Recruitment Numbers

[southernbuff]

It's interesting to read through this thread again, noting the large number or PNMs signing up for recruitment this year. What really caught my eye is that, in the SEC, where Alabama, South Carolina, Mizzou (yes I know they are new), Arkansas and Auburn had huge years, Tennessee only had a small increase in PNMs. Any thoughts on what is going on at Tennessee? I thought the addition of brand new chapter houses for all sororities would be a huge draw...but it does not look like it has been!

[AnchorAlumna]

Originally Posted by southernbuff

It's interesting to read through this thread again, noting the large number or PNMs signing up for recruitment this year. What really caught my eye is that, in the SEC, where Alabama, South Carolina, Mizzou (yes I know they are new), Arkansas and Auburn had huge years, Tennessee only had a small increase in PNMs. Any thoughts on what is going on at Tennessee? I thought the addition of brand new chapter houses for all sororities would be a huge draw...but it does not look like it has been!

I'm also puzzled.
However...I'm a little familiar with Auburn, and I think the lack of houses keeps sororities from being quite as visible. Also, the campus has a cozy feel...it's not quite such a big deal if you don't pledge. And Auburn has a number of service groups that function as sororities.
At Tennessee, I'm betting that as more houses are completed and the sororities move in, there will be an increase in interest.