No, I realize that but, it would still be cute. I actually liked it.

How would you have a Barbie theme that didn't involve dolls or that wouldn't perpetuate the "sorority girls are all about looks" image?

Even if it did, I wouldn't really care. I'm sure you could do the theme, minus some Barbie dolls. Maybe they could have life-sized Barbie world type cut-outs and stuff. They could make a spin on how Barbie is very diverse (in career field, clearly not in looks) based on what jobs she has held. It would be a great opener to talk about the various majors of the girls, what they want to do when they grow up and even add in the Barbies from around the world, for girls that may be from other countries. It is just a thought. I actually like the theme and can't wait to see pictures!

So... that helps your recruitment? Why exactly wouldn't you care about perpetuating that stereotype, particularly during recruitment, a process that also gets criticized for being shallow. Calling someone a Barbie doll would be calling them pretty and dumb.

This is making the best out of a bad choice, but it's still a bad choice.

I read that a "life-sized" Barbie would have the following measurements:

6 feet tall
100 Pounds
39"/19"/33"

or

7 feet, 2 inches tall.
39-23-33.

Apparently a size 4, but no 39" boobs are going to fit into any size 4 top or dress!!

I hope no sisters ever do this, or the Medium to Big Squirrels might not appreciate my humor.

Can I see a cheeses of the world theme? That would be a recruitment I'd enjoy, as I'm an old lady.

How does it fit?
 

How does a Barbie theme fit with this:

THE CREED OF PHI MU FRATERNITY
To lend to those less fortunate a helping hand.
To think of God as a protector and guide of us all.
To keep forever sacred the memory of those we have loved and lost.
To be to others what we would they would be to us.
To keep our lives gentle, merciful and just,
Thus being true to the womanhood of love.

To walk in the way of honor, guarding the purity of our thoughts and deeds.
Being steadfast in every duty small or large.
Believing that our given word is binding.
Striving to esteem the inner man above culture, wealth or pedigree.
Being honorable, courteous, tender,
Thus being true to the womanhood of honor.

To serve in the light of truth avoiding egotism, narrowness, and scorn.
To give freely of our sympathies.
To reverence God as our Maker, striving to serve Him in all things.
To minister to the needy and unfortunate.
To practice day by day love, honor, truth.
Thus keeping true to the meaning, spirit and reality of Phi Mu.

This is an incredibly meaningful and profound creed. And you want Barbie to represent your sisterhood? :(

(Looking for rocking chair to join the oldie, out of touch crowd on porch...)

I'm sorry. When I said "life-sized" I meant like life-sized cut-outs of a Barbie house, lipstick, high heel shoe, etc. I didn't mean of a woman. I'm saying you could attempt to take the "shallow" end of it and make it into something cute and fun. I said it would be a cute idea because of the colors pink and growing up playing with Barbie dolls. I didn't say it because I think we should perpetuate stereotypes of bimbos. There have been even dumber themes, in the past. Whether people like my opinion or not, I still like the idea. I wish everyone at Drexel a successful recruitment, regardless of the theme.

I'm not sure how lipstick and shoes don't make us look shallow.

None of us wish them a bad recruitment, and you're welcome to your opinion, just as we're free to disagree. Profusely.

Look guys...it's pineapple Barbie!
 

Awesome!

If you had to use the Barbie theme, I go with something like this:

There will be those who refer to sorority girls, or certain chapters, as Barbie Dolls. They may look all together, but we want to show you the OTHER SIDE OF BARBIE:

-the doctor side
-the vet side
-the big sister side (with Skipper)
-the best friend to all (with Midge etc) side
-the teacher side
-the trying on several pink outfits with our friends side
-the silly side of Barbie
-the Bridal side of Barbie
-etc, etc, etc

Because there's some Barbie in each of us. We all want to be drop dead gorgeous, we all want to do something meaningful with our lives, we all need meaningful relationships. We all need friends to accomplish our goals. We don't fit in a one size fits all world - nobody does.

But wouldn't the world be a little happier if we all tried?

Now, bring on the Pink!

There will be those who refer to sorority girls, or certain chapters, as Barbie Dolls. They may look all together, but we want to show you the OTHER SIDE OF BARBIE:

-the doctor side
-the vet side
-the big sister side (with Skipper)
-the best friend to all (with Midge etc) side
-the teacher side
-the trying on several pink outfits with our friends side
-the silly side of Barbie
-the Bridal side of Barbie
-etc, etc, etc

Because there's some Barbie in each of us. We all want to be drop dead gorgeous, we all want to do something meaningful with our lives, we all need meaningful relationships. We all need friends to accomplish our goals. We don't fit in a one size fits all world - nobody does.

But wouldn't the world be a little happier if we all tried?

Maybe
 

I think you could do this and it would be very cute OR a complete and utter dud depending on how you go with it. I personally like the "retro" barbie stuff a lot. I have 2 SK neices who still love the barbie stuff. BTW, I have seen the Victoria Secret done and it was way cute!! Super girly and done like SYX's Secret.

This is precisely why I'm very pro "no frills" recruitment.. no frills= no stupid themes.

Hell to the yeah. If you're going to rail about superficiality, female stereotypes and childishness in themes, Barb certainly does not have a corner on the market. Not everyone is a Disney fan and that shyte gets used ALL the time.

FWIW, I never felt upset or disempowered or any of that other garbage by Barbie, and much preferred her (or her paper doll counterparts) to the far more insipid choice of playing "house."