What makes Greek life "hot" in the south?

[ladygreek]

Originally Posted by DSTCHAOS

Yep.

Are all GLOs taught about BGLOs, LGLOs, and MCGLOs? If not, then what's the point of acting surprised that BGLOs don't formally teach about all GLOs?

Those of us who exist on campuses with GLOs have the opportunity to learn about GLOs, collaborate on programs, and work closely together. That's what we did and that's more than enough.

And I would venture to say that your campus was more progressive than most--kudos.

[DSTCHAOS]

Originally Posted by ladygreek

And I would venture to say that your campus was more progressive than most--kudos.

The "campus" wasn't progressive but a few individuals got along really well and decided to make (organization and chapter-specific) NPC-NPHC social and service connections.

[ladygreek]

Originally Posted by DSTCHAOS

The "campus" wasn't progressive but a few individuals got along really well and decided to make (organization and chapter-specific) NPC-NPHC social and service connections.

And I am sure you played a big role in that. Again kudos.

[DSTCHAOS]

Originally Posted by ladygreek

And I am sure you played a big role in that. Again kudos.

What is this thread about, really?

[1908Revelations]

Originally Posted by SWTXBelle

I'm kinda surprised, Ladygreek, that NPHC members wouldn't be up to speed about other member GLOs. Heck, I'm familiar with all 9, and they were not all at either of my colleges.

I'm not trying to nit pic, but it isn't that har to know the orgs of the NPHC as there are only 9 and of those 9 only 4 are Sororities.

Originally Posted by SWTXBelle

No man is an island, and no NPC exists alone.

Would I be reaching too far to say that ANY NPHC org stands alone? I don't think so.

[SWTXBelle]

Let me clarify my clarification - 'cause I wasn't specific enough. I'm surprised any member of the NPC or member of what I guess you can call non-BGLO or multi-cultural fraternities isn't at least aware of other NPC members - in this case, I was responding to bowsandtoes. I wouldn't expect the BGLOs or multicultural groups to know the members of the NPC, or study them as a part of pledging or intake. Kudos to them if they did, or for those of you who have picked up information on GC. I've certainly learned a great deal about non-NPC sororities here - rule #1 - DON'T ASK ABOUT INTAKE.

And I was surprised when ladygreek said other NPHC groups don't study the other 8 - maybe I wasn't clear about that. Sorry if I sounded like I was criticizing NPHC groups for not knowing about NPC - that isn't what I meant to convey.

I realize that this has moved beyond the north/south thing - but to some extent it is emblematic of the problem. The world is much larger than just your town, and the Greek world is much larger than just your org ( or even your GLO's umbrella group). It's easy to assume that the way you and your campus "do it" is the right way, but the fact of the matter is that campuses and GLOs are able to meet a variety of different needs by virtue of their differences. GMTA, Legallybrunette.

[33girl]

Well, here's the thing.

If someone referenced a group w/ three Greek letters in it while making a post about sororities and Greek life, I'd google it instead of just saying "I don't know what that is" and looking like an asshat.

The internet has made it pretty impossible to be ignorant unless you wish to remain so.

[DSTCHAOS]

Originally Posted by SWTXBelle

Let me clarify my clarification - 'cause I wasn't specific enough. I'm surprised any member of the NPC or member of what I guess you can call non-BGLO or multi-cultural fraternities isn't at least aware of other NPC members - in this case, I was responding to bowsandtoes. I wouldn't expect the BGLOs or multicultural groups to know the members of the NPC, or study them as a part of pledging or intake. Kudos to them if they did, or for those of you who have picked up information on GC. I've certainly learned a great deal about non-NPC sororities here - rule #1 - DON'T ASK ABOUT INTAKE.

And I was surprised when ladygreek said other NPHC groups don't study the other 8 - maybe I wasn't clear about that. Sorry if I sounded like I was criticizing NPHC groups for not knowing about NPC - that isn't what I meant to convey.

"Study" is where the miscommunication may be.

In general, we are expected to know basic info about other NPHC organizations but we don't "study" these organizations.

This goes back to understanding the history behind the NPHC. I don't think an aspirant can appreciate Delta's history and worth without knowing a certain amount of information about the other NPHC orgs (and a little info on Greek Life, in general). Just like I believe an aspirant who is ignorant to certain aspects of American history can't place many of Delta's accomplishments within the proper contexts.

You'd be hard pressed to come across an aspirant who doesn't know some basic info on NPHC orgs because even before the internet, aspirants were expected to be inquisitive and wide-eyed.

[ladygreek]

Originally Posted by SWTXBelle

And I was surprised when ladygreek said other NPHC groups don't study the other 8 - maybe I wasn't clear about that. Sorry if I sounded like I was criticizing NPHC groups for not knowing about NPC - that isn't what I meant to convey.

Please show me where I said that, although for my org it is true. There is plenty of our own history to learn. But that is not what I typed.