VTMom

Originally Posted by VTMom

The Va. Tech Panhellenic information said that "some chapters may review letters of reference from alumnae members recommending a Potential New Member. However, a letter of reference is not required. A leter of reference does not guarantee a place in a sorority, nor is it necessary for acceptance." So I guess it is one less thing to have to worry about. But, if she did have them, would it help her with some of these sororities? And, what is a "GLO"? (I feel like I need a special dictionary to read some of this!) Thank you for your help!!

GLO = Greek Letter Organization.

Having a recommendation is a great way for her to be introduced to the sorority before Recruitment even begins. So even if they're not required, it's still pretty good to have.

[WVU alpha phi]

I know a couple people who are Greek at Virginia Tech. I don't think a rec is necessary, but it never hurts just to give a little heads up to your daughter! My chapter usually receives a couple recs a year (not a big thing here at WVU) and our Rush Chair always gets excited and reads them outloud to us. Bottom line, I don't think a rec at VT is necessary, but it's a good introduction for your daughter.

PS, from what I hear, Alpha Phi has an amazing chapter at Virginia Tech!

[VeniceIsSinking]

Go Hokies! I have a lot of friends at Virginia Tech and many are involved in the NPC sororities. They all love their sororities and the greek program there is fabulous. I asked some of my friends about what rush is like there for you and they said it's very competitive but all of the girls absolutely love it! They will have lots of fun events planned for the girls that will keep them busy! I strongly suggest you have your daughter read some of the threads available on this forum about rush- they will help her immensely to stand out above the rest.

Just wait 'til you go to those Hokies football games- it will be an incredible experience!

Originally Posted by WVU alpha phi

PS, from what I hear, Alpha Phi has an amazing chapter at Virginia Tech!

I didn't think shameless plugs were being allowed again.

[WVU alpha phi]

Originally Posted by OTW

I didn't think shameless plugs were being allowed again.

Definitely wasn't pushing her daughter towards my sorority, just mentioning that I'd heard through friends I know who go there/have visited that it's pretty great. I know girls from home in other sororities at Tech, too, sorry I didn't feel the need to spout off every single one that I knew somebody in.

[LPIDelta]

Originally Posted by WVU alpha phi

PS, from what I hear, Alpha Phi has an amazing chapter at Virginia Tech!

It better be amazing for the $816 for first semester dues!

[WVU alpha phi]

Originally Posted by Heather17

It better be amazing for the $816 for first semester dues!

Wow yeah that is pretty costly, our first semester dues are usually $600-700. Do most of the sororities at VT has first semester dues that pricey?

[VTMom]

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[Buttonz]

Originally Posted by WVU alpha phi

Wow yeah that is pretty costly, our first semester dues are usually $600-700. Do most of the sororities at VT has first semester dues that pricey?

I took a quick look at them earlier, APhi is the most expensive but most of the mare in the $600-$700 range...which to me is still very pricey!

My NM dues were around $325 and we were the most expensive on campus

[GeekyPenguin]

Once again, it all depends on what you're getting for the dues - that could include meals, all parties/swaps/formals/banquets, favors and shirts from all those parties/swaps/formals/banquets, your pin, etc.

[WVU alpha phi]

Originally Posted by GeekyPenguin

Once again, it all depends on what you're getting for the dues - that could include meals, all parties/swaps/formals/banquets, favors and shirts from all those parties/swaps/formals/banquets, your pin, etc.

Agreed. We have one of the more expensive first semester dues on campus, but they also cover 3 date parties, one semi formal, one formal (including bus transportation), rush t-shirts, and a lot of other things that most sororities ask their girls to pay for outside of dues. My freshman year it used to be "we're having a party with Pike on Thursday, everyone pitch in $3", so I like it much better this way.

[Drolefille]

And sometimes the chapter with the most expensive first semester dues has the cheapest dues for the rest of your active membership. SK was like that on my campus. We were 6-7 maybe for the first semester but my junior and senior years dues were only 300 a semester.

[VTMom]

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[LPIDelta]

I am certainly not saying that the costs are not worth it--the group cited was the most costly for first semester and the average dues per semester for actives was also among the highest. VTMom--you are right to ask questions, and, as others have indicated, the dues may include all kinds of "extras". This eliminates the need to pay for things as you go, which can be very helpful when trying to stay on a budget. Also, many organizations offer payment plans so that is something to consider. All the dues were listed on the VT Panhellenic (NPC) website.... someone provided the link earlier.

Best of luck to you and your daughter. There were some great recruitment story threads last year....from BamaDad DZ and TexasMom (I think that's right). Read and enjoy!

[MSKKG]

Generally, the 1st semester dues for new members are the highest because of all those one-time fees like their badges. KKG does not assess, so whatever the dues are that are listed would be the bottom line. Of course, optionals like T-shirts and pictures are not included.