epchick's rush @UTEP - Page 2

Honeykiss1974 · #1 08-15-2005, 06:29 PM

Good luck.

NinjaPoodle · #2 08-17-2005, 01:53 PM

Good luck EpChick. I'm rootin' for ya!

Anyone who watches American Princess

must be ok

mmcat · #3 08-17-2005, 08:28 PM

i watched american princess too...
epchick, i am thinking good thoughts for you.

epchick · #4 08-22-2005, 03:07 PM

So I got my recruitment form today. I was so petrified because the people that were in my rush group (last year) were up there and I just didnt' want them to recognize me and wonder wtf? ya know? Oh lord. But I just went up there...asked for a recruitment form, let them tell me all the information I already knew, and then walked away before anyone recognized me! lol.

The more I think about doing this, the more excited and nervous I get. I mean I know what to expect since I rushed last year, but I'm just scared. UGH!! Oh Well. I have like 2 weeks until rush!

KDMater · #5 08-22-2005, 05:06 PM

First of all, thank you so much for using a different color - it's so easy to find your entries!

Second, I am so looking forward to hearing how your rush goes, especially because this is your second time and how you're nervous about interacting with friends on the other side. My daughter will be doing the same thing next semester and I'm worried about how that will go. So I'm going to watch your story unfold and maybe that can help me help her when her time comes.

Good luck - I hope it's a great experience for you.

ASUADPi · #6 08-22-2005, 05:19 PM

If you don't want to share I completely understand but what happened the first time around that makes you embarrassed that you are going through rush again?

I wouldn't worry. Yes, you will probably be recognized and yes you will recognize some of the actives but remember they are different houses now than last fall. They now have all their fall 04 and spring 05 new members and then the girls who graduated in Dec. and May are gone.

I'm sure everything will work out and it will run smoothly

epchick · #7 08-22-2005, 07:41 PM

Well...in a nutshell, I had a bad experience with another sorority after I took their bid (if y'all have read some of my more recent posts, you might be able to figure out some of what happened). And I feel like the girls that were rushing with me last year might feel like my feelings are insincere. I'm already a very introverted-shy person, and so just knowing that there are girls who are gonna be on that "other side" and having questions, is getting me pretty nervous.

On the Flip Side--I have a conflict. I just got in the mail a letter saying that my induction to the National Society of Collegiate Scholars is gonna be On the 8th of September (which is 2 days before bid day). I don't really want to go---I do really regret paying my membership for that NSCS, but my dad says it is a good opportunity and a good resume booster. I dont really want to miss the rush events that day though, especially since it is so close to the end, that is when it really gets important. UGH!!!!

I guess I'm going to have to talk this over with myself (lol)....maybe I can get my money back from my membership or something, or just not go at all! Any advice would be helpful! Thanks all

ADPiAkron · #8 08-22-2005, 07:58 PM

Stay in the NSCS!! Your dad is right-- it is a good resume builder and a great opportunity!! I am sure it will work itself out-- I am sure you are not the only one!! Good Luck!!

mmcat · #9 08-22-2005, 08:13 PM

dont't run from....
however, what does the induction involve? is it local? can things be worked out?
just don't run to run....look to have fun and try to figure out this sabrosa craziness...
pm if you need me.

UCFStefanie · #10 08-22-2005, 08:47 PM

I say Stick with NCSC but talk with the advisor. Explain that you are not going to be able to make the induction ceremony.

Most honor organizations (especially those like NCSC and Golden Key) prefer you to go to the induction but its not mandatory. I know lots of people who missed our Golden Key induction.

You have already paid your dues so at worse they will induct you next semester.

ADPiAkron · #11 08-22-2005, 08:53 PM

Good idea UCFStefanie-- see if you can attend next semester's induction if there is one!! If not, I know plenty of people that have missed induction cermonies-- but are still members of the org because they were accepted and paid the dues.

dvs-dz · #12 08-22-2005, 09:50 PM

Not meaning to burst your bubble, but it might be worth your while to check out this website:

http://www.cageyconsumer.com/students/scholars.html

This sounds very similar to the National Society of High School Scholars, in which many are "invited" to spend $60 or so to have their name in a book.

bsp-mich24 · #13 08-22-2005, 10:07 PM

Have fun and good luck during recruitment.

ADPiAkron · #14 08-22-2005, 11:09 PM

NSCS is based on GPA/academic achievement...so you have to have a decent GPA to get into the organization. Not everyone can apply-- you have to be asked to join-- and not everyone is asked-- just people who have done well academically. I would just skip the induction...not give up the whole thing just because you cannot make the induction. Believe me- it will look nice on a resume when you graduate...it may not seem like a big deal now but it will when you are looking for honors and achievements to put on your resume. Just my final 2 cents!!

From the NSCS website-

What Is NSCS?

Honoring and inspiring academic excellence and engaged citizenship for a lifetime.
- NSCS Mission Statement

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars is an honors organization which recognizes outstanding academic achievement among first and second year college students and encourages members to develop leadership skills through community service.

The Society was founded in 1994 at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. NSCS has active chapters at more than 205 college and university campuses across the United States. Chapters are involved in service to their campus and local communities, as well as scholastic and social activities.

NSCS members are also eligible to participate in a variety of activities sponsored by the Society. Scholarships and awards, leadership development activities, service programs, community building and information sharing are the focus of activities organized nationally. This Web site offers information about many NSCS programs and services. If you have additional questions, please contact us at nscs@nscs.org.

Back to the regularly scheduled thread.......

epchick · #15 08-31-2005, 12:04 PM

Well, I contacted the people from NSCS, but no answer back yet. So I just contacted someone from greek life (I don't know the coordinator's email, so just left "feedback" in the contact us section). So I guess i'll have to wait to see what they say. I know that last year, we had a Greek Barbeque on a Thursday, so hopefully that will be the same this year and then it won't conflict.

6 more days til Rush starts! YAY lol.