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boy can i help
i just wrote a research paper last semester abt a similar topic so i definatly have info for you. Here are a few basic facts to start out with they sound inpressive and are good for an intro:
85% of Fortune 500 Exec's we part of a frat or sorority
76% of U.S. Senators were in one or the other
All but 2 U.S.Presidents since 1825 were part of a frat.
There are TONS of myths surrounding Greek life and here are the facts behind a few:
1. Greek Organizations Promote Binge Drinking
Each chapter has to abide by state federal and university policy regarding drugs and alcohol and almost all have risk maganagement officers/council, there are even programs such as 'Greeks Advocating the Mature Management of Alcohol' I know personally that alot of the sororites at least on my campus have dry houses where no drinking at all is allowed and we have the Sober Sister plan too so no girl is tempted to drink and drive.
2. Hazing is an inescapable part of being in the greek system
This is one of the most damaging myths. Greeks nationwide are taking a stand AGAINST hazing. Both IFC and Panhell have strict rules regarding hazing. On a personal note when i was initiated this fall we weren't hazed at all.
3. Greeks buy their friends
Ask any greek and they'll tell you this ranks up there with one of the most annoying myths abt greek life. The fact is dues cover all the expenses an organization may incur throughout the year. Almost any organization on campus that a person can join is going to ask for dues, things aren't free and the money has to come from somewhere.
That's alot and i hope it helps...on a side note you might want acknowledge that part of the responsibility for the bad rep of greeks has been due to the actions of a few. If you don't acknowledge at least part a little of that, people will probably disregard your entire speech. The Greek system isn't perfect but for the most part we're moving in the right direction.
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