There have been grumblings about changes to the community at FIU — the BBC Student Government Association backed out of a merger with MMC seemingly because students and alumni fought against it. Another is President Rosenberg suspending Greek life, to which the alumni threatened to cease funding. All of these have one thing in common: […]
Eduardo Alvarez/ Contributing Writer The tragic death of a Florida State University student last week has compelled President John Thrasher to suspend all Greek member events, council and chapter meetings, tailgates and other social events. The incident, which occurred after an off-campus party, has turned the Tallahassee school into the third this year to neutralize […]
By Tanvi Hathiramani Pies being thrown, ribbons being stolen, and a new Miss Independence being crowned. FIU’s Greek life is famous for its pageants and this past Friday, October 27, Theta Chi Fraternity hosted their annual Miss Independence pageant, benefiting the United Service Organization. Throughout the week, five women of different affiliations on campus raised […]
Fabienne Fleurantin/ Staff Writer A reaction of disgust. That’s the first thing I get when I mention that I’m in a sorority. Some people say that I don’t look it, are completely thrown off by it or just plain confused as to why I would be a part of such a horrible thing. Well, it […]
Stephanie Castro//Contributing Writer When it comes to pledging for a sorority or fraternity, there is often negative stigmas and prejudice that comes with it. Fraternities began as a way for students to come together outside of the classroom to have friendly debates about topics they were learning in class, while allowing them to express their […]
