Format: Hardback
Pages: 508
ISBN: 9780813124919
Pub Date: 13 Jun 2008
Imprint: University Press of Kentucky
Illustrations: 22 b/w photos
Description:
For much of the twentieth century, black Greek-letter organizations (BGLOs) united individuals dedicated to excellence, fostering kinship ties, and uplifting African Americans. Despite the profound influence of BGLOs, many now question the continuing relevance of these groups, arguing that their golden age has passed. Partly because of the influence of hip-hop culture, the image of BGLOs has been unfairly reduced to a stereotype -- a world of hazing and stepping without any real substance.