Definitely try formal and go in with an open mind - I went through recruitment a month ago and found my home in a very unlikely chapter (definitely not the chapter I thought I wanted to be a part of going into recruitment) and I LOVE IT! :D Remember that everything happens for a reason and you do end up where you belong... on the otherside though, also remember that joining a sorority isn't for everyone. Either way, consider getting involved on campus between now and then - it can't hurt!

The one thing my rush experience taught me was never give up. I went through formal recruitment in the fall and informal recruitment this spring. I was devistated when I didn't get invited back for preference. But I later realized it wasn't my time. I went back through this spring and I really hit it off with the girls and was less hesitant and nervous than I was in the fall. I think that makes all the difference.