Can I rush this Fall if I signed a pref card and then dropped?

[trisigma212]

You can rush if you signed a pref card. It is only binding for one year.

However, no one can predict your chances of getting a bid in the fall. If its a big school, chances are that only the group you dropped would remember you. If it is a big school, then your chances may be less due to sophomore standing. It may come up, but it probably won't be a big thing unless it's a small school with a tight knit greek community. Again, we don't know and there's no way you could know either.

Just be cordial about it. If you didn't feel like you were suited greek life last year and feel you are better suited to it now, it's fine to say so. People are allowed to grow and change their mind.

[FleurGirl]

Originally Posted by trisigma212

However, no one can predict your chances of getting a bid in the fall. If its a big school, chances are that only the group you dropped would remember you. If it is a big school, then your chances may be less due to sophomore standing. It may come up, but it probably won't be a big thing unless it's a small school with a tight knit greek community. Again, we don't know and there's no way you could know either.

Remember too that just because a group doesn't remember you doesn't mean they won't notice that you are rushing as a sophomore. Just make sure you have a very good answer as to why you chose not to pledge the sorority who bid you last year. Even at schools where upperclassmen are given bids relatively commonly, it will still stand out that you are not a freshman. As long as you answer the question maturely, though, it should be ok. Maybe something like, "Well, as a freshman I had the wrong impression of greek life. But after seeing what an amazing sisterhood each chapter has and doing some research, I know it's something I want to be a part of my life!"

[ComradesTrue]

Originally Posted by trisigma212

If its a big school, chances are that only the group you dropped would remember you.

Not necessarily.

Her freshman year hall mates, class mates, PNM group, and friends would all be aware that for a few weeks she was wearing letters and participating in Greek Life, and then all of a sudden she wasn't. In addition, those from her hometown, those that she pledged with, and those that she participated in campus activities with would also know that she rushed, pledged and then dropped.

It only takes a handful of people to remember the situation, and word spreads quickly to the other groups. While the actives from last year's recruitment may not remember her I assure you that others in her freshman class will. Of course, those freshmen will be on-the-other-side come fall.

All that to say- OP you do need to be aware that this may have a negative impact with some groups and be ready for some heavy cuts. In addition, I would not try to hide the fact that you pledged. Getting caught being less than honest could spell disaster for your recruitment. As mentioned above, have a good answer (that does not criticize any groups on campus) as to why you depledged and what is different this year.

Good luck to you.

[melindawarren]

Originally Posted by Blondie93

Not necessarily.

Her freshman year hall mates, class mates, PNM group, and friends would all be aware that for a few weeks she was wearing letters and participating in Greek Life, and then all of a sudden she wasn't. In addition, those from her hometown, those that she pledged with, and those that she participated in campus activities with would also know that she rushed, pledged and then dropped.

If she doesn't even know for sure if she signed a pref card, do you really think she was a NM for a few weeks?