What is the problem with tattoos? I have a tattoo of my letters on my ankle, and several of my friends have all sorts of letter/insignia tattoos. How could this be seen as offensive or disrespectful? To me and many others, it is a sense of pride. To make a committment to a sorority or fraternity is for life. Something permanent like a tattoo is a perfectly acceptable way of honoring that committment. I am not saying everyone should get their letters tattooed, but for some it is a very good expression of their committment and pride.