I can definitely see what you all meant by sororities blending together and how important it is to take good notes! In some ways I was a lot more relaxed today, but at the same time, I can see exactly how exhausting this recruitment stuff can be. Still having a TON of fun, though! Tomorrow’s the third and final open house round, and Friday we find out who asked us back for first rounds (up to 14 sororities). Starting to get exciiiiiited!
I was really excited to go to the
first sorority because a good friend is a member there and was actually one of the reasons I got interested in greek life. The party was okay, didn’t feel too much of a connection with the girls I talked to, but I know how much my friend loves her org, so I’m not opposed to giving it another shot.
Sorority two had the coziest suite ever… everyone was commenting about it after we left. Again, I have another good friend in this org that really pushed me to rush. Of all the conversations I had today, these girls were some of the funniest, most down-to-earth people I talked to. Definitely interested in going back!
The
third sorority was WONDERFUL! I only got to talk to one girl the whole time, which I hope doesn’t hurt me with cuts, but she was SO real and easy to talk to, we could’ve gone on all night. When they flicked the lights to signal the end of the party, we were both surprised how fast the time went. This group also had a pretty cool door chant… which, though it’s nothing to base a decision on, really confirmed my thoughts that these girls are unique.
The
fourth sorority’s party was so-so… I felt more like I was rushing the sisters I talked to than they were rushing me! They were all nice and a really diverse bunch, but I’m not sure I could see myself fitting in there. Being a sophomore, I’ve been able to hang out with quite a few of the girls in this group before recruitment, and based on those times as well, I’m not sure that I can really see myself as a member (but no hard feelings
).
I was a little nervous going to
number five because I was aquainted with a lot of the girls there and wasn’t sure if things would be awkward or easier because of that. Much to my relief, it turned out to be the latter and a really fun time! I had a lot in common with the girls that rushed me and feel pretty good about this place.
Sorority six was a lot of fun; again, I knew one of the members here from another club and ended up having great conversation with her and a few of her sisters. My favorite groups so far have been the ones that cheer and scream during their videos and show a ton of spirit, and this group was one of them. I’m just so enthusiastic about joining and being a part of a strong sisterhood that it makes me happy to see members of an org screaming that they love their big/little when her picture pops up on the screen, or clapping ridiculously loud when pictures of homecoming or THON come up. I’m a sucker for passionate people
Annnnnd last but not least was
sorority seven. I didn’t really click with anyone here, but like last night, it was the last party and I was totally drained from walking all over campus and telling people what my major is and where I live a million times. Like number six, these girls were clapping and cheering for their whole video and seemed to really love each other, so I’m not totally discounting them yet.
It was definitely cool knowing so many people in the sororities I visited today, but at the same time, it’s kind of making it hard to figure out whether or not it’s the right organization for me. But I have faith