Statement on racially offensive photos

The North American Interfraternity Conference is deeply disappointed by offensive photos that have recently resurfaced involving fraternity men from decades ago.

As fraternity men, we must acknowledge and denounce all forms of racism. We must unite around the notion that fraternal bonds are built on concepts of respect, dignity and empathy for all people.

In recent years, we have invested significant resources in supporting emerging and culturally-based fraternities, as well as enhancing education for all fraternity members on the importance of diversity and inclusion. We will continue working with our member fraternities, partners, and higher education institutions to improve awareness and education around these important issues.

Statement on previously dismissed claims against Yale and fraternities

Late day aerial views of Central Campus.

Three female students filed suit today against Yale University and nine fraternities seeking to make fraternity membership co-ed among other issues.

“These students’ accusations against Yale’s fraternities and their national organizations are baseless and unfounded,” said Joan Gilbride, attorney for the fraternities. “This theory of liability was already resoundingly rejected just last month by the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities in a written decision. We look forward to vigorously defending this action in court, as we successfully did before the state Commission.”

Fraternities believe that single-sex student organizations should be an option — a choice — for students. And so should co-ed student organizations. Students should have the choice to join the groups that best fit their developmental needs.

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Career Opportunities

Join our team! The NIC is the trade association representing inter/national men’s fraternities. The NIC’s member organizations boast more than 6,000 chapters located on more than 550 campuses in the United States and Canada, with nearly 4.2 million alumni. It provides a fast-paced, start-up-like environment and delivers on five core priorities to its members—including sophisticated educational efforts, leading the fraternal industry to positive change.

Current Opportunities:

There are no opportunities available at this time.

Foundation for Fraternal Excellence

The NICF has transitioned into the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence (FFE) with a rebranded identity, revised strategic priorities, a re-tooled programming plan and a focus on collaborating to enhance and preserve the fraternity/sorority experience for members to come.

Learn more at foundationfe.org.

IFC Logos & Brand Guidelines

The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is an endorsed, trademarked brand of the North American Interfraternity Conference. Endorsed brands are independent sub-brands supported by the master brand (NIC). This relationship is vital because, while Interfraternity Councils are an important part of the NIC and benefits from its association to the NIC, there are situations where they need to be their own brand.

The IFC logo exists in multiple formats for ease of use across many mediums. Additionally, it can be customized for individual campuses. While you should always use the preferred format, when layouts demand an alternate approach, the following are approved versions.

IFC Brand

Interfraternity Council/IFC logos are available for use in materials by your IFC. Request logo from the NIC communication team. NOTE: To produce merchandise or apparel, you will need to purchase through a licensed vendor available below.

Vertical (centered) format with IFC Compass/Torch and Logotype. 

Horizontal (left aligned) format with IFC Compass/Torch and Logotype.

Horizontal (left aligned) format with IFC Compass/Torch and “IFC”.

To request customized IFC logos for your campus, contact your NIC Vice President of Campus Operations.

The IFC logo has been designed for optimal performance. Avoid modifying any element of the logo and use only as provided.

The Logotype has been designed with ideal kerning and leading (spacing). Always use the logo mark and typography lockups provided. 

  • · Do not use the logotype only as the logo mark.
  • · Do not add a colored border.
  • · Do not rotate or skew the logo.
  • · Do not change the font.
  • · Do not alter the color scheme.
  • · Do not change the approved colors.
  • · Do not add imagery to the IFC Compass/Torch or logotype.
  • · Do not use the IFC Compass/Torch with previous versions of logotype.
  • · Do not use old IFC logos.
  • · Do not add text or imagery to the IFC Compass/Torch.
  • · Do not add logos/icons to the IFC Compass/Torch.
  • · Do not overlap the IFC Compass/Torch.
  • · Do not add text over the IFC Compass/Torch.
  • · Do not photoshop the IFC Compass/Torch or Logotype with effects.
  • · Do not add an image behind. 
  • · Do not incorporate the IFC Compass/Torch into crests or other logos.
  • · Do not use a gradient behind the IFC Compass/Torch or logotype.
  • Clear space for the IFC logo is defined by the total size reduced to 25%, which gives the clear space “X” size.
  • Due to the detail, minimum size allowed is 1”.
  • You should not attempt to recreate the logotype.
  • Logo colors should not be changed in the full-color logo. A one-color version is available which can be used in any color (such as for t-shirt printing).

IFC Identity Materials

The IFC identity materials or stationary may consist of business cards, letterhead, envelopes, and personalized notecards. For template or guidance, contact the NIC communication team.

Merchandise

Our licensing program protects our trademarks. Our goal is to license only vendors producing quality NIC/IFC merchandise and providing excellent customer service. Those vendors that we have given permission to utilize our marks are called licensed vendors. When you purchase products from licensed vendors, you are supporting NIC/IFC and our licensing program and protecting the history and values of our organization.

All merchandise must be purchased through NIC licensed vendors for a complete list visit: WWW.GREEKLICENSING.COM

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Questions related to licensed vendors or merchandise contact the NIC communication team.

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Alliance Partner Application

The Alliance Partner application is managed through FSCentral. If this is your first time logging into FSCentral, you may need to click the “No account? Signup here, then come back.” link to create your profile before completing the application.

Are you a returning partner? Please note our form has been updated. Click here to view a step-by-step guide to complete the Alliance Partner Application.

To complete this application, you will need:

  • To know the level of partnership your company/organization would like to secure (view the 2026-27 NIC partner benefit guide)
  • Your company/organization address
  • Your company/organization website URL
  • A short description of your company/organization
  • Names/email address of additional staff to add to your company/organization listing (there is also an opportunity to remove individuals no longer on your team)
  • If you are a new partner or your company has rebranded, please email your preferred logo to NIC Alliance Partner Liaison Will Foran.

Click here to view a step-by-step guide to complete the Alliance Partner Application.

Become an Alliance Partner

Is your business or organization interested in the fraternal market? The North American Interfraternity Conference and Foundation for Fraternal Excellence have a wide variety of partnership opportunities available. If you answer YES to any of the following, our Alliance Partner opportunities may be a great fit for your business goals. Do you:

  • Have existing business relationships with fraternities?
  • Want to expand your reach in the fraternal market?
  • Work with college students?
  • Work with associations and higher education?
  • Have a product or service that can be used by individual members, chapters or inter/national organizations?
  • Work for a nonprofit organization looking to develop partnerships with fraternities?
  • Work with organizations to support their fundraising initiatives?
  • Have a great idea that could help advance the fraternal movement?
  • Need guidance on how to be successful in the fraternal market?
  • Want an easier way to contact organizations with 300,000 undergraduate members and 6,100 chapters on nearly 800 campuses?

ELIGIBILITY

You are eligible to become an Alliance Partner if:

  • Your company is actively engaged in the business of manufacturing, selling, distributing, or providing supplies, products or services to men’s college fraternities
  • Your nonprofit organization is actively involved in educating, informing, charitable fundraising or willing to work cooperatively with men’s college fraternities

If you’re interested in becoming an Alliance Partner, use the button below to view the Alliance Partner Guide and application for either first-time partnership or partnership renewal. For more information about partnership opportunities for both the NIC and FFE, contact FFE Executive Director Will Foran at will.foran@foundationfe.org.

The Alliance Partner Guide includes partner benefits and costs by level for the 2025-26 year.

DISTINGUISHED TITANIUM AND DIAMOND ALLIANCE PARTNERS

The FFE and NIC work together to preserve the fraternity and sorority experience and invest in industry-wide initiatives that advance research and educational-based needs for students, higher education partners and interfraternal organizations. Because of this important collaboration, we created Alliance Partner categories that give partners the opportunity to engage with both organizations at the highest possible level.

  • Distinguished Titanium: Companies wishing to receive top priority would typically pay full price ($15,000 annually) to both the NIC and FFE (costing $30,000 annually). Through this partnership, top billing is now available to select Alliance Partners for $25,000 annually.
  • Distinguished Diamond: Companies wishing to receive priority would typically pay full price ($10,000 annually) to both the NIC and FFE (costing $20,000 annually). Through this partnership, distinguished billing is now available to select Alliance Partners for $15,000 annually.