Malia Obama's (possible) college choices

[LAblondeGPhi]

As wonderful as all the east coast ivies are, I think that Stanford far and away has the best combination of uber-elite academics and campus athletics. Actually, I think the California schools in general do that pretty well (Cal, UCLA, and even USC).

[DTD Alum]

Originally Posted by LAblondeGPhi

As wonderful as all the east coast ivies are, I think that Stanford far and away has the best combination of uber-elite academics and campus athletics. Actually, I think the California schools in general do that pretty well (Cal, UCLA, and even USC).

[Complete hijack].

UCLA and USC have been on the same exact tier academically for many years now. While UCLA has traditionally been the stronger, they draw the same exact students, have the same exact stats, and are often ranked together on all the important lists (both are at #23 this year on the US News rankings).

California is spoiled for choice when it comes to excellent universities and all four are very hard to get into, but it's clearly:
1. Stanford
2. Cal
3. UCLA/USC

[DeltaBetaBaby]

Originally Posted by DTD Alum

[Complete hijack].

UCLA and USC have been on the same exact tier academically for many years now. While UCLA has traditionally been the stronger, they draw the same exact students, have the same exact stats, and are often ranked together on all the important lists (both are at #23 this year on the US News rankings).

California is spoiled for choice when it comes to excellent universities and all four are very hard to get into, but it's clearly:
1. Stanford
2. Cal
3. UCLA/USC

I don't know if you are just omitting it because you were quoting the poster above you, but UC - Berkeley is generally considered the best public school in the nation.

[Ag_Sis]

Originally Posted by DeltaBetaBaby

I don't know if you are just omitting it because you were quoting the poster above you, but UC - Berkeley is generally considered the best public school in the nation.

"Cal" = UC Berkeley

Also up there in public school "rankings" but for different programs: UT-Austin, University of Michigan, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, UNC-Chapel Hill, UVA, Georgia Tech.

[DTD Alum]

Originally Posted by DeltaBetaBaby

I don't know if you are just omitting it because you were quoting the poster above you, but UC - Berkeley is generally considered the best public school in the nation.

Cal = UC Berkeley. What people in California call it. I can see how that would be confusing if you're out of state / don't follow college football.

[DeltaBetaBaby]

Originally Posted by DTD Alum

Cal = UC Berkeley. What people in California call it. I can see how that would be confusing if you're out of state / don't follow college football.

Duh, my brain made Cal into Cal Tech instead of Berkeley.

[Cheerio]

Since Malia's heavily into sports, I guess that leaves the University of Chicago off her list.

[Alpha O]

Wasn't Michelle Obama inducted as an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha at some point? I remember reading that somewhere.

ETA: She was inducted at AKA's centennial convention in 2008.

http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2...ceptance/?_r=0

http://www.stlamerican.com/news/loca...4d44c3370.html

Originally Posted by DeltaBetaBaby

My recollection is that they were reluctant to be associated with any one group, as that necessarily meant a rejection of the other groups, rather than having an issue with NPHC groups generally.

You're right. The NYT article says:

“Because of her respect for each of the historically black sororities and fraternities, her membership is non-exclusive. She looks forward to working with all of them to help bring change to their communities.”

[thetalady]

Originally Posted by Alpha O

Wasn't Michelle Obama inducted as an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha at some point? I remember reading that somewhere.

http://www.stlamerican.com/news/loca...4d44c3370.html



You're right. The NYT article says:

OH MY! Can you imagine if she were to join another NPHC organization now? Surely they would not tolerate that.

[Alpha O]

Originally Posted by thetalady

OH MY! Can you imagine if she were to join another NPHC organization now? Surely they would not tolerate that.

There could be quite an uproar. Though, I'm sure she knows that that'd a faux pas.

I've wondered--do honorary members in NPHC groups have the same rights and privileges as members? By virtue of them being called honorary members instead of something closer to alumnae initiates, I assumed that that wasn't the case, but I have no idea if that's true. If we're not allowed to know, forget I ever asked. I hope the question doesn't offend anyone.

[NinjaPoodle]

Originally Posted by Alpha O

There could be quite an uproar. Though, I'm sure she knows that that'd a faux pas.

I've wondered--do honorary members in NPHC groups have the same rights and privileges as members? By virtue of them being called honorary members instead of something closer to alumnae initiates, I assumed that that wasn't the case, but I have no idea if that's true. If we're not allowed to know, forget I ever asked. I hope the question doesn't offend anyone.

For SGRho, no they do not.

Originally Posted by thetalady

OH MY! Can you imagine if she were to join another NPHC organization now? Surely they would not tolerate that.

Originally Posted by Alpha O

Wasn't Michelle Obama inducted as an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha at some point? I remember reading that somewhere.

ETA: She was inducted at AKA's centennial convention in 2008.

http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2...ceptance/?_r=0

http://www.stlamerican.com/news/loca...4d44c3370.html



You're right. The NYT article says:

Mrs. Obama's membership is non-exclusive because she said she has respect for all 4 NPHC sororities.

[stardusttwin17]

Those articles are incorrect. Mrs. Obama was extended honorary membership but she ultimately did not accept and was not initiated.

If she had already been a member of any org it would not have been an issue at all. Doing this at beginning of first term would not have been smart. Wherever her heart lies, once POTUS is out of office she'll be free to pursue.

[\slides back into lane]

[IndianaSigKap]

Stanford is already used to working with the Secret Service (Chelsea Clinton), they may have a leg up just for that reason alone. Some universities may not want the restrictions of having a former first daughter.

[Tom Earp]

No matter where she decides to go, it will really disrupt the school on all levels!

"IF" the joins a GLO it will also disrupt them. This is not really fair to all parties involved is it?

[AZTheta]

Originally Posted by Tom Earp

No matter where she decides to go, it will really disrupt the school on all levels!

"IF" the joins a GLO it will also disrupt them. This is not really fair to all parties involved is it?

You are kidding, right?