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I am going through rush at SMU in January so I was wondering if anyone could tell me anything about the sororities as far as which ones are the most exclusive and which ones aren't...from what I hear, Pi Phi, Kappa and Theta are supposed to be the top ones but I don't know anything about any of the others so if anyone could give me some info I would appreciate it- thanks!!!

due to the number of times the 'exclusive question' has been asked, i think it is safe to say that you wont get a direct answer. everyone on here is very proud of their organization as well as supportive of the others. i am not jumping on you cause i used to want to know the same thing. the popularity of one chapter differs between colleges. but dont think that the org's popularity means that you will be happy. you should go where you feel most comfortable. you should research the sororities by looking at the websites and observing relations between the sisters on your campus.
when someone asks about what sorority is the most exclusive, the topic here gets ugly. it does more harm than good.

Smiley, you are just so articulate! That was very well-put...

Anyways, where is SMU, aka, what does it stand for? I'm not so quick on all the acronyms lately!

you guys have taught me well;)

SMU=Southern Methodist University .... in Dallas, Texas


Smiley, thanks for your response... I don't mean to cause trouble or anything. I am just curious. I really dont know anything about any of the sororities at SMU...I just want to know some things before I actually rush..so I'll know what to expect...So if anyone here from SMU can help me out i'd appreciate it soo much!! thanks! :)

no problem. just wanted to give you the heads up. if you have a couple of hours free, you should look at a few pages in this 'rush' forum. so many of us have documented our rush stories and there is so much info about the rush process. it is incredible. you should take a look. but also feel free to ask questions!

For the best inside the organization look, I'd advise you to start with the National web sites. Pretty much all the GLO's have them! That way you can learn about the organization's without the particulars of your school. Also, most of the chapters should have web sites for themselves!

aj

smugirl...
as one texan to another....howdy and welcome.
all serious, try your school's website for greeks. i bet they've got it all listed for you -- so you get a base of knowledge.
also take some time to work the site, there's a bunch of good good info here.
and get ready to have some fun.
:D
we're glad you're here.

Welcome!! I'm right next door in Fort Worth. There are many helpful people here so please make yourself at home!!


Lizz (PNAM tinydancer)

Look at your school's website and the sororities' websites (the chapter at SMU and the national).

Look at back issues of the SMU newspaper for stories on the sororities. This will tell you what activities they were involved in, as well as which groups won national or campus awards if that is important.

The main thing to know is to go with the sorority that is the best fit for you and not pay attention to which is the most "exclusive" - join because you want to be true friends with the women in the sorority, not because of what they will do or not do for your social status.

thank yall so much for responding!!! i really appreciate it! :) I am soo excited about rush!! :)

SMU is really great. They have a great greek row. And I have never heard anything bad about any of the chapters there. I think they are pretty much all strong groups. Good Luck!!

SMU Greek Life

SMU has a wonderful Greek Website...

ETA: I noticed this statement on the website: Do I need recommendations to go through Panhellenic recruitment?

It is the chapter's responsibility to secure a recommendation for each woman who decides to go through recruitment. If you would like to secure your own, please send all recommendations or letter directly to the chapter houses.

PLEASE... PLEASE... IGNORE IT!!!! BE PREPARED... Gather your own recs... ask your school teachers, mother's friends, friend's mothers, sunday school teachers, your dance coach, the nurse at your doctor's office, your doctor, etc... Register with the Panhellenic of your hometown (NOW)!!!! Recruitment at SMU starts at the end of the fall semester.. Open house is in November? and invitational rounds start in Jan! Do not be fooled by the PC answer you get on the Greek website!

If you need help with recs (which are important!!!!) feel free to PM a member of GreekChat in the organization you need a rec for. While we may not personally write you one, we will be able to find someone in your area who can. :)

YAY! An SMU rush...Im at the University of North Texas, just up the road. Im also a Pi Phi. I have tons of friends that go to SMU..they have such a great greek system there! Im so excited for a Texas rush...especially one that will happen after I'm an active!