The AJC article closed with this line, " It's a mantra that's repeated over and over during recruitment — that girls should go where they feel comfortable." That is so true, and girls should be open to the idea that Greek life is not the only option for having a group of friends in college. For those who are not chosen, for those who choose not to accept a bid, and for those who never go through rush (why does everything have to be renamed?), remember that there is life outside of Greek.
I graduated from FSU in 1974. Arriving on campus in the fall of 1970 I had high school friends who wanted nothing more than to be accepted by a sorority, some who disdained it altogether, and then there was me. I knew nothing about sororities, so I went along to some rush parties, dressed up in hose and heels in 98 degree heat and 98% humidity. I did not enjoy it, did not feel comfortable, and did not continue. I did not feel sad or rejected, just knew what was best for me. Back then we non Greeks were mostly Freaks, enjoying a laid back hippie style, and we had our own group, the GDI's, or to be polite, Independents.
My group included Greeks and Freaks, undergrads and grads, guys and girls. We played spades on Saturday nights, had cookouts, took road trips to the beach, and developed lasting friendships. No rules, no pecking order, no formals, no dress code, no dues, and we had a blast.
Greek life is great for many, but it's not the only option as there are many student organizations to join that can meet your social needs. The potential for rejection looms large in the Greek recruitment process. If you are rejected, or you choose not to accept, then in the words of the great philosopher, "Don't Worry, Be Happy."
Make new friends and form your own GDI.