1. Complete all the paperwork to become a recognized student organization. It's just like being the first people on campus to start a French language club. If you want to be recognized by the university, you need to follow their procedure.
Once you become a RSO, petition the IFC to become an associate member.
2. Get a University alumnus or professor to serve as an advisor and really have him advise you. Get him or her to meet with the Greek administration on your behalf.
3. You say you have a charter, members and a strict GPA policy. However, do you have the following:
Constitution and by-laws
Anti-hazing policy
Risk management policy (re: alcohol, drugs, sexual harassment)
Defined recruitment policies
Defined membership policies (expectations, what it takes to be an initiated member, rules of conduct and consequences)
Liability insurance (this is a big one these days)
Having all or most of the above will help solidify your position.
[This message has been edited by PnguinTrax (edited November 02, 2000).]
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