LadyAKA, your question is a valid one, and I think a lot of Sorors wonder about this same issue. I do believe that we should not wear paraphernalia at any place where alcohol is abundant. The exception to that rule is a college party that is affiliated with a Greek sorority/fraternity, where alcohol is being served. I think this is acceptable only because it is affiliated with college life, as is our sorority.
I don't believe that Sorors should ever be seen in any manner that is not representative of our sorority. Alpha Kappa Alpha was founded as a service organization, and that should be our main focus. So, whether you are drinking or not, you are still representing Alpha Kappa Alpha. I don't think it's a matter of if AKAs drink or not or how much we gamble. It is more a matter of tactfulness. I hold my letters near and dear to my heart, so I don't want to taint the name of Alpha Kappa Alpha in any manner. I have seen Sorors at social events (i.e. Bayou Classic) who have totally embarrassed me. They were pink and green down from head to toe, and sloppy drunk. I think that this unwritten rule protects us from disasters like this.
Personally, I have paid too much money and look much too cute in my para for me to want to wear it in some dark, smoke filled bar where half of the patrons don't even know what my letters stand for.
I say use your head and carry yourself as our founders envisioned AKA women. By doing this, I think the question is a moot point because your heart will tell you when para is appropriate and when it is down right tacky.
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[This message has been edited by Skeeopatra (edited March 31, 2000).]
[This message has been edited by Skeeopatra (edited March 31, 2000).]
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