Why are recs absolutely necessary at some schools, while not expected at others?

[gee_ess]

I think this is what I take issue with...I really don't believe that there is that much difference between a good candidate for Kappa and a good candidate for DPhiE and a good candidate for Phi Mu, and so on

I agree. We are all looking for quality young women who will become quality members. Some groups take alumnae input into more consideration than others.

I've seen plenty of "SEC quality" recs from non-SEC alumnae...not all, but a good many. Also seen a lot of "non-SEC quality" from SEC alums...it's not your conference, it's your training.

Love this!