Many sororities hold an annual date auction in order to raise money for their national philanthropy. This consists of holding an auction where members go up for bid on stage and the person that offers the highest bid wins a date with that particular member. Although this process sounds rather promiscuous, the event is completely harmless and all sorority members go on a group date with the person that bought them. The location of the date changes every year however in the past members have gone bowling, ice-skating, ect.
This past week, Alpha Xi Delta held their annual basket auction. Since A Xi D headquarters does not allow their members to auction off themselves, they choose to hold a basket auction instead. All members are required to put together a basket filled with gifts of their choice. Most members have the contents of their basket donated by local restaurants and stores. The baskets can be auctioned for anywhere from $25 to $300 and all of the money raised goes directly to their national philanthropy which is Choose Children.
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Valentines Day
If there is one positive aspect I can say about being in a sorority, it is that you will never feel alone on Valentines Day. Most sororities do some sort of event so that no girl will feel left out. Some argue that Valentines Day is just a day for card companies to get rich, although I agree; it is still a depressing holiday for a single young woman.
My particular sorority does an activity called Secret Crush. It is very similar to the famous tradition of having a secret Santa at Christmas time, only this time you have a crush. Each member of the sorority draws a name out of a hat and whichever name you draw, you are responsible for leaving him or her presents on Valentines Day.
Although the concept is very silly and rather cheesy, it still manages to make a normally depressing holiday a little bit brighter.
My particular sorority does an activity called Secret Crush. It is very similar to the famous tradition of having a secret Santa at Christmas time, only this time you have a crush. Each member of the sorority draws a name out of a hat and whichever name you draw, you are responsible for leaving him or her presents on Valentines Day.
Although the concept is very silly and rather cheesy, it still manages to make a normally depressing holiday a little bit brighter.
Deepher Dog
This past weekend, Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority hosted a new event called Deepher Dog.The event was a fundraiser held to benefit Pets in Distress. The event consisted of several dogs competing in a pageant or competition. Each Greek organization could enroll one dog to represent their group. Throughout the week Delta Phi Epsilon set up cans along the breezeway in order to hold a "penny wars" competition.
Each can had a picture of a dog and the organization they were representing, then as students passed by, they were asked to donate change to a dog of their choice. The winner of the Penny Wars was granted extra points added to his or her final score at the pageant competition.
The following Saturday, Delta Phi Epsilon held the dog pageant where each competitor was aloud to perform tricks and strut their stuff in hopes of winning the title of Deepher Dog. The winner of the competition was a dog owned by a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. All of the proceeds went to Pets in Distress.
Each can had a picture of a dog and the organization they were representing, then as students passed by, they were asked to donate change to a dog of their choice. The winner of the Penny Wars was granted extra points added to his or her final score at the pageant competition.
The following Saturday, Delta Phi Epsilon held the dog pageant where each competitor was aloud to perform tricks and strut their stuff in hopes of winning the title of Deepher Dog. The winner of the competition was a dog owned by a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. All of the proceeds went to Pets in Distress.
Practice Makes Perfect
This month the FAU Greek system is practicing hard in order to achieve first place in the Greek Week competitions. Every year the different organization is assigned a different category according to the particular theme. This year, the theme is countries, which means each organization chooses a different country and they must dress and perform pertaining to the country of their choice.
The theme is most important when it comes to the lip sync, skit, and talent portion of the competition. If an organization fails to dedicate one aspect of their country to their particular performance, points are deducted from their total score. Choosing a good theme is the key to success in this competition. Although new and smaller organizations may find it amusing to choose countries such as Cambodia or Iceland, older and more experienced Greek Week competitors know that choosing such themes are Greek Week suicide.
As the date becomes closer, the tension rises. Only time will tell who will take home the championship this year.
The theme is most important when it comes to the lip sync, skit, and talent portion of the competition. If an organization fails to dedicate one aspect of their country to their particular performance, points are deducted from their total score. Choosing a good theme is the key to success in this competition. Although new and smaller organizations may find it amusing to choose countries such as Cambodia or Iceland, older and more experienced Greek Week competitors know that choosing such themes are Greek Week suicide.
As the date becomes closer, the tension rises. Only time will tell who will take home the championship this year.
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Academics
When people think of a typical sorority girl, many envision a blonde, ditzy girl twirling her hair at a fraternity mixer. However most don’t know that all members of a sorority are expected to live up to an academic standard, which varies depending sorority.
If members to not meet the minimum grade requirements they are put on academic probation which means they are excluded from all social events. This past semester my sorority had several girls on academic probation. However, as Vice President of Academic Affairs for my organization, I am a strong believer in the fact that everyone is entitled to a bad semester.
Sometimes circumstances beyond our control cause our grades to drop significantly. In this case I am often sympathetic, however the girls that continue to go out and party every night despite their poor grades I have very little sympathy for. After three semesters of being on academic probation, the member is asked to leave the organization.
If members to not meet the minimum grade requirements they are put on academic probation which means they are excluded from all social events. This past semester my sorority had several girls on academic probation. However, as Vice President of Academic Affairs for my organization, I am a strong believer in the fact that everyone is entitled to a bad semester.
Sometimes circumstances beyond our control cause our grades to drop significantly. In this case I am often sympathetic, however the girls that continue to go out and party every night despite their poor grades I have very little sympathy for. After three semesters of being on academic probation, the member is asked to leave the organization.
Sorority Perks
When the drama and stress of relationships subdues, I find being in a sorority has its perks. For one, I always have close friends I can count on at any time, without joining my organization I may have never been exposed to such amazing girls.
I also enjoy the fact that as a sorority member we are required to complete a certain number of community service projects. Although I am completely capable of doing a community service project on my own, most don’t go out of their way to complete them in college unless you are part of an organization.
Lastly, being in a sorority helps me with my organization skills. It gives me a positive incentive to keep up with my studies and is a great resource when it comes time to get a job in the future. When people ask me what being in a sorority is like I am honest when I say that despite that cattiness that sometimes occurs, it is easy to overlook when I consider all of the positive aspects I gain.
I also enjoy the fact that as a sorority member we are required to complete a certain number of community service projects. Although I am completely capable of doing a community service project on my own, most don’t go out of their way to complete them in college unless you are part of an organization.
Lastly, being in a sorority helps me with my organization skills. It gives me a positive incentive to keep up with my studies and is a great resource when it comes time to get a job in the future. When people ask me what being in a sorority is like I am honest when I say that despite that cattiness that sometimes occurs, it is easy to overlook when I consider all of the positive aspects I gain.
Drama Drama Drama
I think it may be impossible for a group of fifty girls to all get along. I contemplate this thought on a regular basis and I wonder why it is so difficult for a large group of women to be content with one another. I rarely see this problem with men. Many blame it on genetic differences, however I think with a little bit of effort it wouldn’t be that hard for a group of women to be civil.
In my sorority many problems occur, such as back stabbing, talking about one another, hooking up with ex-boyfriends, and of course those that feel they have competition. These are common problem in every female organization. Perhaps women should just attempt to make more of an effort to control their hormones and be more considerate of one another. If they did, I think the world would be a much happier place.
In my sorority many problems occur, such as back stabbing, talking about one another, hooking up with ex-boyfriends, and of course those that feel they have competition. These are common problem in every female organization. Perhaps women should just attempt to make more of an effort to control their hormones and be more considerate of one another. If they did, I think the world would be a much happier place.
Ohhhhh Greek Week
Spring semester always holds a special place in my heart. Every year around the third week in March, Greek organizations get together to duke it out for the ultimate Greek Week championship. Members will participate in sports such as football, basketball, swimming, and relay races. The following night they will participate in a lip sync, talent and skit competition.
At the end of the week, all the points are added up, one sorority and one fraternity are awarded a trophy for placing first. The week is intense, injuries occur, tears are shed, and people always end up disappointed.
However as much as I love competing, Greek Week was created to unite the Greek system and smooth over hostility. However in actuality it does the complete opposite. Greek Week brings organizations further apart and creates enemies for insignificant reasons. Although I consider it one of the best weeks of the semester, Greek advisors should reconsider holding the week long event if they are looking to unite members.
At the end of the week, all the points are added up, one sorority and one fraternity are awarded a trophy for placing first. The week is intense, injuries occur, tears are shed, and people always end up disappointed.
However as much as I love competing, Greek Week was created to unite the Greek system and smooth over hostility. However in actuality it does the complete opposite. Greek Week brings organizations further apart and creates enemies for insignificant reasons. Although I consider it one of the best weeks of the semester, Greek advisors should reconsider holding the week long event if they are looking to unite members.
Inter Greek Dating
If you ever find yourself desperately wanting to join a Greek organization, here is a word of advice, NEVER date a member of a different Greek organization. I have been a member of my sorority for four years, and throughout that time I have seen relationships rise and fall. However when the relationship finally ends it is a rare occasion that the two remain civil, here is why…..
1. As a member of “the Greek system,” couples often develop the same friends if similar friends had not already been established before the couple started dating. Therefore, when the couple splits those friends are often forced to take sides, which create a messy situation.
2. As much as one may think avoiding the ex will solve all of their problems, this is virtually impossible as a member of “the Greek system”. We all hang out at the same places in the breezeway, we manage to end up at the same nightspot, and simply avoiding where your ex goes means sacrificing time out with your friends.
3. Most people in Greek organizations like to use the Greek system as a dating tool, therefore, chances are your ex will more then likely move on to someone you know or even worse, are friends with.
4. On the off chance that you break off the relationship in a civil manner, the feeling of jealousy always comes into play at some point and seeing the other person on a regular basis only inflames the jealousy more
5. If you are one of the lucky few that get away with going out and having fun without seeing your ex, never forget the fact that as a member of the Greek system gossip circulates around in a new your minute, and even if you don’t care what is going on in your ex’s life, you can always count on your fellow members to tell you.
1. As a member of “the Greek system,” couples often develop the same friends if similar friends had not already been established before the couple started dating. Therefore, when the couple splits those friends are often forced to take sides, which create a messy situation.
2. As much as one may think avoiding the ex will solve all of their problems, this is virtually impossible as a member of “the Greek system”. We all hang out at the same places in the breezeway, we manage to end up at the same nightspot, and simply avoiding where your ex goes means sacrificing time out with your friends.
3. Most people in Greek organizations like to use the Greek system as a dating tool, therefore, chances are your ex will more then likely move on to someone you know or even worse, are friends with.
4. On the off chance that you break off the relationship in a civil manner, the feeling of jealousy always comes into play at some point and seeing the other person on a regular basis only inflames the jealousy more
5. If you are one of the lucky few that get away with going out and having fun without seeing your ex, never forget the fact that as a member of the Greek system gossip circulates around in a new your minute, and even if you don’t care what is going on in your ex’s life, you can always count on your fellow members to tell you.
Rush Week
It’s a new semester, and Greek life at Florida Atlantic University is prevalent around campus. From social mixers to philanthropy events Greek organizations are quickly filling up their calanders.
This week is spring rush for male fraternities on campus. Throughout the week local fraternities set up tables in the breezeway and recruit perspective new members for their organizations. At night they hold various events and invite the perspectives to join them in order to get to know the members better.
At the end of the week, the fraternities extend bids to those who they feel will be an asset to their organization. A huge party to welcome of the new members into their fraternity follows this. Most organizations choose people based on academic standing, athleticism, and personality.
This week is spring rush for male fraternities on campus. Throughout the week local fraternities set up tables in the breezeway and recruit perspective new members for their organizations. At night they hold various events and invite the perspectives to join them in order to get to know the members better.
At the end of the week, the fraternities extend bids to those who they feel will be an asset to their organization. A huge party to welcome of the new members into their fraternity follows this. Most organizations choose people based on academic standing, athleticism, and personality.
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