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I hate to admit it, but some of us in national groups tend to think that it's the only way to go. If you are not ready yet to go national, do not even worry about it. I think you are right to want to get your strength up. Everything your advisor told you is right... those are all things you need to do to succeed. I (personally... this may not apply to all) think that all groups should really be involved in whatever form a Greek Council exists on your campus in order to be successful. Definitely go to those meetings... you will get more respect from the Greek community as a whole that you are trying to be involved with them, and hopefully that will increase your Recruitment numbers (whether you do it on your own or through PHC or whatever group) when other girls see that you get along with and are part of the Greek community.

I won't kid you, it sounds like you have a hard task, and I really feel for you. It's not easy to motivate a group, especially when you think they've all given up. I think you might have to be flat out honest with them... if they're not willing to help, your sorority will die. One person can't run a sorority.

Good luck. I hope everything works out come this fall.