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I wanted to wish you luck on this endeavor. What makes this story interesting and exciting to me is that there are students who also want to bring NPHC groups to campus. Having different groups interested in bringing both NPC and NPHC to campus at the same time can very well work in your favor.
From a PR standpoint for the Administration, it's an opportunity to recognize that Greek life can appeal to multiple cultures, celebrating multiple histories and traditions, etc. The fact that you have a group of women interested in possibly bringing an NPC group to campus, plus a group of (men and women?) bringing NPHC group(s) to campus demonstrates to the Administration that there IS a united interest in Greek life. Lastly, there is so much that your groups can learn from each other in terms of following protocol and process, by going through similar journeys (from an Administrative point of view). You will likely face many similar challenges and work as you proceed, should you be allowed to proceed.
When I was an undergrad member of Gamma Sigma Sigma National Service Sorority, we assisted Lambda Theta Phi in their journey to affiliate on campus. It was such a rewarding experience to stand beside them in their process. To me, your story brings back some great memories of working with these young men towards the goal of creating a brotherhood.
I also wanted to add that also as a member of an NPC - Alpha Xi Delta - I have to say that each type of organization (and each group under the various umbrellas) has its own unique culture, traditions, personality, purpose(s) and goals. I feel very fortunate to be a member of two very special alumnae groups as an adult. I just want to suggest that you figure out what you want to represent and work towards, and be open to at least learn about the different types of national umbrella organizations (and each ones under the umbrella(s) as well as unaffiliated national organizations.
Only once you girls firgure out who you already are, will you be able to decide which direction you go. I sincerely wish you the best of luck. If I may offer one last piece of advice - because history seems to have set a precedence at your school - approach every person - admin/interested girls/other interest groups and types of orgnizations/etc. - with the respect you would like to receive back. Realize that change is never easy, and you are proposing making historic changes to your campus. I would love to hear more about your progress as it happens.
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