Quick Question - Time Conflict

[rlg327]

Originally Posted by Lady Pi

When a sorority invites you to Preference night, they are saying that they could see you as a new member of their organization and they like you and want you. In the same way, if you do not attend a Pref party that you were invited to, you are saying that you couldn't see yourself as a member of their organization and don't really like them. Preference Rounds are the most important, without a doubt. They are also very beautiful, and sometimes emotional ceremonies that can play a big part in your decision on which sorority to join. You wouldn't want to miss it and it could really affect your chances on receiving a bid.

Changing around your entire semester schedule just for one night seems kind of crazy though, couldn't you just skip that one night of that class?

I'm not sure, it would literally be my first day of classes at college, so I don't want to make a bad first impression (although I hear there are a lot of absences during the first week due to drop/add). I was thinking about switching out of that class anyway though because it runs so late. I really don't want to jeopardize my chances after hearing that Preference is the most important night and is very moving. Thank you for your post, it really cleared things up for me.

[Alumiyum]

Originally Posted by rlg327

I'm not sure, it would literally be my first day of classes at college, so I don't want to make a bad first impression (although I hear there are a lot of absences during the first week due to drop/add). I was thinking about switching out of that class anyway though because it runs so late. I really don't want to jeopardize my chances after hearing that Preference is the most important night and is very moving. Thank you for your post, it really cleared things up for me.

The easiest thing to do is to get in contact with the Greek Adviser on your campus. If you don't know how to do this, start with Student Life and ask for them. Tell them your problem, who the professor is, and which class it is. They'll be the best source for advise on what to do.

Otherwise...


Some teachers are not Greek friendly, but if it were me, I would send the teacher an email saying that I cannot make it to the first class but that I will be prepared for the next one. It's likely that even if he/she is irked that you missed class for recruitment, your making a sincere attempt to attend all other classes, appearing interested, and doing all assignments will show them you are a serious student.

But try very hard to make it to Pref. It's a very important night and usually when you'll learn the most about each chapter's sisterhood. I think it will hurt your chances if you miss a Pref party. Class should come first from here on out, but you need to make it to Pref.