Chances for colonization

[FloMo Mom]

Of course she has a chance! The colony is going to be looking for leaders to get the chapter established. But if she doesn't try, she'll never know if she can do it. Get the recommendation and get started. Read about colonization - it's different than joining an established chapter. Good luck!

[TXDG]

We answered your question on the other thread, but yes, she has a chance. Colonies recruit from all four classes and will be looking for a well-rounded group of women. Whereas an existing chapter may have just graduated a bunch of dancers or women who were tirelessly devoted to the philanthropy and be looking for dancers and women who have philanthropic passion to "re-balance" the chapter, a colony is looking for EVERYTHING!!

Colonies need a mix of women to be successful on campus:
-some who are 4.0 GPA's for the all-important grade rankings
-some who are dancers & musical & artistic to be able to compete in campus & Greek events
-some who are athletic for intramurals
-some who are passionate about volunteer work and helping others to support the philanthropy
-some who are proven leaders and can become the chapter's inaugural Exec Board and directors
-some who have specific skills for leadership roles, like a finance background for Treasurer/VP Finance or established relationships with other Greek organizations for Social Chair
-some who are super, super involved on campus already. Lends credibility to a colony to pledge some key upperclassmen who are Student Senators or the President or Exec Board of big campus organizations. Some of these women didn't know about the Greek system as freshmen but make outstanding junior or seniors for a colony
-some who represent a variety of majors on campus
-some who are religious and will want to start/lead a chapter Bible Study (every house has one on your daughter's campus)
-women from all areas of the state and out-of-state to start feeding a pipeline for future members! Especially in your state, members from key high schools are important!

Lastly, they'll look for personality and fit. You don't want a colonizing class of all "Type A's" or "Drama Queens" or women who are so shy they'll never get to know each other. They need leaders and followers, amiables and driven types, etc. So, it's resume + potential + personality/fit.

We can't tell you your daughter is a "lock" or guarantee to get a bid. The alumnae in charge of the colonization process are pro's at this, opening chapters every year across the country. They are in tune with what they need to do on this specific campus to be successful as well. But the good news is they need to fill a large class and are looking for a variety of women so hopefully your daughter will be just what they are looking for!

Let us know the outcome! I believe the colony recruitment starts soon.