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Among reasons for trying to get NPHC's numbers up, Harrigan explained that more membership would make the organizations "more vibrant" and "more effective." Having a membership of at least 10 is "a statement that your organization is working," Harrigan said.
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Not true. There are some chapters that are large and not necessarily as effective as a small chapter.
Numbers are smaller for NPHC orgs at PWIs because there is a smaller number of Black students. Example, went to Wittenberg with 2100 students, 170 were Black. There were 3 BGLOs campus recognized and affiliated. Not all 170 Black students wanted to join a fraternity or sorority. Of those that did, some did not want to join the 3 on campus.
To give the NPHC a minimum membership quota will adversely affect Greek relations, recruitment and retention of Black students.
