Choosing an Alum/Glad Chapter

[AKA_Monet]

Originally Posted by GradAlum

I am purposely being vague. I am a frequent lurker and infrequent poster here on GC. I started a new account so I would not give out my organization's info. In case you haven't guessed by now, it is a part of the NPHC. I have already spoken to members of my own sorority as well as other NPHC members in person, but decided to get additional input. Since a search did not reveal any threads on the topic, I decided to start one. There are numerous threads on how to choose the "right" sorority for you, but none that I could find on how to choose the "right" chapter.
So, you are a sorority member who graduates, relocates, etc and now there is more than one chapter in the area you can join. How do you make your decision?

I think the NPC may handle their alumnae groups a bit differently, but I am open to all comments.

Generally, you are invited to attend an event, then a meeting. You can write a letter to the chapter and/or the chapter president for that invitation.

These protocols could be in your organization's internal documents.

If you feel you have synergy with the chapter and the members, then you can make that decision when you get to that bridge.

Cost is a factor--not just dues, but also travel time, ability to make all the meetings--committee and chapter meetings and your desire to increase your knowledge and extend your understanding about your organization.

[tld221]

Originally Posted by AKA_Monet

Cost is a factor--not just dues, but also travel time, ability to make all the meetings--committee and chapter meetings and your desire to increase your knowledge and extend your understanding about your organization.

Living in an area of multiple grad chapters, I can attest to that. I currently live and hour (plus) from where my chapter meets/serves. Do I live in closer proximity to other chapters? Yes, but I'm comfortable where I am.

Anyway, I don't drive (anymore), and as it gets colder, distance can definitely be a deterrent in being active. It shouldn't, if you are really about your membership, but understanding that life can get in the way, I make the effort to be there. Not just meetings, but for service and other events.

P.s. Like AKAMonet mentioned, you should check with your org's protocol as to what restrictions exist over your grad affiliation. your HQ may require you to join based on your residency. Who knows best but you.

[GradAlum]

Originally Posted by tld221

Living in an area of multiple grad chapters, I can attest to that. I currently live and hour (plus) from where my chapter meets/serves. Do I live in closer proximity to other chapters? Yes, but I'm comfortable where I am.

Did you visit the other chapters that were closer to you? Or was the original chapter such a good fit you decided it was worth the travel?