I'm headed to Round 2...
 

Ladies...I'm sorry that I didn't get this out sooner. We were in the room for two hours. They wouldn't let us go until all the scantrons had been processed. Here is my update:

I was invited back to 10 houses...

AlphaChiOmega
AEPhi
DPhiE
KappaAlphaTheta
KD
KappaKappaGamma
PhiMu
PiPhi
SigmaKappa
ZTA

I was dropped from:
ChiO
DG
ADPi
AOPi
Tri-Delt

I have to say that I wasn't too disappointed by the houses that dropped me. I felt like I did not connect with the girls in those houses. Maybe it was just the girls that rushed me...but at the same time, I felt like I wouldn't fit in to some of those houses.

Out of the 5...I was disappointed by AOPi b/c I felt like I had connected with the girl there...but I guess she didn't feel the same.

I am extremely excited about being asked back to KD...I had the best conversation there with one of the girls. We really connected, and I thought of GC after visiting that house. They rang the bell after the 20 minutes were up, and I didn't even notice that 20 minutes had passed! The girl started laughing, saying that she didn't even have a chance to show me the displays they had up b/c we were so into our conversation.

I had good conversations with some of the girls in other houses, but the house as a whole didn't really feel like home. Get it? I'm trying to give you details without offending anyone...but at the same time I don't want to be too vague. So please let me know!!

Out of the 10 houses I was invited back to, there were a few houses in particular that I didn't really like. It might have been b/c of the girl that rushed me, so I guess I'll see during Round 2. Who knows!

So far, everything has been going well. I know some girls that have been disappointed by the houses they were invited back to. My roommate for one, only got 2 invites (SK & Phi Mu)...and she was very upset. She wanted to know how 13 houses could use 20 minutes to determine that she wasn't fit for them. But so far she's been open-minded about it, and is returning to Round 2.

Hope this update has satisfied your cravings! I know that I've been kinda 'bland' about things before. I'm going to take justamoms advice when I'm posting about chapters.

I'll be posting after Round 2 today!:D

I think you and all the other PNMs are doing a wonderful job of being very diplomatic about your analysis of rush, and I thikn it's greatly appreciated by all!

I can't wait to hear how round 2 goes!

Good Luck CurlyGirly. You'll have more time today to get better acquainted with all the other houses!:cool:

CONGRATS on your 10 invites!!! Keep smiling and keep us updated :) We're all addicted

10 invites is fabulous! I hope you have a wonderful time!

Good going! I think you were quite discreet! I can't wait for the next update!

I'm so excited you're going back to Pi Phi! Just keep looking for that "connection." You might feel it with some of the other chapters this round, now that you've gotten settled in a little.

curlygirly,
Congratulation on your invitations! You have so many fabulous houses to choose from. The next round will give you more time to talk and get a "feeling" for the chapters. Good luck!
As for your roommate, she should read many of the other posts here on GC, many, many pnms are cut after the first few nights but the chapters that they go forward with are really the right place for them! It's all about where you can contribute as a sister. Also, she shouldn't forget about DZ colonizing, that sounds like an amazing opportunity to work with an a fabulous national sorority!
Good luck, God bless, and keep posting,
violets

Have a wondeful time today! I am so glad to see that you are enjoying KD! :D I am also glad to see that you are keeping an open mind about all of the groups - you never know where you might make the "connection".

I can't wait to hear about your parties tonight!

Kerry

I'm thrilled that you're going back to Kappa. I was just thinking about how Kappa hasn't been getting very much GC lovin' in the Rush thread lately and then, yay! PNMs going back to Kappa!

Yay!

Ok, so I'm really bored at work and have nothing better to do than cyber-cheer for PNMs I've never met at schools I've never been to. :rolleyes: Yeah, yeah, who's a dork? I'm a dork!

First of all, yay that you loved and are going back to KD:D Second, awesome job of being discreet, open-minded, and upbeat! Have a wonderful time during round 2...can't wait to hear how it goes!

More cyber-cheers here!
 

Hi CirlyGirly!

Thanks for finding time to update us. I'm sorry that you didn't get invited back by AOII but I'm so happy that you got invites from 10 other wonderful sororities. I think that your descriptions have been very respectful and honest and it's much appreciated! Have a great time in this round of parties!

Christin
PS--Let your roommate know that I'm pleased that she's being so open minded! I hope she has a great time at both SK and Phi Mu (even though she has no clue who I am! LOL!) My cousin is a Phi Mu alumna and I know she is very proud of her sorority!

I'm sorry you didn't get invited back by AOII to, but it sounds like you did get invited back to some amazing organizations. I'm glad that you have such an open mind.

Tell your roommate that there are bunches of us out here who were cut heavily during formal rush, and still ended up in the right place. Also there is COB for those not at number or that didn't make quota (often it is easier in COB - not as many women to look at at one time), and let's not forget the wonderful new chapter of DZ that is colonizing at UF!

Yay for you! I'm glad you are happy with your invites. I know you won't get this until after the round, but I just wanted to say concentrate on the conversation more than the craft you are making this round. It's all about meeting the girls, and of course making the craft for the philanthropy, but that conversation will help you decide to come back next round or not, so it's waaay more important than the little thing you are making.

Have fun and stay cool, it's BRUTALLY hot today, even at 5pm!

Tara
I have a Phi Mu castle...

Good luck and have fun at all the houses tonight! I know that you'll have a great time.
Also, tell your roommate that she was asked back to two amazing houses and that she shouldn't give up hope quite yet....if I had let being cut heavily get me down i would never have met some of my best friends and I would have missed out on one of the best experiences of my life.

Congrats on all those invites! Glad you're going back to AEPhi (shameless plug ;) ) Enjoy round 2. I hope things go well for your roommate too. :)

ack!
 

I'm waaaay too nervous! http://www.gamers-forums.com/smilies.../geno/rotz.gif

If I'm feeling like this when my former student is going through, I cannot imagine what it will be like when/if my (not yet conceived) daughter goes through - or niece for that matter! http://www.uniquehardware.co.uk/serv...3dlil/errr.gif

But, I'm sending you & your roomie positive GREEK vibes...

Okay I have to ask....where do you get all of the cute smilies from because I never see them when I fill out my posts.

funny smilies!
 

Well if I TELL ya... then EVERYbody will be doing it!! http://www.uniquehardware.co.uk/serv...k/smily012.gif

I'll send you a PM!

Round 2- Day 1
 

Here are the houses that I went to this afternoon for Round 2.

DPhiE
PiBetaPhi
SigmaKappa
ZetaTauAlpha
KappaKappaGamma

I'm still not to sure if I'm going to end up pledging anywhere. I haven't determined if the UF sorority life is really for me. :confused: But I'm going to go through the rest of the rounds...and see what happens. I might change my mind along the way....or I might just drop out. Who knows?

Tomorrow I will be visiting....
AEPhi
KD
Alpha Chi Omega
Kappa Alpha Theta
Phi Mu

There are some houses that I just haven't gotten a good vibe from. Some of them just aren't for me...and I wonder if I'll even like the lifestyle.....but heck I've made it to almost half the week....so might as well continue! lol

I'll keep you ladies updated....we'll be done by about 2pm tomorrow. Whohoo!! :D

I am glad you are sticking with the recruitment process! Keep that open mind and you never know...you may be plesantly surprised at what Greek life may bring you!:)

Good luck! I am hoping that you will continue on with rush. I admire the fact that you are giving greek life a chance. Whatever happens, know that GC is behind you! Good luck! :)

don't give up!
 

don't give up on sorority life! you probably haven't found the house for you just yet! give it some time, and when you've found the right place, you'll "just know"!

good luck!

Jill
Kappa Delta alumna
Louisiana/Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns

Out of all those choices, I can see how finding a home can get confusing! Don't give up yet...I think you'd be an asset to any sisterhood!

Thanks so much for keeping us updated!

Remember that this is a hectic, crazy process. It is really hard to make decisions sometimes. I'm glad to see that you're thinking about the decisions you have to make and considering your options. There's nothing wrong with realizing that some of the chapters aren't for you, that's why recruitment is considered a mutual selection process.

Of course, I'm really glad you said you were going to keep going through the rounds--what may not be clear to you right now could be crystal clear by tomorrow. Like Jill said, when you find the sorority (or sororities!) where you could be happy for a lifetime, you'll know.

If you get time today, make sure to do something to spoil yourself! Have a great time at your parties, all five organizations are great!

Christin

curlygirly, I bet you ARE getting frazzled! I agree, when you have so many choices and have to meet so many people, it all starts to blur! Just think what the actives are feeling! They want the PNMs to like them too! It's a rough time for all concerned.
Hang in there and try not to let the tension get to you. Blank everything out except what you feel when you are with the different houses. Try to understand that once recruitment is over, everyone becomes normal again-well, MOST everyone!;)

A side note to your roommate, no one can possibly know where you will find happiness but YOU. Some people are happy living in a mountain cabin by a lake. Others couldn't survive without the bright lights of New York City. Is it a matter of isolation vs over crowding OR nature's serenity and balance versus high energy and excitement? It all depends on YOUR perspective and the mark you leave on the scenery. Each are equally beautiful and exciting. Each offers an environment that allows for individuality and growth.

curlygirly,
Honey, this is a stressful week but I assure you that life in a sorority does not consist of skits and cheers and five minute conversations every day. Nobody could live like that.

Listen, this is about finding a home, that's why we keep stressing that women keep an open mind and heart. The women who have been through this on both sides know that the decorations get taken down and then the real work of being a family begins.

Just to let you know, this is what its like to be an ADPi for me this week.
One of my sister's father is sick and she's home and very far away, we are all sending her little encouraging emails every day so she knows we are with her.
My other sister goes in for surgery Monday and all of us (other ADPis) have taken a "time slot" to go and spend time with her and make sure she's never alone while she recovers.
I just celebrated two sister's "big birthdays" this week, and was there to help them face the fear that these milestones bring up.
Tomorrow I'm going to pick up my bridesmaid dress of my sister who is getting married in a few weeks.

So, that's what it's like being a sorority alumnae this week for me.
(I can't tell you all that it has been in my life, that would take too long and my posts are growing in length each and every day! :) )
But its very much like this I would say, for all the other women posting on the board. That's why we are so thrilled to read of other women entering into this experience.

At any rate, that's my two cents, I hope its worth at least that much.
So take a deep breath and see what these houses have to offer. As my big sister still says, "Breathe out with Fear and in with God."
God luck curlygirly, I know you're going to find the right place.

P.S. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to see how much I have to be grateful for! It's been really good for me to write this post, I am a fortunate woman.

Curlygirl,

Violets is right. There is a lot more to being in a sorority than the skits and costumes and what they feed you during rush (sorry recruitment). Being a sister in any organization is about the intangible connection you have with thousands of women around the world. Its about wearing your letters in a mall and being approached by women of all ages because, even though you have never met, they are your sister.

Its about being there when your big sister gets lettered by her boyfriend and getting the call years later that he has finally proposed and they are getting married.

There is so much involved in being in a sorority. The most important thing that you can do is listen to your heart. Your friends, your roommates, and your fellow PMNs will all try to talk you into going one way, but you have to go the way that is right for you.

Have lots of fun the rest of this week, we are all waiting with baited breath to hear the rest of your story.

Melissa

Round 2 is OVER!!!
 

Hello ladies! It is FINALLY the end of Round 2!!! I'm a bit nervous about who is going to invite me back...but we'll see tomorrow at 8:30am! I feel like I'm going to take my SATs or something...so much pressure!

Anyway...today was super hot, and super gross. The first house I was at had a tent that didn't cover a thing! The sun came in from all sides, so by the time I got in the house I wanted to down gallons of water and sit under the fan! lol....I'm getting to know some of the houses better, but at the same time I'm getting really tired of this tedious process. I definitely have some favorites...but I won't say anything until I get my list of invites tomorrow. I'd be upset if they didn't ask me back.

Here are the houses I visited today:

AEPhi
KD
AChiO
KATheta
PhiMu

I had great conversations at KD and AChiO. In each house I felt like there was some sort of connection. And I was excited b/c as I was walking out of the KD house, the girl who rushed me first round...mouthed Hi to me! yay! So we'll see!

Anyway...my boyfriend is back in town, and I'm on my way to help him move in to his new apartment. I'll be back on later ladies to read all your responses.

Thanks so much for all the support.... :D

YEAH!! I am so glad that you enjoyed yourself at KD!! I have to admit I am a little biased but my aunt is an AChiO so I know that both houses are wonderful. Have fun and follow your heart.

~Melissa

Re: Round 2 is OVER!!!
 

CurlyGirly~

I'm glad you are having fun and keeping an open mind. Recruitment is very overwhelming. I can understand completely. When I went through rush I was just going through to meet some great people. I was dead set against Pledging any where. I had so many misconceptions about greek life. I had several friends in a few of the houses and basically decided to go through just so I could talk with them. The whole time I was going to the parties, I kept saying that I would never join. As the parties went on, I realized that I knew alot more greeks then I had thought. I was still undecided to join anywhere until pref. I knew at pref what I wanted to do. Well then there I was on Bid night accepting my bid...Going greek was on of the best decision I made. Well now that I've rambled on for a while...I guess my point is to follow your heart! You will know what's right for you. Others will try to help you with the decision but only you can choose what path to go down. I'm looking forward to hearing the rest of your story....


Lori :)

curlygirly,
Sounds like things are looking good! Great conversations can turn into great lifelong friendships, believe me!
KDLor, thanks for posting your story here, it's a great example of being open and letting your heart lead you to a place that is right for you. (And a place you never thought you would be!)

Good luck tomorrow curlygirly...you UF girls are in my thoughts.

couldn't say it better myself!
good luck!

I just read the new posts on this thread and I am so excited for you!

L.

Curlygirly, I'm off to Chicago for the weekend, but I'll check back in when I get home to see how you're doing...I wish you nothing but the best:)

i cant wait to hear more!!

Nichole

Best of luck to you, and thank you so much for sharing your experience with all of us! Greek Love,

RxyChrldr

Violets-what a great post-as an alum. i can relate as I am counseling a sister through a tough time rt. now.

curlygirly,

No matter which house you join you will also realize later on in life you have a connection to greeks that are not just from your own organization but also from others. People that are not greek will never understand and it is difficult to explain when they haven't experienced it for themselves. I am so glad I had the opportunity to be greek and I hope you will continue on with recruitment so you too can experience the bond.

Did you get your invites back, Curlygurly? I just got a phone call from my friend going through rush at UF. She got asked back to 7 houses and had to drop one house since there's only 6 movie day parties....
I can't wait for your update!!

Rush
 

Curlygirl,

I just wanted to post a quick note for your roommate. I went through sorority rush with about 500 girls, and my school had 7 sororities that would take about 25-28 girls each. That left alot of girls without bids from the sorority of their choice, and I was one. I wanted DZ soooo badly, all my friends got bids and I was just sooo upset. Then about a year later, I transferred schools and decided to go through rush again, and now I am a KD. I totally understand how she feels about the quick opinions and judgements. Tell her not to give up, and not to settle. I know how it feels to want something so badly, but I am so very glad that I didn't settle...b/c now I am a KD Lady, and I am truly happy.

Sara
Gamma Gamma
High Point Univ. '00