Very concerned

[Thetaphimom]

Okay I have read all the blogs and I can no longer sit back and listen to the negative comments about the in- housed sororities. I am actually a mother of a daughter in the theta phi house. My daughter like all of yours thought she would get in "a house" she had all the rec letters, was a h.s. cheerleader, a national honor society student , is beautiful, etc..... Just like all of yours.

Well she got a bid from theta phi. Was she disappointed at first - yes, but I will never forget the line she said to me when I said are you going to drop out? She said, MOM, I DON'T WANT TO BE THAT GIRL, I AM NOT TOO GOOD TO GIVE IT A TRY! Proud moment for me!

Well, she LOVES it ! Most of the girls live in the same apartment complex, they pair with all the frats, they have chapter every Sunday, they have semi and formals, moms weekend was a blast as was dads weekend, etc etc......they didn't miss a beat, and furthermore because they are still establishing Panhellenic is very helpful and goes above and beyond to make sure they look great. Lets see, they had tshirts and all ordered converse for their 21 and 14 party. Only one other house matched shoes. They all ordered the same dress in three different style for three party! I could go on and on...... They are a fabulous bunch of girls! And, don't sit around and judge all the other houses.

Remember it is not about the mansion you live in, it is about the sisterhood and friends you make that last a lifetime.

So those of you that have daughters invited back that might be lucky enough to get a bid, don't be too upset when they call you and tell you they are very happy.

1900 girls went to 975 went to 350 went to 55. Good luck. Just remember while your daughter is crying , there will be approximately 1000 girls that will get nothing and won't be wearing any letters tomorrow night.

How about we encourage these young women and stop being so judgmental!!!

Don't let anyone ever dull your sparkle!

[Sciencewoman]

^^^ Great post...thanks for sharing!

[AOII Angel]

I'm so glad your daughter gave her bid a chance and is a happy Theta Phi Alpha. Your impression of the comments is right on and if your reaction is any gauge, I can just imagine how offended the women in these chapters would be by these comments. Both of these chapters have offered a chance for hundreds more women to join the Greek community. Being so rude and uncomplimentary is essentially looking a gift horse in the mouth.

[HQWest]

Originally Posted by Thetaphimom

Don't let anyone ever dull your sparkle!

Shine on!

[Xidelt]

Rock on, Thetaphimom!

[glittergal1985]

Originally Posted by Thetaphimom

when I said are you going to drop out? She said, MOM, I DON'T WANT TO BE THAT GIRL, I AM NOT TOO GOOD TO GIVE IT A TRY!

Proud to call her my sister!!

[WestcoastWonder]

I was afraid when I read the title, but this is a great post! I'm glad your daughter found a place she loves!

[TPA85]

Originally Posted by WestcoastWonder

I was afraid when I read the title

I put my coffee down first, just to be safe.


I hope your daughter comes to GC and introduces herself in the Theta Phi forum! <3

[33girl]

I am guessing what you meant to say was "unhoused" sororities.

[ADPiEE]

Love your post !

[amIblue?]

Um, what campus has 1900 PNMs?

[AZTheta]

Originally Posted by amIblue?

Um, what campus has 1900 PNMs?

Arizona. We actually hit 2K this past August.

[irishpipes]

Indiana

[amIblue?]

Thanks!

[als463]

ThetaPhiMom,
I really like your attitude! You said exactly what I have been saying (but, you were much sweeter) this entire time. Girls should be thankful for the opportunity to even pledge a sorority when there are others that don't have the chance due to low GPA, not attending a school with Greek life or a community college, and other reasons. It's an honor to be a member of a GLO and I am excited for your daughter! Tell her, welcome to the NPC from all of us at GC!