When I started a local , this was befor there were any members and wrote letters to @ 8 Nationals and was turned down by all. I recruited men who were not happy with the on campus Fraternitys, wanted to build something of their own, or were black balled from those same Fraternitys. We had no help from the school and were going up against a small national at the same time. With the help of All of the Fraternitys we were chosen as the one to come on campus!
We had visits by 2 nationals and chose LXA and were colonized at the end of the school year. Almost unheard of but felt very lucky in the fact!
It is very hard work and the rewards are many! Go for it! If you have only one, it may be easier for you as there are men who who will be interested in joining and working hard to get it going!
Good LUCK and let us know. If you will e-m maybe I can give you some help!
hoyotomas@aol.com