Good morning, and BEAR DOWN (AZ plays Duke in the Sweet Sixteen, I have no fingernails left from the Texas game last weekend). (Where's AZ-Alpha Xi this morning? and AXOrushadvisor, who also has knowledge of UofA?)
Britt, do a search here on sorority recruitment - there's an incredibly detailed thread on GC that will tell you just about everything you need to know to prepare.
http://www.greekchat.com/gcforums/sh...ad.php?t=54403
That's an excellent starting point. There were a few PNMs last year who went through at UofA and posted here on GC. Search for threads on Arizona recruitment as well.
As for recommendations, as Titchou explained, start asking around, at school, church, volunteer activities, work, and so on. Be sure you've got a polished, detailed resume and photos ready. Be prepared to interview and present your very best self to any sorority woman who is willing to write you a recommendation. Recommendations are going to get you noticed in a competitive recruitment, even though you will be told that they are not needed. You want to maximize your chances.
If you're in a remote area of AZ, you're not going to have access to an area Panhellenic. In that case, I would suggest contacting either the Tucson or Phoenix area Alumnae Panhellenic Associations. AZ-Alpha Xi, what do you think she should do?
Approximately 1200 young women have registered for recruitment for the past couple of years. Recruitment is competitive. The quota has been 71, then 72 the past two years, I believe. If your GPA isn't stellar, and your activities aren't outstanding, you can expect far fewer invitations after the first round (Open House). I am telling you right now, there is NO BAD CHAPTER at the UofA. As an advisor, I've been fortunate to interact with actives and alumnae from all the chapters; you can color me impressed. It's a healthy Greek system and I strongly advise you to keep an open mind and follow your heart. You will find a home if you do so.
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