Many students may consider joining a campus organization next spring as a supplement to their academic experience. Which one (or perhaps, more) will it be?

Student organizations are getting the shaft at UTM when it comes to administrative support beyond pleasantries and event underwritings. Our Student Government Association has been the first to take the initiative to establish the organization presidents’ listserv, mailboxes and two roundtable discussions in this semester alone.

The SGA stepped up to the plate, but what happened to the office that was created for the sole purpose of addressing such issues?

Conversely, our proud greek system has enjoyed an office largely dedicated to its smooth operation. Perhaps the attention is warranted, given the enormous risk a campus incurs by having fraternities and sororities. While we take notice that the vast majority of greeks have done a tremendous job for community service and development, we ask if it was done at the expense of non-greek organizations.

There are almost 70 charted organizations, yet 34 have registered Web presences. IFC, PHC and NPHC have The Scroll, but there isn’t a directory of Student Organizations published. We see it as a clear set of priorities.

The university brags about our strong greek system, but what about the other student leaders? Is there no voice for them within the administration?

The time has come for a major culture shift on our campus. We should not be telling people to “get involved” but only supporting a small portion of the opportunities out there.