Students at UC Merced Told Term ‘Greek Life’ is ‘Cultural Appropriation’

Here’s further proof that progressive concepts of speech are about nothing more than control. The left has had it in for the Greek system for years.

The College Fix reports:

Students told not to use term ‘Greek Life’ because of ‘cultural appropriation’Students involved in a fraternity or sorority at the University of California Merced have been instructed not to use the terms “Greek,” “rush” or “pledge” because they are “appropriating Greek culture” and are “non-inclusive,” several students told The College Fix.In particular, they’ve been told:Replace “Greek Life” with “Fraternity and Sorority Life”Replace “rush” with “recruitment”Replace “pledge” with “potential new member”“Greek Life” is an ubiquitous term that for decades has represented and encompassed fraternity and sorority activities and organizations nationwide on college campuses.But in recent years, fraternities and sororities have come under intense pressure and scrutiny by campus leadership — students and administrators alike. The groups are frequently charged with cultural appropriation for the themed parties and fundraisers they host.

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