2 thoughts ...
1) Tradition
Tradition is something that is respected, honoured, and enjoyed by all. Also, tradition isn't something done by the last 4 new member classes.
2) "Voted out by one vote" by Tom Earp
It takes a lot more for sororities to terminate a pledgeship - in fact, it can be pretty hard. (most NPC groups require a supervisory approval to even conduct a vote which must pass by 2/3s)
3) Reality ... bites back....
In this day in age, women (and men) have many more options to spend their free time than being yelled at or feeling forced to do something that they would be embarassed to tell their moms about. The Greek community really needs to wake up and see that we are becoming the exception, not the rule.
A good rule of thumb is if you are having an event that you wouldn't want your parents, advisers, or Founders to see/participate in , maybe it's not such a great after all .....
Tamba, I hope that your chapter realizes that althought it may not seem like it now, you have strong women as New Members who want to be proud members who cherish their time with you all, instead of just walking away with no explanation. In time, your chapter will be stronger for it. Good luck!
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