Words of Wisdom - To Neos

[Sugar08]

Originally Posted by Senusret I

Befriend your brother/sister organization, but don't jock them.

Would you mind explaining that a little bit more?

And please, keep the tips coming!

[Senusret I]

Originally Posted by Sugar08

Would you mind explaining that a little bit more?

Maintain cordial relationships with the members, but branch out and collaborate with other organizations. And don't get mad at them when they do the same. Joining AKA (for example) is not an automatic free pass to Alpha parties. Nor should Alphas get mad if AKAs like the Ques on their yard more.

[Sugar08]

Originally Posted by Senusret I

Maintain cordial relationships with the members, but branch out and collaborate with other organizations. And don't get mad at them when they do the same. Joining AKA (for example) is not an automatic free pass to Alpha parties. Nor should Alphas get mad if AKAs like the Ques on their yard more.

Gotcha. I did see a lot of that in undergrad.

[mulattogyrl]

Everyone makes mistakes. Take it as a learning experience and keep going.

[tld221]

Realize that while deference is always gonna kick your @ss as a neo, you'll get yours later on in (greek) life.

You are not in a position to "check" anybody else.

let the chuuuuuch say AMEN!

[jojapeach]

Come in and do the work, but don't start trying to change up completely established programs, traditions, etc. without knowing what they are about. You might have seen the program from the outside, but do the work for the program before you start making recommendations and motions to change things.

Originally Posted by Senusret I

You are not in a position to "check" anybody else.

Word.

[Shelacious]

Patience...these organizations have been around for decades. Attend your local, state, regional, and national meetings to get a feel for how and why things are run, and then find ways to make a difference. Don't just rush in and go wild with "what you can do." You'll alienate a lot of members, even if your intentions are good.

Respect your oath--take it seriously.

Respect the elder members of your organization, if even you don't agree with them.

Have pride for your organization's accomplishments and membership, but realize that the world is larger than your organization, and you want people to see you as a positive reflection, not a hoo-riding cat throwing up sets and signs like your a crip.

Oh yeah, speaking of which, it is a greek-lettered organization founded on a COLLEGE CAMPUS, not a GANG.

The organization will survive only if you find a way to add value in a significant way--no organization needs a bunch of t-shirt wearers.