[irishpipes]

Let me preface by saying I am not a Phi Mu or an Alpha Chi, and I don't speak for them in any way. Colonies are tough, because the colonizing members have not mutually chosen themselves. The national organization/colony team has chosen them. So, developing chemistry and sisterhood is paramount and challenging. I think 400 young ladies might resemble a mob rather than a sisterhood. And remember they aren't living together this first year, so that makes bonding tough too. These women need extra guidance and attention because they have no actives in their chapter to teach them how to operate. Of course they have advisers, but those women aren't around 24/7. I think logistically that would be too large of a colony to successfully manage. I'm sure both groups have a target membership in mind that will maximize the experience of the members and provide a stable foundation for their futures on campus.