Popular culture shows the Greek system as a place to go get drunk at a toga party and have a crap ton of sex with random women. And the next day do the same thing all over again.
We are NOT that image.
The Greek community does so much more then having a place to booze. We have a rich history filled with alumni who have done great things. We, as the community give countless hours toward service in many different areas. We are the leaders on campus.
While we might drink from time to time we are no worse then the rest of college students, with that being said we have to watch our selves a lot harder. The past has dictated our future. Because the 80's and 90's partied so hard we are left with their image. Because of the past, we are still seen as the crazy party places. So we need to work harder to correct that image.
A fraternity is a portal to both past and future. As a current member we are the guardians of the portal keeping it safe for both past and present.
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I agree that the 80s and 90s are dictating our future. It sucks we have to suffer for what our "ancestors" did. I also feel this is a problem in America. But, just like America, we wouldn't be where we are without the past as hard as it is to admit it.
ReplyDeleteThe Greeks really are the leaders on campus, especially at Ohio State. The stats I posted on my blog last week reiterated that fact at a national and international level. And the service thing is also true, because it is a proven fact that Greeks commit more hours to community service than non-Greeks.
ReplyDeleteGreat points, Nick. What are you doing to change the image of the Greek Community? What is everyone else in the class/chapter doing?
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