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Mission
The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing body for local chapters of the national fraternity organizations specifically associated with the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC). The University of Southern Mississippi IFC currently presides over ten chapters, including Alpha Tau Omega, Delta Tau Delta, Kappa Sigma, Phi Kappa Tau, Pi Kappa Alpha, Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi, Sigma Nu, and Sigma Phi Epsilon.



Southern Miss IFC inspires its members to adopt important values such as leadership, empathy and ambition, and to always strive for excellence. Members uphold these values through academic success, philanthropy, and character development. Our members are actively involved in many events throughout the year, allowing them to create lifelong bonds and consistently give back to the community.

Membership Benefits
Leadership Development
- Chapter & Council Leadership Opportunities: IFC offers structured leadership roles at both the chapter and council levels (e.g., IFC President, VP roles, committee chairs).
- Campus & National Networking: Access to leadership conferences like NIC’s IMPACT, Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI), and campus leadership retreats.
- Public Speaking & Governance Skills: Members get hands-on experience with bylaws, parliamentary procedure, and large group presentations.

Brotherhood & Community
- Strong Peer Network: Connection with hundreds of fellow fraternity men across all IFC chapters, creating a support system that lasts beyond college.
- Cross-Chapter Collaboration: Events and programming build unity among chapters and help eliminate negative competition during recruitment.
- Social Events & Philanthropy: Participation in social mixers, service projects, and philanthropic initiatives that benefit the campus and broader community.

Academic Support
- Scholarship Programs: Many IFCs have GPA incentives, scholarship funds, and academic mentoring resources.
- Study Halls & Tutoring: Collaborative academic programs that encourage scholastic excellence.

Professional & Career Development
- Alumni Connections: Access to alumni networks for internships, job shadowing, and career mentorship.
- Resume-Boosting Involvement: Leadership, event planning, budget management, and governance experience stand out to future employers.

Advocacy & Support
- Representation: IFC acts as a voice for member chapters within student government and campus administration.
- Education & Training: Topics like hazing prevention, mental health, diversity and inclusion, and risk management are regularly addressed.
- Crisis Management & Guidance: IFC can help chapters navigate difficult situations with support and structure.

Chapter Growth & Recruitment
- Coordinated Recruitment: IFC organizes and markets formal and informal recruitment, helping chapters grow while ensuring fairness.
- Training Resources: Education for Rho Alphas and chapter recruiters to better represent the fraternity experience.
- Standards & Accountability: A level playing field helps maintain high expectations and protects the integrity of the community.