Jr. Greek

[12dn94dst]

Originally Posted by killakam11

Just so you know, our big brothers did explain to us what was appropriate and acceptable. We never crossed the line with any of the things we did.

I could tell. Each one, teach one.

[DSTCHAOS]

Originally Posted by 12dn94dst

Can we be clear on something? Delta G.E.M.S., Sigma Beta, Kappa League, et. al., ARE NOT "Jr. Greek" organizations. They are enrichment/mentoring programs, grooming you to be better young adults and better people.

Thank you!

[DSTCHAOS]

Originally Posted by killakam11

I feel you, but don't think that there is any problem with the term "Jr Greek". It's just that some ppl don't understand the meaning of it and the purpose of their org. The problem is they don't understand that "Jr Greek" does not necessarily mean "Fraternity/Sorority". That's why you see Kappa Leaguers/Rhoers Club/Sigma Betas with canes and Omega Gents with gold boots, it's just some stuff that aint right.

12dn94dst explained what these mentoring groups are REALLY about/for and did it so eloquently. But I see you're resistant to the reality of the matter:

Within the context of the Greekdom, there's no such thing as "Jr. Greek." You're either Greek or you aren't. If you are too young to be in a GLO, you darn sure aren't in one or in a "Jr." version of one.

This is why mentoring organizations should be treated like YMCA-type groups. There is no need for any GLO formatting because the skills that many of us bring to the table aren't unique to our memberships in GLOs. I have always refused to teach young ladies, who I mentor through Delta, to emulate the traditions of GLOs. If they want to learn discipline and technique through stepping, they can do so if their school or church have a step team. If they want to be in a sorority, they can learn what that entails when they research it and/or get to college. Do I care which sorority they want to be in (if any)? NO.

[KappaLeagr]

Kappa League isnt greek.....just throwing that out there.

[12dn94dst]

Originally Posted by KappaLeagr

Kappa League isnt greek.....just throwing that out there.

yes, dear, we know. we cleared that up days ago.

[poeticace]

Originally Posted by Sugar08

Yes, youth auxiliary participation should stop completely once you hit college, as you should now be eligible to join a D9 org. Or will be, once you become a sophomore.

Is that standard everywhere for all D9 orgs? Because I've seen (second-semester) freshmen crossing for more than one org, but is that just those particular orgs?

[Senusret I]

Originally Posted by poeticace

Is that standard everywhere for all D9 orgs? Because I've seen (second-semester) freshmen crossing for more than one org, but is that just those particular orgs?

Some NPHC orgs allow second-semester freshmen to join... I know personally Alphas and AKAs who did.

Also, it depends on the school. Many HBCUs do not allow freshman to join NPHC orgs.

[poeticace]

Originally Posted by Senusret I

Some NPHC orgs allow second-semester freshmen to join... I know personally Alphas and AKAs who did.

Also, it depends on the school. Many HBCUs do not allow freshman to join NPHC orgs.

Ahh, got it. Personally, I like the rule of not allowing freshmen, gives them more time to do their research.

[ladygreek]

Originally Posted by Senusret I

Some NPHC orgs allow second-semester freshmen to join... I know personally Alphas and AKAs who did.

Also, it depends on the school. Many HBCUs do not allow freshman to join NPHC orgs.

Yes, for Delta it is by semester or quarter credits. The number of credits we require usually aren't earned until you finish freshman year, but there have been those instances (especially in a quarter system) were they were earned during freshman year.

[DSTCHAOS]

Originally Posted by Senusret I

Some NPHC orgs allow second-semester freshmen to join... I know personally Alphas and AKAs who did.

Also, it depends on the school. Many HBCUs do not allow freshman to join NPHC orgs.

And I know many Deltas who did in a semester system. The official guideline is based on GPA and college credit hours. If you qualify and are a freshman, more power to you. But we all know that it takes more than qualifying based on GPA and credit hours.

[BlueNYC2]

just cuz you're in an org's youth axillary group doesnt mean you have to become a member of that org later on. alot of times, some of the youth members dont even become greek or members of that particular org. and your name gives away what youth group you were a member of.


and my fellow NPHC'ers correct me if i'm wrong, but doesnt your youth membership end upon graduation from hs?

[rhoyaltempest]

Originally Posted by BlueNYC2

just cuz you're in an org's youth axillary group doesnt mean you have to become a member of that org later on. alot of times, some of the youth members dont even become greek or members of that particular org. and your name gives away what youth group you were a member of.


and my fellow NPHC'ers correct me if i'm wrong, but doesnt your youth membership end upon graduation from hs?

Yes, our youth group, the Rhoer Club (www.rhoers.org) is for high school girls ages 13-18. And although a fair amount do become Sigmas later, they are not obligated to and they know that from the very beginning.

[rhoyaltempest]

Originally Posted by BlueNYC2

just cuz you're in an org's youth axillary group doesnt mean you have to become a member of that org later on. alot of times, some of the youth members dont even become greek or members of that particular org. and your name gives away what youth group you were a member of.


and my fellow NPHC'ers correct me if i'm wrong, but doesnt your youth membership end upon graduation from hs?

Yes, our youth group, the Rhoer Club is for girls ages 13-18. And although a fair amount do become Sigmas later, they are not obligated to and they know that from the very beginning.