Multicultural Greek Council Intake Family Resource Guide

The Big Picture

The Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) at the University of Kansas is the umbrella body for seven culturally based chapters that have come together to better support their members, address shared concerns, and promote unity within the Greek community on campus. MGC supports its members through intake, educational initiatives, and opportunities for personal growth. Each of the chapters (listed below) determine its own timeline for when it is ready to welcome a new class.

• Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
• Lambda Phi Epsilon Fraternity, Inc.
• Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc.
• Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc.
• Alpha Kappa Delta Phi Sorority, Inc.
• Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority, Inc.
• Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Inc.

The process is built on mutual interest developed over time. Students aren't assigned a schedule. Instead, they choose which specific chapters to research and visit!

How the Process Works

MGC Week

The semester begins with MGC Week where all MGC organizations participate in a week of events designed to provide a look into their organization. Such festivities include:

• Philanthropy events such as donation drives, direct volunteering, or even fundraising activities.
• Social events such as interactive competitions where your student can get involved.
• Educational programming such as academic support, campus resources, and council/chapter education.

Building Connections

After MGC Week, organizations will start to hold individual chapter events designed to attract potential interested students. 

If your student is interested in a specific organization, they should be:

• Attending these individual chapter events.
• Following the MGC social media, the specific organization’s social media and looking at their schedule.
• Getting to know members personally.

Watch for Intake Announcements

Each organization decides if and when they do intake. When an organization is ready to conduct intake, they will start to announce and advertise their informational meetings. If your student is interested in these meetings, they should be attending, taking notes, and asking potential questions about the organization. 

Attend Chapter Recruitment Weeks

Each organization decides if and when they do intake. When an organization is ready to conduct intake, they will start to announce and advertise their informational meetings. If your student is interested in these meetings, they should be attending, taking notes, and asking potential questions about the organization. 

MGC chapters will host a week of events following MGC Week, during which each chapter will promote its activities. Prospective new members are expected to attend a designated number of events to be eligible for intake.

Chapters will as well host their own specific interest meetings also known as “Informationals”. These are publicized on social media and flyers. 

This is where chapters will explain:

• GPA Requirements
• Credit Hour Requirements
• Financial Requirements
• Application process

Application & Selection Process

If your student is interested after the informational then they will need to submit an application to that specific organization. The selection process is private and varies by organization. If your student is not selected during one semester, they are encouraged to continue attending events and re-apply during a future intake period. 

Membership Intake Process

Once a student is accepted and formally invited to join, they enter a structured learning period. 

This period consists of:

• Learning the national and local history of the organization, its founders, and its specific cultural mission.
• Professional development where chapters use this time to teach resume building, public speaking, and event planning.

All intake process activities must be safe and risk-free. KU has a zero-tolerance policy for hazing.

Summary of Process

The intake process typically lasts 4–8 weeks and offers students the opportunity to engage in a close-knit campus community while developing leadership, service, and personal growth. Through involvement in culturally rooted organizations, students build meaningful relationships, strengthen professional skills, and participate in experiences that enhance their college journey both inside and outside the classroom.

After intake, chapters may introduce their neophytes (newly initiated members) through a new member presentation, often referred to as a reveal. Participation in this event is voluntary, though some organizations require full class participation in order to hold the presentation, while others may proceed if a member chooses not to participate. This event is a significant milestone, serving as a public celebration of the new members’ accomplishments for the Multicultural Greek Council community and their families.

Many opportunities exist and we encourage your student to connect with KU MGC to learn more, get connected, and start learning about different organizations intake processes.

Understanding Membership Costs

What do Membership Dues cover?

MGC sorority and fraternity dues support a wide range of experiences and resources that contribute to student-development and well-being, including:

• National organization membership
• Chapter programming and operations
• Leadership development opportunities and academic support
• Philanthropy and service initiatives
• Sisterhood/Brotherhood activities and events
• Membership materials and intake processes

Key Family Takeaways

Key things for Families to Keep in Mind:

• Since MGC Intake can take several weeks of the semester, your student might be very busy during this window. They will often have to attend late-night study sessions or history meetings with their new member class.
• Even if your student doesn’t identify with a specific multicultural organization, they are still welcome to join. These groups do not discriminate and are open to individuals from all backgrounds.
• Each group operates independently, so financial requirements, scheduling, and expectations are not uniform across all MGC chapters.

How You Can Support Your Student

• Check in to make sure they are staying organized and managing their time effectively.
• Listen without judgment as your student shares their experience.
• Learn about the Membership Intake Plan! Chapters are required to submit these forms which outline their full process, expectations, and timeline in advance. This ensures a structured experience with clear guidelines, oversight, and accountability throughout intake. 
• Encourage your student to speak up if something feels uncomfortable.
• Check in around Week 4 or 5. Ask, "How are you balancing your study hours with your process?"
• The best support you can provide is encouragement, trust, and open communication as your student navigates this experience.

Membership in the Multicultural Greek Council at the University of Kansas provides students with a strong sense of community where lasting relationships are formed alongside opportunities for leadership development and academic achievement. Guided by a structured intake process grounded in shared values, students participate in mentorship, service, and growth experiences within the support and oversight of the Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life.