When I graduated medical school I held an official position as "grad hourly" from which I was not fired. So my UIUC account did not get expunged on the regular schedule as it should have since I graduated. Therefore, I still have a UIUC email address, and I still get email addressed to "everbody@uiuc.edu". They are generally amusing, though never meant to be. Here's today's message from the Chancellor:
Dear Students,Many of you may be aware of an event known as Rush. It is my objective to
warn you of the potential downsides of Greek organizations. I advise you to
not succumb to the aggressive recruitment tactics used by these
organizations. It has been my concern over the years, that the Greek culture
of alcoholism and lack of respect for the community degrades campus life.
These organizations present themselves as prestigious, yet are
discriminatory, serve to perpetuate social inequality, especially with
respect to the opposite gender, and promote a lack of diversity. Many
students have expressed concerns with regards to safety on campus,
particularly due to Greek culture and behavior. It is my hope that a
student's experience on campus strengthens one's individuality, but the Greek
system emphasizes the group above all, without cause or reason. This is
detrimental to the purpose of universities.I hope that you will consider wisely.
GDI Chancellor Richard Herman
Ouch. Still, I don't think anyone at UIUC has drank themselves to death.
EDIT: The following was sent a couple hours later.....
Dear members of the campus community:You may have received an email titled: Regarding Greek life on campus.
This message was a hoax and was NOT sent by Chancellor Richard Herman and
was NOT authorized by the campus administration.
Robin Kaler
Associate Chancellor for Public Affairs