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KSUViolet06 02-25-2008 12:46 AM

She'll come back when she's ready.

SthrnZeta 02-25-2008 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by AOE2AlphaPhi (Post 1606245)
At our school, my chapter is the only one that doesn't do a craft on philanthropy day. We do a red dress fashion show instead, (because our philanthropy event is the red dress gala, which benefits women's cardiac care) the models are actives who are active in the community, and we talk about their involvement instead of the dresses. It was really successful, especially because a lot of the time the crafts aren't that helpful to the organizations we donate them to. Who really needs 200 decorated bookmarks anyway?

I really like that idea. And if all the other chapters on your campus do a craft, this will sure make you stand out in the PNMs' minds! And you're right, a lot of time the crafts are kinda meaningless and don't do much to actually benefit the org that's your philanthropy - BUT gaining more members that will be active in volunteering DOES help them. :)

SthrnZeta 02-25-2008 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by When Doves Cry (Post 1606200)
Apples to Apples is a fun game too
We played that at one of our COB events
(Yes, we played that instead of watching the Superbowl. lol)
I didn't go through formal (or informal) recruitment so I have no clue how it works yet. But I've read enough so I have some idea. Seems pretty exciting! :)

I thought you were tricked into going to a COB event...? That's informal in my book. Even if all you did was go to dinner with a few sisters and then you got a bid, that is the definition of informal IMO.

ISUKappa 02-25-2008 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by When Doves Cry (Post 1607210)
At my school, informal recruitment is very much like formal except all the GLO's set up a table at our student union and the everyone comes around and looks at everything, unlike formal, where they go to every house and all that stuff.

Yes, your school does do partially structured informal recruitment the beginning of the spring semester (which they just started last year), but COB events are still considered "informal" recruitment. So, technically, you were given an bid during informal recruitment whether you knew it or not.

I know you mean well, you really do, but you're posting things that you don't really know much about and it doesn't necessarily do you any favors.

SthrnZeta 02-25-2008 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ISUKappa (Post 1607220)
Yes, your school does do partially structured informal recruitment the beginning of the spring semester (which they just started last year), but COB events are still considered "informal" recruitment. So, technically, you were given an bid during informal recruitment whether you knew it or not.

I know you mean well, you really do, but you're posting things that you don't really know much about and it doesn't necessarily do you any favors.

Co-sign.

SthrnZeta 02-25-2008 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by When Doves Cry (Post 1607234)
okay well ill just stop posting until i know as much as everyone else on here. yeah? okay.

How about you just grow up a little bit and represent yourself like the adult you are? Yeah? Okay.

ISUKappa 02-25-2008 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by When Doves Cry (Post 1607234)
okay well ill just stop posting until i know as much as everyone else on here. yeah? okay.

We're not saying don't post. We're just saying stop and think before hitting submit. Ask yourself "is what I'm posting relevant to the discussion? Does it add any new information or a different viewpoint? Can I back up my statements?"

As you learn the atmosphere on GC, you'll adapt. A lot of newbies go through the same things you are WRT backlash from more experienced members. And in the end, it's just the internet, nothing more, nothing less. There's no need to get huffy over some type on a computer screen.

SthrnZeta 02-25-2008 05:09 PM

Ok, what I said was a little snarky and I apologize. But, ISUKappa is right, you seem to jump into threads without thinking or reading the previous posts and it doesn't make you look very intelligent or represent AXiD very well. And then with the sarcastic childish remarks.... It's just getting old. And yes, I too know the growing pains of being a GC newbie, don't I...? ;)

nittanyalum 02-25-2008 09:29 PM

Listen to Sthrn, WDC, she's been here --> http://phumphries.com/forums/images/smilies/newbie.gif before and she recovered rather nicely. ;)

smiley21 02-25-2008 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by nittanyalum (Post 1607522)

That is hilarious.

gee_ess 02-25-2008 10:10 PM

I am just worried and anxious about Alice...I hope no news is good news!

Zeta13Girl 02-25-2008 10:28 PM

well she waited until after recruitment to post this so since she decided to go ahead with it I'm thinking she got a bid.

TSteven 02-25-2008 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by ISUKappa (Post 1607307)
Ask yourself "is what I'm posting relevant to the discussion? Does it add any new information or a different viewpoint? Can I back up my statements?"

One of the best posts ever! And it applies to a lot of us seasoned posters too.

SthrnZeta 02-26-2008 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by nittanyalum (Post 1607522)
Listen to Sthrn, WDC, she's been here --> http://phumphries.com/forums/images/smilies/newbie.gif before and she recovered rather nicely. ;)

Aww shucks :D

AliceDreams 03-04-2008 04:14 PM

Sorry Ladies I've just been going out of my mind with work and such :-(
 
So Round three was house tours. I only got invites back from two houses, but I didn't mind since they were two I really liked.

Sweet Temptation
Passionate Kisses

I was cut from My Desire, but I was hardly heart broken after the origami fiasco.

Sweet Temptation- This house is absolutely gorgeous. I loved the house tour. All the rooms are so pretty and regal looking. I could definatley see myself living here. All the little details like carvings in the banister, the fireplace and light fixtures jumped out at me. Haha I'm a bit of a fan of interior design and a complete sucker for details. The more I hang out with the girls in this house the more welcome and happy I feel. They are definately my favorite as of the house tour.

Passionate Kisses- This house is also very beautiful. This sorority houses the most girls on campus and brags about having the most triples and singles of any house. Most houses have mostly double rooms. The downstairs of the house was just remodeled and is completely stunning. The girls here are very energetic and thrilled. I always leave this house very excited to have visited.




Since I don't have to eliminate any houses, seeing as I only went back to two, I hope that I will be invited back and no more cuts :).

I apologieze for taking so long to update but I've been studying for midterms and such.

Zeta13Girl 03-05-2008 02:01 PM

I was beginning to think you were never going to return. But studying is more important than greek chat, so good for you having your priorities straight! Can't wait to here the rest.

AnchorAlumna 03-07-2008 12:10 PM

Come back, Alice, and give us the rest of your story!

baci 03-07-2008 12:42 PM

Waiting for remainder of story!

princessjv 03-11-2008 01:00 AM

Alice! I keep checking this thread every day and there is never a new update! Please come back and post the rest of your story!

Benzgirl 03-11-2008 07:29 PM

Alice, you have us Dreaming of your finale!

KSUViolet06 03-11-2008 11:32 PM

Relax guys, she'll come back and post when she has time.

AliceDreams 03-21-2008 02:57 PM

Pref. round :-)
 
For pref round I got asked back to Passionate Kisses and Sweet Temptation!

I decided to be bold and wear the bright red sundress to pref. I was so happy that I did because the majority of the girls wore black cocktail dresses and I definately stood out in the crowd, but in a good way :).

The first house I went to was Passionate Kisses. There set up was really beautiful. Each girl was paired up with a sister and would sit down together and was served a variety of small chocolates. All the sisters were wearing black and the majority of girls were wearing black as well so I really really stood out at this house. The ceremony was pretty and involved candles. I could see myself fitting into this house.

The last house I went to was Sweet Temptation. I thought that there set up was gorgeous. There was lots of ribbons, balloons and sparkles everywhere. The girl who pref'd me was a girl I had previously talked to in the house and was very excited to see her again. We were served fruits, which were delicious and talked. There ceremony involved ribbon and flowers and was very beautiful and emotional. I left definately wanting to be a sweet temptation.


I ranked them in this order.

1. Sweet Temptation
2. Passionate Kisses

APhi4Ever 03-21-2008 03:14 PM

I am so glad you came back to finish the story! Good luck!

LucyKKG 03-21-2008 03:30 PM

Ooh!

AnchorAlumna 03-21-2008 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by violetpretty (Post 1621693)
Almost, but not quite....she'll probably tell us where she got her bid and then make us wait another week to tell us the actual sorority just to torture us!

Two weeks! One for the fake name....another for the real name...:D

rhochi2002 03-21-2008 08:26 PM

This is a cute thread. I love to read rush (recruitment) stories.

AliceDreams 03-23-2008 02:38 AM

Promise I'm not a horrible person that likes to torture people, I'm just a busy girl.
 
So bid day finally came. They gave us our envolopes and made us wait a half hour to open them and we had to sit on them so we couldn't hold them up to the light and try to see what the inside said haha. So when it was time I ripped mine open and it said....

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Pi Beta Phi !!!

AnchorAlumna 03-23-2008 02:50 AM

Well well!! Congratulations!!:D

twinkle555 03-23-2008 03:42 AM

yay!!!! finally we know where you pledged!!! congratson Pi Phi!!

princessjv 03-23-2008 01:48 PM

Yay!! Congrats on pi phi!!!

GammaPhi88 03-23-2008 02:10 PM

Congrats on Pi Phi! Can you tell us what was passionate kisses? Or if its okay with you, could you PM me the key of all the sororities? I'm curious!

violetpretty 03-23-2008 02:53 PM

Congratulations to you, Alice, and to Pi Beta Phi!

Thetagirl218 03-23-2008 03:18 PM

Congrats on joining Pi Beta Phi!!!! :)

baci 03-23-2008 08:46 PM

Excellent!

gee_ess 03-24-2008 09:07 AM

YEA! congrats! Enjoy Pi Phi!
Please tell us what Passionate Kisses was....

APhi4Ever 03-24-2008 10:06 AM

Yay for Pi Beta Phi!

AliceDreams 03-24-2008 02:29 PM

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Kappa Delta!

honeychile 03-24-2008 02:39 PM

I've always loved the arrow of Pi Beta Phi - congratulations!!

Benzgirl 03-24-2008 04:54 PM

Congrats to you and Pi Phi!

barbino 03-25-2008 10:00 PM

I don't check GC for a few days, and look what happens! A new sister! Congratulations, and welcome to the wine and silver blue!!!


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