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KDatUTC, I haven't read any of the posts you are refering to. This is a great topic because it reflects what's going on in general.
I have said things too, a lot of us have, that have been harsh of "colorful". KD's online policy is something we all should take to heart.
hedrixski-a good point The point is: We're part of something bigger an' should be concious of how we represent it by minding our manner (especially on the public forum of the internet), but at the same time we shouldn't be over-protective so that it's not fun for anyone to be a part of it.
I wonder what the age range is that reads these posts. It'pretty easy to pull up GC when you are researching GLO's for ANY type of information. So, our community is being seen by PNMs and parents, GDIs and antigreeks. I don't think we need to whitewash everything, but we can choose to present our ideas in a way that is intelligent and thoughtful. I couldn't agree with Delt Alum more What's interesting is that I don't think this is usually a freedom of speech issue at all. It's a matter of maturity and common sense.
At a time when some campuses/fraternities/sororities are scrambling for members, we should do our best to act in a way that mirrors what we want in our membership. That should include a vocabulary beyond that of a 5th grade little boy.
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