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FWIW, my local alumnae chapter was not just for local grads, although the majority of members were form the local collegiate chapter. Most non-local alumnae did not feel welcomed or comfortable. I blithely ignored it, honestly and pressed forward.

When I became an officer, one of my goals was to make sure non-local alumnae felt welcome. End result? 75% of our executive board is non-local, membership is up overall and the local alumnae are grateful that they don't have to shoulder the burden 100% of the time anymore! We've consistenly been awarded Crown Chapter for the past several years, have increased our donations to our Foundation and have even one 'big silver' awards at Convention 2000 and 2002 for our chapters Alumnae Panhellenic activity.

I say visit both alumnae chapters, see where you feel comfortable, join and get involved!