Meetings between freshmen and upperclass greeks that are not arranged by Panhel are limited by rush rules. Instead, Rho Chis serve as neutral liasons between freshmen and the greek system. But we want them to know that doesn't have to involve drinking until you puke every night, and that it's not a bad idea to use the buddy system until they feel comfortable in the fraternity setting. Kristin Norton, director of greek affairs, said she also has concerns regarding freshmen's safety once they are allowed on greek property. We really need to sit down and talk about safety and these concerns.
Freshmen have mixed views about what to expect at fraternities.
Some anticipate an initial problem. Other freshmen said they are relying on upperclass students to accommodate them. Neilsen Rush counselors are preparing freshmen to enter fraternities after fall break and attend fraternity parties, like this one at Delta Tau Delta, starting Nov. 10. Another big concern raised with the opening the houses is dirty rushing, or greeks pressuring freshmen to join a certain house. Panhel limited active members' unsupervised contact with freshmen in part to lower incidences of dirty rushing.