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Originally Posted by Zillini
Contact the UA Greek Life office to sign up for the spring Panhellenic Weekend. It is scheduled this year for the weekend of 4/25-27. This is a time when HS seniors and their parents can visit the campus and get more information about being in a sorority. Most importantly you and your parents can visit each of the sororities to meet some of the members and learn about each particular chapter.
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This is a great idea, and a wonderful opportunity. Here's the link:
http://bama.ua.edu/~greeklif/
Generally, from what I remember, there's a Q/A assembly, and then groups walk around sorority row, visiting each house for 5 or 10 minutes. It's just enough for a quick look at the first floor. I highly encourage doing this, especially for parents who are none too sure about the whole sorority thing. They'll have a chance to ask questions and get familiar with campus layout.
Also, do seek out any alumnae panhellenic functions. Not all alumnae panhellenics are officially registered, so check your newspaper frequently for an announcement of an event. These are great for some one-on-one talk, for questions and for getting to know some of the sorority members - alumnae and collegiate - in your area. These groups usually collect information from you - you'll probably be asked to submit a resume or fill out a form. The information is then distributed to member greek groups for their use in writing recommendations.
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don't be shy about asking questions! Especially ask about how much it costs (which will vary by school), how much time it takes, how important academics are....even down to "which sororities are best."
Good luck!
