[Zillini]

Thank you ladies. Yes, when someone just says "transfer" there is no way of knowing if they're transferring from a University across the state or across the country. Plus I was making a general Upperclassmen PNM statement.

OP, first off I am not trying to be discouraging merely honest and realistic. Second, while Bama has a separate Upperclassmen Quota, that also means there are separate limits on the number of Upperclassmen PNMs a Chapter can invite back each round.

Being a transfer student from 2,000 miles away will add more competitive pressure to the equation. You will be competing with Upperclassmen PNMs who have been on campus already. They spent a year + going to class with sorority actives, being in clubs/orgs with them, working out together at the Rec center, etc., basically getting to know and become friends with them. You will need to be that much more impressive both in person and on paper. It's easier to go with someone you know and like already rather than taking a chance on an unknown unless there is a compelling reason. It's nothing personal, just human nature.

Now there are some things you can try. If possible attend Panhellenic Preview Weekend March 27. (Something I suggest every PNM attend regardless of class.) Info is available on the Greek Life website. However due to your location, the travel cost and time needed, that may not be feasible. Another thing would be to investigate Facebook. There are various student groups. If I'm not mistaken there was one for PNMs who planned on going through Recruitment this past year. I suspect a similar one either is set up or will be.

Finally, if you have alumnae Rec writers already lined up ask if they would reach out to the Chapters' Recruitment chairs. While Recs typically aren't sent in until late spring or summer, an email giving a head's up about a spectacular upcoming PNM gets you on their radar.