Standards of Excellence & Awards
Fraternity/Sorority Life Awards
Nominations for the 2026 FSL Awards will open in January 2026
Nominees and award recipients will be celebrated at the Student Leadership Gala on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026. Nominations can be made for activities or individuals since the last Leadership Gala and until the Student Organization Awards application closes.
Fraternity & Sorority Member(s) of the Year
One Fraternity member and one Sorority member who best exemplifies the values of Greek Life at San José State University will be selected as the Fraternity and Sorority Members of the Year. Individuals that are nominated will be evaluated based on information provided specifically describing their character, scholastic performance, chapter, Fraternity & Sorority Life, University & greater community involvement, public service, etc. throughout their undergraduate career.
Nomination Link: https://cglink.me/23i/s131
Emerging Sorority/Fraternity Leader(s) of the Year
One Fraternity and one Sorority member who is identified as having demonstrated taking initiative or action, and showed an ability to inspire and lead within their fraternity/sorority and/or the Fraternity & Sorority Life community. Individuals that are nominated will be judged on the information provided on how they exemplified chapter values, took action/got involved regardless of a title or position, and served as a role model for other members within the organization. This award is intended for newer members within the Fraternity & Sorority community (less than one year in the organization); looking to highlight those members that have made an impact in the short time in which they've been active.
Nomination Link: https://cglink.me/23i/s130
Fraternity & Sorority President(s) of the Year
One Fraternity President and one Sorority President who demonstrated exemplary leadership during their term as chapter president will be selected as the Fraternity and Sorority Presidents(s) of the Year. Individuals that are nominated will be evaluated based on information provided specifically describing their character, leadership, resilience, and overall performance as president.
Nomination Link: https://cglink.me/23i/s131
Organization Awards
The Student Organization Awards are a series of formal awards celebrating Recognized Student Organizations (inclusive of fraternities and sororities) and their leaders on campus. There are 16 different awards for which recognized student organizations, student leaders, advisors, and any events or programs can be nominated.
Please view the various awards below to learn more information and complete a nomination on behalf of an organization. Students, staff, faculty, and off-campus partners can all complete nominations!
Nomination Link: https://cglink.me/23i/s32
Standards of Excellence
San José State University seeks to recognize and foster relationships with those social, cultural, and general-interest fraternities and sororities that contribute positively to the campus community and uphold the mission of the university.
It is required that each fraternity and sorority meet established minimum standards to remain in good standing and maintain official recognition and compliance with the University. These standards ensure that all affiliated organizations promote leadership, scholarship, service, inclusion, and accountability in alignment with SJSU’s values.
