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This could potentially be a plus for you. When you register for rush with UF, make sure you note you are a legacy through your grandfather on the form. I assume they ask for that data as is done at other schools where I am more familiar with the rush process.

Strong southern chapters of some fraternities are very different from the northern chapters- in fact I think this exists to some degree in most organizations which have a strong presence in both the North and South. It is largely reflective of cultural differences at large, not necessarily anything resulting specifically from fraternity members.

I just say that to be realistic and let you know this could help- but don't count on it to make things happen on its own. When I was an active, we once had a guy come through formal rush who made no attempt to do summer rush or anything and just assumed that because his Dad was from one of our small chapters up north that he would be a shoe in for us. He was never invited back. I'm not saying you're "that guy"- just offering the advice to let it be known you are a legacy, but don't assume it will make or break the deal.

That said, if you keep on making discreet inquiries and getting results as you have been- it certainly can only help you that you are legacy. It will be one more plus in an overall solid package.