FSL September 2025 Community News

United Council of Fraternities & Sororities (UCFS)

Community Spotlights

Virginia Tech fraternity breaks national fundraising record in support of St. Jude

Virginia Tech’s Xi Omega chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon raised a record-breaking $267,933 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, earning national honors for their philanthropy and service.

Leading the Way: Meet the Fraternity & Sorority Life Council Presidents

The community begins the year with David Chomiak, Chance McCary, Devika Panchwagh, and Sarah Rodee guiding the four councils with a vision for connection, pride, and growth.

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Safety & Self-Care Spotlight

September is Suicide Prevention Month !

Your mental health matters. Check in on your brothers, sisters, and siblings — and remember to care for yourself too. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength.

By the numbers

During the 2024-2025 academic year, 42% of our members are from outside of the Commonwealth of Virginia!!

Events & Opportunities

National Hazing Prevention Week

Commitment to a Hazing Free Experience (Open Session for Potential New Members) - Monday, September 22, 6-7 pm, Holden Auditorium
Movie Screening of "Hazing"- Tuesday, September 23, 6-8 pm, Burruss Hall Auditorium
Hazing Prevention Museum - Wednesday, September 24, 9 am - 5 pm, Squires 204 and Atrium
Social Media Campaign - Members of the community and chapters are encouraged to utilize the templates linked below throughout the week, and to tag @StudentsAtVT, @VTGreeks and your council in your captions and/or stories. Our team will be resharing these posts and creating a Highlight on the @StudentsAtVT Instagram.

More information can be found on GobblerConnect.

Social Media Templates

Homecoming

Homecoming Kickoff: Monday, September 29, 4-6:30 PM, Drillfield
Cut The Mic hosted by NPHC & the Black Student Alliance: Thursday, October 2, 7:30-9:30 PM, Haymarket Theatre
Homecoming Parade: Friday, October 3, 5-8 PM, Downtown Blacksburg
NPHC's Dr. Zenobia L. Hikes Homecoming Yard Show: Friday, October 2, 8-10 PM, Commonwealth Ballroom

Full Homecoming Schedule

Homecoming Kickoff Interest Form

Homecoming Parade Interest Form