Standing out as a Sophomore

[Barbie's_Rush]

Originally Posted by MysticCat

Here's how. Though it appears that technically, she hasn't been accepted to vet school; she's been accepted into an undergraduate program that in turn, upon completion of undergraduate requirements, guarantees admission to the vet school.

Should I mention to the OP that she's already said enough that just about any sorority member from Mizzou reading this thread will be able to tell exactly who she is come recruitment time, so discretion is key?

So she hasn't been accepted to vet school and her statement was hyperbole.

It's important for a pnm to stick to the facts in recruitment and not exaggerate her accomplishments.

[AOII Angel]

Originally Posted by Barbie's_Rush

So she hasn't been accepted to vet school and her statement was hyperbole.

It's important for a pnm to stick to the facts in recruitment and not exaggerate her accomplishments.

She very well may be stating the truth. These program used to be very common in Medical schools (called 6 year programs.) Because it states that admission is guaranteed once you are admitted to the undergraduate program, as long as you complete that program, she technically has been accepted to vet school. Since she has a 3.8 GPA, she'll likely finish her undergraduate work and go on to the vet school program.

For med schools that accepted students directly out of HS, they did two years of college and went directly to medical school regardless of their collegiate performance. These programs were eventually phased out because students were not felt to be mature enough to treat patients after just 6 years of school.

[KSUViolet06]

To be fair, my state currently still has a quite compeittive 6 year med program (BSMD) between a med school and like 5 state schools.

However, if you met someone who was in it, they wouldn't say they were already in med school or accepted into med school. They'd just say "I'm a freshman in the BSMD program." [because you weren't guaranteed to continue to med school if you didn't fulfill the requirements]

[equinerider26]

I guess I should say that I have guaranteed admission into vet school; that would be more accurate.

But other than finding recommendations (which I am currently working heartily on), do you all have any other advice on how to be more appealing to sororities as an older student?

[AOII Angel]

Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

To be fair, my state currently still has a quite compeittive 6 year med program (BSMD) between a med school and like 5 state schools.

However, if you met someone who was in it, they wouldn't say they were already in med school or accepted into med school. They'd just say "I'm a freshman in the BSMD program." [because you weren't guaranteed to continue to med school if you didn't fulfill the requirements]

Interesting. LSU stopped with my class. I know a lot of other schools did too. My husband started med school at 17 without that program and knowing him, I'd say maturity levels vary widely. There must have been some bad experiences along the way to warrant shutting down the programs.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by sydney bristow

. . . but you should edit this because it will be too easy for actives to figure out who you are!

She edited, but her previous post has been quoted numerous times and the details (school, program) have been discussed enough that editing doesn't do much unless we all go back and edit posts.

[Senusret I]

Originally Posted by ellebud

My husband, totally not Greek (and who went through daughter's recruitment clueless) said that one thing that made D stand out was her ability to talk instantiously about anything.

Elle, much respect, but what the eff is instantiously?

[annabella]

Originally Posted by Senusret I

Elle, much respect, but what the eff is instantiously?

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think she types from her phone a lot.

OP, while it's true you are direct-admit to the vet school, you probably don't want to mention that unless you are speaking with someone who has a similar major or is in a similar situation.

I'm guessing you had to take a lot of Ag classes last year—are you friends with any sorority girls from your dorm or high school? Make sure they know NOW that you'll be rushing. Aside from recommendations and GPA (which will mostly just help you with the first round or so of cuts), knowing girls will help you the most. Just don't take it personally if you know several girls in a house you are released from—there hasn't been an upperclass/sophomore quota for the past few years, and as far as I know there won't be this year.

Get your recommendations in order, especially if you are coming from out-of-state.

In the past few years (I'm alumna now, but I've been on all three sides of recruitment at Mizzou—pnm, active, and alum) EVERY house has taken a sophomore. True, some take more than others, but you just have to be even more outstanding compared to the others.

You may be asked why you didn't rush your freshman year. You may be asked if you would be willing to live in the house as a junior or senior (keep in mind most chapters at Mizzou have a 1-2 year live-in requirement, and there may not be room for you to move in right away).

Be wary of Mizzou lurkers on this board. They typically don't post, but are out in full force.

Feel free to PM me if you have any more specific questions.

[kddani]

Originally Posted by equinerider26

(which I am currently working heartily on)

PMing strangers on the internet for help in finding local alumnae is not "working heartily" (particularly without any prior interactions with said stranger, and without giving any indication that you put forth effort on your own to find alumnae)

[sydney bristow]

Originally Posted by MysticCat

She edited, but her previous post has been quoted numerous times and the details (school, program) have been discussed enough that editing doesn't do much unless we all go back and edit posts.

Valid. OP, just read the board. Everything you need to know has been posted many, many, MANY times. Good luck and let us know how it turned out if you want!

[Drolefille]

Originally Posted by kddani

PMing strangers on the internet for help in finding local alumnae is not "working heartily" (particularly without any prior interactions with said stranger, and without giving any indication that you put forth effort on your own to find alumnae)

[AZTheta]

Originally Posted by kddani

PMing strangers on the internet for help in finding local alumnae is not "working heartily" (particularly without any prior interactions with said stranger, and without giving any indication that you put forth effort on your own to find alumnae)

Wince. Truer words were never spoken.

ellebud's advice was dead-on. At this point, I'd work on developing conversation skills that don't include anything about veterinary school or horses.

[equinerider26]

Originally Posted by kddani

PMing strangers on the internet for help in finding local alumnae is not "working heartily" (particularly without any prior interactions with said stranger, and without giving any indication that you put forth effort on your own to find alumnae)

Yes, I did PM a few women who mentioned that they would be willing to help PNMs find local recommendations. I am also talking to friends, parents of friends, co-workers, and family friends as well. I simply figured that I would open as many doors to help with recruitment as possible.

And thank you annabella for your help.

[ellebud]

Instantiously: Kind of equals sound bytes. For instance...What movies did you see this summer?

Uhh, last Wednesday, or maybe Thursday I forget which...I saw the Sex and the City movie.........

Did you like it?

Yeah, it was cute.

or:

Did you see Sex and the City 2?

OMG, after the series and the first movie, didn't know if they could top the fashions (remember, don't set yourself up to say loved it/hated it) but I loved Carrie's outfit (hated Carrie's outfit) in.............Did you see the movie? Didn't you love it?

Be prepared to ask/answer topical, fun questions. But always involve the sister, with her valued opinion, in the conversation.

[ellebud]

Oh, and another thing: Depending on the location of the school (see conversation above) do not give a review of a movie, performer or a cd. You never know if you're insulting the producer's/performer/designer's kid. Happened to my daughter....she kept her mouth shut...but no one insults a family member lightly. (She was the insulted, the other the insultee.) This holds true in all parts of the US where certain industries rule. (i.e. Michigan, "I'd NEVER buy an American car")

....Although I admit to making a really political point when I was going through. It worked out ok for me.