A Howard University student has gone viral after denouncing her sorority, citing elements that conflict with her faith. This has sparked a conversation about the intersection of sororities and fraternities, religion, and the increasing number of members denouncing these organizations. What are your thoughts?
Reggie Hutson, Atlanta
This is not the first I’ve heard of someone renouncing their organization due to their Christian beliefs. Although I’ve never seen someone cross and then leave all in the same season. Usually, it takes people time to leave.
Eboni Wiggins, New London, Conn.
She did the right thing! People don’t really know what goes on in these rooms. Educate the masses!
Mikki Bell, Baltimore
You learn so much before you take that pledge; why take it? Why continue to go through the process if you felt this way? Just to disrespectfully publicize the sacred values of the process of this historic organization? Why not also explain to others the prayers and Christian ideologies that are also included in the process? I am a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta, but first, I am a proud Christian. You can be both, and my sorors have been a part of my Christian journey in more ways than I could have ever imagined.
Erika Blockett, Los Angeles
She went through the whole process and then decided not to be part of it? Sounds like she did it for clout! She could have stopped anytime but decided to wait until the end. Not impressed.
Niecy McClinton, Washington, D.C.
She realized it wasn’t what works for her. She’s not the first sorority member to bring attention to this and renounce their membership. It’s been going on for years now.
Compiled by Sarafina Wright