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THE GIVENS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SERIES
2007-2008
THE BROADWAY AND MORE SERIES
Hairspray	Movin Out	St. Petersburg State Ballet
The Champagne Gala	Thursday, January 17	Swan Lake
Thursday, October 4		Tuesday, March 11
	State Symphony
A Viennese Christmas	Orchestra of Mexico	Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Monday, December 3	Tuesday, February 12	Thursday, March 27
THE NOSTALGIA CONCERT SERIES
The Sounds of Romance Tour	1964 - The Tribute	A Closer Walk with
featuring	Homecoming	Patsy Cline
Gary Puckett, the Letterman &	Saturday, October 6	Saturday, February 2
the Association
Parents' Weekend	The Colors of Christmas	Larry Gatlin &
Friday, September 14	featuring	The Gatlin Brothers
	The Drifters and the	Saturday, April 26
	Diamonds
	Friday, November 30
THE DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES
Rosie Perez	Bob Woodward	Vanessa Williams
Tuesday, October 9	Tuesday, November 13	Tuesday, March 25
ON STAGE FOR YOUTH
The Velveteen Rabbit		The Brand New Kid
Thursday, October 11		Thursday, March 20
Kevin Locke Dance Ensemble		Alexander and the Very Bad,
Tuesday, November 13		Horrible Day
		Thursday, April 24
	BONUS EVENTS
Rent		Kevin Locke Dance Ensemble
Friday, November 9		Monday, November 12
For information, please call 910-521-6287 or 800-367-0778.
All shows, dates, and artists subject to change due to availability. Please call the GPAC
Box Office at (910) 521-6361 to confirm performances and show times.

 

University Calendar
The University Calendar is located on the web at www.uncp.edu/calendar/. All public University events, meetings, dates, and deadlines are listed on the Master Calendar. In addition, the calendar has special interest sections that display the events only applicable or of interest to one particular group. The sections are Academic, Administrative, Alumni, Arts & Entertainment, Athletics, Faculty and Staff, and Student Life. All students, faculty and staff can list events on the University Calendar by contacting a Calendar Manager through the web at www.uncp.edu/calendar/managers.htm.

University Activity Period
A University Activity Period is scheduled each Wednesday from 10:00-11:15 am. The Activity Period is a period in which no classes, labs, departmental meetings, etc., formal or informal, are to be scheduled. This special period was initiated to allow unencumbered time for students, especially commuting students, to participate in campus clubs and organization activities, to allow students and faculty to participate in special events and programs of interest, and to provide greater opportunity for students and faculty to interact outside the classroom.

Cultural Programs
There are many opportunities for cultural enrichment at UNCP. The University Theatre produces two mainstage plays each year, plus numerous studio theatre productions. The Givens Performing Arts Center’s Broadway and More, Nostalgia Concert, and On Stage for Youth Series provide twelve to eighteen professional touring groups each year. The Distinguished Speaker Series presents four to five nationally recognized personalities each year.

The Department of Music provides a significant number of programs throughout the academic year including the Moore Hall Recital Series, a UNCP Ensemble Series, as well as student and faculty recitals. The Moore Hall Series involves two to three programs each semester featuring solo artists, chamber groups, instrumental and vocal jazz ensembles, and even small operatic/musical theatre productions. The Musical Theatre program presents a variety of productions, from “scenes” to fully-staged musicals. The Ensemble Series involves an array of varied performances by the Concert Choir, Pembroke Singers, University Band, University Jazz Choir, “Spirit of the Carolinas” Marching Band, University Jazz Ensemble, UNCP Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble, etc. These ensembles are open to all students regardless of major.

Each year the Student Life staff sponsors “A Taste of Culture,” a celebration of UNCP’s cultural diversity. This is a program that consists of various displays presented by UNCP students, faculty, and staff which represents their respective cultural backgrounds. Displays often include food items to be sampled, hence the name “A Taste of Culture.” Entertainment typically includes Native American dancers, African American dancers, Latin American dancers, Japanese dancers, singers, etc.

Distinguished Speaker Series
The Distinguished Speaker Series is a program coordinated by the Office of Student Life that exposes UNCP students and the regional community to nationally known personalities who speak on various topics of cultural, political and social interest. The primary goal of the series is to complement the University’s academic program and enhance the overall educational experiences.

Miss UNCP and Mr. and Miss Homecoming
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Scholarship Pageant, a tradition since 1953, is held on campus during the spring semester of each year. Miss UNCP is selected by a panel of professional judges and serves as the University’s official role model for other women. The Miss UNCP Pageant is a preliminary to the Miss North Carolina Pageant.

Mr. and Miss Homecoming are selected each spring by popular vote and are crowned at halftime during the men’s homecoming basketball game.

Miss UNCP and Mr. and Miss Homecoming represent the University at various functions, including parades and local pageants.

Publications
The INDIANHEAD is the annually published yearbook of The University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Its staff strives to provide an accurate account of the year’s activities and events associated with student life at UNCP. All students are eligible to participate on the yearbook staff. Editors, assistant editors, and photographers are all salaried positions. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs has the administrative responsibility for overseeing the budget. A faculty advisor gives direction and support to the staff and offers technical assistance.

The PINE NEEDLE is a bi-weekly student-published campus newspaper at UNCP. It records the weekly activities associated with the student body and the greater University community. Through its news, sports coverage, etc., the PINE NEEDLE staff keeps the University community well-informed of what is happening at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke and also covers issues of regional and national concern. Through the PINE NEEDLE students are afforded the opportunity to voice their opinions, thereby providing a vital communications link with the total University. All students are eligible to participate on the newspaper staff. Editors, assistant editors, advertising manager, photographers, and senior reporters are salaried positions. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs has the administrative responsibility for overseeing the budget. A faculty advisor gives direction and support to the staff and offers technical assistance.

THE AUROCHS is the annually published literary magazine of The University of North Carolina at Pembroke. THE AUROCHS features original poetry, fiction, photography, and artwork created and submitted by UNCP students. All students are eligible to participate on the staff of the literary magazine. THE AUROCHS editor receives a stipend; assistant editors and editorial staff are non-salaried positions. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs has the administrative responsibility for overseeing the budget. A faculty advisor gives direction and support to the staff and offers technical assistance.

THIS WEEK is a weekly publication from the Student Affairs Office during Fall and Spring Semesters. It includes a schedule of the upcoming week’s activities, publicizes job opportunities, and in general alerts the entire University community of campus activities.

The STUDENT HANDBOOK is an annual publication from the Student Affairs Office designed to familiarize the student body with the purpose of the University, the rules and regulations that govern the student body, and in general answers the many questions that students have.

Student Publications Board
Composition of the Student Publications Board includes: the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (administrative advisor for the newspaper, yearbook, and magazine); the faculty advisor for the newspaper; the faculty advisor for the yearbook; the faculty advisor for the magazine; one faculty member not actively involved in student publications; the incumbent newspaper editor; the incumbent yearbook editor; the incumbent magazine editor; and the incumbent Student Government Association president or his/her designee.

The Student Publications Board establishes guidelines and provides policy which governs the newspaper, yearbook, and magazine. In addition, it has the responsibility for interviewing applicants and selecting editors for the campus newspaper, yearbook, and magazine.

Intercollegiate Athletics
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke excels in intercollegiate athletics in both men’s and women’s competition. UNC Pembroke is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the Peach Belt Conference, which includes 12 universities in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.

Eight men’s sports and eight women’s sports provide UNCP constant recognition at the local, regional and national levels. Men’s varsity sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, track & field, and wrestling. Women’s sports are sponsored in basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field, and volleyball. Conference championships have been won in many of UNCP’s programs and advancing to national competition has been an accomplishment of which the University is very proud.

As a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), UNCP won over 60 district championships through the years and 30 league titles as a member of the Carolinas Conference from 1976-92. In 1978, the UNCP cross country team captured the coveted NAIA National Championship. Over 100 student-athletes have been honored as All-Americans in either the NAIA or NCAA. Also, former athletic greats are annually inducted into the UNC Pembroke Athletic Hall of Fame.
Athletic grants-in-aid are offered in all of the University’s intercollegiate sports programs for both men and women upon recommendation of the head coach and approval of the Director of Athletics.

Intramural Sports
The Intramural Department is associated with the Office of Student Life. Leisure physical activity and enjoyment are vital to a person’s total well-being. Based upon this belief, the intramural program provides a broad and diversified program of recreational sport activities for the University’s students, faculty, and staff.

Students at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke have opportunities for participation in over a dozen intramural activities including: flag football, softball, indoor and outdoor soccer, indoor and outdoor volleyball, basketball, and many smaller activities such as tennis tournaments and swim meets. There are also non-sports based activities including: use of the ropes course, skill competitions, white water rafting, skiing, and deep sea fishing.

In an effort to expand the experience of intramurals, travel team opportunities now exist in the program.

Co-Curricular Activities
The UNCP community believes that students should become actively involved in the co-curricular activities of the University. This involvement should be an important part of the student’s campus life. The administration at UNCP is dedicated to providing the student body with a variety of activities that will complement the academic program.

Band is open to all students regardless of major. The band appears in festivals in addition to a regularly scheduled series of concerts. Credit is available through the Music Department.

Cheerleaders are selected through competition. In addition to cheering at athletic events, the cheerleaders are campus leaders in promoting school spirit.

Concert Choir is open to all students regardless of major. The Concert Choir is a large mixed vocal organization that specializes in performing works of a serious nature as well as the light classics. The choir appears before campus groups and local groups, and represents the University on tour.

Indianhead is the University yearbook. All students are eligible to work on the staff. Credit is available through the Mass Communications Department.

Jazz Choir (The Singers) is open to all students regardless of major. The Jazz Choir is a mixed-voice ensemble which specializes in performing popular songs before campus groups and local civic organizations and goes on tour. Credit is available through the Music Department.

Jazz Ensemble (The Swingers) is open to all students regardless of major. The Jazz Ensemble is an instrumental ensemble which specializes in performing popular music and modern jazz arrangements before campus groups and local civic organizations and goes on tour. Credit is available through the Music Department.

Pep Band is open to all students regardless of major. It specializes in performing at University athletic contests and other special occasions. Credit is available through the Music Department.

Pine Needle is the student newspaper. All students are eligible to work on the staff. Credit is available through the Mass Communications Department.

Tennis Club is open to all students with an interest in competitive non-varsity tennis.

Voices of Victory Gospel Choir is open to all students with an interest in singing and promoting spiritual growth and inspiration.

University Theatre is a dramatics organization which offers members the opportunity to appear in plays and to engage in play production. All students are eligible.

WNCP-TV is a program service of the Department of Mass Communication and a learning laboratory for the televisual arts. Television programs are produced by UNCP students and faculty in classes or as part of departmentally approved extracurricular productions. These talk shows, newcasts, sports, special event coverage and other videos can be seen on channel 6 on Time Warner Cable in Robeson County (14,000 cable households). Select programs produced under the auspices of WNCP also air on channel 62 (WFPX-TV) and reaching at least 200,000 television households across six counties. Students earn progressively responsible positions at WNCP for credit or work-study.

Chartering Procedures for Campus Clubs and Organizations
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke supports an atmosphere where students can openly share ideas, interests, and concerns. Through involvement in co-curricular activities, students can develop their communication, leadership, interpersonal, and time-management skills. Involvement in co-curricular activities therefore plays an important and complementary role to the formal learning inside the classroom.

To become a recognized, chartered organization on The University of North Carolina at Pembroke campus, the following procedures must be followed:

1. Members of the proposed organization must go to the Student Activities Office and pick up an SGA Charter Application. This application must be filled out completely and returned to the Student Activities Office along with the proposed organization’s constitution and bylaws within 14 days after receipt of the charter application.
2. A minimum of eight (8) students are required to form an organization.
3. Every organization is required to have an advisor. On-campus advisors are required for all new organizations.
4. The constitution must contain a nondiscrimination policy statement.
5. The Office of Student Life will review the application and constitution to ensure the minimum criteria/guidelines for establishing a club/organization have been met.
6. When the application and constitution have been completed, these documents will be reviewed by the SGA Executive Board.
7. Once reviewed by the Executive Board, the charter application and constitution will be presented to the Student Senate for review and approval. Approval shall be granted by two-thirds majority of the senators voting at two (2) regular meetings of the Senate.
8. Once the organization is approved the members shall be notified by letter by the SGA President.
9. Approval of the organization grants all the rights, privileges, and responsibilities given to all UNCP chartered organizations.
10. If an organization is disapproved, a sixty (60) day waiting period must be observed before reapplication.
11. All chartered clubs and organizations are required to submit names, addresses, and phone numbers of current advisor(s) and presiding officers to the Student Activities Office each fall semester or whenever there is a change in advisor, officers, or membership.

NOTE: Students who wish to form a social Greek letter organization must meet guidelines set by the Office of Greek Life. The names, addresses, and phone numbers of the current advisor(s) and presiding officers for the academic year must be submitted to the Office of Greek Life each fall or when there is a change in advisor, officers, or membership.

Fund-Raising Activities
Any student organization desiring to sponsor an on-campus fund-raising activity must first seek the approval of the Director of Student Life. The reasoning for this is twofold:
(1) conflicts will be avoided through efficient scheduling and (2) compliance with State and University statutes and regulations must be monitored.

Off-campus functions by student organizations will not be approved and/or supervised by the University. Student organizations are encouraged to schedule their functions, be they parties or any other form of fund-raiser, on campus. However, students and student organizations are reminded that they are subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including possible suspension or expulsion from the University, for breach of federal, state and local laws or University regulations. This principle extends to conduct off campus which is likely to have adverse effect on the educational process or which stamps the offender as an unfit associate for the other students. Students and student organizations are not entitled to greater immunities or privileges before the law than those enjoyed by other citizens generally.

Campus Organizations
African-American Student Organization is open to all students. Its primary purposes are to foster the idea of Black identity, promote the true spirit of Black unity, and ensure effective participation in decision-making processes that affect the organization’s members.

Alpha Phi Omega is an international co-educational fraternity. Alpha Phi Omega was founded on the three boy scout principles of leadership, friendship, and service.

Asian Student Organization is open to all students. Its primary purposes are to add to the cultural diversity on campus and add another element of interest to students who wish to learn more about Asian culture.

Circle K Club is open to all students. Its primary purposes are to emphasize the advantages of the democratic way of life; to provide the opportunity of leadership training in service; to serve on the campus and in the community; to encourage participation in group activities; to promote fellowship and scholarship; to provide a practical means to form enduring relationships; to render altruistic service; and to build better communities.

College Republicans – The purpose of this organization is to make known the principles of the Republican Party among members of the UNC Pembroke campus and community; to aid in the election of Republican candidates at all levels of government; to encourage and assist in the organization and active functioning of the Republican Party at local, state, and national levels; and to develop political skills and leadership abilities among Republican students in preparation for future service by them in the Party and community.

Disabled Student Organization is a student organization that is affiliated with the Disability Support Services office. Open to all students. It’s primary purpose is to create an awareness of students with disabilities at UNCP.

10% Society is open to all students. The purpose of the 10% Society can be divided into three categories: educational, supportive and social. The 10% Society will work to educate gay, lesbian, bisexual and heterosexual people on issues relevant to sexual minorities. The social and emotional support of gay, lesbian, and bisexual people as well as their friends, relatives and associates will be a 10% Society goal. 10% Society will primarily be concerned with the university, but will also work with those outside the university to build a stronger community.

International Student Organization provides for recreation and general assistance to international students in adjusting to American college life.

Keep A Child Alive is open to all students. The purpose is to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.

Latin American Student Organization (LASO). The purpose of this organization is to educate students about the Latin American culture and unite together to promote activities that are affiliated with the Latin American culture. This organization will provide students with leadership skills as well as participating in various educational activities.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) – The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People shall be to improve the political, educational, social and economic status of minority groups; to eliminate racial prejudice; to keep the public aware of the adverse effects of racial discrimination; and to take all lawful action to secure its elimination, consistent with efforts of the state and national organizations and in conformity with the Articles of Incorporation of the Association, its Constitution and by-Laws and as directed by the National Board of Directors. In addition, its objectives shall be to inform students of the problems affecting all racial groups; to stimulate an appreciation of minority contributions to civilization; and to develop an intelligent and effective leadership not only on campus but also policies of the Association within the framework of University regulations. The NAACP Chapter of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke strives to achieve these aims through activities such as Voter Empowerment campaigns, drives to feed the homeless, mentoring/tutoring, and much, much more.

Native American Student Organization is open to all students. Its primary purpose is to create an awareness of and concern for the Native American.

National Council of Negro Women is open to all students. Its purpose it to promote unity amongst women.

Pembroke Anime Society is open to all students. The purpose of this society is to discuss different types of anime, teach others about the art of anime, to teach a little of the Japanese language and culture. The Pembroke Anime Society is also offering to teach the art of origami and Japanese cooking.

Pi Delta Chi is an organization for women whose purpose is to encourage development of its members through academics, extracurricular activities, and campus and community service.

Student-Athlete Advisory Committee streamlines and promotes efficient communication between the athletic department administration and the student-athlete population, provides the student-athlete population with an opportunity to more effectively communicate with the athletic department administration and provides suggestions on programs designed to serve its needs, to actively encourage more involvement of student-athletes in campus and community outreach projects, and to design and implement programs which will encourage academic achievement, health promotion, social responsibility and general life skills awareness.

Students for Success is a study group designed to assist students with improving grades and also to participate in community service activities including tutoring, career planning and leadership development.

The UNCP Spirit Club is open to students who would like to support UNCP athletic events and teams.

Young Democrats of UNC Pembroke – This organization was formed to stimulate in young people an active interest in governmental affairs, and to make the members of the Democratic Party aware that young people intend to make an active role in party affairs. Accordingly, the vision of the Young Democrats of North Carolina is to make North Carolina a better place by promoting its issues, its young people, and the spirit of the Democratic Party.

Departmental Organizations
Accounting Students Association. The purpose of this organization is to provide additional opportunities for UNCP students with a concentration in Accounting to develop vocational competencies for the accounting profession.

Air Force ROTC. The purpose of this organization is to create and enhance more efficient relationships among Air Force Officer candidates, and to provide opportunities for greater interaction and communication with Air Force officers and leaders in national defense, government and industry.

Army ROTC. The purpose of this organization is to provide and enhance leadership skills for Army Officer candidates, and to prepare them for positions of leadership in the armed services, government and community. The organization also provides training for officer candidates and encourages participation in campus and community activities.

Angel Flight/Silverwings serves the campus and the community and acts as a link between the civilian and military sectors.

Applied Sociology Club consists of students interested in practical applications of the science of sociology such as community development and town planning, occupational guidance and vocational rehabilitation, etc. It is open to all students.

Arnold Air Society is a society within the Air Force ROTC for those who want to excel within the program. It promotes interaction between the cadets and non-military groups as well as promoting a better understanding of the Air Force by the community.

Biology Club membership is open to all students who have a genuine interest in the natural sciences. Its primary purposes are to become more familiar with all phases of the biological world, to learn more about scientific processes, to gain experience in scientific literature, lab and field research, and help prepare members for graduate study.

Campus Association of Social Workers is open to any student interested in social work. Campus Association of Social Workers is an organization to explore the broad fields of chemistry and physical sciences in order to enhance the educational interests of its club members. Members must be UNCP students or faculty interested in chemistry and/or the physical sciences.

History Club is an organization which promotes an awareness of the history of the University, community and country. Membership is open to all students who have a true interest in history and wish to support the club.

Association for the Education of Young Children at UNCP. UNCP students planning on entering the teaching field or who have an interest in working with young people can benefit by joining this organization.

International Affairs Organization is an organization which promotes the study of international political relations, fosters intercultural understanding, and encourages participation in various academic activities.

Pembroke Raiders is an organization to promote the Army program and stimulate interest of potential ROTC students. It is open to students who are interested in working with the ROTC program and cadets. Members do not have to be enrolled in ROTC but must have a GPA of 2.0 or above.

Physical Education and Recreation Club (PERC) is open to all physical education and recreation majors and minors who are interested in the purpose and ideas of health, physical education, and recreation education.

Political Science Club is open to all students majoring in any curriculum offered by the Political Science Department.

Pre-Law Club at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke promotes the welfare of those students interested in pursuing a career in law, particularly those who express interest in attending law school.

Problem Solvers United Mathematics and Computer Science Club fosters a wide student interest and participation in mathematics and computer science by providing programs and activities that assist students in developing mathematical skills, knowledge, and leadership qualities.

Psychology Club is an organization open to all majors and minors in the field of psychology. Its primary purpose is to promote awareness and interest in all areas of the psychology professions.

Student Computer Society is a society for students who want to foster an expanded knowledge and understanding of computer-related fields.

UNCP Math Club. Students with an interest in mathematics or related fields can become members of this organization.

UNCP Geography Bowl Team represents the university at various geography bowl competitions throughout the state and nation. The organization is based out of the geographical studies programs, and works to enhance students’ knowledge of geography.

University Players is a dramatics organization which offers members the opportunity to appear in plays and to engage in play productions.

Honorary Organizations
Alpha Chi is a National Honor Society. Membership is comprised of the top five percent of the junior class and the top ten percent of the senior class.

Alpha Phi Sigma is a national criminal justice honor society formed to promote academic excellence among students majoring in the field of criminal justice.

Alpha Psi Omega is a national dramatics fraternity open to those who excel in dramatics.

Association of Pembroke Peer Leaders and Educators (APPLE Corps) is a partnership of student peer educators dedicated to raising the awareness of students at UNCP about alcohol/drug issues. The Corps’ primary purpose is to encourage responsible use of alcohol and discourage use of illegal drugs. To achieve this goal, they provide educational opportunities for students to help them understand the complexities of the issues involved.

Chi Sigma Lota is an organization that promotes and recognizes exemplary attainment in the study and practice of counseling. Chi Sigma Iota is open to those students enrolled in Counseling with a 3.5 GPA or better. It is also open to faculty, alumni, and participating professional counselors who meet membership requirements.

Gamma Beta Phi Society is an honor society with an emphasis on service. The Top 20% of each class are invited to be inducted.

Gamma Sigma Epsilon – This organization formed to create an opportunity for congregation of students succeeding in Chemistry, and recognize outstanding students demonstrating exceptional ability and interest in the field of chemistry. It aims to promote professionalism and scholarship in chemistry and the general welfare of its members.

Marshals of The University of North Carolina at Pembroke are elected by a joint committee of faculty and students. Marshals officiate at Graduation and many University functions. Any student with a minimum 2.70 GPA can apply.

Pembroke Student Ambassadors is an organization dedicated to enhancing and preserving the fellowship between the University, students, donors and alumni. The Ambassadors also assist the Admissions Office in its efforts to promote educational opportunities at UNCP.

Phi Alpha Theta is a history honor society to promote an historical interest in the University, community, and country. Members must be history majors with at least a 3.1 GPA in history courses, have a minimum of 12 hours of history, and rank in upper 35% of class.

Psi Chi is a national honor organization to advance the science of psychology and to
encourage, stimulate, and maintain the scholarship of individual members in all fields, particularly psychology.

Sigma Tau Delta is a national English organization designed to offer majors and faculty members in English, Theatre and Languages an opportunity to share ideas, to bring speakers to campus, and to enhance student-professor relationships.

Sociology and Social Work Honor Society is open to those students who have completed a minimum of 15 hours in either sociology or social work and have an overall 3.0 GPA and are endorsed by the sociology or social work area faculty.

Theta Alpha Kappa is a national honor society for Religion and Philosophy majors.

Professional Organizations
American Indian Science and Engineering Society is a nonprofit, professional and educational organization whose principal mission is to improve Indian education and to increase the number of American Indian scientists and engineers.

American Medical Student Association (AMSA) provides an environment that supports the creative ideas of physicians-in-training as well as to affect change to make the medical education process more responsive to the needs of students and society.

Criminal Justice Club (Lambda Alpha Epsilon) is open to all UNCP students interested in promoting awareness of all areas encompassed by the criminal justice system.

Health Careers Club is open to all students. Its primary purpose is to promote awareness and interest in all areas of the health professions and to promote campus and community service projects.

National Art Education Association is open to any full-time or part-time under-graduate student not actually involved in the teaching of art for pay. The purpose of the chapter is to promote the values of art in the community and schools.

North Carolina Student Legislature offers practical, up-close education about the political and legislative processes through participation in a model general assembly. The organization also affords students a statewide forum for expressing their ideas and opinions on current issues to state and national leaders.

Phi Mu Sigma is an organization of women who seek to enhance their musical experience through community service and friendship. The purpose of the organization is to share fellowship with other women who have an interest in music and want to uphold high standards in music.

Science Education Club is an organization whose purpose is to serve future science teachers by providing information on current issues and fostering lifelong professional involvement and development.

Sigma Alpha Lota is an organization whose purpose is to attain fellowship in music through individual and group endeavors designed to serve UNCP, the Music Department and the community through work, projects, and standards which exemplify its goals.

Student North Carolina Association of Educators National Education Association is a division of the North Carolina Association of Education and is the state affiliate of the National Education Association.

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE). The purpose of SIFE is to recognize and encourage an understanding of how market economies and businesses operate, and in helping them to use this knowledge to better themselves, their community, and their country. To achieve this purpose, SIFE will provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for the exchange of ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for gaining business experience before they start their careers.

Voices of Veterans. The purpose of Voices of Veterans is to foster the interest of veterans and non-veteran students who show an interest in the armed services. The organization is also intended to provide study groups, programs, and service to the surrounding community, while developing leadership skills.

Religious Organizations
Religious organizations serving the UNCP campus are based on the philosophy of providing opportunities for spiritual enrichment, social activities, and religious service. They seek to integrate spiritual values, intellectual pursuits, and personal development.

The Baptist Student Union (BSU) is a student-led organization open to students from any denomination or religious background. BSU has a weekly Tuesday Night Celebration at 6:30 pm. Commuter Lunches are sponsored twice a month. Bible Study Groups, retreats, and mission trips are a few of the other sponsored events. “The BSU House,” located across from the GPAC, is open to students to lounge, watch TV, use the kitchen, and houses the campus ministry office (521-8777).

Campus Crusade for Christ is an organization that wishes to bring everyone who believes in God together.

Deeper Life Ministries seeks to provide students with an opportunity to minister to all people and to glorify God.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a student organization which meets twice a month for fellowship and devotion. It is open to all interested students..

Methodist Campus Ministry is an organization that serves to aid students in their education pursuits and undergird them with a spiritual support through developing a support group of spiritual enrichment.

Greek Life

Recognized Governing Boards and Affiliate Organizations

National Panhellenic Council (NPHC)
The purpose of the NPHC is to create and maintain high standards in the life of fraternities and sororities and perpetuate constructive fraternity and sorority relationships. The council provides:
• A means for preserving the cultural heritage of the historically Black Greek organizations
• A forum for addressing items of mutual interest to the NPHC organizations
• An experience of self-governance necessary for development of the emergent leader
• An opportunity for groups to recommend legislation to Inter/National Headquarters

The following NPHC organizations are recognized at UNCP:
•Alpha Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Inc. •Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
•Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. •Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
• Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Multicultural Greek Council (MCGC)
The purpose of the Multicultural Greek Council will be to set a high standard within the UNCP Greek community. This will be accomplished by unifying fraternal organizations through leadership and communication as well as offering an alternative governing body in order to reflect the diversity of the UNCP student body. MCGC strives for academic excellence, community service, and educating the campus and community in regard to cultural awareness. MCGC is committed to making an impact.
The following MCGC organizations are recognized at UNCP:
• Theta Kappa
• Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.
• Epsilon Chi Nu Native American Fraternity, Inc.
•Sigma Omicron Epsilon Native American Sorority, Inc.

Hok Nosai
The purpose of this council is to promote and retain high standards in the campus life of Greek-letter organizations at UNCP; to promote unity and harmony between member organizations and amongst other Greek letter organizations at UNCP; to maintain a positive relationship with the administration of UNCP; to address and develop strategies of action on matters of mutual concern to the member organizations; to facilitate active involvement of member organizations in the local community and on the campus; and, to promote a positive image of Greek life on the UNCP campus.

Panhellenic Association (PHA)
The purpose of the Panhellenic Association is to develop and maintain sorority life on campus, foster inter-sorority relations and promote scholarship. Each sorority supports a philanthropic project each year.
The following PHA organizations are recognized at UNCP:
• Sigma Sigma Sigma
•Zeta Tau Alpha

Interfraternity Council (IFC)
The IFC is a self-governing body representing the fraternities at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Consisting of four executive members and the president/delegate of each fraternity, the IFC strives to promote excellence in all aspects fraternity life and academic pursuits. The Council also works together to help the entire Greek community better achieve its common goal of membership development and service to the Greek community. The Council works to achieve these goals through its committee structure focusing on an array of areas including chapter development, scholarship, community service, member education, and alumni and public relations. The Council is lead by a four member Executive Committee, which works closely with the Director of Greek Life. Each year, the Council sponsors numerous educational seminars covering a variety of topics pertinent to the lives of University students.

The following IFC organizations are recognized at UNCP:
• Alpha Kappa Lambda •Phi Kappa Tau
• Phi Mu Alpha •Pi Lambda Upsilon
• Theta Xi

All Greek Council
All Greek Council consists of representation from all nineteen recognized organizations. The purpose of All Greek Council is to provide education and collaboration on a regular basis for the betterment of the Greek community at UNCP. The All Greek Council meets every other Wednesday during the Activity Period. Each organization is required to be represented at each meeting.

Joining a Fraternity or Sorority
In order to be eligible for recruitment and/or intake, potential new members must successfully earn twelve credit hours with a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Please keep in mind that most Inter/National organizations require a higher grade point average, campus involvement in non-Greek organizations, as well as a proven commitment to values.

Maintaining a Fraternity or Sorority
In order to be in good standing with UNCP, each organization must meet the following minimum expectations.
• Maintain a chapter grade point average of 2.0 or above for both semester and cumulative grades.
• Fully participate in All Greek Council and Governing Board meetings and educational programs.

• Update chapter rosters on a regular basis, which requires that changes be made within twenty-four hours of membership status changes.
• Update grade release/bid card/anti-hazing agreement documents within twenty-four hours of bid acceptance and/or beginning of the intake process.
• Adherence to all University policies and procedures as well as all Inter/National policies and procedures.
• Update officer contact information each semester.
• Have an active faculty/staff advisor as well as an active advisory board that adheres to the Office of Greek Life Advisor’s policy.
• Schedule and attend chapter president one-on-one meetings with the Director of Greek Life a minimum of twice per semester.

Establishing a Fraternity or Sorority
The UNC-Pembroke Office of Greek Life welcomes the colonization of fraternities and sororities by supporting open expansion and NPC extension. The following requirements must be met in order to establish a Greek organization on-campus.
• The Greek organization must be Nationally or Internationally recognized and documentation must be provided that the Headquarters is in support of the colonization.
• The members of the Greek organization as well as the headquarters of the Greek organization must hold a liability insurance policy with a minimum of one million dollars in coverage.
• The Greek organization must provide a copy of the Inter/National policy as well as risk management policy (support of FIPG strongly encouraged).
• The Greek organization must adhere to NIC, NPC, NPHC, and/or NALFO Standards.
• The Greek organization must provide a copy of a proposed constitution and bylaws.
• The Greek organization must have an active faculty/staff advisor as well as an active advisory board.

Student Organization Risk Management Policy
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke requires that all student organizations comply with the following Risk Management Policy, as promulgated by Fraternity Insurance Protection Group, Inc. (FIPG, Inc.).

FIPG, Inc. Risk Management Policy (Revised July 2006)
The Risk Management Policy of FIPG, Inc. includes the provisions which follow and shall apply to all fraternity entities and all levels of fraternity membership.
Alcohol and Drugs
1. The possession, sale, use or consumption of ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, while on chapter premises, during a fraternity/sorority event, in any situation sponsored or endorsed by the chapter, or in any event an observer would associate with the fraternity/sorority, must be in compliance with any and all applicable laws of the state, province, county, city and institution of higher education, and must comply with either the BYOB or Third Party Vendor Guidelines.
2. No alcoholic beverage may be purchased through chapter funds nor may the purchase of same for members or guests be undertaken or coordinated by any member in the name of, or on behalf of, the chapter. The purchase or use of a bulk quantity or common sources of such alcoholic beverage, for example, kegs or cases, is prohibited.
3. OPEN PARTIES, meaning those with unrestricted access by nonmembers of the fraternity/sorority, without specific invitation, where alcohol is present, shall be prohibited.
4. No members, collectively or individually, shall purchase for, serve to, or sell alcoholic beverages to any minor (i.e., those under legal “drinking age”).
5. The possession, sale or use of any ILLEGAL DRUGS or CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES while on chapter premises or during a fraternity event or at any event that an observer would associate with the fraternity is strictly forbidden.
6. No chapter may co-sponsor an event with an alcohol distributor, charitable organization or tavern (tavern defined as an establishment generating more than half of annual gross sales from alcohol) where alcohol is given away, sold, or otherwise provided to those present. This includes any event held in, at or on the property of a tavern as defined above for the purposes of fundraising. A chapter may rent of use a room or area in a tavern as defined above for an event held within the provisions of this policy, including the use of third party vendor and guest list.
7. No chapter may co-sponsor or co-finance or attend or participate in a function where alcohol is purchased by any of the host chapters, groups, or organizations.
8. All recruitment or rush activities associated with any chapter will be non-alcoholic. No recruitment or rush activities associated with any chaper may be held at or in conjunction with an alcohol distributor or tavern as defined in this policy.
9. No member or pledge/associate/new member/novice shall permit, tolerate, encourage, or participate in “drinking games”.
10. No alcohol shall be present at any pledge/associate/new member/novice program, activity or ritual of the chapter. This includes, but is not limited to activities associated with “bid night”, “big brother/big sister night” and initiation.

Hazing
No chapter, colony, student or alumnus shall conduct or condone hazing activities. Hazing activities are defined as:
“Any action taken or situation created, intentionally, whether on or off fraternity premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Such activities may include but are not limited to the following: use of alcohol; paddling in any form; creation of excessive fatigue; physical and psychological shocks; quests, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, road trips or any other such activities carried on outside or inside of the confines of the chapter house; wearing of public apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in public stunts and buffoonery; morally degrading or humiliating games and activities; and any other activities which are not consistent with academic achievement, fraternal law, ritual or policy or the regulations and policies of the educational institution, or applicable state law.”

Sexual Abuse and Harassment
The fraternity will not tolerate or condone any form of sexist or sexually abusive behavior on the part of its members, whether physical, mental or emotional. This is to include any actions which are demeaning to women or men, such as verbal harassment. The fraternity will not tolerate sexual assault in any form.
Fire, Health, and Safety
1. All chapter houses should meet all local fire and health codes and standards.
2. All chapters should have posted by common phones and in other locations emergency number for fire, police and ambulance and should have posted evacuation routes on the back of the door of each sleeping room.
3. All chapters should comply with engineering recommendations as reported by the insurance company or municipal authorities.
4. The possession and/or use of firearms or explosive devices of any kind within the confines and premises of the chapter house are expressly forbidden.

Education
Each fraternity shall annually instruct its students and alumni/alumnae in the Risk Management Policy of FIPG, Inc. Additionally, all student and alumni memebers shall annually be sent a copy of said Risk Managment Policy. A copy of said Risk Management Policy shall be available on the fraternity’s website.

Updated: Wednesday, July 11, 2007

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