Pinoy, "chartering" (becoming a chapter) usually occurs after meeting certain international GLO's Headquarters minimum expectations (sometimes called Standards for Chartering) that include membership numbers, campus involvement, cumulative colony GPA, community service, and various other requirements - the university may also have additional requirements to be met. When you go to the organizational meeting - be sure to ask PLENTY of these questions - the more you know, the better informed decision you can make. Also, from observing a recent colonization of both a fraternity and sorority here locally, don't be discouraged if the number of people who intially show up are low - if you sincerely desire to make the effort - you WILL see results. The first fraternity organization meeting for the new colony only drew 5 people, the colony started three months later with almost 30. The sorority started with a similar small number at the informational meeting, but began the colony with over 50 members. Good luck!
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