MTV and Sororities - Page 19

ChiOJenn78 · #**271** 06-21-2002, 10:40 AM

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Originally posted by Zuma

Im a Sigma alum, Im also a founder (so now everyone who knows me will figure out who I am if they havent already). Ive only been out a year. Our rituals havent changed. We dont haze. We would never try to hurt someone intentionally. I also know what the incident both Mara & Jordan are refering to (its all related to one thing really) and it came out of a misunderstanding of something else that happened. Its not hazing related. I could go on, but its probably something that could be better explained after you watch the show. Ok? Thanks.

Hi,
Perhpas if you had looked a little closer at my post, you would see whom I was addressing. I was addressing Sigma Insider, who is not a Sigma, but knows everything about it.

Sigma Insider, if you looked at my post more clearly, you would see that I never said anything about not trusting my friends. Because I re-read it, and I sure couldn't find anything like that. What I said was, although I have known my best friend for 13 years, I don't presume to know what she does every second of the day. And thanks for answering my questions re: how you know what the Sigma's do every day all day, if you're not one.

AggieDZ · #**272** 06-21-2002, 11:48 AM

originally posted by aggiegirl04:

"nor does it have anything to do with my personal opinion about greek life"

-"I'm not in, nor would I ever consider joining any part of the greek system"

-"I know I don't need to define myself by three or four letters..."

"I am not trying to launch any personal attacks"

-"I honestly don't care if i piss people off"

"Before you attack others for a decision they have made..."

-"I'm not in, nor would I ever consider joining any part of the greek system, but I do have friends that are"

-"I know I don't need to define myself by three or four letters..."

-"I have friends in sororities, I know what goes on"

"I wont waste mine coming back here to read it."

Can I GET an Amen?

*****aggiegirl04: Queen of doublespeak and obviously well- prepared for a life in public office

kdonline · #**273** 06-21-2002, 11:50 AM

Here's something I found on news.yahoo.com:

http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmp...rity____9___9_

SEX AND MTV 'SORORITY' (PageSix.com)
SNITCHES on the location of "Sorority Life" - an MTV reality show that's been shooting for three months at Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi on the Cal-Davis campus in Sacramento - say the steamiest scenes are happening off-camera.

A producer is said to be having an affair with one of the sexy young sorority sisters. "And she's getting preferential treatment," said one insider. "We would be deeply troubled if that were true," university spokesperson Maril Stratton told PAGE SIX. "MTV's presence in this community is predicated on reflecting the reality of these women's lives - not interfering or influencing their lives. It would be most unprofessional and exploitive." An MTV spokeswoman said flatly: "It's not true."

Less serious is the allegation that the show's creator, Sergio Meyers, was able to sneak some ringers into the Greek letter society. "MTV picked pretty girls and packed the sorority," said our source. "This isn't reality TV, it's enhanced reality. It's almost fantasy."
- Jun 10 3:46 AM ET

LeslieAGD · #**274** 06-21-2002, 12:44 PM

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Originally posted by aggiegirl04
As i stated before I have friends in sororities, I know what goes on.

I can officially say that is the most ridiculous comment I've read on GC in quite a while. This is like saying, I know people that work at the White House, so I know what is going on in the Oval Office. If you're not in a Greek Organization, you cannot fully understand what happens behind closed doors.

And, just because I know about what it means to be an AGD, does not mean I understand anything about being a DZ, KD, ZTA...or an SAEPi...besides the fact that we all have the bond of being Greek. Many of us believe SAEPi (I don't like calling them Sigma, out of respect to the Tri-Sigmas) to have made a bad decision because we can't understand why they thought doing this show would be a good idea. We're not them, we weren't there deliberating about it, but it does affect us and that's why so many people are up in arms about it.

SIGMA_INSIDER · #**275** 06-21-2002, 03:52 PM

I said that I don't know what they do 24 hours a day. That's correct. I also said that I know their character and activities enough to know what they wouldn't do. I know you disagree with that. That's fine. You don't have to trust my character judgments. I then realized that the only way you might understand that it is ridiculous to think that hazing goes on was to leave it to the girls in Sigma to actually tell you and the rest of the GC onlookers that no such thing ever happens (I think it should be Ok to still use that name, unless it's trademarked). Zuma was gracious to post her statements. Is it that you only want to hear responses from me? Ok:

Zuma, one of the founders and alums of SigmaAEPi wrote:
Im a Sigma alum, Im also a founder (so now everyone who knows me will figure out who I am if they havent already). Ive only been out a year. Our rituals havent changed. We dont haze. We would never try to hurt someone intentionally. I also know what the incident both Mara & Jordan are refering to (its all related to one thing really) and it came out of a misunderstanding of something else that happened. Its not hazing related. I could go on, but its probably something that could be better explained after you watch the show. Ok? Thanks.

She has the right to respond any post, and especially one that concerns her and one in which she first-hand knowledge. What's the problem?

If you respond that they could be doing anything cause I don't watch them 24 hours a day, I'm gonna cry.

ThielGirlie · #**276** 06-21-2002, 04:41 PM

Amen, AggieDZ

Zuma · #**277** 06-21-2002, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by kdonline
Here's something I found on news.yahoo.com:

http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmp...rity____9___9_

(edited for space)

That clip is out of The New York Posts gossip column and there is no truth or validity to it. I'm likely to believe anything out of the Post as much as I would out of the National Enquirer, since IMHO, they are on the same par.

(In General) Some people are going to believe only what they want to believe, and find support for it wherever they can, however they can. I've learned that lesson well from other areas in my life, and I think it applies here too (meaning Sorority Life, not necissarily the members on this board).

maggieaxid · #**278** 06-24-2002, 08:45 AM

FYI for the Alpha Phi's regarding "Sorority Life"...

On Friday, I was watching "Extra" and they previewed the show... apparently Alpha Phi has a chapter at UC Davis and there was a Alpha Phi banner hanging up and the cameras showed it.

DeltAlum · #**279** 06-24-2002, 09:26 AM

Is there truth to the comment that MTV "packed" the chapter with "ringers?" I would expect that from MTV, but, depending on the women they (MTV) chose, might be dissapointed that the chapter would initiate anyone who was forced on them -- out of principle if nothing else.

33girl · #**280** 06-24-2002, 10:19 AM

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Originally posted by DeltAlum
Is there truth to the comment that MTV "packed" the chapter with "ringers?" I would expect that from MTV, but, depending on the women they (MTV) chose, might be dissapointed that the chapter would initiate anyone who was forced on them -- out of principle if nothing else.

If they did, they didn't do a very good job. And I mean that in the nicest way!! That is, the pics of the women I've seen, are pretty, but they look real - not like the Britney clones that are MTV's ideal.

I highly doubt that MTV could get students to pledge if they didn't want to to begin with, and I don't think any org would be dumb enough to allow non-students in - that's the way to get your recognition revoked.

DeltAlum · #**281** 06-24-2002, 11:07 AM

33,

Hope you're right about the organization.

On the other hand, I suspect that, given enough money or other incentive, they could find "ringers" to pledge.

In any event, I don't know that they (MTV) did that as alleged, but would like to.

AngelPhiSig · #**282** 06-24-2002, 01:39 PM

Sheila,

You should stop by tonite and watch the show with Mary Beth and I at mi casa....

heh

Luv Alison

PhiSigCoco · #**283** 06-24-2002, 02:58 PM

Now it is time to just wait, watch and see.

If nothing else, at least we can tune in early to see RR and then hang around for Undressed (which is starting its new season tonight too).

UDThetaGirl · #**284** 06-24-2002, 06:05 PM

In reference to PhiSigCoCo's comment about anti-semitism, I completely agree with you. Jewish sorority members are already seen as "JAPs" and I can't imagine that, assuming the "snitches" are correct, this show will aid in our stereotyping. If anything, not only will we be now seen as JAPs, but as "party girls," a reputation which sorority members are already notorious for. I certainly look forward to returning to school in the fall and learning what the rest of my sisters think of the show; however, the promos like "Life is a bitch...and we have a house full of them" or "Real reasons to join a sorority: Parties" leave me wondering: Should I hesitate to wear my letters?

TLAM

PhiSigCoco · #**285** 06-24-2002, 06:40 PM

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Originally posted by UDThetaGirl
Jewish sorority members are already seen as "JAPs" and I can't imagine that, assuming the "snitches" are correct, this show will aid in our stereotyping.

Should I hesitate to wear my letters?

For other's reference, "JAP" is a Jewish American Princess. However, we as Jews, are raised dealing with anti-semitism. I fear it may become worse... but I also know that it will never be as bad as the conflicts in Israel right now. Please do not believe that I am saying this show will create anti-semitism, but it may help create more. We can't know for sure. But it is good to know I am not alone.

As for wearing your letters, I say go for it. If someone says something, who cares? Tell them that they are wrong about you. The worst thing we as greeks can do is to continue perpetuating a stereotype.