Unrecognized Organizations

Unrecognized organizations are those that either (a) have not been formally recognized by the University, or (b) were previously recognized by University of Richmond, and lost that recognition as a result of a University and/or national organization conduct process.

The University of Richmond does not sanction the activities of unrecognized organizations. Students are strongly advised not to join an unrecognized organization.

Risks and actions associated with participating in an unrecognized organization:

  • Unrecognized groups are not monitored for compliance with important University policies, such as the policy prohibiting hazing
  • They are prohibited from utilizing campus resources, participating in Fraternity and Sorority Life events, wearing their organization letters, gathering on campus, and recruiting new members
  • They do not carry liability insurance and are not supervised by or affiliated with any national organization
  • Students participating in these unrecognized organizations will not be entitled to any of the benefits offered to students and alumni of recognized organizations because they are not formally affiliated with the national organization

Updated December 19, 2023

Policy on Unrecognized Organizations

Listing of Unrecognized Organizations

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  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon

    Date Added: July 2015

    Permanently lost University recognition due to conduct violations and is not eligible to become recognized. 

    As of December 2023, continues to have sustained activity; commonly referred to as "The Kings," but also continued use of the SAE name and branding. 

  • Sigma Chi

    Date Added: March 2019

    Lost University recognition due to conduct violations and is not eligible to become recognized again until at least 2024. Organization will not become recognized again until there is sustained, multi-year (four or more) cessation of activity or evidence by students claiming to be in the organization.

    As of December 2023, there is direct evidence of sustained activity by students claiming to be in this organization, also commonly referred to as "The Donohues," as well as using the Sigma Chi name and brand. 

  • Theta Chi

    Date Added: June 2022

    Lost University recognition due to conduct violations and is not eligible to become recognized again until at least 2025. Organization will not become recognized again until there is sustained, multi-year cessation of activity or evidence by students claiming to be in the organization.

    As of December 2023, there is direct evidence of sustained activity by students claiming to be in this organization and using the Theta Chi name and brand.