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Iowa Greek Express, 1971
The Iowa Greek Express, Vol. 3 Page 2
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Express Letters When I was installed as paresident of Panhellenic Association I was given a note with this quote printed on it by a very dear friend and it has meant a great deal to me ever since. "One knows from daily life that one exists for other people--first for all of those upon whose smiles and well-being our own happiness is wholly dependent, and then for the many, unknown to us. to whose destinies we are bound by the ties of sympathy. A hundred times every day I remind myself that my inner and outer life are based on the labors of other men, and that I must exert myself in order to give in the same measure as I have received and am still receiving." The old cliche 'You only get as much out of life as you put into it' could not be more beautifully restated than in these words by Albert Einstein. I feel Dr. Einstein had a lot to say to the situation we Greeks find ourselves in today We all talk of apathy and wonder what can be done about it. We site examples of disillusionment among our members and ask "Why?". The reasons are old ones; lack of concern for others, stifling environment, no room for growth and individuality, and simply that Greek life no longer has anything to offer. Perhaps if some of these disillusioned people would look a little closer at themselves and not so closely at the "hang-ups" of the system, they could get to the real root of the problem. Sorority women, ask your pledge mothers--who are dying to move out of the house-when the last time was that they contributed something to the college community in which they are living (?) Ask a recent alum what experience at college stands out most favorably in her mind--ask a not-so-recent alum... Think to yourselves for a moment about pride. Do you feel you've lost a little as the years go by in the organization to which you belong? Why was it there when you joined, and you find it waning now? Might the answer be that you took from it without giving enough? I have dealt with two of Einstein's main thoughts in this message; happiness of an individual, and giving of oneself. Now I will deal with the third and, I feel, most important. I speak of "the many, unknown to us, to whose destinies we are bound by ties of sympathy" as Einstein calls them. What of the great tradition we, as Greeks, have inherited? What of the real and ageless goals that need not be changed even though rules and regulations do change often? The gift of friendship, of sharing, and the joy of belonging--of being a part--of giving of oneself. These things we share with fellow Greek members from years to come. It is our duty to protect the value of these goals. This idea ties all of my feelings together. In fulfilling our obligation we are maintaining the balance between giving and receiving. When we receive we are satisfied within ourselves, and when we are satisfied we need not look for things to complain about, only for things we can improve upon. I am looking forward to a most prosperous second semester. Panhellenic and IFC are working on several joing projects and we will need a lot of help. Give a litt.e Fraternally, Beth Rosenfeld President, Women's Panhellenic Association Panhellenic Executive Council: front row, left to right, Scarlett Lunning, 1st V.P.; Deanna Daly, 2nd V.P.; and Sue Koons, Treasurer. Back row, left to right, Marti Harris, Secretary; Beth Rosenfeld, President; Helen Matthews, Rush Chairman. PROBLEMS? SOMEBODY CARES! The Crisis Center Does Confidentially CALL 351-0140 After 8, every night. G allery 117 Bands for the Month! March 15 Loved Ones, 16 Lovedones, 17 Stone Garden, 18 Leather Soul, 19 Ivory Coast, 20 Ivory Coast, 22 Mother Hubbards Shoe, 23 William Skinner, 24 Water, 25 Water, 25 Water, 26 Water, 27 Water, 29 Sundance, 30 Sundance, 31 Hoochie-Koo-Pretty Great Huh? Drop By! THE IOWA GREEK EXPRESS The Iowa Greek Express is published in conjunction with the University of Iowa Greek system and the School of Journalism. All editorial and advertising material may be mailed to the Communications Center in Iowa City. Nothing that is printed in the Express may be used without the written permission of the editors! Editor: Joe Kelly Jr., Assistant editors: Karen Kirchner and Mary Anne Barron
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Express Letters When I was installed as paresident of Panhellenic Association I was given a note with this quote printed on it by a very dear friend and it has meant a great deal to me ever since. "One knows from daily life that one exists for other people--first for all of those upon whose smiles and well-being our own happiness is wholly dependent, and then for the many, unknown to us. to whose destinies we are bound by the ties of sympathy. A hundred times every day I remind myself that my inner and outer life are based on the labors of other men, and that I must exert myself in order to give in the same measure as I have received and am still receiving." The old cliche 'You only get as much out of life as you put into it' could not be more beautifully restated than in these words by Albert Einstein. I feel Dr. Einstein had a lot to say to the situation we Greeks find ourselves in today We all talk of apathy and wonder what can be done about it. We site examples of disillusionment among our members and ask "Why?". The reasons are old ones; lack of concern for others, stifling environment, no room for growth and individuality, and simply that Greek life no longer has anything to offer. Perhaps if some of these disillusioned people would look a little closer at themselves and not so closely at the "hang-ups" of the system, they could get to the real root of the problem. Sorority women, ask your pledge mothers--who are dying to move out of the house-when the last time was that they contributed something to the college community in which they are living (?) Ask a recent alum what experience at college stands out most favorably in her mind--ask a not-so-recent alum... Think to yourselves for a moment about pride. Do you feel you've lost a little as the years go by in the organization to which you belong? Why was it there when you joined, and you find it waning now? Might the answer be that you took from it without giving enough? I have dealt with two of Einstein's main thoughts in this message; happiness of an individual, and giving of oneself. Now I will deal with the third and, I feel, most important. I speak of "the many, unknown to us, to whose destinies we are bound by ties of sympathy" as Einstein calls them. What of the great tradition we, as Greeks, have inherited? What of the real and ageless goals that need not be changed even though rules and regulations do change often? The gift of friendship, of sharing, and the joy of belonging--of being a part--of giving of oneself. These things we share with fellow Greek members from years to come. It is our duty to protect the value of these goals. This idea ties all of my feelings together. In fulfilling our obligation we are maintaining the balance between giving and receiving. When we receive we are satisfied within ourselves, and when we are satisfied we need not look for things to complain about, only for things we can improve upon. I am looking forward to a most prosperous second semester. Panhellenic and IFC are working on several joing projects and we will need a lot of help. Give a litt.e Fraternally, Beth Rosenfeld President, Women's Panhellenic Association Panhellenic Executive Council: front row, left to right, Scarlett Lunning, 1st V.P.; Deanna Daly, 2nd V.P.; and Sue Koons, Treasurer. Back row, left to right, Marti Harris, Secretary; Beth Rosenfeld, President; Helen Matthews, Rush Chairman. PROBLEMS? SOMEBODY CARES! The Crisis Center Does Confidentially CALL 351-0140 After 8, every night. G allery 117 Bands for the Month! March 15 Loved Ones, 16 Lovedones, 17 Stone Garden, 18 Leather Soul, 19 Ivory Coast, 20 Ivory Coast, 22 Mother Hubbards Shoe, 23 William Skinner, 24 Water, 25 Water, 25 Water, 26 Water, 27 Water, 29 Sundance, 30 Sundance, 31 Hoochie-Koo-Pretty Great Huh? Drop By! THE IOWA GREEK EXPRESS The Iowa Greek Express is published in conjunction with the University of Iowa Greek system and the School of Journalism. All editorial and advertising material may be mailed to the Communications Center in Iowa City. Nothing that is printed in the Express may be used without the written permission of the editors! Editor: Joe Kelly Jr., Assistant editors: Karen Kirchner and Mary Anne Barron
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