I'd have to say that multicultural orgs are designed to provide a place for people regardless of ethnic, cultural, financial, societal origin. I fear in my own org that if we get too diverse, or have a an overwhelming majority of minorities that we will come off as the sorority for multicultural women, which tends to disclude whites. Often it seems that white wome don't neccesarily see themselves as diverse and so would not see a place for them in a diverse org. It's unfortunate. Personally I think that the objective is to provide a place for anyone.
Also, as far as HBGLOs v. WGLOs, I think they are TOTALLY different, and not to be compared really as far as which is better, or more real, or anything to that affect. The systems operate totally differently, the sisterhood is regarded differently, the practices are different, really, the main similarity is greek letters and a fraternal bond.
I agree with honey that oftne black women are raised knowing of black orgs and aren't introduced to others until they are on campus...and it creates a definite need for adjustment, for like I said, it's different practice. But, I must say I feel it is a judgement call based upon preference of practice, as well as alumni connections. A lot of people seek black orgs (I plan to pledge as a graduate/alumni in or before law school) for the connections in the work force between black people. I would feel ecstatic as a black man to be able to say bill cosby is my brother and to be able to contact that man and seek his professional aod/advice/counsel, same if the great martin luther king jr were still livng, what an honor it would be as an omega brother to call himy brother and go to him with political/inspirational support. There is a certain level of honr associated with belonging to a black org, esp amidst the older orgs (DST, AKA, etc).
As for white orgs I am at a loss of expansive knowledge, but teh perception I have gotten is that they are a source of sisterly bond foremost, and a social atmosphere as an undergrad.
What do you all think of that?
Is it a disgrace for a black woman to pass up HBGLOs for white ones?
Does/ could the further integration of MCGLOs wipe out the original need for HBGLOs?
food for thought!
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