Rush...superficial? - Page 2

RussianChick · #1 06-13-2010, 07:12 PM

I am sure that there are similar threads on almost every topic but even though that is so let the new ones be. There will always be repeats; if you find them annoying then simply do not reply and move on to something that interests you more. There is no need to always point out the fact that similar post exist. Of course they do, this is not a new site.

RussianChick · #2 06-13-2010, 07:21 PM

There is no need to be rude.

Alumiyum · #3 06-13-2010, 07:27 PM

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There is no need to be rude.

You're right, there's not.

On the other hand the thread KSUViolet found is very informative...hopefully you found this thread and the one that's been linked helpful.

KSUViolet06 · #4 06-13-2010, 07:24 PM

Your question is not unique, hence being pointed to a similar thread.

A new thread is not necessary for every PNM's situaton.

The subject of appearances and rush is the same now as it was when that that thread was started (2008 or 2009).

RussianChick · #5 06-13-2010, 07:27 PM

Many things are not original, there are a lot of repeats in everything. But oh well.. we are getting away from the topic so lets just move on.

KSUViolet06 · #6 06-13-2010, 07:30 PM

How much will I be judged on appearances?

Focusing on looks?

So as you can see this has been discussed quite a bit.

RussianChick · #7 06-13-2010, 07:35 PM

The link was actually interesting to read but I am not wondering how much I will be judged on my looks, I am wondering where people get the idea that rush and Greek members in general are superficial. I am wondering because every person who I have met who was part of something was never mean or rude to me or made me think that I was being judged on how I look.

Psi U MC Vito · #8 06-13-2010, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by RussianChick

The link was actually interesting to read but I am not wondering how much I will be judged on my looks, I am wondering where people get the idea that rush and Greek members in general are superficial. I am wondering because every person who I have met who was part of something was never mean or rude to me or made me think that I was being judged on how I look.

Honestly these kind of rumors you would generally speaking only hear from the non-Greek. Who knows how they are started or perpetuated.

AOII Angel · #9 06-13-2010, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by RussianChick

The link was actually interesting to read but I am not wondering how much I will be judged on my looks, I am wondering where people get the idea that rush and Greek members in general are superficial. I am wondering because every person who I have met who was part of something was never mean or rude to me or made me think that I was being judged on how I look.

Because everyone stereotypes everyone else. It's human nature. Why are cheerleaders in high school called stuck-up b*tches? Why are football players called dumb jocks? Why are all smart people called nerds? It's always been that way, and the people who aren't morons know that you can't lump everyone in a little box with a label on it. Yes, there are some Greeks who are pretty superficial, but there are thousands of Greeks throughout the US and Canada, so to call them all superficial is beyond ridiculous. If that doesn't answer your questions, you are just spoiling for a fight.

gee_ess · #10 06-15-2010, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by RussianChick

The link was actually interesting to read but I am not wondering how much I will be judged on my looks, I am wondering where people get the idea that rush and Greek members in general are superficial. I am wondering because every person who I have met who was part of something was never mean or rude to me or made me think that I was being judged on how I look.

People are getting the idea that Greek members are superficial through an exploitation of stereotypes...just like the stereotype that all Russians drink vodka 24/7. I do not, for one minute believe that is true, but there it is.

Where did it start? Why? Who knows. Just like all stereotypes and prejudice, you must not let that influence your opinion. If your experience has been positive, then focus on being a person who spreads the truth and not the prejudice.

Also, IMO, anytime there is a competitiion for something (job interviews, club membership, invitation to join a society) those who did not get chosen tend to insult and belittle those who did. That is where I think a large part of this stereotype came from.

AZTheta · #11 06-16-2010, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by RussianChick

I am sure that there are similar threads on almost every topic but even though that is so let the new ones be. There will always be repeats; if you find them annoying then simply do not reply and move on to something that interests you more. There is no need to always point out the fact that similar post exist. Of course they do, this is not a new site.

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Originally Posted by RussianChick

There is no need to be rude.

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Originally Posted by RussianChick

Many things are not original, there are a lot of repeats in everything. But oh well.. we are getting away from the topic so lets just move on.

QFP, just because...

I am very familiar with the University of Arizona recruitment process (as are two other posters on GC). Grades are Very Important and there is a healthy competition for incoming PNMs with stellar GPAs. All the houses want to be first in scholarship. Yes, appearance is important. And there is a strong preference for freshmen, although it is not unheard of for sophomores and the occasional junior to receive bids. Typically those bids go to women who are already known by the chapters. The age discrepancy b/w this PNM and the typical PNMs is significant and may negatively impact her invitations, especially in the early rounds when heavy cuts are made, due to RFM.