yes, I can see that you might want to wait to really discuss philanthropy until that round of rush, BUT i know the heaviest cuts at my school are after the first round when you are going to be cut on a technicality (sophomore, bad GPA, no activities, no legacy, no recs). i am DEFINATELY not saying i fall into all of those categories. i am involved in SOOOO many things, am a legacy, have SEVERAL recs for every chapter, but we already know i am a sophomore and my GPA isnt bad, but not stellar. i really feel like those first impressions that first round is going to be very very important. do ya'll have any suggestions on how to make sure i make a great first impressions? and i am not talking the superficial things like be sweet and smile and look your best, i am more referencing conversation topics....

Make sure you ask plenty of questions--it will show you're interested in the chapter! You can ask about the philanthropy, activities, fees, new member program, any kind of study programs, as well as why the girl/s rushing you joined that chapter. Those are just a few basic suggestions, I'm sure there are threads on here that have other topics.

And I know it sounds trite, but be yourself! Good luck, and hopefully you'll find where you're supposed to be!

The General Advice thread has a good list of questions and conversation topics.