ADPiViolets - the first thing I would recommend is addressing the situation with your exec committee. As an ADPi sister, I know that communication done through boards, listserves, or any other method that is limited or identified as Alpha Delta Pi communication is not to contain references to alcohol. While I know this may not be your number 1 concern, it gives you a leg to stand on to bring up the situation. Secondly, try restating the reason for the listserve. Explain that it was established to keep all members informed of specific chapter events and IMPORTANT messages. Suggest that a second listserve be started to carry "chit-chat" and unofficial messages to members who wish to receive those types of messages (recommend starting a signup list for members wanting to receive them). I would talk to executive committee about the situation first then ask if you could speak in new business. State it as a concern for the chapter, not in your personal feelings. The one thing I would avoid is pointing out specifics. I wouldn't mention the message you posted here. I would start by saying something about the listserve being created to distribute official sorority business in a timely manner. I would continue with the idea that some concern has been raised over the content of some message that are being sent via the listserve and could be seen in the wrong light by International Officers or other sorority officials. Support the other side by saying that you feel there is a place for the other types of communication but that it might be better (for the chapters sake) if a separate listserve was started for that purpose. You can also limit who posts to the "official" chapter listserve by recommending that only exec committee members be allowed to send messages on it. Anyone that would like information sent using it should email an exec committee member who will then pass along appropriate announcements. Just let the group know that you support your sisters and are concerned about the sorority as a whole. Even if you do not want to receive messages from the second listserve, they will feel that you support the right to share them. Believe me when I say that you are not the only one feeling the way you do. There are others in your group who are not wanting to speak up for whatever reason. When you show the courage to stand and make your suggestions, you will be supported as long as it is seen in the best interest of the sorority. If you need suggestions on how to phrase something, let me know or talk to your advisor. I was on exec and I know some of the phrasings we used to lessen the friction. You might also want to visit
www.alphadeltapi.org and review the Internet Site regulations to have some printed resources for your meeting with Exec. If you need these guidelines, let me know.