Little Chapter, Big Recruitment: Spring 2009

[KSUViolet06]

Originally Posted by silverpearls

Additionally, today a girl we loved accepted a bid from us. She left the room but came back 15 minutes later with a Minerva sister who was crying and obviously upset (keep in mind we are in Strict Silence at this point). The Minerva proceeded to scream at the Greek Life director and tell him something went wrong and the PNM should have gone to Minerva, which wasn't true... and because of it, the girl changed her mind and declined her bid from Venus. Basically, Minerva stole one of our PNMs completely illegally even though they can't even give her a bid for a whole year. Obviously it's a huge infraction and they will be punished, but it cost us a New Member and it really, really makes me mad.

Wow.

This is the definition of being un-Panhellenic.

Keep your head up.

If it makes you feel any better, this girl can't just run and pledge Minerva tomorrow. She accepted your bid.

[micky80]

I totally agree about chapters having the ability to change. At the university I went to, one of the lower tier houses 25 years ago now is considered the No. 1 house. Some of the reputations of the top houses have changed considerably. All it takes is a couple of good pledge classes, and it sounds like you got one. It was very interesting hearing a story from the other side of the table. Thanks for sharing, and congrats!

[silverpearls]

Sorry I haven't posted in a few days! I've actually come down with a nasty cold, which is so frustrating - all I want to do is go hang out with our New Members! They all seem to be doing well and having fun. A few who were hesitant about joining at first (since we were not their first choice) seem to have come around. The sisters have been amazing at welcoming the new girls, taking them to do things and really making them feel at home with their new sisters.

We have a New Member event tonight, so here's hoping everybody has a good time! A few girls who weren't able to come to Bid Day will be there, so it'll be exciting to meet them! Tomorrow will be Formal Pinning and Big/Little reveal, so that's very exciting. I'm hoping to get another Little!

I'll keep you updated as to how everything goes. COB starts Monday! We're really hoping to make quota, which is only 14 more New Members... I really think we can do it! We're inviting about 50 girls to COB but it's hard to tell how many will show up. If we do make quota it will be the first time ever for our chapter...

[CougarGrad]

Aaaand the excitement continues! You be sure you get some rest between events, young lady! *stern look*