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Panhellenic Council
Greeks involved in community

Posted 02-06-2002 at 7:10PM

Deanna Cochener
Panhellenic Public Relations

In recent weeks, the leaders of the greek community have for different committees, but all for a common goal—greek unity. In recent years, greek life has been plagued by a myriad of problems, which have been intensified by rumors. For example, there have been houses refusing to cooperate because of rivalries. There have also been rampant rumors that the administration is attempting to eliminate greek life! The change in the social policies for both fraternities and sororities was seen as evidence that such a goal was sought. Yet when the greek leaders met with President Jackson, we were assured that no such goal has ever been part of her agenda. In efforts to dispel such notions, The Relationship Statement detailing the responsibilities of both administration and the greek organizations is being revised. The IFC is also planning to revise the party policy with hope of lowering the liability greek houses take on each time they host a party. Women’s issues were another topic of discussion for the greek leaders.

There has also been a big push for greater community service done by organizations on this campus. Some of this has already been evidenced by Panhel, starting a push for all of the sororities to participate in their project—tutoring at the Troy Boys and Girls Club. Every day, three people go down to the club to help with their “Hour of Power.” It is an hour designed to encourage students to do their homework, and to get help if they need it. It reinforces the idea that being smart can be cool. The kids bring all of their homework with them, and for every page of homework they do they get points. The job of the people who volunteer their time is to help the children learn their school lessons and to make sure that they do well in school, by ensuring that their answers are correct.

It goes further than this, though. The kids see these bright college students who are making something of their lives. They look up to you the minute you walk in the door. They want to impress you by showing you that they can read a clock or that they know what a noun is. Many of us will make a difference in the future though our work and with our ideas. The great part about helping children and being a role model for them is that you are creating an environment for them to grow into educated and responsible adults, who in turn will also make the world a better place.



Posted 02-06-2002 at 7:10PM
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