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Originally Posted by nicci8702 (Post 1819085)

I've stated what happened very clear, there are no details missing. No one contacted me in regards to my expulsion, and no one has asked for my pin or my certificate back. I did not owe any dues from that semester at all. I owed for housing, but that was paid up BEFORE they mentioned to me my expulsion.

I've not even seen any paperwork. They made the decision after I had withdrew from the school.

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Originally Posted by nicci8702 (Post 1819086)

Also, they were made insanely clear of my medical condition months before I withdrew from school. I did not just "drop off the face of the earth". They knew EXACTLY where I was going and why I was leaving.

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Originally Posted by nicci8702 (Post 1819087)

My chapter was a smaller one, at a small school. We all knew eachother personally. And, again-I saw to it that EVERYONE (including a few new alumnae) KNEW what was going on.

So I take it my read on your situation was correct. I'm sorry that this happened to you. I suppose you are not able to join another sorority, but perhaps there are other women's groups that you can take part in at your new school. Not the same, but you might enjoy participating in something new.

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Originally Posted by MysticCat (Post 1818997)

It sure looks like you meant it the way everyone seems to have understood it.

Everyone? Really?

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Originally Posted by texas*princess (Post 1818995)

I know enough about GLOs to know that not all of them are the same and not all of the umbrella organizations operate the same either and therefore wouldn't need to throw out a "I just don't GET < insert whatever type of GLO here >" statement. I may not understand how or why they operate, but I do know whatever they do works for them, so I will just leave them be and not question it

Kudos to you!! ;)

I think you should contact someone at HQ concerning a possible reinstatement.

However, I have ZERO desire to see this thread turn into a "OMG this sorority is EVIL." kind of deal.

I agree with you KSUViolet, completely.

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Originally Posted by LatinaAlumna (Post 1819105)

Everyone? Really?

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Originally Posted by texas*princess (Post 1818995)

I know enough about GLOs to know that not all of them are the same and not all of the umbrella organizations operate the same either and therefore wouldn't need to throw out a "I just don't GET < insert whatever type of GLO here >" statement. I may not understand how or why they operate, but I do know whatever they do works for them, so I will just leave them be and not question it

Kudos to you!! ;)

Yes, everyone. In case you didn't read her entire post carefully, note the part I bolded above and read again what came before it:

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Originally Posted by texas*princess (Post 1818995)

It wasn't just the one line... it was the context of it. You went on for a couple of sentences implying that that this sorority must be so awful for deactivating or putting on alumna status because of the circumstances and then ended it with "I don't get NPC sororities sometimes" which further implies that all NPC sororities care about is money and just go around deactivating members for no good reason without telling them and that there are not NPC chapters who care about their members enough to visit/send cards/fund raise for sick sisters when clearly there have been examples of such.

So I stand by my "everyone." :rolleyes:

nicci8702 -

You need to get in touch with HQ today and begin this process. You have gotten some wonderful, detailed info (see Zillini's post) regarding some steps you can take. This will involve more than a simple call to explain the circumstances, but I am sure you are up for the task.

We can tell you loved being in your sorority and want to continue that experience in whatever way possible.

I hope everyone will wish nicci8702 well and then sit back to wait on her progress reports....

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Originally Posted by gee_ess (Post 1819151)

I hope everyone will wish nicci8702 well and then sit back to wait on her progress reports....

Indeed! Best of luck!!

I will keep everyone posted on what happens. Thanks for your support ladies!

nicci -

It sounds like what might have happened was that there was a disconnect between the officers at your chapter and the advisors, since it is the advisors who told you that you had been terminated. The chapter officers might have just checked the wrong box when sending your paperwork, or something. Are your advisors actually at your campus or are they elsewhere?

If your chapter sisters wanted you out, they would have asked for your stuff back. It doesn't seem like this is the case - just incorrect reporting.

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Originally Posted by nicci8702 (Post 1819086)

Are you sure you were completely terminated as a member or were placed on involuntary inactivity? Those are two completely different things.

I would take the advice of others who have posted here and contact your membership person at the HQ of this sorority. She should be able to clarify any terminology mix up and your actual standing as a member. She may also be able to get you reinstated as a member if it is determined a mix up has occurred.

Make sure you have documentation to present to HQ regarding your medical condition/making the chapter aware, any emails/paperwork between you and the chapter, and official school withdrawal papers. Not having those items available to present to HQ may make you and your claim less credible. Also familiarize yourself with your organizations bylaws both national and local regarding membership. This can also help make your case to HQ.

Nicci, I don't have any further advice to give- you have already gotten some excellent feedback- but I wanted to wish you well in your continued recovery and on your quest to hopefully re-activate with your sisterhood. Good luck!