Originally Posted by DubaiSis (Post 2130663)

hmmmm, if you know a member of that sorority frequents GC you might let her know so she can advise her national. You probably didn't see anything too terribly secret, but I don't think it's meant to be public information.

But also FYI, individual chapters have their own bylaws as well. They can't undo what national says but they can be more strict or more precise. For instance, the national may allow nontraditional students like yourself, but the chapter may not. That's not to say they won't, just that the possibility exists. Where it typically comes into play is national says you have to have a 2.5 GPA but the chapter requires a 2.75. The reverse wouldn't be allowed, but the chapter can be more strict with their policies.

I'm interested in what's going on with you. Do keep us in the loop as this progresses.

Originally Posted by agzg (Post 2130623)

So it's basically like the questionnaire we asked PNMs to fill out when they got to the house for their first event for informal.

Be 100% honest on the grades and campus activities (they will find out).

Regarding your interest, I wouldn't gush. Honesty is the best policy there. Don't use phrases like "I really, really" or anything - stuff like "I'm interested in the sorority because I'd like to get more involved on campus" or "I like your philanthropy" are fine, but sometimes a little unnecessary UNLESS that is the actual reason why you want to join. Phrases like "I admire XYZ organization because of what they do for women" come of as flowery - also unnecessary.

If you have relevant experience with their specific philanthropy (for example, if their philanthropy is March of Dimes and you've done things with March of Dimes before, include it). If you like their philanthropy but didn't do any work with it, you may mention it but don't go into detail ("I admire the Special Olympics organization.").

Same goes for other aspects. Don't go on and on about how you like their flower or other symbols. The meaning of a specific flower/color/symbol for you as a PNM will be different than the meaning for a member.

Basically, be honest. Don't gush. Usually these questionnaires are intended to just refresh their memory - you don't necessarily want to make a strong impression on paper - you want to make it in person. Then, if they have trouble remembering specifics, they'll use this.