Going through recruitment as a sophomore- nervous & need advice!

[texasgirl519]

Hi, everyone!

I have officially registered to go through formal sorority recruitment in the fall, and I could not be more excited! However, I am a little nervous about whether or not going in as a sophomore could hurt my chances of getting a bid. So, I'm trying to do everything I can do ensure that I get a bid from whichever chapter I end up liking.

Firstly, do you think rushing as a sophomore could hurt my chances of getting a bid? Greek life isn't a huge part of my school. In fact, only about 5% of the student body is Greek. Additionally, I was very active in several clubs around campus during my freshman year, so I'm thinking this might make up for the fact that I didn't rush my first year. What do you all think?

Secondly, how do you go about getting recommendations? My school doesn't require them, but like I said... I want to do everything I can to maximize my chances of getting a bid. Do you have to personally know someone who was in a sorority to get a recommendation? How does that all work?

Lastly, I've found a dress that I LOVE and I think would be okay for pref night, but I want some additional input. I plan to dress it up with a nice pair of heels and a few, simple bracelets. Thoughts?

Thanks in advance to anyone who replies!