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Not an excuse - I don't think he needs an "excuse". If he doesn't want to do NPHC groups, I don't think he has to, although I do agree that he should label the thread so he doesn't raise expectations that the thread will be comprehensive.

I just wondered if that could be a reason - I like to do research on NPC orgs, and in fact am working on a book. While I could certainly do the same with NPHC, since I am not personally familiar with the groups on any but a second-hand basis I would not do it because I would be afraid of missing an important component of the subjective aspects. It's not that I don't think it's important - quite the contrary. I think it is so important that it needs to addressed by someone who understands them on both an objective and an emotional level.

That said, I'm sorry that so many feel ignored by this and other threads. One thing I really value about GC is the opportunity to learn about all the BGLOs and the newer multi-culturalGLOs. I've lead a sheltered life from a Greek perspective, and I'm glad to have the chance to hear from actives and alumni of groups with which I've had no personal experience.