Auburn Greek Life

[rsbchris]

I'm a senior in High School looking at Auburn for one of my top choices. I know that I want to be a part of Greek life; but, to be honest I don't know that much about it (other than the stereotypical stuff). I'm the oldest sibling in my family and most of my upperclassmen friends went to either UGA or Alabama. I've only visited Auburn once for the tour. I loved it, and it felt like home.

I want a fraternity that can have fun and party. I know this seems a little arrogant and naive, but I figure that school is for my academics and my fraternity is for my social life. Even now in high school I have friends that I will consider brothers for the rest of my life, and even if I can't continue that with them I would still like to be a part of it somewhere else.


Somethings that would be awesome if you could mention..

What will give me the best advantages against other pledges?
-Again, I know this sounds naive, but that really is what I am: I already dress in the stereotypical Polo, Sperry, Brooks Brothers, and other nice brands. I drive a G37s for my first car, play golf... I mean, a top fraternity would turn down anyone how doesn't really have money and that's something I have so I'm more than happy to flash it to get some glances...

What is the best fraternity in terms of partying?
-Yup. Nough' said.

What are the frat's values other than partying and having fun?

What is Rush like and how is the hazing (I'm prepared, so...).

Other things you can think of that are important.

Ok, after reading this you might think that I'm an elitist douche bag who wants to buy a place in the social ranks...I'm not. I just want something that is fit for ME and I am fit for IT. I'm not a douche bag, I think I'm pretty nice and give most everyone a fair chance to get on my good side. Also, I'm not dumb, so that can't hurt.

Thanks ahead of time...

[AZTheta]

Originally Posted by rsbchris

I'm a senior in High School looking at Auburn for one of my top choices. I know that I want to be a part of Greek life; but, to be honest I don't know that much about it (other than the stereotypical stuff). I'm the oldest sibling in my family and most of my upperclassmen friends went to either UGA or Alabama. I've only visited Auburn once for the tour. I loved it, and it felt like home.

I want a fraternity that can have fun and party. I know this seems a little arrogant and naive, but I figure that school is for my academics and my fraternity is for my social life. Even now in high school I have friends that I will consider brothers for the rest of my life, and even if I can't continue that with them I would still like to be a part of it somewhere else.


Somethings that would be awesome if you could mention..

What will give me the best advantages against other pledges?
-Again, I know this sounds naive, but that really is what I am: I already dress in the stereotypical Polo, Sperry, Brooks Brothers, and other nice brands. I drive a G37s for my first car, play golf... I mean, a top fraternity would turn down anyone how doesn't really have money and that's something I have so I'm more than happy to flash it to get some glances...

What is the best fraternity in terms of partying?
-Yup. Nough' said.

What are the frat's values other than partying and having fun?

What is Rush like and how is the hazing (I'm prepared, so...).

Other things you can think of that are important.

Ok, after reading this you might think that I'm an elitist douche bag who wants to buy a place in the social ranks...I'm not. I just want something that is fit for ME and I am fit for IT. I'm not a douche bag, I think I'm pretty nice and give most everyone a fair chance to get on my good side.

Thanks ahead of time...

qfp...

[knight_shadow]

I didn't go to Auburn and I didn't join the type of fraternity that you seem to be looking for, but I did want to comment on this:

Originally Posted by rsbchris

What are the frat's values other than partying and having fun?

Different fraternities have different values, so there is no one answer for this. You can easily find that information on each organization's national website, though.

I'm sure others will chime in with more information.

[thetalady]

Originally Posted by rsbchris

I want a fraternity that can have fun and party. I know this seems a little arrogant and naive, but I figure that school is for my academics and my fraternity is for my social life. Even now in high school I have friends that I will consider brothers for the rest of my life, and even if I can't continue that with them I would still like to be a part of it somewhere else.


Somethings that would be awesome if you could mention..

What will give me the best advantages against other pledges?
-Again, I know this sounds naive, but that really is what I am: I already dress in the stereotypical Polo, Sperry, Brooks Brothers, and other nice brands. I drive a G37s for my first car, play golf... I mean, a top fraternity would turn down anyone how doesn't really have money and that's something I have so I'm more than happy to flash it to get some glances...

What is the best fraternity in terms of partying?
-Yup. Nough' said.

What are the frat's values other than partying and having fun?

What is Rush like and how is the hazing (I'm prepared, so...).

Other things you can think of that are important.

Ok, after reading this you might think that I'm an elitist douche bag who wants to buy a place in the social ranks...I'm not. I just want something that is fit for ME and I am fit for IT. I'm not a douche bag, I think I'm pretty nice and give most everyone a fair chance to get on my good side. Also, I'm not dumb, so that can't hurt.

Thanks ahead of time...

Every fraternity will be different, have different values and degrees of partying vs. academics. Fraternities are not all generic groups.

I would like to advise you of a couple of things... bless your heart, you definitely come off as an arrogant, superficial, silver-spoon-in-your-mouth little prick in your post Don't act like that in person.

You give people a fair chance to get on YOUR good side? Well, isn't that gracious of you. A little humility will go a long way once you hit college.

Second, STOP calling it a "frat". That is a perjorative term likely to offend many fraternity brothers.

And for God's sake, don't ask about hazing. It makes you sound like an idiot. NO ONE is going to tell you that they haze, what they do or how they do it. Find a group of men that you respect & get to know them well enough that this won't be an issue.

[33girl]

Originally Posted by thetalady

I would like to advise you of a couple of things... bless your heart, you definitely come off as an arrogant, superficial, silver-spoon-in-your-mouth little prick in your post

"Bless your heart" and "prick" in the same sentence. Well played, thetalady, well played.

[exlurker]

Originally Posted by 33girl

"Bless your heart" and "prick" in the same sentence. Well played, thetalady, well played.

Oh yes.

[Daddy Fratstar]

Having watched this process twice, at Auburn, my best advice is to start now reaching out to your contacts (usually older guys from your high school, any friends/family, etc.) to tell them you are interested in rushing. You can send in your name to the IFC website during the spring and you will get contacted by additional fraternities. Cast a wide net. Ultimately, you're going to spend a lot of weekends next summer going to rush events. Don't accept the first bid you get - but when you know, don't wait around and look like you're trying to "do better." At Auburn, your best chance at a bid is to get one in the summer, not at formal rush in the early fall, although YMMV.

Your decision factors are candidly immature. And history shows nearly every time rushees make their decision based on the decision factors recited in your email, that they are inactive/dropped out/disappointed by the time graduation rolls around. There is only one factor that matters: whether you see yourself becoming close friends with majority of the chapter. And then hope you're right about it. In a related matter, evaluate the other rushees - some will be with you for 4 years.

In rush, no one really cares about the "stuff" you mention. Sure, to some extent, its just the price of admission. You can't show up in cargo jorts in many places and expect to make the bidlist. The rush chairmen will be looking at you to see if they like you. Be good natured, fun and funny (without forcing it). You want them to say "he's a great guy." From there its pure Dale Carnegie in making people like you. Get actives to talk about themselves; ask interesting questions; remember names; act like you're comfortable in the environment. Frankly, from your question, it sounds like you might need to be reminded: don't brag about yourself, no one cares about your high school sports and partying exploits, don't bring up money or your family; don't hit on actives' girlfriends; don't talk about other fraternities; don't be "THAT guy" (the guy who threw up from drinking, the guy who got into a fight, the guy who eschewed silverware at dinner.....)

All of this conduct also applies if you're on campus while you're still in high school. I know a great kid that could never get any attention during rush from a particular fraternity based on his behavior at their fraternity party while still in high school. Think no one will remember? Think again. Actually, these visits can work to your advantage if you can make the right (non-DB) impression.

Fraternity rush has no real rules and is something of a free-for-all: you might go to one rush event or four before you get a bid, or you might never; when you get a bid, there is a lot of pressure to accept it on the spot; even if you accept a bid, its not unheard of for rushees to change their mind; and even if you accept a bid and later show your ass, don't be surprised for the bid to be withdrawn.

Fraternity rush is very different from sorority rush, but one thing that GC-ers have pointed out about sorority rush is also true about fraternities: its only partially your choice; the organizations have a very good idea about whether and where you will fit in. Just because you think you are a first round draft choice doesn't mean you are.

[carnation]

^^^ Very, very good.

[wareagle93]

Advice: Don't pay attention to the notion of "top tier" Fraternities or look at websites like Greek Rank. I'm a Freshman and I've met guys from almost every Fraternity on campus, and from what I've seen and the people that I've met, you really can't go wrong with any of them. I know, you may think we are "supposed to say that," but it's really the truth.

I went into recruitment with an open mind and I like where I ended up. The rest of my pledge class and the older brothers in the Fraternity are all class acts. You will end up where you fit in the best with the others.

Also, don't get caught up in with the whole "I heard Fraternity X parties harder than Fraternity Y, and Fraternity A gets hotter girls than Fraternity B" talk. I'd suggest visiting the websites of the Fraternities. It wouldn't hurt to at least look into what they, as an organization, stand for, as well as their philanthropy efforts.

Good luck!