Is it worth it to pledge senior year?

[Scandia]

At our Alpha Phi Omega chapter, we had a problem involving people pledging in their final semester of school. Many feared they did it strictly for the resume.

[33girl]

If you're at a school where the ages of pledges are mixed (i.e. not everyone is a freshman) and you think you'll stay near the area after graduation...go for it!!

Scandia - he's talking about pledging Fall 07 and then being involved Fall 07 and Spring 08. I don't know why anyone would pledge anything their LAST semester of school, or why any group would take them, unless it's an honorary.

[KSigkid]

You're going to have a very difficult time getting a bid at most schools. I wouldn't recommend it unless you are absolutely sure you want to do it, and unless you are prepared for the disappointment of not getting a bid.

[macallan25]

No.

[Hayden Fox]

I'm going to go with no. Pledgeship should be time consuming and you don't need anything else on your plate if you are trying to graduate. Most people will wonder why you didn't pledge before so it will be hard to get a bid. You would only be active for 1 semester, so you probably wouldn't get as much out of it as you put in. My chapter, no offense, wouldn't take you.

[Kevin]

You're going to have a hard time finding folks who'll take you.

Your active experience will be pretty limited. To each his own though. You might be able to make your contribution as an alumnus. We had some seniors in our original colony group. We invited them back to initiate when we got our charter (some of them). Some have made some pretty substantial contributions as alums.

[adpiucf]

You have nothing to lose by checking out fraternity rush. But pledgeship in a fraternity can be time-consuming, which may be a consideration if you are in your final year and looking toward internships, getting that first job or taking MCATs/GREs/LSATs and getting into a grad program. I'd recommend checking out rush for the experience and to see if there is a chapter you feel is a good mutual match for their needs and your interests. Depending on the campus, some fraternities may be less inclined to take seniors, while others are more open.

[Tom Earp]

Originally Posted by KSigkid

You're going to have a very difficult time getting a bid at most schools. I wouldn't recommend it unless you are absolutely sure you want to do it, and unless you are prepared for the disappointment of not getting a bid.

Great point.

The idea for getting younger members is so that they can spend time and help the Chapter grow.

It is not improbable for it to happen, but a lot depends on the school and the Chapters.

You as a newbie would have a very short period of being a working member.

While you may add a lot of stability, it would be very short lived.

If you want to join a GLO so you have it on your resume, then forget it!

[1908Revelations]

Depends on if you are seeking IFC or NPHC. Either way you try for AI.

[SoEnchanting]

Originally Posted by 1908Revelations

Depends on if you are seeking IFC or NPHC. Either way you try for AI.

Maybe I'll be the very unofficial MCGLO rep for this thread?

Can't speak for ALL multicultural orgs, but I pledged as a senior and know other sisters who have done the same. Ours is a lifetime committment, so the bond is just as strong.

I actually think it's a good thing to have had some exposure to Greek life before deciding on such a committment. Good luck!

[Tom Earp]

While harder to be accepted as a Senior, the lfe time commentment can be so true! Being a Grad at the same school, living in the same town or going to school near by could be a plus!

Just check into it! Give it a chance!

You may offer a lot!

[Kodak1911]

I pledged K A Psi during my LAST semester as an undergrad. I graduated a month after I probated. I think it's worth pledging if you are dedicated to it.

There is a reason why I didn't pledge earlier and that was due to financial reasons. However, I didn't let it deter me from doing something I really wanted to do. I really wanted to be a brother in the bond of Kappa Alpha Psi, so I stuck with it.

I was blessed with the opportunity to be picked and go through the process. You have to remember this one thing: a fraternity's ties extend WAY beyond the campus. Therefore, just because you are leaving the chapter you pledged at doesn't mean you can't be a valuable asset to the bond.

[ECUJacob]

Speaking from experience: I pledged the Fall of my senior year and remained active during my Masters courses following graduation. Following the close of my educational ventures, I took on an advisors role and continue to offer my chapter the support they need.

So, I wholeheartedly agree with:

Fraternities are for life, and if you want to take it on, and can find a chapter that will take you on, then DO IT!

[Thetagirl218]

I pledged my sorority as a Senior, but I was also a transfer student and a founding sister of my chapter. However, I have many guy friends who have pledged both as founding and established chapters on my campus. I think it also depends on the enviroment of your campus. But don't let any one discourage you! As someone else said, your college years are only the start of Greek Life!

[1908Revelations]

Originally Posted by Kodak1911

I pledged K A Psi during my LAST semester as an undergrad. I graduated a month after I probated. I think it's worth pledging if you are dedicated to it.

There is a reason why I didn't pledge earlier and that was due to financial reasons. However, I didn't let it deter me from doing something I really wanted to do. I really wanted to be a brother in the bond of Kappa Alpha Psi, so I stuck with it.

I was blessed with the opportunity to be picked and go through the process. You have to remember this one thing: a fraternity's ties extend WAY beyond the campus. Therefore, just because you are leaving the chapter you pledged at doesn't mean you can't be a valuable asset to the bond.

Well said and congrats!