I think the term "elitism" is perjorative - and that is part of the problem. Instead of calling ourselves "elite," I'd prefer to have Greeks say that "we are called to live to a higher standard" - whatever your ideals are, we, as Greeks, should always be striving for higher aspirations. The hardest part is in actually doing this - and getting "recognition" (press coverage other than when deaths from hazing, or riots, etc... that the media feed on) of the positives of Greek life, that always have, still do, and always will outweigh the microscopic number of bad incidents in comparison.
I do find the contradiction amusing regarding Dartmouth and/or atheletes. But remember this, atheletic programs are going to be much more vigorously protected than Greeks anyday, for positive publicity AND foremost for the revenue the program generates. I'd love for greeks to find a way to rival that kind of revenue, but I doubt we could hold parties and charge the same price for admission as are charged for football tickets (not to mention that would be against the laws of the organization in most instances too) - but I dare to dream...
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Don't be your brother's keeper; rather, be your brother's Brother.
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