[LOVEinZTA]

Sorry, not trying to be rude but

REALITY CHECK PEOPLE

College is a lot more then Greek life, I hope we all acknowledge that. She was offered a once in a lifetime INTERNSHIP at the EU, it's not like the head of the local school board asked her to come work for a semester or something (though I am in NO way discounting that position).

Shouldn't the chapter support her in the awesome opportunity she has? What happened to scholastics coming first? Isn't a sorority supposed to help you realize your dreams and your true potential? Personally I like to feel that my organization is supportive and looking out for me and wanting me to excel in every aspect of my life instead of just being a social/party network.

I know I'm not a ChiO, but I have heard the symphony, and just remember to "place scholarship before social obligations and character before appearances." You have an amazing opportunity before you, and yes, it's not fair that you'd have to wait to be initiated (though I do agree with whoever suggested looking at being able to fly back?), but I know my chapter always talks about 'living the creed' and I can't imagine a more perfect example. You will still have time to bond with the girls once you come back, maybe you can even try to send them a weekly letter or something to keep them posted on the internship and how Europe is. Your connection to your sisters is as strong as you make it.

Sorry, had to get that out!