Mike,
DANGER!!!!!!!!
"Even if you do pledge and then decide this group is not for you, you can depledge and then pledge another fraternity........"
Not always. My chapter would not touch anyone who has pledged another chapter. No ifs, and, or but about it. Granted, it would differ at every chapter. Just be aware that your choices may be limited if you were to make the wrong decision and want to try again.
Now for my rush speech. There are a few “life sayings” that are true when it comes to selecting a Fraternity. They are:
You usually get what you pay for.
Just like computer code, shit in - shit out.
If it were easy, everyone would do it.
Do not ever be afraid of buying the very best, you will always be happy with it.
You need to find out the personalities of each fraternity that you consider. If they will let you, look at their photo albums. Make a note of the things that they do that you are into. Get to know the fraternities before rush starts. Once rush begins most are putting on a show and competing with the other chapters. You will get the truest picture by waiting a semester, but if you can’t then get on it early. You will find fraternities range from little more than a club too the really intense. You need to be honest with yourself about where you fit into this scale. If you are a middle of the road guy, then you will be miserable at either end of the spectrum. I am certainly far right on the scale, so that is where my knowledge and perspective is from. In my Chapter Brotherhood is a life altering event. It becomes part of your soul. If you pick the right fraternity, it will be the best decision that you will make in your lifetime.
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