Reasons Why We Pledge

-SOME INITIATES SEE "LOCKING UP" AS  RITUALISTIC SYMBOLISM OF BROTHER & SISTERHOOD, OTHERS KNOW IT AS A MEANS OF SURVIVAL

Followers vs Leader
Most incoming freshmen and even sophomores are very impressionable young people. Dealing with the pressures of fitting in and developing friendships can be overwhelming at the least. Students can be plagued with unsuccessful attempts due to sub-par confidence and social coolness. In their sorrow, joining a Greek organization can seem like a beacon of light in a room of darkness, or for some a validation of the classist ego. Black Greek Organization are responsible for good works and community involvement. Their members can be an upliftment and example of civility to others through the personification of scholarship. There are many other great attributes resonating from BGLO's.



On the contrary, the social characteristic of those who grow interest for Non-Greek College Organizations/African Fraternalism typically are those who don't follow the majority. Student that have a genuine willingness for service and community. A rare selflessness likened to a piety. An individual that is less self indulgent, placing their focus outwardly on repairing the breached. I have personally found character in those that are willing to stand alone from most of their peers for a mission and a cause that is pillar in the nobility of man kind. For these students choosing an Org is much deeper than making friends or satiation of classism.

What is African Fraternalism? an ethno-cultural center
A gem shining in the sand of pseudo Greek/Ancient Egyptian philosophy. Recognizing the value and importance of ones ethic historicity and acknowledging validity. Substance, justifying an existence must be predicated upon action rooted in sound moral motive. Consistently bringing forth thought provoking and progressive programs that engage the minds of the student body. Without the benign mindless following, programs administered by Non-Greek Orgs need to be captivating on many different levels. Dedication: being totally dedicated to a relevant philosophy, creed, and mission. The mission of the organization being fulfilled through the thoughts and actions of all its members. Rights of Passage, a quality revealing, self-assuring, bond building commitment. In this new day of fraternalism you will find some of these monumental principles shamefully ignored, selling members short of the full experience. Building with a brother of Omega Psi Phi, we gazed across the "yard" look at all the org plots in front of us. i shook my head, and thinking alike he says "it wouldn't mean anything if anybody could get it".  

PLEDGING a touchy subject
The importance and need for an intense demanding pledge process facilitating the essential life lessons that are internalize with the tutelage of your big bro or sis. Being that of a physical, mental, spiritual demanding test that reveals your own self and your true potential. Being faced with obstacles that gauge your resilience strengthening the bond of those that are committed to enduring this journey with you.

The org you choose is a reflection of yourself.