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University
helps with relief efforts
By
Ariel Castro
Gavel Reporter
Millions
of Americans helped victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist
attacks by donating goods, blood and money.
The
initail recovery efforts have shifted to a reconstruction
effort, and the need for fundraising has become very
important. Univeristy Greeks are doing their share to
help with the relief efforts.
For
example, members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
collected funds for several days after the attacks.
"We
wanted to show America that BGSU cares," a member
of Delta Sigma Theta said.
Catching
students at the Education Building on their way to and
from class, the sisters managed to raise nearly $400.
They also collected clothing that was dontated to the
American Red Cross.
The
Sigma Chi fraternity donated to the Americna Red Cross
as well.
The
proceeds from their annual Derby Days philanthropy were
given to help the relief efforts in New York City. In
addition to the event, Sigma Chi also sold T-shirts
that picture the Red Cross logo.
The
fraternity’s donation totaled over $7,000.
"This
year's Derby Days is our chance to show not only the
Greek Community, but the entire campus what a group
of committed young men can do in order to aid the relief
efforts of our fellow Americans," Sigma Chi president
John Hanley said. "We are hoping that other organizations
beyond the Greek community are also concentrating their
efforts to help those affected by the attacks of Sept.
11."
Delta
Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity,
Inc. are still accepting clothing and monetary donations.
Sigma Chi is still raising money through T-shirt sales.
The shirts are $15 and are bursarable.
Several
other Greek chapters, including Alpha Sigma Phi, Lambda
Chi Alpha and Kappa Alpha raised funds throughout September.
Their efforts, along with those nationwide, will help
to restore New York City and Washington D.C. and aid
the medical recovery of survivors.
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