Chapter Quota vs. Chapter Total

[gatordeltapgh]

Originally Posted by AXOrushadvisor

Correct me if I'm wrong, but doesn't it also take into account the Chapters last 3 years and what they did statistically? We have been using RFM on our campus for several years and the biggest thing I have seen is the Chapters being more alike in size then they used to be. I'm also finding much more well balanced new member classes (although that may not be a function of RFM) The other positive I find from RFM is it seems like a lot more women are place both through the recruitment process and quota additions.

That is exactly why RFM was created and how it should influence a campus over time. Of course the chapters must still work hard to recruit women and PNMs should maximize their options.

I know that there takes some adjustment in thinking but when properly utilized over time RFM will increase the amount of chapters that reach quota and the number of PNMs who receive bids. I am glad to hear your school has been so successful with RFM!

[AXOrushadvisor]

Originally Posted by gatordeltapgh

That is exactly why RFM was created and how it should influence a campus over time. Of course the chapters must still work hard to recruit women and PNMs should maximize their options.

I know that there takes some adjustment in thinking but when properly utilized over time RFM will increase the amount of chapters that reach quota and the number of PNMs who receive bids. I am glad to hear your school has been so successful with RFM!

Yes, but every time they come in with the recommended releases we always have a heart attack and wonder how it will play out. We haven't been disappointed yet, but it makes us question the numbers

[jwright25]

Originally Posted by AXOrushadvisor

Yes, but every time they come in with the recommended releases we always have a heart attack and wonder how it will play out. We haven't been disappointed yet, but it makes us question the numbers

I felt the exact same way at first. I fought it and fought it because I was scared to death of having to release too many PNMs. But then we implemented it, and now after four years of it, the campus I'm referring to is stronger than ever, and ALL the chapters are flourishing instead of just a couple. My chapter still worries about the carry figures sometimes, and I have to explain the background of how numbers are determined, but it always works perfectly and they are always very happy with their new members.

I hope your campus is utilizing Priority ranking and Flex Lists?? (Forgive me if you stated this earlier - I didn't re-read the whole thread.) Flex Lists are a great "safety net" just in case you have an off year and need a few extra PNMs in your parties.

[AXOrushadvisor]

Yep, we use the flex list which we used to have to do by hand. This year we are using a computer program for all the invitational list plus the flex and it is so much easier.