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I'm a little confused by the post. You said that the advisor told you that the school only takes nationals, but that you are more than welcome to start a local on campus? (Maybe I read this wrong.)
In any event, there are many universities (especially privates) that will not accept new greek organizations that are not affiliated with some national governing body such as NPC, NIC or NPHC. This really comes down to the fact that the university will have someone to corroborate with if they need to take action. Having been involved with Greek Life myself at a smaller university, I found that sometimes it really comes down to the fact that most greek advisors only have experience with NPC or NIC groups, and don't know what to expect from locals. This is especially true with newer ethnic-based groups such as LGLOs or AGLOs. Some staff members are reluctant to allow these groups on campus simply because they are unfamiliar with how they operate, and they are afraid that they won't be able to "control them" as they feel they would be able to do with a nationally governed group.
You'll probably have better luck in AZ. There are tons of LGLOs that are thriving there, and I'm sure most other local/regional greeks would be welcomed there, too. Good luck!
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