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As an IU alum who went through this painful process years ago and did not receive a bid, my heart goes out to all the girls today who are incredibly disappointed. But it does not define you! After my rejection I can still say I had a great IU experience with both girls in and out of houses. I know that may not help you today, but it will get better. Now fast forward to 2014 IU rush and now my daughter is going through it. I have dreaded this day ever since she decided to attend IU. I was very open with my story and tried to prepare her for utter disappointment. As moms know its better to handle our own disappointment than our children's. She kept an open mind and knew it would take mostly "luck" to get a bid. We have had cuts accompanied with lots of tears, but she is a better person from the experience. She still has some options but we know it is not over yet. I would encourage any girl that really wants to be in a house to pursue the new colony option….and do not dismiss any sorority because it doesn't have a house. Any chapter is as good as the girls in it….and each and every chapter has some great members. And don't forget all those great fellow students that are not part of the greek system. For all those girls feeling completely rejected today, cry, eat chocolate, cry some more and then move on. Life at IU is a lot more than Greek Life!
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