Beginning my AI adventure!

[AEPhiSierra]

Originally posted by AXiD670
Another option you might want to consider is initiation as a graduate student. I know that Alpha Xi does that...it's possible that other groups may do so as well. It's just a thought!

How exactly does that work and do you know if its very common? I would think if they join through a collegiate chapter it would be violating NPC rules. Just curious.

[Celestia*Shine]

Hi! I've been wondering about the same question. In another thread under "greek life" in the general forums, another poster had this question and had many replies, check it out.
http://greekchat.com/gcforums/showth...threadid=42304

Unfortunatly, I don't have to worry about that because my university doesn't have greek organizations because its a catholic institution I wish there were though!

[Celestia*Shine]

HI! As most of you know, I am currently pursuing the Alumnae Initiation process. I have many questions that have I have encountered throughout my search and have compiled a partial list here ( I hope that I didn't leave any out, but I'm sure that I have). Answer one or all or none!
Any opinions would be wonderful! These are intended to be a brainstorm of ideas that I have been pondering throughout my process,and I definately do not intend to offend anyone. Let me know if I should add any more! Any reply would be wonderful--thanks again

?'s for PNAM's:
1.) How did you find out about the AI process?

2.) WHat was your motivation to pursue Alumnae Initiation with a greek letter organization? Why were you unable to join as an collegiate ( if that was a factor)?

3.) During your search, what were a few of the most important aspects that you were looking for in an organization? Why did certain organizations stand out more than others?

4.) When first contacting an organization, which approach(s) did you use ( i.e. email, phone, word of mouth, ect.) and how did you introduce yourself or your inquiry about AI?

5.) Do you think that the organizations that you have been in contact with responded to you in a positive manner?

6.) How have your family, friends, co-workers responded to the process of AI? Are they supportive, or do they shun the idea?

7.) What is your overall opinion of the process of AI? What would you change? What are some of the positive aspects? Negative Aspects? Do you have any advice for organizations to improve their program?

8.) How has the process of AI impacted your life?

9.) Ultimately, what do you expect to gain from the experience of AI? What do you expect to contribute to your organization?

10.) What are some important attributes that you have that would contribute to your organization of choice? How would you make a significant impact on the service that your organizatoin supports?

[Tom Earp]

As you and I talked via PM, I did not know that you have posted Previously.

I think that you can find the supprot that you Need Right Here!

If you would like to post questions on the Alum Thread, do, but please keep the AI to this thread!

You will get plenty of advice from others who have gone through it and will give you support.

There are more here that know about AI than anyother Thread.

[Celestia*Shine]

Hey Everyone!

Today, I'm 24! Where does the time go? It feels like I just graduated from college yesterday! Time goes so quickly after you turn 21, its really crazy! I'm spending the day working, which isnt' too bad because I usually really enjoy Saturdays at my job ( I work with Kids). I love birthdays! Just thought I would share!

[Jill1228]

[tinydancer]

Happy Birthday! Have a great day!

[navane]

Woo woo! Happy Birthday!!!!




PNAM,


.....Kelly

[LPIDelta]

C*S--
Welcome to the AI process! I wish you the best of luck in finding your home.

You mentioned in one of your posts that some of the groups didn't have local alumnae chapters or even collegiate chapters near you and you wondered how you would get involved without those groups near by. I would like to offer that there are many ways to get involved and be a part of a national sorority beyond local alumnae associations or chapters. When I joined Delta Phi Epsilon I immediately became an international volunteer working with all the chapters in a particular region. I have since taken on other positions in the organization overseeing teams of people who serve our chapters as volunteers.

I recently moved to an area of the country where we have one chapter, a new colony and now a new group that will colonize in the Spring. There is no alumnae association but I have gotten in touch with other DPhiEs from my area. I will advise the chapter beginning in the Spring and I am working with the interest group during their colony process. I also am involved with the local alumnae panhellenic. As you can see--I am VERY involved in my organization without an alumnae association nearby. I do have intentions of starting one before I leave though--

Again, I wish you the best of luck on your search. If you really want to find a group with a local alumnae association nearby, it might help to determine which of the organizations are concentrated in the NE and start there. And belated Happy Birthday!!!

Heather

[Tom Earp]

Heather, thank you for you post!

This is an insight that can be of help to a lot of PNAIM.

As iam sure you have noticed, there a heck of alot Alms on GC. We are here for the same reason:

We Love Our Greek Organizations and what the Greek Organizations were able to make and let us do!

[Celestia*Shine]

Thank you all for your well wishes! They are greatly appreciated. During the holidays, things were a little crazy with me. My grandmother (who I adore) was diagnosed with Colon Cancer, and within 2 weeks of the diagnosis had surgury to remove the tumor (which was this past Wednesday , Jan. 7th). I also started a new job working with Autistic children. So, needless to say that I unfortunately haven't been "on the ball" so to speak with my search. With things settling down a little, I am definatley planning on starting where I left off in December. How exciting reading all of the posts from the other PNAM's and I now want to continue my search full force! Hope everyone had a nice holiday!

[adduncan]

Originally posted by Celestia*Shine
Thank you all for your well wishes! They are greatly appreciated. During the holidays, things were a little crazy with me. My grandmother (who I adore) was diagnosed with Colon Cancer, and within 2 weeks of the diagnosis had surgury to remove the tumor (which was this past Wednesday , Jan. 7th). I also started a new job working with Autistic children. So, needless to say that I unfortunately haven't been "on the ball" so to speak with my search. With things settling down a little, I am definatley planning on starting where I left off in December. How exciting reading all of the posts from the other PNAM's and I now want to continue my search full force! Hope everyone had a nice holiday!

Drama happens at the WORST times! I understand how you feel. I had family issues and illness coming out my ears at the end of the first leg of my AI search. It's life, it happens. You get things under control as you're able and then keep on truckin'.

I've gotten my second wind as well and it's time for my search to resume. Don't worry, you're still par for the course.

Adrienne

[Jill1228]

Just checking up on you!