training held in the fall and spring semester. 5
Points are awarded for each semester the representatives attend.
Documentation: To be provided by the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.
F&S President’s Retreat Attendance (10 points possible)
Chapter President or designated representative attends the Fraternity & Sorority President’s Leadership Retreat held in
the spring semester.
Documentation: To be provided by the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.
Collaborative Programming (30 points possible)
Chapter co-hosts educational programming, philanthropy programming, or community service events with a fraternity or
sorority inside or outside of their council. 10 points per program within council and 20 points per program outside of
council for a maximum of 30 points. You can also receive points for these programs in the Programming and
Philanthropy & Service categories.
Documentation: Verification letter from President of co-sponsoring chapter.
F&S Support (20 points possible)
Chapter attends other fraternities and sororities events. At least 50% of the chapter must attend to receive points. 5 points
for each program attended for a maximum of 20 points.
Documentation: Complete the “Programming Documentation” sheet for each program hosted, co-hosted, or attended on
SB Life. Be sure to upload the flyer for the program as well.
F&S Awards (10 points possible)
If a chapter applies for at least one award for the annual Fraternity and Sorority Life Banquet in the spring semester they
will be awarded 10 points.
Documentation: To be provided by the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.
F&S Relations Extras (40 points possible)
Chapter participates in any other activity to support other fraternities and sororities on campus. Get creative! Activity
and points awarded must be approved by the Assistant Director for Fraternity & Sorority Life prior to the program.
Documentation: To be determined by the ADFSL. Please contact to verify.
Office Use Only
% of IFSC Meetings attended
IFSC Attendance Points
# of IFSC Programs participated in
IFSC Program Points
F&S Fraternal Futures Fall Attendance
F&S Fraternal Futures Spring Attendance
F&S Fraternal Futures Points
_____________ IFSC Financial Good Standing
F&S President’s Retreat Points
_____________ F&S Officer Training Points
# of Collaborative Programs
Collaborative Programs Points
# of F&S Programs Attended
F&S Support Points
F&S Relations Extras Points
_____________ F&S Awards Points
Notes:
F&S Relations Total Points
Leadership Development
50 points possible
Leadership Positions (20 points possible)
Chapter has individual members serving in leadership roles on campus outside of their fraternity or sorority. This
includes serving on other club or organization executive boards, Orientation Leaders, Student Ambassadors, Resident
Assistants, peer educators, peer tutors, etc. 3 points for each 5% of chapter that is involved for a maximum of 20 points.
Documentation: Complete and attach the “Leadership Positions” worksheet.
Leadership Workshops (15 points possible)
Chapter is continuing the leadership development of their members through attendance at various leadership workshops.
This can include, but is not limited to, regional or national leadership programs, the Tri-State Greek Leadership Summit,
NGLA, and LeadStrong. 2 points for each 5% of chapter that attends a leadership workshop for a maximum of 30 points.
Documentation: Registration confirmations, workshop notes, or a verification letter for each workshop attended.
Fraternal Edge Program (15 points possible)
For each 5,10, or 15% of the chapter that fully participates and is on track for completion of the Fraternal Edge program
points will be awarded as follows –



15%
10%
5%
15 points
10 points
5 points
Documentation: To be provided by the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.
Office Use Only
# Individuals Involved
Chapter Total
% of chapter involved
Leadership Positions Points
_____________ Fraternal Edge Program %
Notes:
# of individuals with attendance
Chapter Total
% of chapter attendance
Leadership Workshops Points
Leadership Development Total Points
Internal Operations & University Relations
50 points possible
Alumni Relations (20 points possible)
Chapter maintains contact with alumni regularly. This can be through a newsletter, an event, attending a graduate
chapter meeting, etc. 10 points for each semester for a maximum of 20 points.
Documentation: Copy of newsletter, copy of event invitation, or letter of verification from alumni or graduate advisor.
This should be filed following this page.
Advisor Relations (10 points possible)
Chapter maintains contact with advisor regularly. This can be through attending meetings, emails, and regular phone
calls. Advisor can be faculty, alumni, or from executive offices. 5 points will be awarded per semester.
Documentation: A verification letter provided by the Advisor and signed by them for each semester.
Paperwork Submission (20 points possible)
Chapter submits all paperwork for the University on time. This includes club registration, roster updates, and new member
education / intake paperwork. 10 points for each semester for a maximum of 30 points.
Documentation: To be provided by the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.
Office Use Only
Fall Alumni Newsletter or Event
Spring Alumni Newsletter or Event
Alumni Relations Points
_____________ Advisor Relations Points
Fall Paperwork
Spring Paperwork
Paperwork Submission Points
Notes:
Internal Operations & University Relations Total Points