Ok, I think we need to distinguish bewteen "small" and "struggling".
Sorry, but I wouldn't want to join a chapter that has risk management and programming issues. I would, however, consider a chapter with a smaller roster if it was one I loved.
Frankly, in some places, upper-division just do not get a chance. Period. That's not fair. I agree with the people who suggest having a separate junior/senior quota or "free" juniors/seniors.
I am not convinced that an upper-division sorority would work. There would be fewer women participating and higher turnover. I am certain that NPC would not have such an organization as was brought up in the original post.
Finally, I really like the idea of allowing grad students to participate. Phi Sigma Sigma is on track with this one. I thought I heard that Delta Gamma allows grad students as well but I'm not sure.
Come on, everyone, give upper-division ladies a chance!
.....Kelly