Theta Nu Xi?

[preciousjeni]

Originally Posted by AOE2AlphaPhi

I don't want to get into the whole argument, but I am interested in what activities Theta Nu Xi does that are multicultural. You said you have conversations about it, but what else do you do? Like, my sorority went ice skating a few months ago and we had a brunch for our families today, would a chapter of QNX do that, or are all your activities multicultural in nature?

Not sure if you saw this:

Originally Posted by preciousjeni

...if they see the Greeks are segregated to the point that they don't interact, they'll put together an event that incorporates all Greeks and encourages them to get a better understanding of each other. Theta Nu Xi is also currently tackling issues of gender identity and sexual orientation on a national level. We're very serious about "setting the record straight" and understanding the truth behind the way people act when they are confronted with situations that make them uncomfortable. We are a socially and politically active group of women. Our programming centers around our five tenets: Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, Leadership and Multiculturalism.

The majority of our activities have a multicultural emphasis. You may also see chapters throwing club parties as fundraisers and doing other activities that are traditional to Greeks on a particular campus. A chapter might go ice skating together as a sisterhood builder and we certainly do have family events (BBQs, brunches, formal dinners, etc.)

As I mentioned, most of our activities have a multicultural emphasis. A family BBQ might include food and activities related to one or more cultures. Here are some of the activities that one of our undergraduate chapters recently put on:

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Interracial Relations Part II (With Delta Theta Psi Sorority, Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc., and Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.):

This is a forum for people of different genders, races, and backgrounds to talk about interracial intimacy and sexual stereotypes. While most people will readily recognize that there is a certain “type” that they are attracted to, they rarely examine the societal influences on this seemingly personal feeling. Through dialogue about personal experiences and the broader social context surrounding issues of intimacy and sexuality, you'll gain insight into otherwise unrecognized stereotypes you might hold.

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Deaf Culture 101 (With Hearing Impaired Students Organization (HISO) and Michigan Sign Club):

Join us for a screening of "Breaking Through the Silence," a film which sheds light on the lives of students at U of M with hearing disabilities. Check out technology geared towards Deaf individuals, learn some American Sign Language, and talk with hearing impaired students about what Deaf culture truly is.

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Paranormal Phenomena:

Famed Psychology and Religious Studies professor Dr. Richard Mann will be discussing personal experiences and research on ESP, remote viewing, telepathy, and other paranormal phenomena. Get a chance to experiment with spoon-bending and other "out of the ordinary" experiences.

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A Taste of Diversity

Come enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet with foods from around the world, and top it off with chocolate fondue for dessert! Get a chance to spend time with people you wouldn't necessarily otherwise meet, and bond over a meal. Recipient of our $200 TNX Scholarship will be announced!

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The Art of Interconnection:

View artwork created by student and local artists all reflecting themes of inclusiveness, multiculturalism, and celebrating diversity. Work in a variety of mediums will be displayed, including sculpture, comics, poetry, drawing, photography, and painting. Select pieces will be available for purchase through a silent auction, and food & drink will be served.

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Pollution Prevention:

Join us as we help beautify Ann Arbor by cleaning up West Park, located at Huron & Chapin St.

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And a write-up about a rather unique event...the chapter brought a filmmaker to campus for a private screening of Akira's Hip Hop Shop:

More here: http://www.popcultureshock.com/akira...egorized/feed/

[SWTXBelle]

Chocolate fondue knows no cultural boundaries!

[Drolefille]

Wow this thread went boom!

And though this has mostly been talked about and I disagree with Kevin's statement as a general rule, there are orgs out there, multicultural, non-traditional, etc. that market specifically from a mentality of "unlike those other sororities we actually care about service/diversity/friendship instead of money/boys/parties."

Those are the organizations that should be getting the bad rap, IMO.

/Late to the game but something that I wanted to say nonetheless.

[SWTXBelle]

well said, drole. And I still believe in building bridges through a mutual love of chocolate.

[tnxbutterfly]

Originally Posted by SWTXBelle

well said, drole. And I still believe in building bridges through a mutual love of chocolate.

Chocolate makes everything better!!

[breathesgelatin]

Originally Posted by tnxbutterfly

Chocolate makes everything better!!

..... except when chocolate is grown in extremely labor-oppressive conditions and with extremely poor environmental precautions all over the globe!

I'm just kidding.... but I'm also just sayin'.

[SWTXBelle]

[AOE2AlphaPhi]

Originally Posted by preciousjeni

Not sure if you saw this:



The majority of our activities have a multicultural emphasis. You may also see chapters throwing club parties as fundraisers and doing other activities that are traditional to Greeks on a particular campus. A chapter might go ice skating together as a sisterhood builder and we certainly do have family events (BBQs, brunches, formal dinners, etc.)

As I mentioned, most of our activities have a multicultural emphasis. A family BBQ might include food and activities related to one or more cultures. Here are some of the activities that one of our undergraduate chapters recently put on:

-----------------------

Interracial Relations Part II (With Delta Theta Psi Sorority, Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc., and Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.):

This is a forum for people of different genders, races, and backgrounds to talk about interracial intimacy and sexual stereotypes. While most people will readily recognize that there is a certain “type” that they are attracted to, they rarely examine the societal influences on this seemingly personal feeling. Through dialogue about personal experiences and the broader social context surrounding issues of intimacy and sexuality, you'll gain insight into otherwise unrecognized stereotypes you might hold.

-----------------------

Deaf Culture 101 (With Hearing Impaired Students Organization (HISO) and Michigan Sign Club):

Join us for a screening of "Breaking Through the Silence," a film which sheds light on the lives of students at U of M with hearing disabilities. Check out technology geared towards Deaf individuals, learn some American Sign Language, and talk with hearing impaired students about what Deaf culture truly is.

-----------------------

Paranormal Phenomena:

Famed Psychology and Religious Studies professor Dr. Richard Mann will be discussing personal experiences and research on ESP, remote viewing, telepathy, and other paranormal phenomena. Get a chance to experiment with spoon-bending and other "out of the ordinary" experiences.

-----------------------

A Taste of Diversity

Come enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet with foods from around the world, and top it off with chocolate fondue for dessert! Get a chance to spend time with people you wouldn't necessarily otherwise meet, and bond over a meal. Recipient of our $200 TNX Scholarship will be announced!

-----------------------

The Art of Interconnection:

View artwork created by student and local artists all reflecting themes of inclusiveness, multiculturalism, and celebrating diversity. Work in a variety of mediums will be displayed, including sculpture, comics, poetry, drawing, photography, and painting. Select pieces will be available for purchase through a silent auction, and food & drink will be served.

-----------------------

Pollution Prevention:

Join us as we help beautify Ann Arbor by cleaning up West Park, located at Huron & Chapin St.

-----------------------

And a write-up about a rather unique event...the chapter brought a filmmaker to campus for a private screening of Akira's Hip Hop Shop:

More here: http://www.popcultureshock.com/akira...egorized/feed/

Thank you so much! I did see that post that you had quoted but your examples clarified beautifully! It sounds like you ladies have a wonderful organization, and now I understand it a little better!