Quote:
Originally Posted by K∑_PZ_AEKΔB
To bring this discussion back on track (Kappa Sigma at FGCU)
I propose this question to all of you, especially those that are in opposition of open expansion now. If a group of young men, tuition paying students of the university can:
Form a dues paying, nationally recognized interest group/colony of 1/3 the membership of the largest fraternity on campus. Also, have that group of men meet the checklist per requested by their national headquarters (GPA, community service hours per man, fundraising dollars per man, campus involvement, by-laws, code of conduct, etc...).
Should they not be voted upon favorably for recognition to IFC? Surely they would bring about beneficial competition... I assure you this is no easy task. Whomever group completes this task is more than capable of adding strength to the IFC and to Greek Life.
I know my own current colony and future Rho Zeta Chapter of Kappa Sigma will, when we do get recognized at FGCU, at least double in size in quality men and perfect our operations - thus increasing the efforts across the board for all chapters on campus. And trust me, the community will reap the benefits of such policy change.
|
Generally speaking, I agree with the idea of free association (open expansion) as set forth by the NIC. However, that applies only to NIC member organizations.
Regardless, there is no oversight or governance by the NIC over a campus IFC similar to what the NPC and the NPHC have with their campus councils. And most campus IFCs include non NIC members such as Kappa Sigma and Phi Delta Theta as well as other local, regional and inter/national fraternities as applicable. As such, the rules and guidelines set forth by the local campus IFC are the ones to be followed by those seeking to be a member of the IFC. In other words, to join a campus IFC, a fraternity (NIC or not) needs to "play by their rules".
In the meantime, I wish the future Rho Zeta Chapter of Kappa Sigma all the best. Hopefully the issues about recognition will be resolved soon to the satisfaction of both Kappa Sigma and FGCU.