I swear, this is the last time I'm going to contribute to this thread hijack!
GPhiB, I was just looking at the kinds of events you're hoping to publicize versus the kinds of NPHC events that usually get publicity in the paper. While the events you're trying to get noticed are definitely worthwhile, they're not really "newsworthy" events in a city like Atlanta. Generally speaking, it's been my experience that unless a significant amount of money is raised, or the event is a "society" event (like the Ebony Fashion Fair fashion show, or the AKA/ALTA tennis tournament), it won't make it into the AJC.
Maybe a thing to think about is where you're casting your net, and the kinds of response you hope to garner from publicity. I bet if Gamma Phi sponsored a 5K/10K run/walk for charity that would get in the paper more than the teddy bear program. Again, it sucks -- but it's just something to think about.
I'm sure things will turn around for the Atlanta Gamma Phis in no time at all! After all, us Triad Sisters have to stick together.
