Should I Colonize Or Wait 'til Next Fall...

[pinksequins]

This is not USC (South Carolina - no Theta chapter) but probably a reinstatement of a chapter following a suspension or like period. That said, colonies provide the best opportunity not only for older new members (regardless of class standing) but also for "learning the ropes". OP, colonies are advised by carefully selected young alumnae (typically out of college a year or two) who spend the better part of the first year with a chapter because all colony members are learning the ropes. This helps ensure the success of the colony as well as a positive experience for the colony members. If you are shy, the individual interview process for colony membership also may work better for you. Lastly, legacy status is not assurance of selection by the legacy group.

[BlueCarnation]

OP, my grandmother and all her sisters were Thetas, and my grandparents met at a Sigma Chi/Theta mixer in college. I KNEW I was going to be a Theta when I went to college (I knew nothing else about sororities except Theta). You know what? I was cut by Theta. Just because your grandmother was a Theta doesn't mean you're going to be a Theta.

This is nothing against Theta--I have many friends who are Thetas, it is a fantastic organization that any young woman would be lucky to be a part of, and I actually have a soft spot in my heart for it because my grandmother was in it --but my point is: Just because you're a legacy to a sorority,it does NOT mean you will automatically be selected by that sorority. I went in with that mindset and it almost cost me a chance of being in any sorority.

I agree with others that your age may work against you. I know that is hard to hear. But I suggest giving Pi Phi a chance, and if you don't like it, try formal recruitment. Good luck!