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Seconding (thirding?) a lot of what's said here. There is nothing wrong with smaller consequences, especially as mandated by your National org but that's not enough. Academic success if a very personal thing and many people aren't aware of what they need to do different. They need to have ownership for their success. I'd suggest more along the lines of sitting down with them and evaluating their need for a plan. If it's a study issue, help them set goals and maybe identify resources on campus they need to utilize (writing centers, academic success, tutor). If it's a personal issue help them navigate that by referring to counseling and if it's confusion about major send them to their adviser. Too often it's treated as "you need to get off academic probation because the sorority said so" as opposed to "we need to help you figure out how you can maintain these standards because these will help you succeed in life"
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