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Old 11-07-2003, 01:22 AM
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Originally posted by PhiFriend
But the thing about returning to your orignal school where you pledged and NOT reaffiliating is kind of an odd situation. I don't know how that would be looked at...but your concern that your sisters might not be welcoming of that decision is understandable in a way because they could see it as you deliberately choosing NOT to be a part of this with them. And, if you care about these girls and your sorority, why wouldn't you want to affiliate again? If you dont want them to take it personally, I think it would be a good idea to sit down with your close friends in the chapter and share with them how you feel--that you value them and their friendship and don't want this decision to hurt them. There may be others who feel resentment, though...because you are not paying dues but may expect to still be an alum when you all graduate. It's a tough situation....
Well, it all depends on the situation. My roomie dropped out of school due to poor grades. Her parents blamed it on her sorority involvement (which was somewhat true, but she also hated her major, which was also a factor). She came back a year & 1/2 later and she explained that her parents had laid down the law - she had to get good grades and focus on academics. This included no longer being an active sister. Everyone understood and no one was hurt or upset. She was still welcome to attend whatever events she could.
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