[DubaiSis]

Untag yourself on EVERYTHING except you in your most pristine loveliness. The age-old guideline is anything you wouldn't want your Grandmother to see you don't want your potential new sisters to see. Reality is NOT the key here.

I understand you didn't think too much of the learn to talk to strangers thing, but it is far more important than anything else listed above (although it's all good). Many of the conversations you will be having will be in the range of 2-5 MINUTES and will determine whether or not you gain lifelong membership to these organizations. How do you introduce yourself, give your full resume, say something entertaining and not sound like a motormouth, all in 2-5 minutes, in a room full of 50 women all doing the same thing at a decibel level that has to be lived to be believed? To do this well takes practice.

Definitely talk to your friend's sister and any others who are familiar with your school. Understanding the process will help you not freak out when the chaos starts. But don't don't don't assume that you are a shoo in anywhere, and don't let anyone tell you about the bad/ugly/fat/boring/slutty sororities. These are typically gross exaggerations and oftentimes patently untrue, and listening to it will affect your own opinions and could limit the chapters you will allow yourself to consider.

Good luck!