IFC Recruitment starts with IFC Kickoff, where prospective members will have the opportunity to meet and talk with chapters. Throughout the following two weeks, each chapter will host their own recruitment events, open to all prospective members. Chapters will then host an invitational event (invite only). Following all recruitment events, chapters have the ability to extend "bids" (invitations to membership) to a certain number of prospective members based on mutual selection.
Below are additional details about the recruitment schedule. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the IFC Vice President of Recruitment at usdifcrecruitment@gmail.com or the FSL Office at fsl@sandiego.edu.
IFC Recruitment Events
September 18
Kickoff: All-IFC "Meet The Fraternities" Tabling Event
The kickoff event begins the formal recruitment process with an opportunity for prospective members to meet all participating IFC chapters, talk with current active members, and receive more information about chapter recruitment events taking place in the following weeks.
Individual Chapter Recruitment Events
September 22 - October 3
Chapter Open Events
Each chapter hosts a number of recruitment events to meet prospective members. Such events may include barbecues, golfing, or community service. Schedules will vary per person.
October 3
Final Registration Deadline
Students intending to continue in the recruitment process must submit the online registration form to be eligible to receive a bid.
October 4-5
Chapter Invitational Events
Each chapter will have the opportunity to invite a smaller number of prospective members to their invitational event. Events on this day tend to be more formal, may include a glimpse into the fraternity's rituals and history, and help prospective members and chapters consider their membership decisions. Schedules will vary per person.
Bid Extension
October 7
Bid Day: Brief Celebration and Community Welcome to New Members
Bid distribution and card signing will take place with USD staff and IFC executive board officers. During the bid day event, chapters will then learn who has accepted their invitations to membership, and celebrate in community together.