[Alumiyum]

Chapters are individual groups, keep that in mind. But recruitment is similar to a job interview in that you present yourself in the best possible light and hope that is what the employer (or in this case, chapter) is looking for. I would hazard a guess that in some cases looks matter more than in others. But being well groomed, well spoken, and pleasant are probably more important than just being pretty. These chapters only have a few days to pick new sisters...and the PNM's only have a few days to pick their future chapter. So by nature it's a little shallow on both sides. It's like dating...you date to find out who you fit best with, and a relationship follows. When you first start dating someone it isn't because they know the inner you, it's because something about you caught their eye and sparked their interest. Both sisters and PNM's have to make judgments quickly without REALLY knowing each other.

Put it this way, when you apply for a "grown-up" job, is it possible that someone slightly less qualified will get hired because they look a certain way and you don't. Yeah, it's possible. But it's more likely that if you have a good resume, fit in at the company, dress appropriately and remain pleasant you'll be the one that gets the job.