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Originally posted by AGDee
The problem with interviewing and signatures wasn't just getting the interviews or signatures. It was what people were making the new members DO to get those interviews or signatures (eg. a sexual favor for a fraternity man's signature or a member making themselves scarce on purpose because they weren't really fond of that new member). Also, what they had to do if they didn't get those interviews or signatures (eg. drink a shot for every interview/signature missed). If people (of the 80's mainly) hadn't abused these things, they might not be against the rules of many GLOs today. But they did, so they are.
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This is a super explanation as to why some of our "unhealthy traditions" are categorized as hazing. It's not the activity itself--its how the activity gets accomplished and what happens if it does not.
I personally object to interviews because they are usually one way--the new member asks all the questions, but the active fails to really take interest in learning about the new member. I think it should be a two way street.
And there are other ways to get to know other groups besides collecting signatures--have a social, invite them to dinner if you have a house, spend time playing pool etc.
Hybrid Mode
