[KerriMarie]

Ha ha ha, I had a professor who always made fun of Greeks... like if I would say something intelligent in class, he would say "Whatever, you're in a sorority so you don't count" and freqently referenced "the brothel across the street" (there's a sorority house across the street from the Fine Arts Building) and I guess if you didn't know him and his sense of humor, you could think it was really offensive... He makes fun of everyone though, so it's all in good fun. He also warns all incoming students to the school of theatre not to date within the major, which is pretty sound advice...

I think you just have to kind of take it with a grain of salt - we're so quick to defend our beloved organizations, but yes, they can take up a lot of time - and I'm sure this dean (and my professor) have seen people who have real potential be eaten up by their Greek life and slack in their classes... and really, that's why one GOES to college, isn't it? Yes, there are other aspects and I understand the importance of being well-rounded, but it's really about the education, isn't it? And if you're in a major where you have class 20 hours a week and then the rest of your time is free, it's a lot different than having the 20 hours a week of class, plus 24 hours a week at rehearsal, plus other outside projects and performances and required events... It definitely seems applicable to tell these new students that their major requires a huge time commitment, and to not become involved with any activitiy that is going to jeapordize their success in that major.

I feel like I'm rambling, so I'm gonna shut up now. Thanks.