erniegurl00,
I am not sure what my schedule is for round one yet, but I will find out tommorrow afternoon when I arrive.

Another question for all of you...Did any of you change your mind a lot from the first time you met a certain chapter to what you thought about them by the end of the recruitment week? Or, were your first impressions pretty much right on? Just Wondering.

I felt at home at Pi Phi from the minute I walked into the suite during open house. My top two favorites from open house were the two chapters I preffed (we could go to only two then, but I think it's three now). However, I'm not sure that my experience was typical. I rushed as a junior, so maybe I just had a better idea by then of what I was looking for, and knew it when I saw it.

I hope you are having a blast. It can be overwhelming, but it sounds like you are having a great time!!

Silverblue, I love hearing positive things about my sisters in other chapters!

As for impressions changing during rush, I changed my mind about one group. Although I didn't end up there, by the end of rush I knew that they were very nice group who I wouldn't have minded calling my sisters. Going in I hated them, they had the worst rep and it was totaly un deserved. I think it's ok to change your mind as many times as it takes till you are 110% sure of what is right for you.

Aww! I wish I were at UT! 3 of my SAI sisters are in AZD chapter! In addition to the old roomie who's in ZTA! And I met a friend last year (someone my roomies went to h.s. with) who is in SK! They and the other chapters are wonderful - I just know those three the best! Keep having fun! :D

On philanthropy day, I would try to find out what the national and local philanthropies are (some groups have a local one in addition to national...). Try to find out how often they actually do service projects and what kinds of things they do (i.e.: Halloween party for kids at school for the deaf, fun runs, etc.). Also, try to get to know the girls you talk to and just make a friend! Find out what kinds of fun things they do like formals, sisterhood events, etc. Maybe ask what the new member program is like. You don't have to talk about anything too serious on that day. Just try to find out more about the girls and their chapter, what sets them apart. It will help you get a feel for the different chapters.

How exciting for you! Remember to just have fun! This is an awesome time that you will never forget, no matter where you end up :)

COngratulations! I am excited to hear that you are going back to Sigma Kappa!!!! It is common to change your feelings about different houses. Each day you could be meeting different sisters that can account for different impressions. Just keep your mind open and by the end of rush I am sure it will all become clearer to you. Best of luck, I hope you are having a wonderful time!!

Whichever chapter she chooses, she can't go wrong. I had friends in all of them when I was an undergraduate.

Good Luck with round one and keep your spirits up :)

Awesome! I am pumped to see you're headed back to the Zeta house. I had an instant conneciton when I went through at LSU with the Zeta girls and felt so comfortable. From the rest ofthe thread, sounds like all the chapters you have on your list at UT rock! Have fun and meet some great women

i'm glad your happy with all of your choices!!! and i'm more happy that you got asked back to sigma kappa! i'm rootin for them!! ;)

hey JBrookie...happy to see you are going back to AZD!!Although I am a bit bias, all these are wonderful houses to belong too!

As for changing your mind, I did it about a million times before I made my final decision! Everytime I went to a party, there was something wonderful about it. But, when I walked into AZD pref, I knew I was home.

Best of luck!
-Maggie

My thoughts on the different houses changed once I started rush. Before going into rush I definitely wanted to go Pi Phi, and I actually only rushed to join them. However, once rush started I fell in love with another house and changed my mind for part of the week. But as you can see I changed my mind back. :D

jbrookie82,

I'm so happy and excited for you! After reading through these posts it really sounds like you're going to be choosing from some GREAT houses! I hope you continue to enjoy your experience. Trust me, it's something you'll never forget! :)

Erin

Well, it sounds like you will be visiting some wonderful sororities during the next few days. I am sure that all of the houses are wonderful and any one of them will be very fortunate to count you among their sisters. Sit back, enjoy the ride, and be sure to listen to your heart. I can hardly wait to hear if you will be visiting ZTA during your next round!

I agree with everyone else...Listen to your heart and you'll know where you feel the most comfortable!!! Good Luck and keep us updated!