Pillars of Excellence - Student Affairs - Student Involvement

WHAT ARE THE PILLARS OF EXCELLENCE?

The Pillars of Excellence is the accreditation and awards process for UAB’s fraternities and sororities. The program serves to hold our organizations accountable as well as to recognize those that excel.

The program is based on FIVE Pillars:

Philanthropy/Service

The UAB Fraternity and Sorority community values enhancing their communities through engagement of members in philanthropic endeavors as well as service opportunities at UAB and in the larger Birmingham area and beyond.

Community

The UAB Fraternity and Sorority community is dedicated to connecting students and alumni to one another across organizations and councils, and providing the means for a positive lifelong fraternal experience.

Leadership

The UAB Fraternity and Sorority community strives to provide opportunities for students to develop and enhance a wide set of leadership skills through chapter, council, and campus involvement.

Education

The UAB Fraternity and Sorority community values the educational pursuits of its individual members, chapters, and the community as a whole. The community will strive to provide opportunities for students to be successful in their academic endeavors.

Prevention

The UAB Fraternity and Sorority community fosters a culture of care that emphasizes the human dignity of self and others – giving special attention to issues surrounding hazing, interpersonal violence, alcohol/other drugs, mental health, and discrimination/bias.