08-09 recruitment

[luvgoldens24]

If she becomes Miss America she won't have time for a sorority! Her best friend is Miss Teen Arizona, does that help? I talked to her last night and she saw the new pledges, she didn't think they weren't picked for their beauty. And being a Brownlee didn't get her a spot either. She just thought the girls were really fun and nice, plus as she put it, "They all had hair like mine!" As only an 18 year old would see it!

[33girl]

I was just using Miss America as an example of a very large accolade that would draw attention to her - not as a comment on looks (hers or anyone's).

I don't know what a "Brownlee" is, unless it's your last name and you like own lots of things and stuff.

[luvgoldens24]

I don't know what a "Brownlee" is, unless it's your last name and you like own lots of things and stuff.[/quote]

Emma Brownlee Kilgore
1848-1925
A true leader and Pi Beta Phi's first president. The coat of arms of Pi Beta Phi is derived from those of the Brownlee family.

Also her little sister Clara was one of the first members. I do have too much stuff, at least that's what my grouchy old husband says.

[33girl]

O I C. I didn't realize this was the Pi Phi forum, LOL.

[angelove]

Is your daughter actually descended from Emma Brownlee Kilgore or Clara Brownlee Hutchinson? It sounds like your daughter had her hopes set on Pi Phi from childhood because of some family connection to two of the founders. If that's the case, I would think family members would have known to do a legacy introduction (and would certainly have known about recommendations). Not that it is by any means a sure shot at getting a bid.

[luvgoldens24]

Obviously it's my husband's family and I should have gotten letters. But I didn't know I was suppose to. I feel responsible,. I did a lot of research although on the wrong things. I do know some alumni also who adore my daughter who I could have gotten letters from. But I just didn't know. I'm sure it will be okay. We're just obviously disappointed. I've been collecting wine colored ribbon and angels for years! She still has a sorority that wants her. So hopefully she will start feeling more like she could fit in here.