Exchanging Canes

[rhoyaltempest]

Originally Posted by NinjaPoodle

Hmm, what I find is if the young lady is pretty, no matter what org she is in, they are going to sweat her.

Yes, this is true but the point I was making is that some Kappas use the Indie love thing to get close to "Pretty" sorors even when they're not really being sincere about it.

Also, you'll notice that I put quotes around the word pretty because as we all know, beauty is in the eyes of the beholder and just because a Kappa doesn't sweat a girl, that doesn't necessarily mean that she really isn't pretty. It could mean that she's just not THEIR type of "pretty."

[tld221]

Originally Posted by rhoyaltempest

Yes, this is true but the point I was making is that some Kappas use the Indie love thing to get close to "Pretty" sorors even when they're not really being sincere about it.

Also, you'll notice that I put quotes around the word pretty because as we all know, beauty is in the eyes of the beholder and just because a Kappa doesn't sweat a girl, that doesn't necessarily mean that she really isn't pretty. It could mean that she's just not THEIR type of "pretty."

and conversely, if you aren't their "certain kind of pretty," well then Indi-love just goes flying out the window. you'd be lucky to get a "hey soror whats up" (not that im feeling it when Kappas call us their "soror" but it's better than "what up Rho" which is another story that's been argued over and over)

[jubilance1922]

Originally Posted by tld221

and conversely, if you aren't their "certain kind of pretty," well then Indi-love just goes flying out the window. you'd be lucky to get a "hey soror whats up" (not that im feeling it when Kappas call us their "soror" but it's better than "what up Rho" which is another story that's been argued over and over)

OOOH, I hate that Rho crap! I have been known to go off on folks doing that.

[rhoyaltempest]

Originally Posted by tld221

and conversely, if you aren't their "certain kind of pretty," well then Indi-love just goes flying out the window. you'd be lucky to get a "hey soror whats up" (not that im feeling it when Kappas call us their "soror" but it's better than "what up Rho" which is another story that's been argued over and over)

My thing is...the disrespect is just not called for and it's so unnecessary between greeks. I hate when Kappas just walk by SGRho's and not speak because they aren't THEIR type of "pretty." What does "pretty" have to do with speaking to someone? When I see this go down (even if it didn't happen to me personally), I want nothing to do with those Kappas and I make sure they know it when they try to approach me. You can't be cool with me and then go and dis one of my sorors because she's not your type.

[rhoyaltempest]

Originally Posted by jubilance1922

OOOH, I hate that Rho crap! I have been known to go off on folks doing that.

As for the Rho crap, people who know me (greeks and non-greeks alike) know that they better not ever call me a "Rho." You can call me a Sigma (which I prefer), an SGRho, or a Sigma Woman or Lady, but you better not dare call me a Rho. My Nationals has never referred to me as a Rho and I'll go back and forth with Phi Beta (and anyone else) all day over this...and I have.

As for the sorors that call themselves Rho, all I have to say is...show me in any Sigma literature where you are called a Rho. And I know on some campuses sorors have had issues dealing with Phi Beta over this mess and all I can say to that is...don't let anyone call you anything other than your "TRUE" name. I love Phi Beta and on my campus we were really close, but they knew that getting into an argument over our right to call ourselves Sigmas was not a good move (although they tried it once).

[jojapeach]

Originally Posted by rhoyaltempest

As for the Rho crap, people who know me (greeks and non-greeks alike) know that they better not ever call me a "Rho." You can call me a Sigma (which I prefer), an SGRho, or a Sigma Woman or Lady, but you better not dare call me a Rho. My Nationals has never referred to me as a Rho and I'll go back and forth with Phi Beta (and anyone else) all day over this...and I have.

As for the sorors that call themselves Rho, all I have to say is...show me in any Sigma literature where you are called a Rho. And I know on some campuses sorors have had issues dealing with Phi Beta over this mess and all I can say to that is...don't let anyone call you anything other than your "TRUE" name. I love Phi Beta and on my campus we were really close, but they knew that getting into an argument over our right to call ourselves Sigmas was not a good move (although they tried it once).

You are funny, Soror! I don't believe in the back and forth because I'll tell you one time only: My first name is Sigma, and I'm a Sigma. I don't use my last name, but if that's your pleasure, go for it. Just don't try to tell me what to call myself.

BTW, I'll never have Bruhs. I have plenty of Sorors, so there's no need. I'll respect and show love to a fraternity member that does the same for me. Therefore, you'll never see me chasing down a Kappa to show Indy Love in Atlanta. Maybe if I was in a city where Greek Life isn't so big, then I'd chase any Greek just to say, "Hey, Greek!" Otherwise, my sorors and I repRHOsent Sigma very well without a need for fraternity approval or alliance. If a fraternity member can't respect that, then tough ta-tas for him.

[IncontRHOllable]

Originally Posted by rhoyaltempest

As for the Rho crap, people who know me (greeks and non-greeks alike) know that they better not ever call me a "Rho." You can call me a Sigma (which I prefer), an SGRho, or a Sigma Woman or Lady, but you better not dare call me a Rho. My Nationals has never referred to me as a Rho and I'll go back and forth with Phi Beta (and anyone else) all day over this...and I have.

As for the sorors that call themselves Rho, all I have to say is...show me in any Sigma literature where you are called a Rho. And I know on some campuses sorors have had issues dealing with Phi Beta over this mess and all I can say to that is...don't let anyone call you anything other than your "TRUE" name. I love Phi Beta and on my campus we were really close, but they knew that getting into an argument over our right to call ourselves Sigmas was not a good move (although they tried it once).

I think people that try to call us RHO's are just trying to be funny when it is in fact being disrespectful. And as for the Sigma name thing, well we know that Sigma is our first name and its PBS last name. No argument should even be made by PBS over us being called by our first name. Most People refer to eachother by their first names so where is the argument at?
As far as Indiana love with KAPsi, thus far I have not witnessed SGRHO's being shown anything other than love from Kappa men. I know that for our probate, they showed up in big numbers and was very supportive. I am mad that this is not the case on all campuses but Oh well, we are Sigma women and we don't need the acknowledgement of anyone because our very presence (seeing our classy, sexy, sophisticated selves) commands attention

[PrettyBoy]

I guess my chapter is way off somewhere in left field. We don't have any sisters on our campus at all. We never let anyone touch our Kanes unless it's another fraternity brother. That would bother me if I went to another campus and saw an SG Rho holding or doing anything with a Kappa Kane. Different strokes for different folks.

[rhoyaltempest]

Originally Posted by PrettyBoy

I guess my chapter is way off somewhere in left field. We don't have any sisters on our campus at all. We never let anyone touch our Kanes unless it's another fraternity brother. That would bother me if I went to another campus and saw an SG Rho holding or doing anything with a Kappa Kane. Different strokes for different folks.

No your chapter isn't way off. My undergrad chapter is in the North (outside of Philly) and we also didn't claim anyone as our brothers, but when the Kappas and SGRho's got together, holding/twirling eachother's canes was just no big deal. I think that on some campuses where we don't acknowledge one another as brother and sister, there is still a mutual respect for our relationship regarding the canes. We both know that the reason SGRho's carry canes and why some step and twirl with them is because of our long standing close relationship with Kappas on some campuses (Who do you think first taught SGRho's to twirl?). So I think because of that mutual understanding and respect, exchanging canes is just no big deal on some campuses. Keep in mind though that some SGRho and Kappa chapters know more than others about the connection between our organizations and the ones that know the most or that were "made" by members who had a high respect and knowledge of our sister/brother relationship (where it exists) will usually have more respect for the connection and thus not mind the exchanging of canes.

I say if you have a problem with someone else touching your cane, just kindly let them know that you don't do that if they ask for it. There is no reason; however, to be nasty and rude, especially when you know that on some campuses exchanging canes is perfectly normal.

[IncontRHOllable]

Originally Posted by rhoyaltempest

I say if you have a problem with someone else touching your cane, just kindly let them know that you don't do that if they ask for it. There is no reason; however, to be nasty and rude, especially when you know that on some campuses exchanging canes is perfectly normal.

That's right Soror..

[Boom_Quack13]

Originally Posted by rhoyaltempest

As for the Rho crap, people who know me (greeks and non-greeks alike) know that they better not ever call me a "Rho."......... and I'll go back and forth with Phi Beta (and anyone else) all day over this...and I have.

You don't want to be referred to as "Rho," and that's fine. But do you think the men of Phi Beta Sigma want to be referred to as "Phi Beta?"

[BlueReign]

Originally Posted by Boom_Quack13

You don't want to be referred to as "Rho," and that's fine. But do you think the men of Phi Beta Sigma want to be referred to as "Phi Beta?"

If a gentleman of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. referred to me as "Rho" then I would ask him how he felt if I called him "Phi Beta" just to get my point across.

Please carry on concerning the topic of "Exchanging Canes".

[tld221]

Originally Posted by BlueReign

If a gentleman of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. referred to me as "Rho" then I would ask him how he felt if I called him "Phi Beta" just to get my point across.

Please carry on concerning the topic of "Exchanging Canes".

ok... carrying on.

not that im against it, but i wonder why sorors feel the desire to twirl canes. its one thing to have one for show, but i see sorors at parties and what not twirling. is it anything more than "hey its cool and the Kappas do it?"

i hope not.

[Boom_Quack13]

Originally Posted by BlueReign

If a gentleman of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. referred to me as "Rho" then I would ask him how he felt if I called him "Phi Beta" just to get my point across.

Please carry on concerning the topic of "Exchanging Canes".

I get it. Double standard. But I'll allow it to carry on....

[ladygreek]

Originally Posted by IncontRHOllable

I think people that try to call us RHO's are just trying to be funny when it is in fact being disrespectful. And as for the Sigma name thing, well we know that Sigma is our first name and its PBS last name. No argument should even be made by PBS over us being called by our first name. Most People refer to eachother by their first names so where is the argument at?
As far as Indiana love with KAPsi, thus far I have not witnessed SGRHO's being shown anything other than love from Kappa men. I know that for our probate, they showed up in big numbers and was very supportive. I am mad that this is not the case on all campuses but Oh well, we are Sigma women and we don't need the acknowledgement of anyone because our very presence (seeing our classy, sexy, sophisticated selves) commands attention

I have always called SGRhos Sigmas. And it is interesting that PBS are the only ones that go by their last symbol.