Hi violets :-)
My rush was in 1987. I went all the way to bid distribution. I got a bid, but from a sorority I didn't feel I could get along with, so I decided not to accept. The way I look at it now, the time just wasn't right for me--sometimes you just have to look at the cosmic big-picture to make sense of things.
You're right, I am very fond of Boston U, and would like to see the Greek system there continue to grow. IMHO, it will take a LOT of good behaviour and gentle persuasion to restore the system to what it once was. Administration is only one issue--the urban campus, the political climate, etc, all pose huge challenges. But like I said, if they can survive under the current conditions, I have no doubt they will succeed.
I have been looking at the other rush threads and getting some good ideas, as well as learning from others' issues. If my quest for alum initiation is successful, I hope to have the chance to help others in the area as well.
Adrienne
