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Originally Posted by RozRochelle
I'm glad to hear that there is ongoing dialogue regarding distance learning students (not all students are in "online" programs, some degree programs are 100% guided independent study). But, I have to say that the online student population is growing exponentially. Distance learning is in full effect and going strong, especially now that it's been proven that a classroom environment is not always necessary for a quality education.
Having been both a full-time and part-time student, and having known others who were doing the same, I can say from my experience that there really is not that much difference between the two groups. I don't think part-timers should have to wait and join an alumnae chapter for the reasons you mentioned because, if that's the case, the same can be said for the non-traditionals who are attending full-time. They do a balancing act, if not moreso, too.
Yes, some balance better than others, but the bottom line is that these women are ADULTS (my sorority is for women over 24 years old, btw) and it is not my place to tell them what they need to focus on in their lives outside of the sorority. That would be condescending.  |
You make waiting and joining an alumnae chapter sound like a punishment. In the NPHC it isn't. Our members have the rest of their lifetime to be involved in their sorority. The collegiate years are few, the alumnae years are many.
Oh and btw, being an adult in age does not always translate to being an adult in mind.
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