Crazyocutie's real rush... Finally
 

Yesterday was greek forum. That was really neat and overwhelming. There were soo many girls there. They were all pretty overwhelimed. I met with my Rho Gamma. Her name is Stacy and she seems really nice. I start all of the real rush activities today. I have to meet up with my RG at 8:30 in the morning in front of the Pi Phi house. I will update again a little bit after six tonight. I don't want to promise anything though because I haven't even finished unpacking. EEK!

Can't wait to hear the story and see the invites! :D

Sweetie, you seem to have it together for this rush!! Save your EEKs for Bid Day!! ;)

I hope you have a wonderful time, and get bid by a house you love!

Yah~ Have a great time and smile. You can un pack alittle later (after you have given us an update)

Best of luck.

Chris

oh to keep up with my normal self her is the link for the schedule.

http://www.greeklife.sdes.ucf.edu/#S...itment%20Dates

and the posted times.

Fall 2003 National Panhellenic Recruitment will start
Tuesday, August 19 and end Sunday, August 24.

Greek Forum: Tuesday, August 19, 2003
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Pegasus Ballroom, Student Union
What to wear: Casual pants and top, short set, sandals, tennis shoes

UCF Spirit Day: Wednesday, August 20
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Greek Park
What to wear: Casual pants and top, short set, sandals, tennis shoes

Philanthropy Day: Thursday, August 21
Time: 12 noon - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Greek Park
What to wear: Casual pants and top, short set, sandals, tennis shoes

Video Day: Friday, August 22
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Location: Greek Park
What to wear: Casual dress, sundress, skirt outfit, sandals

Preferentials: Saturday, August 23
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Location: Greek Park
What to wear: Dress, nice pant suit, hose, dress shoes

Bid Day: Sunday, August 24
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Education Building Gym
What to wear: Casual pants and top, short set, sandals, tennis shoes

Do all of the sororities have houses? It looks like from their addresses that some do and some don't

Not all have houses. There are 10 sororities and 4 are houseless (DG, Kappa, Theta, ChiO). They're supposed to be building an extension onto our sorority row within the next couple of years to accomodate the houseless fraternities and sororities on our campus. In the meantime, the houseless sororities borrow some of the fraternity houses during rush.

Do the houseless sororities still get to live together in the dorms? Why are some houseless? Just curious. Thanks :D

Unfortunately, UCF has a huge housing problem. The campus has experienced so much growth and it's trying to compensate for the new freshman classes that are coming in. UCF has been building new dorms but they're not for sororities.

UCF's campus is completely planned out already...it's just a matter of building everything. Greek Park was built very small and only a few fraternities and sororities have houses (the majority don't have a house). The last property on Greek Park was bought in the early 90's by Kappa Sig.

Greek Park 2 is in the plans but they've had a lot of setbacks in getting it built. It's been a rollercoaster ride trying to get it built (I'm sure adpiucf would agree!). UCF has a ton of wetlands and nature preserves. Our UCF environmental club has tried to block every Greek Park 2 proposal from going through. Now, I'm all for the environment and stuff but Florida is one big, swampy wetland. Why do they want to save this one?

The only chapters to have houses are ZTA, ADPi, KD, AZD, PiPhi, Tri-Delta, Kappa Sig, SAE, Pike, Sigma Chi, Sig Ep, and ATO.

This leaves Kappa, Theta, ChiO, DG, Sigma Nu, Lambda Chi, FIJI, Phi Delt, DTD, Pi Kapp, TKE, Delta Upsilon, AEPi, Beta, Lambda Theta Phi, Lambda Sigma Upsilon, Sigma Lambda Beta, and the countless NPHC and multi-cultural greek chapters still unhoused.

It's a huge problem and it effects rush greatly. Also, many sororities do not want to colonize on our campus if they're not assured a house within a reasonable amount of time. Big problems because we are need of more sororities. We have 10 and we still have pledge classes that range from 65-71 girls and chapters that are at 190 sisters!!!! :eek:

Good luck, crazyocutie!! I hope you have a wonderful time today and all week.:)

LM

i heard...
 

I heard that Greek Park 2 hasn't been built yet b/c a species of endangered turtles live there and they cannot be displaced.
Just what I heard.
C

Rumor has it that there was 1 turtle left but he hasn't been seen in years. I dunno. Maybe sherbertlemons or adpiucf know more.

Oh the Turtles!
 

For YEARS, it was rumored that an endangered species of turtle had made its home across the street from ATO, Sig Ep and Sigma Chi-- the very land where the Office Of Greek Affairs had proposed Greek Park expansion.

THERE ARE NO TURTLES!!!!

As ZTAngel said, UCF faces a very unique challenge-- it is growing at an astonishing rate. We nicknamed UCF "Under Construction Forever" due to rising popularity, prestige and student population at the university. UCF is a commuter school no more. I was very proud to attend UCF during the time when buildings, housing, parking garages and even our student union grew up around me, practically overnight. Student housing is in such demand, in fact, that the university purchased two off-campus apartment complexes (with multiple phases and buildings!) just to keep up. I think constructing new sorority and fraternity houses would help ease the student housing shortage, but it still needs to be determined "where" Greek Park 2 will be. Currently, off campus, in an area affectionately referred to as "the ghetto," are several fraternity houses. The guys lease a building of apartments and members reside there, and have their parties, etc., from these "Quad" apartments. IE: Lambda Chi, DTD, Pi Kapp, etc. Having a house in the ghetto is better than none at all, to be sure, but it is still much more of a status symbol to have on-campus housing. The sororities without houses on campus do not have houses here, but often, off-campus apartment complexes will set up a deal to have an entire bldg of a sorority there. Not all of the members live there (UCF sororities average just under 200 members and have enormous new member classes!), but it's a fun set-up nontheless, and b/c the chapters with houses on campus can't house everyone, even those sororoties will set up an apartment block at nearby apartment complexes.

Those creative Greeks!

So, to summarize, no TURTLES, no Greek Park 2, at least not for a while.

crazyocutie,
Can't wait to hear more about UCF recruitment!!! Today was "Spirit Day" hope it was tons of fun. Good luck honey!
violets

crazyocutie,
Can't wait to hear more about UCF recruitment!!! Today was "Spirit Day" hope it was tons of fun. Good luck honey!
violets

Ok.. so here goes my story. The internet was down a little whole ago so I am just now getting the chance to get back on. All of the chapters were awesome. It was soo much fun to learn their songs, have our RG's bang on the door, and watch the doors fly open to lots of smiling faces. Today I visited all 10 houses. Here goes a play by play.

The first house I went to was Rose. They were so nice. I was a little nervous because I didn't know what was going to happen. It was really neat how they were all there dancing, and just came and grabbed one of us and chatted. I could really see myself here.

The next house was Carnation. Wow, these girls were beautiful. The girl I talked to was really super nice and talked a lot. We were talking about housing a lot. We got to go on a house tour which was pretty neat. All of these sisters seemed to really have bonded together. It would be a great place to be part of. I think that it was one of the more popular chapters there. A lot of people wanted to go back.

Then we made our way over to the Tulip. These girls were nice. I didn't get to talk much to the girl I was paired with because I was paired with another girl. I think that this girl saw that because she tried many times to get the girl to shut up so that I could talk.

After that, we went to Lily. Lily was soo amazing. These girls made me feel at home. Time seemed to fly by while I was there. That is a good thing.

The last house before break was Sunflower. Man o man, these girls were amazingly beautiful. We also got a mini-house tour here. The girl I got paired with was nice, but I wasn't feeling the connection.

We had a little lunch session where I met up with my friend and saw how eachothers day was going.

After break, we went to Daisy. These girls were so kind. They had the cutest little opening song. Too cute. Looking forward to going back again.

The next house was Pansy. It was extremely loud in this place. I could hardly hear the girl that was rushing me. Later, I got paired with another girl and we talked about reality Tv. So much fun! Can't wait to return.

Then there was Daffodil. This was another house where I was paired up with one rusher and another PNM. This time I think I had the upper hand and I definitely let the other girl talk. Then I got to talking majors with one of the other rushers. I really could see myself here.

Then we have Geranium. I have to say, coming into this house, I had heard all of the stereotypes about them. I actually really loved them though. They were soo nice. I'm glad that I gave them a chance.

Last was Hibiscus. I had some more good convo with them also. The girls here are nice. Still out on whether or not this is the one for me.

Now, I go back to 7 parties tomorrow. I am not expecting to be going to 7 though. More like 3. But you never know. :)

Crazy-O,

ZTAngel and I are so excited you had a great time today! We're busy PM'ing each other with our own "Match Crazyocutie's flowers with UCF sororities!" LOL!

Are all of the door songs stuck in your head? When I was in school, my friends and I used to go jogging around the campus, and we would sing all of them! :)

YAAY Im so excited for you! Sounds like you had a good time! I cant wait to hear how the next round goes :)


Nichole

I'm so excited for you crazyocutie! :D Your descriptions were so good, and I love the flower theme. :) My fingers are crossed for you!!

sounds like today was fun!! when do you get your invites for next round?

We get our invites tomorrow at 12 and then are in parties until 6.

Today was philantrophy day at all of the sororities. It was a lot of fun to learn about all of the sororities charities. The girls were great again. I only got invited back to 6, but that is still really good. Ok.. here is today's happenings.

The first house I went to was Sunflower. They were really nice and I like their cause. I got to talk to 3 girls. They were all super nice and chatty. I don't know if I see myself here though. I actually cut them yesterday (only because I had no clue what to do.. they were all so great). I was surprised when I saw them on my schedule because they are one of the more popular ones. The verdict is still out though.

Next I went to Daisy. I really liked these girls. They were all really nice. I met 2 girls here. They had the cutest little craft. It was kinda hard to make though. It was fun talking to them. I also got to see their membership fees.. and they are not as bad as I thought.. YAY!

After that, I went to Tulip. I cut these girls yesterday and I am soo glad that I got to go back. They were extremely nice. I had one of the same girls that I had yesterday.. which was good.. cause this is the house where she noticed that the other girl that was with me was talking over me. She and I talked for a good amount of time. Then I talked to another girl and she was super sweet too. Then I met the coolest girl. We talked about our grandparents. Too cute. I am definitely wanting to go back tomorrow.

Then I walked over to Daffodil. These are nice girls. I got to talk to the VP. I didn't know until she told me... haha. Then I made their little craft.. but didn't actually finish. Oh well. I hope that I can go back tomorrow.

Next was Rose. This was one of my favorites from yesterday. They were so incredibly nice again. I loved their idea for a craft. Very original. I saw one of the girls that I talked to yesterday.. having her said hi to me made me feel really good. I want to go back tomorrow also.

Then I had a break. We went to one of the frat houses. That was kind of a new experience. I'll just leave it at that.

The last one that I went to was Hibiscus. I loved this place. We talked about reality TV again. I love that topic.. hehe. They also have one of the most known philantrophy events. I want to go back here again tomorrow also.

So I got cut from 4 houses.. but now that I look back on it.. I think that is how it should have been. I love the houses that I went to. The houses that I got cut from.. in case you forget were Carnation, Lily, Pansy and Geranium. I will reveal which one was which on Sunday.. hehe.

can you tell us which ones you went back to...in any order of course!!! Good luck with rush...you are doing great! :)

glad you are having a great time! hope it continues! best of luck!!

I like to have you all fooled. Then it will give you a reason to keep on coming back. :)

ok here is tomorows schedule

Video Day: Friday, August 22
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Location: Greek Park
What to wear: Casual dress, sundress, skirt outfit, sandals


when will you find out who cut you or what not (your schedule)

I love the flower names.

Chris

philanthropy round sounds fun! i am glad that you liked some of the chapters you weren't so crazy about from the day before. first rounds of parties are really tough to get an idea about the group! it is more like a cattle herd! best of luck tomorrow!!

I don't find out until right before the first party. They just hand out a slip of paper with all the sororities that you are invited back to that day. I wish I found out earlier.. but no such luck. My RG also said that she wanted our phone numbers in case something happens. I'm guessing that something is being cut everywhere. So I assume that because I have not gotten a phone call, that means I am safe. Hehe.

Hope you get a large selection, especially of your preferred houses!!

I think I may have one figured out...but I'm not quite sure yet. Can't wait to hear the invites! Best of luck!

She should be finished in 15 minutes! :D

I am sooo sorry for not updating sooner. I went out to dinner with my friend. Today I got invited back to 4 parties. Now, I will just jump right into it.

My first house was Rose. They are definitely my favorite. I think that they have been from day 1. I really really want to go back. I watched their video.. and it made me want to cry. I actually had to hold it back. I could really see myself hanging out with these girls forever. The girl I talked to yesterday came over and said hi. That really really makes me feel comfy with the place.

The next house that I went to was Hibiscus. The girls that I talked to today were soo hilarious. I could have a good time with them. I wished that we would stop going in 2's though. It really is hard to get to know the person. Their video was also very good.

Then I went to Daffodil. I really like these girls' theme. It was soo cute. Whoever decorated, was a genius. I had great conversation with these girls. They are definitely tied for my number 2 choice.

The last house that I went to was Tulip. I really love these girls. I almost cried in their video too. It was soo well done. The girls I talked to were great. I didn't want to leave. They are at number 2 also.

So in conclusion, I really could be at any of these houses. If on bid day I don't get my number one choice, I have no problem in taking the others. They are all great girls. To recap.. I got cut from Daisy and Sunflower yesterday. I am happy with the houses I have though. :)

I hope you get your rose. Every lady deserved flowers, even better if they are roses.


Your bid day starts at 1pm so we should know by Sunday?


I can't wait to find out who is who

Best of Luck

Chris

WOW!!! You're really a trooper, actually having FOUR different houses where you could be happy! How can you go wrong? I hope you get your Rose, but I'm so happy for your beautiful and gracious attitude!

I wish you a beautiful bouquet! It's so much fun trying to guess, and it's so much harder when you're a dinosaur like me and you've been out of school for awhile.

Have a wonderful time!

http://a657.g.akamai.net/7/657/2865/...s/if_5690l.jpg

Let me see: there are roses, daisies, carnations, irises, tulips, and even violets in here! Hope one of these suits your fancy!

the sweet smell of success....got to love it. later today, i know you will.
congrats early.

Yes. As soon as I get the chance to update on Sunday, everyone will know. I can't wait until then!!!

I just want to thank everyone on GC for the great support and encouragement that you all have given me. It means a lot to me and I don't think that I would have made it this far without you all!!! :) :) :) :)