University of Texas Students Combat Sexual Assault With ‘Not On My Campus’ Campaign
You’ve probably noticed that recent media portrayal of the Greek community has been, shall we say, negative. Whether it’s racism, hazing or sexual assault, Greeks seemingly aren’t doing themselves any favors. Fortunately, thanks to a group of students at the University of Texas, light is being shown on some of the good that’s being done by Greek members.
“Not On My Campus” is a student led initiative aiming to end the silence surrounding sexual assault and create a safe environment for all students at Texas. NOMC isn’t a strictly “Greek” campaign, but many of its leaders are in Greek organizations, which is badass. The founders include a Pi Kappa Phi, a Phi Delta Theta and an Alpha Chi Omega.
To get involved, sign this petition and post a photo to social media with the words “NOT ON MY CAMPUS” written on your hand. Like this:
Simple, yet effective, as the petition has over 1,000 signatures in just three days.
NOMC at UT has been picking up steam with national media coverage in addition to social media posts showing support coming from University president Bill Powers and Olympic athlete Trey Hardee among other high profile members of the UT community. UT isn’t the only school to have done a NOMC campaign either. Last year, Southern Methodist University ran one and Texas Christian University is in the middle of a campaign right now as well.
The issue of sexual assault isn’t just a Greek problem; it’s everywhere on college campuses, but it often gets bundled in with many other negative stereotypes that fraternity members are labeled with. It’s awesome to see members of our community taking a stand to begin a conversation that will undoubtedly bring change to how people deal with and discuss sexual assault.
Want to learn more about “Not On My Campus” or start a campaign at your school? Check their Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. .
Taking all the recognition for something you, or the people you represent, arent all that involved in. TFM.
11 years ago at 4:05 pmReading comprehension isn’t your strong suit is it, champ?
11 years ago at 4:30 pmK.
11 years ago at 4:12 pmGood cause that could easily spread throughout Greek communities across nation. Solid move, UT.
11 years ago at 4:28 pmThis was at Texas, not Tennessee
11 years ago at 11:40 pmYes. UT: University of Texas
11 years ago at 11:54 pmTennessee was a college before Texas was a state. UT = Tennessee
11 years ago at 9:24 amReal fascinating stuff, thanks for sharing.
11 years ago at 11:59 amImagine is Phi psi at UVA joined started the campaign at UVA… The liberal media would be soooo mad and probably not cover it.
11 years ago at 3:01 pmYa okay, man…
11 years ago at 7:22 pmDry handjobs, not on my campus.
11 years ago at 4:29 pm“Not on my Campus pledge”
11 years ago at 4:31 pmAlready starting to spread in the Midwest, keep this going.
11 years ago at 4:33 pmTAMU is fine, though.
11 years ago at 4:34 pmCargos, NOMC
11 years ago at 4:45 pmWay to steal the “Not On OUr Campus” from OU
11 years ago at 4:47 pmRight because no other school should start a campaign against sexual assault
11 years ago at 7:34 pmI got it, and he didn’t mean what you think he meant.
11 years ago at 7:44 pmI get what he means that they used a simliar slogan to OU. But I don’t think thatÊ»s what one should be focused on after reading this
11 years ago at 10:40 pmYou can bet you won’t hear the national media talk about this.
11 years ago at 5:04 pm