[erica812]

The best part of being a chapter founder is that you have the opportunity to create traditions that will be cherished by many "generations" of sisters. For example, we developed families right away, and I can't wait to come back to meet the "Angels" twenty years from now.

In my chapter, we had 10 sisters who are considered "charter members." Nearly all of us were either officers or committee chairs. Also, everyone is a pledge so there is no feeling of intimidation (although I don't really know if that ever exists among intiates and sisters, since this is my only sorority experience).

Yes, being a founder is a lot of work and a lot of pressure. Your success at Rushing and operating a chapter determines the future of your sisterhood. However, the rewards are great. You know that you have come away from your college experience having made change. You bettered your community and yourself.

Erica