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This is an issue that's close to me, being a black member of an NPC. I chose my org. not b/c everyone in it isn't black, but b/c I click w/ EVERY girl in my chapter.
In a perfect world, it wouldn't be a big deal that a black woman got a bid to Gamma Phi Beta at Alabama. But a LOT of the greek systems @ southern schools are deeply rooted in tradition, a tradition that excluded blacks.
I WISH more women of color would at least consider an NPC. I think a lot of women have preconceived notions about NPC's though ( drinking, partying, etc.). The stereotypes of the typical 'sorority girl' image are so strong that they don't even bother.
I love my chapter and I wish there were more Afr. Americans interested in rush. I know at least 4 of the fraternities here have 5+ black members in their chapter. I guess that's a sign that things are changing.
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"Remember that apathy has no place in our Sorority." - Kelly Jo Karnes, Pi
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