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Old 12-30-2006, 07:35 PM
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I think it really depends on the organization jaynu. Certain organizations have certain reputations or "stereotypes" for their membership.

Frankly, I could care less what the "mainstream" Greeks think of "ethnic" Greek organizations. The reason "ethnic" Greeks exist is because of the "mainstream" Greeks conservatism and de jure and then de facto segregation.

BGLOs, LGLOs, AGLOs, to me, serve a HUGE purpose because they provide members of those groups with organizations that give back to their communities and provide brotherhood/sisterhood for their members.

As for what people think of your organization, I really don't know since I don't know who you are a part of. However, some Asian Greeks have earned a reputation as being very similar to gangs because of the inter-organization rivalry (see 2003 SJSU LPhiE & PAPhi fight).

Asian Greeks are "new", and the vibe I get from not just mainstream but also BGLOs and LGLOs is not exactly respect. Respect is earned, and in time, I think AGLOs will be among the most respected in the country, but it is going to require their members working towards the goals of their respective organizations and really being leaders within the APIA community.

Just my .02.
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