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I personally would never have even thought to consider "Pimps & Hoes" a racial issue, but if some people do find it offensive, then it's offensive.
A fraternity at my school throws a "Pimps & Hoes" party at the beginning of each year, and it's an open party. No t-shirts, no link to any sorority chapter, and anyone can go. Actually, last year the name was changed to "Chimps & Crows" to be less offensive, although it's understood that the general idea is to dress like "Pimps & Hoes."
I would never support my sorority throwing such an event or having our name associated with it in any way, but I wouldn't be against going. Freshman year I stayed in to work on an art project but took pictures of my friends as they went out. Soph year I don't think I went either for some reason or another, and last year I made an appearance in jeans and heels and then moved on to a different party after a short while.
These are generally some of the most highly attended parties thrown, but I'm glad it's not my org doing it. I think it's up to that chapter to decide whether or not they want to do it, and I guess the name change is a step in the right direction?
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