Interfraternity Council
The Interfraternity Council, colloquially known as IFC, is the official governing body for the ten fraternities at the University of British Columbia. We exist to promote the shared interests and values of our member fraternities: leadership, service, brotherhood and scholarship. We believe in Fraternity and that the shared values of Fraternity drive the IFC to create better communities, better chapters and better men.
We work to advance the academic mission of UBC, to enable fraternal organizations to grow and thrive through collaboration and teamwork, to provide an outlet for self-governance and accountability, and to model and teach ethical leadership. In a spirit of mutual support and betterment, we, the men of the Interfraternity Council, pledge to elevate the Ritual and the values of our member organizations.
Ferdinand Rother - President
Ferdinand, currently in his 2nd year of the Economics program in the B+MM track at UBC, has demonstrated academic accomplishments by earning a place on the Dean's Honour Roll and receiving the Trek Excellence Scholarship.
Since joining the Sigma Chi fraternity in 2021, he has held the positions of Philanthropy External and Judicial Board member. Presently, he serves as the IFC President.
Ferdinand actively participates in various campus activities, including the UBC Sailing Team, the German Student Association as President, and the UBC Sailbot Engineering Design Team as Finance Lead. His German-American heritage has fueled his passion for travel, leading him to explore over 30 countries.
Outside of his academic and fraternity commitments, Ferdinand pursues diverse interests such as hiking, sailing, skiing, playing the drums, discussing politics, and running. His involvement in the UBC fraternity has allowed him to connect with a network of diverse and driven individuals who inspire him to achieve his potential. As IFC President, Ferdinand is committed to fostering the growth and success of the fraternity system at UBC, while upholding core values such as brotherhood, leadership, scholarship, and service. In his downtime, he can be found enjoying the outdoors, hanging out at the beach with friends, or planning his next travel destination.
Nikolai Sundstrom - VP Administration & Operations
Nikolai is a third-year international relations student minoring in economics from Vancouver. He joined Delta Kappa Epsilon in 2021 hoping to expand his sense of community at UBC, and soon after decided to take advantage of the leadership opportunities offered by UBC Fraternities. Nikolai has been recognized for his academic achievements through his placement on the UBC Dean's List and his position at the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce. As an avid fencer, you can find Nikolai practicing at the AMS Student Nest, or having a meal at many of the restaurants on campus. He aims to enrich student life on campus through his position as the Vice-President Administration and Operations of the IFC.
Will Millar - VP Recruitment & Public Relations
Will is in his fourth year at UBC, studying Political Science with a minor in Economics. He was born and raised in Vancouver B.C., and joined a fraternity in 2020 during his second year of university. His time at Delta Kappa Epsilon has been nothing short of eventful, and has given him the community and support that is unique to the fraternities at UBC. After the isolation imposed during the pandemic, Will has worked to support the brotherhood that has given him such great friends, and seeks to further strengthen these bonds by advocating for the Fraternities at UBC in his role as VP Recruitment and Public Relations. When not studying and serving in the IFC, Will works for the Deke House as Housing Manager, and works part time running his own business as a contractor. When he’s got any free time, he is guaranteed to be spending it with the brothers of his fraternity, and often is hiking or sailing around beautiful British Columbia.
Will hopes through facilitating the recruitment of young men into the fraternities, they can experience what has come to define his time at UBC; encouragement, mentorship, and the dozens of brothers that can be counted on. It is a dynamic process which cannot be found anywhere else, and he knows the brothers of the 2023-24 pledge class will be the foundation of a strong greek community at UBC.
“Where there’s a Will there’s a way”
Enzo Passarini - VP Health and Safety
Enzo is a third-year Arts student majoring in International Relations with a focus on Global Security. He joined Delta Kappa Epsilon in his second year to forge new friendships and explore leadership opportunities. In his year at DKE, he has had the opportunity to organize events alongside his pledge class and active brothers and make lifelong memories. He acts as the Vice President of Health and Safety in the Interfraternity Council, ensuring the well-being of its members. He joined IFC to work on issues for the benefit of all fraternities, including security during village-wide events and issues reported within Greek life.
Arnav Sindhoor - VP of Programming
Arnav is a 2nd year Kinesiology with a minor in commerce student at UBC. He is from Winnipeg, Manitoba, and joined Kappa Sigma fraternity in 2021. During his time at Kappa Sigma, he has held the positions of external social chair, PR chair, Social Chair and is currently property manager for the Kappa Sigma house.
Presently, he serves as the VP of Programming, conceptualizing and executing all the philanthropic efforts made by the Interfraternal Committee.
Outside of academic and fraternity commitments, Arnav works for AMS Events and has helped organize the largest western Canadian music festival at UBC. He also purses various interests such as swimming, DJing, reading and cooking. His involvement in at UBC fraternities and allowed him to gain numerous industry connections, building meaningful relationships and long lasting friendships.
Gérémy Côte - Finance & Scholarship
Gérémy, a driven and ambitious individual, is a 21-year-old student pursuing a degree in International Economics and Spanish. Currently in the third year of his studies, he has exhibited exceptional academic prowess and a keen interest in the complexities of global economics and foreign languages.
As summer approached, Gérémy secured an enviable internship at Bombardier Aerospace. As an Analyst, he eagerly embraced the opportunity to apply his theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, delving into the intricacies of the aerospace industry and contributing his insights to meaningful projects.
Beyond his academic and professional pursuits, Gérémy possesses a diverse range of passions including cooking, running and travelling.
Caiden Keller - AVP Judicial Affairs
Caiden is a BCom and Finance student, who joined the Sigma Chi fraternity in 2019. This summer he has worked as a summer analyst at NIBC Capital Advisory, and involves himself as an associate for the National Investment Banking Competition. Beyond this, Caiden’s interest in F1 has moved him to spend his time as an engineer in the Chem-E Car Design Team. His time at Sigma Chi has been spent as director of Sorority relations, then Alumni relations, making him an excellent communicator. Apart from his active involvement on campus, Caiden looks forward to advancing the interest of the UBC Fraternities as AVP Judicial Affairs.
Adi Chatterjee - VP Member Development
Adi, a third year student in Economics and Political Science, holds the esteemed position of Vice President of Member Development at the Inter-fraternity Council. In this role, Adi is responsible for a range of vital responsibilities focused on enhancing the experiences and personal growth of fraternity members.
One of Adi's key responsibilities is working closely with the Sexual Assault Support Centre (SASC) to organize and implement impactful sexual assault prevention workshops within the Greek community. This collaboration underscores Adi's commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all members. Additionally, Adi takes charge of planning various professional events, including industry-specific networking conferences, which provide opportunities for Greek life members to expand their networks and gain exposure to potential career paths.
Outside of his academic and leadership endeavours, Adi thrives on the thrill of physical competition. With a background in Under-12 regionals boxing and competitive Jiu Jitsu, he embodies the tenacity, discipline, and fearlessness required to excel in high-pressure environments. In his leisure time, Adi also enjoys engaging in team sports such as basketball and football, which not only provide a healthy outlet but also foster camaraderie and teamwork. He also finds solace and rejuvenation in outdoor activities like hiking and swimming, embracing the beauty of nature as a means of achieving balance in his busy lifestyle.
“We believe in Fraternity and that the shared values of Fraternity drive the IFC to create better communities, better chapters and better men.”