2007 UGA Recruitment

Katmandu · #1 08-14-2007, 01:53 PM

Not feeling well, wheezing, lack of sleep, cat-tivating roommate, emotions on edge...not the best scenario for an 18 year old to make wise decisions, is it? Recruitment can be brutal, even under the best of circumstances, so it's no wonder they just want the decisions to be over!

But I think your instincts are correct, Mom. Unless she would be miserable in any house but that ONE, then she should MAXIMIZE her options and return to every house, rank every chapter she visits, particularly this early in the game. If after prefs, she knows she would rather not be greek than to pledge a certain house, that's different. Even then, it's a tough decision to make on campuses that lean toward freshmen for NMs and don't do much informal recruiting because everyone makes quota/total.

cuteASAbug · #2 08-14-2007, 01:55 PM

Totally not related to recruitment, but I have to ask this- is her roommate even allowed to have cats in the dorm?

NUBlue&Blue · #3 08-14-2007, 01:57 PM

It's probably not the actual cat, but all her stuff has cat dander on it.

Katmandu · #4 08-14-2007, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by cuteASAbug

Totally not related to recruitment, but I have to ask this- is her roommate even allowed to have cats in the dorm?

The kitty in question wouldn't necessarily have to be present to be potent. Cat hair on clothing, luggage, backpacks, etc. would still carry dander for several years.

33girl · #5 08-14-2007, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by cuteASAbug

Totally not related to recruitment, but I have to ask this- is her roommate even allowed to have cats in the dorm?

That's exactly what I was wondering!

Add another to everyone saying that suiciding is a terrible idea.

AlphaFrog · #6 08-14-2007, 02:18 PM

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Add another to everyone saying that suiciding is a terrible idea.

Yep. Unless you'd rather run headfirst into a brick wall than accept another sorority, you probably shouldn't suicide.

BSCAXO · #7 08-14-2007, 02:20 PM

I too agree that suiciding is NOT a good idea unless your daughter feels that the remaining choices are totally and completely wretched. Which is probably not the case. I can't verify UGA's rules, but she could always go through with several options and if her bid card is something she doesn't like, don't sign it assuming she keeps getting several invites. Suiciding is not a smart idea if you can help it.

I'll be glad to answer other Rho Chi type questions if you need me to.....

NUBlue&Blue · #8 08-14-2007, 02:21 PM

Plus, she got the maximum number of invites, so I don't understand why you would think about suiciding at this point in the game anyway. There's time to see how it plays out before you have to decide.

It's probably nerves, the heat and cat hair.

UGAMOM01 · #9 08-14-2007, 05:06 PM

First, let me say it's good to read the concerns that parents have for their daughter(s) during this week of Rush at UGA. Your comments are both encouraging and informative.

My daughter called today after getting her schedule; she was invited to 6 houses -- a combination of her top 6 and of the bottom 7-12 list. She was surprised at a couple of the cuts, but she was happy to be going back to those on her list too. I'm sure tonight's call will be interesting.

With the heat in the 99-100 degree range, it is not only stressful but also extremely tiresome. Not a great combination.

Like UGADad and others, we have been encouraging her to get lots of rest and drink lots of water.

UGA RUSH is Extremely competitive! I would recommend the local Panhel council to be brutely honest with parents and prospective recruits about to expect for Rush, from A-Z! Not with the intent to discourage but to insure understanding. No surprises or regrets.

I think these young ladies are extremely bright and intelligent; given the good, bad and ugly of what Rush is and can be, might allow for some of these girls to decide in advance whether the process is worth it to them or not.

The emotional stress from being rejected, as my daughter's roommate is experiencing is overwhelming. Having her self confidence blown out the door before school starts doesn't make a Momma or Dad feel too good either.

Oh... in response to one sorority being on probation. That is true. I believe they are limited to the number of recruits that they can bring in and are prohibited from having socials (the details may not be completely accurate with respect to what is allowed or not allowed). There are probably more restrictions, but I question whether or not this should be information that the recruits have.

Good luck to all the girls!

cluelessUGAmom · #10 08-14-2007, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by UGAMOM01

First, let me say it's good to read the concerns that parents have for their daughter(s) during this week of Rush at UGA. Your comments are both encouraging and informative.

My daughter called today after getting her schedule; she was invited to 6 houses -- a combination of her top 6 and of the bottom 7-12 list. She was surprised at a couple of the cuts, but she was happy to be going back to those on her list too. I'm sure tonight's call will be interesting.

With the heat in the 99-100 degree range, it is not only stressful but also extremely tiresome. Not a great combination.

Like UGADad and others, we have been encouraging her to get lots of rest and drink lots of water.

UGA RUSH is Extremely competitive! I would recommend the local Panhel council to be brutely honest with parents and prospective recruits about to expect for Rush, from A-Z! Not with the intent to discourage but to insure understanding. No surprises or regrets.

I think these young ladies are extremely bright and intelligent; given the good, bad and ugly of what Rush is and can be, might allow for some of these girls to decide in advance whether the process is worth it to them or not.

The emotional stress from being rejected, as my daughter's roommate is experiencing is overwhelming. Having her self confidence blown out the door before school starts doesn't make a Momma or Dad feel too good either.

Oh... in response to one sorority being on probation. That is true. I believe they are limited to the number of recruits that they can bring in and are prohibited from having socials (the details may not be completely accurate with respect to what is allowed or not allowed). There are probably more restrictions, but I question whether or not this should be information that the recruits have.

Good luck to all the girls!

I would certainly vote for this to be known to the recruits! I haven't heard anything about it but again it is information that they should be allowed to factor into their decision -- at least by the prefs round!

UGADad · #11 08-14-2007, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by cluelessUGAmom

I would certainly vote for this to be known to the recruits! I haven't heard anything about it but again it is information that they should be allowed to factor into their decision -- at least by the prefs round!

I agree. UGADaughter's mom told her that if the answer is important to her, she should call the Greek Office and ask. I would hope they would tell her the truth. If those are the sanctions -- a more limited pledge class and social restrictions -- it seems like very relevant information for a prospective member to have. UGADaughter talked to her mom after doing her rankings today. She said it was very difficult for her but that she knows she has been very lucky so far. Its a little ironic that, with all she is hearing about the cuts, she said she is worried about hurting the feelings of some of the actives with whom she feels she has developed a bond.

I think we'll ALL be glad when this is over.

AlphaFrog · #12 08-14-2007, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by UGAMOM01

There are probably more restrictions, but I question whether or not this should be information that the recruits have.

I would personally be pissed if I got recruited into a group on Social Pro without knowing it...at least those rushing should be informed and be able to make the decision as to whether that particular house is worth it.

UGAMOM01 · #13 08-14-2007, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by AlphaFrog

I would personally be pissed if I got recruited into a group on Social Pro without knowing it...at least those rushing should be informed and be able to make the decision as to whether that particular house is worth it.

I'm with you! My daughter was told earlier this summer about this particular sorority and their situation. I will say that she really liked the girls and might would have continued putting them on her list but didn't due to the circumstances.

I also think that might be why their dues were less than the others.

MVisKD · #14 08-14-2007, 02:21 PM

You should encourage your daughter NOT to suicide...the few times I saw it happen in rush, it did not turn out in the PNM's favor. I was a Rho Chi during my jr. year at Alabama and saw many heartbroken girls come Bid Day. Remind your daughter that she is going through recruitment for a reason and to try to maximize her possibilities. Sure, rush is stressful, but it has such a great outcome!! She will not regret going through the process and pledging the house of her choice!