I'm curious - why would it bother anyone that certain Greek Letter Organizations (such as professional or honorary groups) called themselves fraternities or sororities? They are legally called by Greek letters, have enduring traditions & private rituals and, in some cases, are older than certain social/general GLO groups.
I will admit to being tired of and offended by the notion that our wearing of letters is "silly." We teach our members the different categories of GLOs - respect for other groups rather than disparagement. To me, looking down on other groups simply perpetuates the stereotype of fraternities and sororities being snobs. What do these groups gain by this attitude?
(Sorry if that sounds harsh - my Irish temper just ran through here...
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[This message has been edited by BFulton (edited June 26, 2000).]