Just failed my new member exam- need some encouragement - Page 7

#91 11-03-2009, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Barbie's_Rush

Yeah, it only took them four recruitments to figure out that they should give you a bid. Awesome for you. Good luck with your do over.

Actually only twice. They weren't the colony that I went through Colonization recruitment with, nor did I COB with them.

Have some hot cocoa- maybe it'll help your mood

Kappamd · #92 11-03-2009, 08:24 PM

Perhaps you should be studying for your retake instead of posting idiotic responses to people who undoubtedly managed to satisfy their initiation requirements on the FIRST try.

Senusret I · #93 11-03-2009, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Kappamd

Perhaps you should be studying for your retake instead of posting idiotic responses to people who undoubtedly managed to satisfy their initiation requirements on the FIRST try.

FTMFingW

Barbie's_Rush · #94 11-03-2009, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Kappamd

Perhaps you should be studying for your retake instead of posting idiotic responses to people who undoubtedly managed to satisfy their initiation requirements on the FIRST try.

I think I love you.

The OP is sloppy fourths no matter how she wants to position it.

#95 11-03-2009, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Kappamd

Perhaps you should be studying for your retake instead of posting idiotic responses to people who undoubtedly managed to satisfy their initiation requirements on the FIRST try.

Ok seriously. Last post on this topic from my end.

What part of I had a fever of 103* and could barely spell my own name when I took the exam the first time do people not understand.

I woke up this morning (fever free) went over my entire study guide again, and knew everything down to punctuation.

But thanks for your concern

Senusret I · #96 11-03-2009, 08:39 PM

*honey....she's not concerned, I think that's the whole point*

AGDee · #97 11-03-2009, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Benzgirl

Why do I not remember taking an exam? Ok, so it was over 25 years ago.

Sisters, feel free to chime in. Was there a test?

Back in our day, sister, it was an oral quiz.. Oral Pledge Ceremony aka Fireside. We chose three questions from a bowl and answered them with the whole chapter looking on. These days, it's a written test that has to be passed (but not 100% like some orgs.. I think it's 80, but it might be 85). It is a national exam, cannot deviate from it, administered by an advisor. New members can retake it as often as necessary and it's usually given two weeks prior to Initiation so there is plenty of time. I think that's less nerve wracking than the oral one of our day!

I think the "no tests" policies are to avoid the hard nose "quizzing" of new members in inappropriate situations with hazing oriented consequences that used to happen in the old days. Like.. making someone do a shot when they get one wrong, asking insanely detailed questions like some absent senior member's dog's name, etc.

There was some discussion about getting rid of our exam with our new Alpha Experience program, but it was decided to continue it for now. Since we are moving to more of a "continuing education" through the years idea rather than a "learn everything when you're a new member and forget it by the time you're a senior" idea, it could make sense to do away with it, or to add exams each year on the material that should be learned that year. We'll see what the future brings

Barbie's_Rush · #98 11-03-2009, 08:41 PM

I think it's an amazing leap for medical science when someone can be diagnosed with pneumonia and swine flu yesterday and ready to re-take their new member test today. Alert the NIH.

Kappamd · #99 11-03-2009, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Senusret I

*honey....she's not concerned, I think that's the whole point*

Ding ding ding. We have a winner.

If you were THAT sick, then you should have kept your sorry ass in bed.

FSUZeta · #**100** 11-03-2009, 08:48 PM

we used to be quizzed during dinners when guests were not present, but actives-initiated sisters-could be quizzed too. believe me, if you were asked a question that you did not know the answer to, you definately knew it the next time around.

we had to learn the greek alphabet as well as the greek letters & we had to be able to identify the badges of each fraternity and sorority on campus(there were 18 sororities at the time can't remember how many fraternities there were). in addition, we had to know the names of all the fraternities and sororities on campus and to be able to recognize them written with their greek letters and know their colors and mascots/symbols.

we also had to learn the hometowns and majors of the initiated sisters. good times, good times.

AlphaFrog · #**101** 11-03-2009, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by stargazertechie

Ok seriously. Last post on this topic from my end.

What part of I had a fever of 103* and could barely spell my own name when I took the exam the first time do people not understand.

I woke up this morning (fever free) went over my entire study guide again, and knew everything down to punctuation.

But thanks for your concern

<3 the irony in this post.

PeppyGPhiB · #**102** 11-03-2009, 09:39 PM

We have a new member exam, but it must be open book. Closed book is considered hazing.

SWTXBelle · #**103** 11-03-2009, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by PeppyGPhiB

We have a new member exam, but it must be open book. Closed book is considered hazing.

Really? Wow. I took a closed book exam, but as has been noted, we had weekly exams leading up to it - pretty straight-forward stuff for college students.

bostongreek · #**104** 11-03-2009, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by stargazertechie

It's not just 4 years, its for life. Obviously my sisters felt this way, or I would not have gotten a bid. My chapter has a very involved alumnae group, and I plan keeping close ties with the chapter as I have permanently relocated to my college town.

It's only for life if you pass the test and get initiated. Just saying.

MysticCat · #**105** 11-03-2009, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by stargazertechie

My retest is tonight at 8! Wish me luck.

Good luck!

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Originally Posted by ellebud

So....do any of you know how to say the Greek alphabet TWICE with a match burning upside down?

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Originally Posted by Psi U MC Vito

I did something similar. For us it was three times as we rotated the match. Oh and brothers held the match while the pledges recited the alphabet.

Wimps. I could do it 5 times.

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Originally Posted by ree-Xi

My record is 6 times with the match lit right side up. I've never done it upside down. Ouch!

I was going to say you beat me -- but I did it with the match upside down. But like with Vito, a brother was holding it. Added pressure, you know.

Risk Managment Disclaimer: This was a long time ago.