ZetaAce I feel that you have made yourself very clear in your opinons that you have posted on the board. L-Dawg, I feel as though you want the "B" in BGLO to be removed because you feel that individuals who may not be black will be intimidated or discouraged to inquire about the organization because of the "B" in BGLO. If the "B" in BGLO is what's bothering you so much, I think you should maybe look at the bigger picture. Like ZetaAce stated the "BGLO" is just an unofficial term. If the person who might want to join the organization is so concerned about the "B" maybe they should not join the organization. Black Greek Letter Organizations are derived from a very rich history. I feel that the "B"is just an acknowledgement of the past, that's all. I feel that there are more things to be concerened about rather than the "B" in BGLO. BGLO are primarily about community service. If an individual, whether black or of any other race, has always had an interest in community service and has done their research about the organization they should attempt to join that sorority. L-Dawg if you look closer at different chapters of BGLOs you will see a very diverse population of members across campuses. Eleanor Roosevelt is an honorary menber of a "BGLO", Alpha Kappa Alpha. She obviously was not concerned with the "B" and neither was Alpha Kappa Alpha.
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