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Originally Posted by crimsondanger10
What are your thoughts/comments on this pledge story (true story)?
Back in 2020  , 17 young ladies crossed the burning sands into XYZ land. For some reason unknown  , they are only known around campus as the 16...
Before becoming a XYZ the 17th was well known, outspoken, and very active around campus. Afterwards, she became the total opposite. She never came out, hardly spoke to anyone, and was an "unknown entity" thereafter. Now, to my knowledge, during MIP she was treated like everyone else. This is to say, that I don't think she had bad experiences during this time, so I can't say that she resents the organization or its members for anything that may have happened. Yet, it was a well known fact in the greek community (and nongreek for that matter) that she was...well, different from the other 16 girls. She was never looked at the same, and she never acted the same!
My question is NOT "Do you think Pledging is good or bad?" I just want your thoughts on how this well known, outspoken, active person let something like this change her entire personality? |
I don't get what you are saying either, but I will take a stab at it.
From my personal experience of observing people join a GLO, I've seen two extremes, and a whole lot in between. I've seen people go from being kinda immature when they first join their GLO, to becoming organized and productive people because their GLO gave them leadership opportunities where they could grow and develop into a well-rounded adult.
I've also seen individuals use a GLO's hype reputation as an excuse to act stupid.
It basically boils down to what was in that individual's heart when they joined. Not unless that person will tell you, you will never really know.