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I currently have a daughter in a greek organization at Auburn. Personally, I have never talked to any mother who stayed during the full week of rush, not to say it doesn't happen. Most mother's help with move in then leave the girls to fend for themselves. In my opinion, I don't really understand how the mothers could help during the week. The Pi Chis are great at guiding the girls through recruitment and mothers would not be allowed at rush events. If moms want to provide emotional support, this can be done over the phone if needed.
Families are however, invited to participate in bid day activities. Most sororities have a reception for family members after bids are given out. These festivites usually last only a couple of hours and the new members are then whisked away to participate in activities with their new pledge class.
Personally, my DD would have been horrified had I opted to stay the week of rush. Being on her own, she made new friends and bounced her questions off of room mates, her Pi Chi and friends in her rush group. Isn't that how it should be? The best thing mothers can do for their girls is be sure they are prepared for the emotional realities of recruitment and encourage them to have an open mind.
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