Univ. of Southern California Begins Recruitment

gotrojans! · #1 05-18-2008, 01:08 PM

I'm a new Trojan looking forward to rush in the fall! I can't tell you how glad I am that I discovered GC, as I'm not a legacy so I don't know much about the process. I so appreciate all your help, and I'll keep you posted as rush gets closer!

My first question is about recs. My local Panhellenic is supplying me with recs for each house because I won a scholarship from them. However, I also have several aunts and close family friends that have generously offered several times to write my letters. Is two or more recs per chapter going overboard? While I really appreciate the support of my panhellenic, I would feel more comfortable with having people who actually know me write the rec.

Also, how early should I have people send in recs? I have already started preparing "packets" for my rec. writers (with a picture, an activity/awards summary etc.), so should I give those to them now?

Finally, I have a couple friends in various houses at SC. Am I not allowed to talk to them at all, even with general questions, before rush?

Any help would be great! FIGHT ON!

KSUViolet06 · #2 05-18-2008, 01:41 PM

My advice is that if given a choice between a rec writen by an alumnae panhellenic member and someone you know personally, get the rec from someone you know.

KSUViolet06 · #3 05-18-2008, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by gotrojans!

Finally, I have a couple friends in various houses at SC. Am I not allowed to talk to them at all, even with general questions, before rush?

Any help would be great! FIGHT ON!

I am not sure what USC's silence rules are for summer. My suggestion is to email the Greek Life Office or visit the Greek Life website to find info about their guidelines for sorority member/potential member contact.