08-09 recruitment

[justabostongirl]

I can't believe no one asked her. The first thing out of my mouth would have been like "Oh Brownlee? Two of our founders had the last name Brownlee."

[luvgoldens24]

Originally Posted by justabostongirl

I can't believe no one asked her. The first thing out of my mouth would have been like "Oh Brownlee? Two of our founders had the last name Brownlee."

Oh I know. It would have been pretty cool. But we'll get over it. I do have another daughter who's currently a sophomore in high school. If she decides to rush, I'll be better prepared.

[breathesgelatin]

Originally Posted by justabostongirl

I can't believe no one asked her. The first thing out of my mouth would have been like "Oh Brownlee? Two of our founders had the last name Brownlee."

It's a bit surprising to me too, but it's not a totally rare name or anything.

And with connections like that, they probably assumed she would have had a legacy introduction if she were actually descended from the two founders.

It's really too, too bad, that you didn't get recommendations and letters. At first I didn't understand that she was actually related to the Brownlee family - although I assume she must be descended from a brother or something, if your last name is Brownlee (and not Hutchinson or Kilgore..???).

That said, it might not have made any difference. I think your daughter should really focus on being happy where she is! She may turn out to love her new house, and I hope she does!!!

[angelove]

Maybe it's early and I haven't had enough coffee, but I'm still not seeing it in any of luvgoldens responses - what exactly is the relationship between the daughter and the Brownlee founders? (Not asking whether she's like a great neice thrice removed or anything specific like that, but I haven't gotten anywhere other than a same last name.)

On one hand, I think it would be really cool to have a member in the chapter who was descended from a founder. OTOH, if she's not a good fit with that particular chapter, it could be miserable for everyone involved. It's the same as with any legacy.

Luvgoldens, I hope your daughter is doing well!