I have two cousins that while in undergrad, pledged a particular sorority. They went through the "Pledge" process. The sad fact is neither of them is active to this day. The reason being and we have had this conversation on many occassions is that in hindsight they felt like the being "made" process they went through was excessive and unncessary.
They are so turned off by their sorority that the mere mention of being active turns them off. In the long run how did that process help them or the organization. It didn't! Now you have two individuals as well as many others who don't even want to have anything to do with their organization.
The whole purpose for me to join a sorority was one to help through volunteering and other aspects of community service. Secondly it was to enjoy a sisterhood, with like minded women who all bring something unique to the table and to our organization.
Like one poster stated its not as easy as people think to go through MIP. There is no skating in as some may think.
As for the young lady that posted this thread initially. Consider what are your real motives for wanting to become a member of that particular sisterhood. make sure they are correct, if not you might want to re-evaluate even attempting to membership of that Sorority. Thats just my .22 cents !
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