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Originally Posted by Katmandu

RaggedyAnn, I think this is a very, very valid point. It is a natural human tendency to distance oneself from something or someone you know you will be leaving soon. It's a protective device. Most sorority programming is geared towards the entry, very little is geared toward leaving/transitioning to a different type of involvement. The same with society.... we are much better at beginnings than we are at leave-takings.

Chapters might take a look at how they help seniors transition and what programming is available. As Benzgirl says, the needs are different, and speakers/alums who present about resumes, job interviewing, grad school applications, what to look for in job offers/benefits, etc. might be well received.

Also, do the actives make it known publically how much they are indebted to the seniors for leadership, legacies, traditions? Does the chapter have "senior spotlights", pass-down ceremonies, senior roasts or awards where all are honored?

It's a great issue to raise for chapters to consider.

I agree that programing is often geared towards the entry aspect of the sorority experience. Since my chapter was founded with a number of seniors and juniors, we wanted to have some way to recognize a large number of graduating seniors. The chapter developed a special ceremony that was very meaningful and special to each graduate.