Rushing at The University of Arizona

[Nattie]

Actually, I have another question!! Do you have any suggestions for what kind of dresses would work for preference day?

[TriDeltaSallie]

If you haven't already, go to the Recruitment Stories section and start reading stories. That will give you an idea of what it is like for the PNMs.

(Unless reading stories will make you nervous. Personally, I like being as well-informed as possible before I go into a new situation so virtually nothing can surprise me.)

I wish I had kept a list of links to all my favorite stories. I need to start doing that so I can share when women ask this question.

[AXOrushadvisor]

Originally Posted by Nattie

Actually, I have another question!! Do you have any suggestions for what kind of dresses would work for preference day?

Here is their what to wear page http://arizonagreek.orgsync.com/org/pan/whattowear

[Blue Skies]

Nattie, as long as you can carry a basic conversation, you should be fine. I think that you will find the parties to be enjoyable. You will be greeted and made to feel welcome. A chapter member will pick you up and initiate a friendly conversation. After you have gotten to know her for a little bit, she may introduce you to one of her sisters. At an average party, you may talk with 1-4 or more chapter members. This will vary with the chapter and with how far along you are in the process. You don't have to worry about finding members to talk to. The sisters will take care of that for you.

A basic conversation will focus on questions such as where you are from, what you are majoring in, etc. It is best to try to move the conversation into personal interests such as favorite movies, TV shows, activities, restaurants, places to visit, etc. The more your rusher can get to know your unique personality (and vice versa,) the better.

Relax, keep it classy, and have fun with it. What you want to be looking for is a chapter that has a homey, comfortable feel to it, with girls who feel like they might become your friends.