Sophomore Rushing at Texas - Page 2

LadyLonghorn · #16 03-05-2010, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by amyclaire

Its just preference, Ive been trying to do my research and look into sororities that I think I would be compatible with, I dont want to just jump on to whoever gives me bids is all. If I even get bids.

OK, I am officially dead now.

KSUViolet06 · #17 03-05-2010, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by amyclaire

Its just preference, Ive been trying to do my research and look into sororities that I think I would be compatible with, I dont want to just jump on to whoever gives me bids is all. If I even get bids.

You have alot to learn.

Recruitment is a mutual selection process, hun.

It unfortunately is not all about who you feel you're compatible with.

You can research all you want. Or think you're compatible all you want.

They have to feel the same in order for you to get the invite.

By saying "I only like these 3 or 4" you're cutting out everyone else. And who knows, the ones you like the most may drop you on the first day.

and FYI: you only receive one bid at the end of the process.

I would highly suggest educating yourself on UT recruitment before August.

amyclaire · #18 03-05-2010, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by LadyLonghorn

I swear if this stuff is starting already I am going to have a full on stroke before August.

I dont understand what you mean by this? I mean Im saying this because I need advice if you arent going to give any, you dont have to be rude

KSUViolet06 · #19 03-05-2010, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by amyclaire

I dont understand what you mean by this? I mean Im saying this because I need advice if you arent going to give any, you dont have to be rude

No one is being rude to you.

We're giving advice.

For what it's worth, we get questions about UT ALL.THE.TIME.

Esp. from upperclassmen who think they'll have their pick of the sororities in recruitment. This is not the case at UT. A junior is going to have a tough time. Moreso a "picky one."

LadyLonghorn · #20 03-05-2010, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

You have alot to learn.

Recruitment is a mutual selection process, hun.

It unfortunately is not all about who you feel you're compatible with.

You can research all you want. Or think you're compatible all you want.

They have to feel the same in order for you to get the invite.

By saying "I only like these 3 or 4" you're cutting out everyone else. And who knows, the ones you like the most may drop you on the first day.

and FYI: you only receive one bid at the end of the process.

I would highly suggest educating yourself on UT recruitment before August.

But it's all about what she wants! It pains me so much to see a Junior with no ties to chapters have such a sense of entitlement. I know how horribly wrong things are likely going to go for her. And then she will be back here telling everyone the Texas Greek system is full of beotches.

amyclaire · #21 03-05-2010, 01:53 AM

I was referring to Lady Longhorn, Im posting here because I really want to rush but Im sorry if Im not 100% aware of how it works. If I did I wouldnt be on this site.

amyclaire · #22 03-05-2010, 01:54 AM

Instead of telling me how things are going to horribly wrong for me, I wish you would give me a few pointers.

KSUViolet06 · #23 03-05-2010, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by amyclaire

Instead of telling me how things are going to horribly wrong for me, I wish you would give me a few pointers.

Here are some tips for you:

Get "un-picky."

Let go of who you "think you're compatible with" and be open-minded.

Get recs.

Make friends in chapters.

Hope for the best but prep for heavy cuts.

LadyLonghorn · #24 03-05-2010, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by amyclaire

I dont understand what you mean by this? I mean Im saying this because I need advice if you arent going to give any, you dont have to be rude

What I mean by that is that as a Junior you will be lucky to get a bid from ANY sorority. You will not be in a position to pick and choose unless of course you have the soul of Mother Theresa in the body of a supermodel with the brain of Einstein and all the girls in a chapter are already your BFFs and OMG will D-I-E if they don't get you.

amyclaire · #25 03-05-2010, 01:58 AM

I have really good recs, how much would that help me?

KSUViolet06 · #26 03-05-2010, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by amyclaire

I have really good recs, how much would that help me?

Every girl will have them. Several for each chapter. They're more of a standard than anything.

LadyLonghorn · #27 03-05-2010, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by amyclaire

I have really good recs, how much would that help me?

Everyone has really good recs. It only sets you apart from those few poor ill-informed women who rush without them.

amyclaire · #28 03-05-2010, 02:03 AM

I know this could be a touch subject and I apologize in advance. But how much does ethnicity play a factor in choosing? Ive looked at a few chapter websites and have noticed a lack of diversity which is understandable, however im wondering is that by choice or it just happens to be that way

KSUViolet06 · #29 03-05-2010, 02:03 AM

Do you have friends in chapters? That's a good thing to have as a junior.

When it comes down to it, the chapters are choosing between you and a freshman (who will be in school for 4 years).

They're going to go with the freshman 99% of the time.

LadyLonghorn · #30 03-05-2010, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

Do you have friends in chapters?

Since she's looking at web sites to draw conclusions about membership composition, my guess would be no......