Greeks have only developed a negative stereotype in the wonderful world of Hollywood. In the next two weeks, I will break down specific movies that give Greeks a bad name. Here on some of the movies on my topic list:

• Old School
• Animal House
• Sorority Boys
• Van Wilder
• Butterfly Effect
• Revenge of the Nerds

I made a page about Oklahoma State’s Homecoming but nobody can post a blog disagreeing with my view. So here is your chance to rip me apart.

To many students, OK State’s Homecoming is a waste of time.

To me, OK State’s Homecoming is one of the best traditions at Oklahoma State University. Homecoming is not about the house decorations, the parade or the various events. It is a time for alumni, who are scattered across the nation, to come back to Stillwater to be reunited with a place they once called home. It is a chance for alumni across the nation to come back to Stillwater and reflect upon their college days. I once read an editorial about how the alumni had their day and it is time for them to move on. I guess the student who wrote that editorial has a real sense of pride in our university. When I was a homecoming director, I can remember alumni looking at our house decoration, which was about a throwback to Stillwater in the 70’s. I particularly remember one lady who had a tear running down her face because she was telling her husband about the Grey Fox Inn and streaker’s night.

As a Greek student, I enjoyed the time working on the decs. It was a great chance to set a goal and accomplish a task. It gives you a real sense of pride when you are a part of making 4,300 cubic foot house decoration come to life. Also, it a great chance to make friends. Some of my best friends, who are girls, I met while working on homecoming.

Alright, I know this is a little long but this is a press release from last year about the Oklahoma State Greek system. Many times, the Greek system is stuck with the stereotype that alcohol is the number one Greek priority. I am posting this press release to show that grades are the top priority for Greek students.

Academics proved to be a top priority for OSU greeks for the second semester in a row. Gamma Sigma Alpha, a national greek promotion organization, recently awarded OSU Greek Life the Midwest region’s Gamma Sigma Alpha National Greek GPA award for the 2004 fall semester.

“This award gives the greek community a chance to show the nation that we are committed to excellence,” said Interfraternity Council President Chris Parker.

The award compares the greeks’ grade point average to non-greek students’ GPA at OSU. The difference is then compared to the rest of the universities in the region, and the school with the greatest difference receives the award.

Many greek houses have rules within their chapters for minimum grade requirements. Mandatory study hours are also another part of many houses’ academic plans in Greek Life.

“There is no system-wide grade criteria, but Interfraternity Council does have a minimum GPA of 2.65 and any fraternity not meeting this is placed on restrictions,” Gregory said.

CHECK OUT how the fraternities compared to the all undergraduate average: OSU FRATERNITY GRADES

So there are many stereotypes to the Oklahoma Greek system. The first stereotype I will love to tackle is that Greek are little rich kids so I am going to link you to my farternity’s Web site. On this Web site, you will be a ble to view Greeks who are just as normal and just as poor as any other student. Just because you are Greek does not mean you have money. Check out Phi Dleta Theta

I have thought very deeply about the subject I will further discuss through the duration of this class. First, I must chose a subject I know enough information to cover an entire semester. Second, I want a subject people will disagree with my views. My blog subject is the Oklahoma State Greek system. I will have certain hot topics each week to discuss. First, my topics will cover the different Greek stereotypes, especially the ones in the media. From stereotypes, I will discuss subjects about Greek’s involvement in homecoming to campus involvement. I encourage anyone to freely write their opinion about how they feel, think or perceive Greeks at Oklahoma State.