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As a member of the Greek community at Georgia State and friend of Pi Kappa Alpha I feel as though I need to say something in their defense. There are a lot of things that need to be said.
Action has been taken within the chapter, the members were suspended for six months.
Within 48 hours of the incident, a formal apology was written to the members of Phi Beta Sigma.
The greek community at Georgia State is very small, approximately a little over 20 organizations including NPC, IFC, and NPHC. We all co-exist with minimal assistance from the school. Everything is funded through the individuals of each chapter. Therefore, you have to understand that we're all basically one big organization. Phi Beta Sigma and Pi Kappa Alpha have co-hosted parties before, in attendance were many organizations from all councils.
The "incident" was not an act of racism. However, due to media coverage the whole situation has been blown out of proportion. I know for a fact that some of the members of the chapter have received death treats.
Themed parties, at any time, can offend at least one person. "Cowboys and Indians," "Pimps and Hos," or even a Luau.
At the current moment they are suspended until further notice. IF Pi Kappa Alpha is removed from campus there will be a serious blow to the Greek community at Georgia State.
Before you decide to make any other judgements, learn the facts so that you don't seem ignorant.
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