SIGMA RHOmeos - Page 2

RHOyalty 22 · #16 04-01-2002, 07:19 PM

My chapter had RHOmeos back in 1995/96 and I was told that everything was great until other guys started to harrass them because they were "sweethearts". I have no problem with Rhomeos, but I can't say the same about the public. I've met a few RHOmeos and they have always been nothing but sweet to me!! If I have a choice I wouldn't mind it if my chapter had some!!! LOL!!!!! Mad Luv to the RHOmeos!!

SeriousSigma22 · #17 04-01-2002, 08:18 PM

Sorhors and Friends,

I had to agree with Sorhor PrettyPoodle6 that its kind of bizarre to be the sweetheart group to another sweetheart group! I'm having a hardtime with that one

!

Serioussigma22

BlueReign · #18 04-02-2002, 01:13 PM

Yes, for real! That is hard for me to imagine.

NinjaPoodle · #19 04-05-2002, 01:50 AM

I know of 2 Rhomeos:

The first being my former counselor @ my jr. college who is now a Iota Phi Theta(old school). He was a key person in my decision to becaome a Sigma Woman.
The Second was a childhood friend who pledged at Langston U. in Oklahoma some years ago. He went on to become a Phi Beta Sigma. Other than those two, I've never met any.

DivineZeta · #20 04-05-2002, 06:18 PM

Whats up Blue friends,
I have to share this anecdote with you.

I was on Simply Greek,This young man posted a topic where in it he stated among other things that Sigma Rhomeos and Alpha Sweethearts run the yard at his school.

I commented something like "how can sweetheart organziations run anything."( I thought it was funny

)

Anyway,
He went off on me for calling Sigma Rhomeos a sweetheart organization. He was basically trying to convience me that they are now fraternity. They are called Sigma Rhomeos for goodness sakes !

They are no longer sweethearts

But I thought it was interesting and funny. I hope they change the name if they do make themselves a frat. Because "Sigma Rhomeos Fraternity Inc." will always look like Sigma Gamma Rho Sweethearts to me.

Divine Zeta

kizzie22 · #21 04-06-2002, 01:05 AM

LOL!!!!!! I saw that thread on Simply Greek too...Yeap he was really p@#$@#. I have never met a RHOmeo. We didn't have sweetheart orgs at Henderson. They were considerd illegal at Henderson in 1990 and I was a freshman at the time. If I ever get the opportunity to met one of these gentlemen I will return the RHOyal blue and Gold luv...I will show luv and respect to anyone who shows me luv and respect...

SeriousSigma22 · #22 04-06-2002, 07:45 AM

Sisterfriend,

I'm also laughing with you because if they are becoming a real frat. they do need to change their name. And you are so right, their still viewed and will probably always be viewed as sweetheart organizations.

Serioussigma22

rhomeo1cane · #23 04-08-2002, 02:04 PM

Greetings to all,

I am a member of the Fraternal Order of Classy Gentlemen, most commonly known as Sigma Rhomeo Fraternity. I can understand why anyone who has not actually met a Sigma Rhomeo would base their opinion solely on miseducated premises. And I can also understand why my brothers get frusrated or offended when people choose to render or publish an identity of OUR organization based on those illegitimate premises. I'm certain that many of you would do or feel likewise.

As for the history with Sigma Gamma Rho, remember "Klandiana" and the tragedy at Rosewood. We weren't just there to assist in the daily functions of the sorority, but to serve as a simple means of protection for Blacks in the Indianapolis school district.

However, to describe our relationship to other orgs, Sigma Rhomeo Fraternity is an independent organization that falls under the council of NEITHER the IFC or the NPHC. Sigma Rhomeo Fraternity is not a "sweetheart" group, an affiliate, nor auxillary organization. We are a self funded corporate entity with our own constitution and by-laws. Publicly, we operate under the most recognized name "Sigma Rhomeo Fraternity", but we function corporately as the Fraternal Order of Classy Gentlemen. On the campus of MTSU, we are registered and function as a student organization. We conduct a semesterly membership intake process, and collect dues once semesterly.

The national headquarters of the organization is located in Austin, TX and is run by a governing body know as the National Executive Board. Sigma Rhomeo Fraternity hosts its own events and also co-sponsors events with members of the IFC and the NPHC. We are a community service driven social fraternity that provides students with a number of community service opportunities as well as social outlets. That is exactly who we are and what we are presently doing.

No one outside of the organization can adequately define Sigma Rhomeo Fraternity without using any of the aforementioned statements. And if anyone simply must IMPOSE an identity we would prefer that you use the one listed above.

Note that this reply is written in neutrality and is not directed at any group, organization, or individual. If you have any more questions or comments feel free to e-mail me at any time.

Fine RHOyalty · #24 04-08-2002, 03:44 PM

I've met RHOmeos before and they treated me like a queen... not an outsider. Though I am still a neo, I know the history behind the fraternity and I respect it. Although you are a separate entity, I will still have blue&gold ties to you... in mind, body, and spirit.

If I see a P-meo, I can't help but show love as if you WERE connected... because at one time, you were. I can understand the offense taken by being labeled "Sigma Sweethearts," so out of respect of your history and mine, I don't think of you as such. However, P-meos can't expect me, a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., to just dismiss them from my view. If anything, I respect you more because you HAVEN'T dissolved, but sustained.

In essence, dear RHOmeo, I DO NOT think your name should be changed or that the fraternity should take further measures to widen the gap from SGR. You're separate. It's understood & respected by me. Just don't forget your "former sorors" (just a joke, no hate mail pls!) in your future. To me, we'll always be "connected," bRHOther... it's all history.

Mad love to those FINE & KIND Classy Gentlemen of Sigma Rhomeo!

Rhomeo_Othello · #25 04-09-2002, 01:42 PM

Being a Classy man of Rhomeo, I must say that I TRUELY inlove with Lady Sigma. I Love, Respect and Cherrish her!! She is on my mind and My mind is where she will remain. But I must say no matter how much I love Lady Sigma, We(Sigma Rhomeo) are not the "Sweetheart" or "Little Brother" too Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. We function as our own fraternity, with our own idenity. We have our own constitution and well as Bi-Laws!! Also on that note I do call SGRhos SoRHOrs. I attend Florida State University and the SoRHOrs here or at FAMU don't seem to mind, or have a issue. So to my frat, "STAY CLASSY" and to my SoRHOrs, Stay BLU-tiful and follow the GOLDEN Sigma Light!! One love!!!

TaShomby A.L. Chambers
Othello
Fall 2001

Yemaya · #26 04-09-2002, 03:21 PM

Rhomeo_Othello, as long as you and your members are doing whats right, people shouldnt have a problem...but we all know that some people are ignorant amongst other things. I have love and respect for your organization and the D9! Hold it down! -Yemaya-

UNIQUE97 · #27 04-10-2002, 12:37 AM

Wow!! I am so pleased to see that Sigma Rhomeos posted replies! As I stated before I have never recieved anything other than MAD love from them and I wish them all of the best in their future endeavors.

gammarhos2k1 · #28 04-10-2002, 05:29 PM

well sorhor, you make a valid inquiry! I am at UL, in Lafayette and we just got started, but I am also curious about the RHOmeos.

HaDoKen · #29 04-12-2002, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by gammarhos2k1
well sorhor, you make a valid inquiry! I am at UL, in Lafayette and we just got started, but I am also curious about the RHOmeos.

Well why dont you make a trip to Prairie View A&M lady? Or U of H.

there are several schools in the southern part of Texas where we are prevalent.

SweetestDiva · #30 04-12-2002, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by HaDoKen

Well why dont you make a trip to Prairie View A&M lady? Or U of H.

there are several schools in the southern part of Texas where we are prevalent.

Greetings to the ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho!

If I may interject....

I know that's right! I've met Rhomeos from PV, UH, Huston-Tillotson, and UT. They come out this way for most SGRho parties/events, and have always been some of the sweetest and most respectful guys. Do your thing.... y'all are cool with me.

HaDoKen: where are you from, if you don't mind me asking?