Questions on Extenuating Circumstances?

[joliebelle]

Originally Posted by lizzard10

Hi I'm new to this website but I have a couple of questions. And I searched for them but didn't find them. So I might just be very behind on things like this which I guess it's a good reason I'm on here

Okay so first of all how do I show I'm a legacy in a sorority? Do they recognize it if it's my grandmother?

Also what if my gpa doesn't meet their standards but I have extenuating circumstances? I lost one of my parents suddenly my junior year which obviously took a toll on my gpa. I'm not sure how they would handle it and I'm curious if anyone knows. Thanks so much for your help!

When you register for recruitment, it is likely there will be a section for you to note that you are a legacy. Depending on the organization, you may or may not be a "recognized" legacy.

I can only speak for Gamma Phi, but I am fairly certain that you have to meet certain minimum gpa requirements in order to be eligible for a bid. Your campus Panhellenic should be able to provide you with the minimums for the group on your campus.

[FSUZeta]

i am sorry that you lost one of your parents. that certainly would be a hard thing to deal with, especially at your age.(((((hugs)))))

your best hope would be that the alumnae who are writing your recommendations would include a note explaining your loss, and that if effected your hs gpa. however, as joliebelle said, many college panhellenics, as well as the npc sororities themselves, have a minimum gpa that is required. the chapters may require a higher gpa than that.

the alumnae who are members of the same sorority as your grandmother was, should note your relationship on their form or in their letters. even if that sorority does not recognize granddaughters as legacies, it will be neat for them to know your connection.