Annual Chapter Expectations

The University of South Carolina recognizes fraternities and sororities are an integral part of the campus community. These organizations have a positive impact for members, non-members, alumni, and the local and national community. To achieve mutual success for the institution and the fraternity and sorority organizations, there must be trust and shared responsibility. The Annual Chapter Expectations Program (ACE) was developed to establish clear expectations for chapter operations, inspire the growth and development of the community, and evaluate the quality of fraternity and sorority chapters at the University of South Carolina. The ACE Program outlines the commitments of the University, the Department of Student Life, the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (OFSL), fraternity and sorority organizations, inter/national organizations, fraternity and sorority volunteers, and student members.

OFSL will provide ample support and resources in order to help organizations maintain compliance with ACE requirements. Fraternities and sororities are expected to reach the minimum expectations set forth in the program. Organizations not achieving minimum expectations will work in conjunction with their OFSL chapter coach to create plans for improvement and future success.

Evaluation

The ACE Program evaluates chapters in the areas of: Education, Campus Engagement, Civic Engagement, Academics, Chapter Operations, Administration, and Excellence. Based on their ability and dedication to meeting minimum expectations, chapters will receive one of the following designations:

90% or higher of possible points: Exceeds Expectations with Distinction

80% - 89% of possible points: Exceeds Expectations

70% - 79% of possible points: Meets Expectations

Below 70% of possible points: Does Not Meet Expectations

ACE Reports

The ACE Program was revamped during the 2023 calendar year. The first ACE reports will be published here in January 2025.

Awards

Some end of the year awards will also be determined by this expectations program. The highest-scoring fraternities and sororities will be in the running for the Chapter of the Year awards. Additionally, “Excellence in …” awards in Leadership and Member Development, Safety and Accountability, Community Engagement, and Academic Excellence will be determined based on submissions and scores.

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Resources

• Submit ACE Documentation

• President SharePoint

• Contact Your Chapter Coach