The purpose of the ALPHA Standards of Excellence Program is to enhance the values, beliefs and practices of Fraternity and Sorority Life at Columbia University and recognize the accomplishments of outstanding chapters. By encouraging academic success, leadership development, philanthropy, community service and chapter management, Residential Life-Fraternity & Sorority Life seeks to reward chapters who exemplify excellence and continuously work towards making a positive impact on campus and the surrounding community while fulfilling the mission and vision of their respective organizations.
How to submit 2025 ALPHA Standards of Excellence:
Chapters should download the 2025 ALPHA Standards of Excellence Checklist for detailed instructions on the submission process for this ALPHA Standards year.
Important Resources
ALPHA Standards of Excellence Checklist
ALPHA Standards of Excellence Guidelines
Required Templates
Within this section you will find all templates required to successfully submit the ALPHA Standards of Excellence. All templates must be filled out within Excel and submitted as Excel files with the exception of the New Member Anti-Hazing Compliance Form.
Active Chapter Member Roster Template
-Due at 9:00am the first Monday of the Spring & Fall semesters
New Member Roster Template
-Due within 48 hours of bid acceptance in Spring & Fall semesters
New Member Anti-Hazing Compliance
-Due within 48 hours of bid acceptance in Spring & Fall semesters
Community Service Tracking Template
-Due on the last day of class for Spring semesters & December 1, 2025 for Fall semester
Educational Workshop Template
-Used for all Educational Workshop requirements. Due December 1, 2025.
Chapter Officer Report Template
-Due 72 hours after elections
Philanthropy Tracking Template
-Due December 1, 2025
