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Originally posted by mulattogyrl
I would also like to know what Islamic principles you're talking about. 
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My guess is that perhaps only a member of Gamma Gamma Chi can answer this question. Until then, and for what it is worth, I did find these at the Gamma Gamma Chi website under
FAQ's.
Q #5: How is Gamma Gamma Chi different from other sororities?
A: We are different from other sororities in that we are a sisterhood whose practice is based on Islamic principles. This means that although we use Greek letters in name, we do not engage in doctrines that are traditionally associated with "Greek Life." We are Islamic based; therefore, we do not participate in any form of shirk or any other practices that conflict with Islamic principles. Our focus is to provide an alternative to traditional sororities that allows women to maintain and celebrate their Islamic identity in rewarding, meaningful, and fun ways within a sorority structure.
and this
Q #7: Do you participate in rituals?
A: We adhere to activities that coincide with the Shariah (Islamic Law). We observe salat whose timing occurs during a meeting or an event, as well as other important Islamic observances such as Eid celebrations, fasting and Itikaf in the month of Ramadan. There is a special secret ceremony involved in becoming a member.
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Q #10. How Islamic is Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc.?
Being Islamic-based means that we will adhere to the Sunnah in all that we do. Being a sorority means that we have certain expectations and responsibilities that we plan to meet inshallah. The expectation is that we will have an organization that enables us to enjoy sisterhood, maintain scholarship and academic excellence among our sorors, to engage in activities that will help strengthen leadership skills, and to provide community service--particularly to the Muslim communities in which we live through our chapter involvement and at the National level. While we will not proselytize, we will demonstrate ways to try to serve and please Allah (SWT) in all that we do. We see this as an excellent opportunity to give dawah to non-Muslims, so they are welcome to join us as long as they help advance the mission of promoting positive visibility of Muslim women and Islam in general.