2007 UGA Recruitment

[hollywin]

You would think from being a UGA soority alum I would know this..please someone explain "snap"

[dgdramadawg]

Originally Posted by hollywin

You would think from being a UGA soority alum I would know this..please someone explain "snap"

A sorority that does not make quota can "snap" bid girls the morning of bid day. These can be girls who mismatched or girls who were released earlier in the process. The girls who are "snapped" join the pledge class on bid day night as though they got their bids with everyone else, as opposed to getting a COB later in the semester. Chapters can also "snap" to total if they are under total.

Example: If quota is 52 and your chapter only gets 50, you can call a few girls on the morning of bid day to "snap" your pledge class up to quota.

[melongirl]

Originally Posted by hollywin

You would think from being a UGA soority alum I would know this..please someone explain "snap"

You are not eligible for "snap" if you 1) suicided or 2) dropped out.

That's when the term switches to COB. That the easiest way I can describe it.

"Snap" is allowed when a house has 1) dropped you, but you stayed in, 2) house has reached quota but you are snapped up as a Quota Addition 3) there was a mismatch in your placement, but you still qualify for a placement as snap with a house.

[WarEagle07]

I just wanted to pass on some info that may be helpful as the UGA girls receive their bids. On Monday, bids were distributed at Auburn. Amidst all of the cheers there were some tears from girls who did not receive their first or second choice. With a little encouragement from their moms, two girls that I know of went ahead and accepted their bids. They were really not sure if they even wanted to do this since they weren't 'in love' with their sorority. Now, only 3 days later these same two girls are loving their sororities! They have spent time with their pledge class and have gotten to know the whole house much better and they are now happy with their decision. Sadly, one other girl who was released after prefs., received a snap bid from her third choice. After consulting her mom she decided not to accept the offer. The reason? Mom and daughter had their hearts set on one sorority only. Now she feels as if she is missing out on something fun and exciting. The moral of the story: No matter what happens today, please encourage your daughter to give it a chance. Don't make hasty decisions at such an emotional time. Good Luck to all of you!

[UGAMOM01]

Thank you for the advise. I'm sure that this could come in handy as we wait til the 5 o'clock hour to arrive.

Oh..... my D just called as she was headed to class. I was so glad to hear that she slept good and has a good attitude about whatever may come of bid announcements.