[KappaKittyCat]

I agree wholeheartedly with Pinkyphimu and Lauradav. Most of the organizations that have created new education programs have tried to incorporate just those things that you both called for: sharing of positive experiences, simultaneous group bonding and integration into the chapter, education, and team building. Keep in mind that most of these programs are relatively new (in comparison with the ages of our organizations) and be patient with the ones that may seem to go a bit overboard in your eyes. Give it ten or fifteen years and many of the kinks will be worked out. I'm a product of a Kappa's new New Member Program, and it really does work.

BTW, does everybody know the Greek Alphabet Song? I just taught it to my chapter on Sunday and it's a great (quick) way to learn the Greek Alphabet while not holding a burning match.