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Originally Posted by DeltaZeta09
Maybe I'm just trying to think of suggestions otehr than meeting people in class or activities. I guess many girls that are somewhat friends with a few non-greeks don't know how to approach the question of going greek. We do informal events like pizza, where its not an EVENT, but we are seeing how likely she is to get involved. It's just hard to see where the line is between she is cool with getting pizza and wants to be our sister.
My question is also partly how to get non-greeks invovled on campus that we don't know at all because PHC really wants us to get girls to sign up for recruitment in general.
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Your question seems to be mainly focused around women who are not particularly interested in Greek life. A lot of these women would (and do, eventually) make excellent sisters, but they also require more work to recruit than those already interested. Don't be afraid to bring up the topic of Greek life, but don't force it down their throats. As other posters have stated, getting to know the women you would like to recruit casually is the first step- invite them to a few meals, one-on-one and then with a few sisters coming along. After she has gotten to know some sisters and you have a better idea of whether or not she'll fit in, invite her to some of your more structured "recruitment" events. Women should know they're being recruited at this point; a surprise bid is a shock and usually a negative experience for both the PNM and the sisters. Of course, there are other women that will show up to COB events without needing to be warmed up- they are interested in Greek life and your chapter. It is very important to recognize and welcome these women because even if you don't end up extending a bid to them, they might bring their friends and help publicize for you, bringing in some women you do want (and maybe even some of those tentative ones). I'm assuming you have a few open COB events- if you don't, consider it. There are usually women out there that are interested in certain chapters but won't bring it up to sisters outright. Open events allow them to come by and get to know you, even if you don't know they're there.
In terms of general Panhellenic interest, I agree with 33girl 100% on the trashing and competition. Many people are turned off to Greek life because of negative stereotypes, and the best way to break these down is to prove (not tell) that they are false. Additionally, pre-recruitment events that feature both the Panhellenic council and all the sororities can help bolster interest. A panel discussion led by the council, all-Greek letter days, a Panhellenic social for PNMs to mingle with sisters (not wearing letters, to promote general interest), and things of that nature are great to get women excited and interested for recruitment.
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