Nephew's IFC Recruitment - Page 3

33girl · #1 09-08-2010, 10:19 AM

This story is such a refreshing blast of testosterone in the rush forum.

Thanks for the Clark update!!

navane · #2 09-08-2010, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 33girl

This story is such a refreshing blast of testosterone in the rush forum.

Thanks for the Clark update!!

I agree! LaneSig, I'm enjoying this thread, thanks!

.....Kelly

LaneSig · #3 09-09-2010, 11:35 PM

Wednesday night - Final Informal Parties

Clark decided to go to all four groups that he's been visiting.

Legion of Super Heroes - He enjoyed the party and felt like he could fit in with this group. This is the group that takes intramurals very seriously, something that appeals to Clark.

Titans - Again, this is the group that he is feeling the strongest connection to. Clark had a great time at this party. One thing he really liked is that a couple of the members showed him their organization's creed and a few other public mottos and memorabilia. He thought that their creed was something he felt a connection with.

Outsiders - Clark liked the guys and liked hanging out with them, but didn't quite feel the connection that he felt at LSH or the Titans.

Avengers - This is the group that Clark feels he could be good friends with, but maybe not fraternity brothers. But, he isn't totally opposed to them either.

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Thursday - Formal Invitational Parties

For fraternities with Informal/Semi-informal rush, this is the last big party. The night before, chapters vote on who to extend Formal Invitational Party bids to. The pnms go to these dinners to hear from chapter members (and usually alumns) about more of the Inter/National organizations (creeds, philanthropies, etc.).

Clark received invitations to all 4 of the groups he's been visiting, and to Justice League. He had not visited Justice League, but has met a member of JL in classes who had talked to Clark about JL.

After a lot of thought (and a couple of texts with Uncle LaneSig), Clark decided to attend the formal parties of the Legion of Super Heroes and the Titans. He said he feels the strongest connection with those two groups. He also felt bad about turning down the Outsiders and the Avengers, but feels that he really wants to join the LSH or Titans.

He attended both dinners tonight. Clark said he was impressed by both groups, but one group really impressed him and made him want to be a brother.

Bids go out tomorrow (Friday). As most of you know, with most IFCs, Clark could get anywhere from 0 - 4 or more bids. He has said he will call me and let me know tomorrow what happens. And, I will let you know on Sunday when I get back in town and have access to my computer.

TexasSK · #4 09-10-2010, 09:49 AM

I'm looking forward to hearing where he ends up, thanks for the update!

FSUCasper · #5 09-10-2010, 01:00 PM

Refreshing story. I sure wish Sorority Recruitment was more laid back. Way too much stress?!

LaneSig · #6 09-12-2010, 02:53 PM

At Clark's school, IFC has the pnms come at a certain time, check and decide on their bids, then all run out together to the waiting fraternities.

Clark went to check on his bids. He had bids from 3 groups:
Legion of Super Heroes
Titans
Outsiders

Clark knew which group he had really felt comfortable with, enjoyed being around, and definately wanted to be a brother with.

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You know, it always kind of bugged me when people did this. I am always, "Just tell us!" But this is kind of fun.
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Titans!!

Clark ran out with his pledge class to the members. He had a blast Friday night and all this weekend. He is very excited and cannot wait until initiation.

Senusret I · #7 09-12-2010, 03:04 PM

YESSSSSSS

thetygerlily · #8 09-12-2010, 03:05 PM

Woo hoo! Congratulations to Clark and the Titans! He had such a classy way of handling the whole thing. They definitely stood out the entire time, so it's nice to see a story where the frontrunner stays the frontrunner the whole time. Although that may be more typical in fraternities than sororities regardless due to the style of recruitment.

So... who are the Titans?

LaneSig · #9 09-12-2010, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by thetygerlily

Woo hoo! Congratulations to Clark and the Titans! He had such a classy way of handling the whole thing. They definitely stood out the entire time, so it's nice to see a story where the frontrunner stays the frontrunner the whole time. Although that may be more typical in fraternities than sororities regardless due to the style of recruitment.

So... who are the Titans?

Oh, wow, did I forget to say who the Titans were?

My nephew is now a pledge for............................................... .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. ........

SIGMA CHI!!!!

You have no idea how happy and proud I am. I promise that I did not push him to join. He did send me this message: "When it came down to it, I really liked the members, I liked the organization, and I knew that if they were good enough for my uncle, they're good enough for me."

So I am seriously 1 proud, happy uncle and member of Sigma Chi.

carnation · #10 09-12-2010, 03:11 PM

Yayyyy!!!!!

SWTXBelle · #11 09-12-2010, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by LaneSig

You have no idea how happy and proud I am. I promise that I did not push him to join. He did send me this message: "When it came down to it, I really liked the members, I liked the organization, and I knew that if they were good enough for my uncle, they're good enough for me."

So I am seriously 1 proud, happy uncle and member of Sigma Chi.

I am SO happy for you and your nephew! And I might just have a little clue as to exactly how proud and happy you are . . .

LaneSig · #12 09-12-2010, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by SWTXBelle

I am SO happy for you and your nephew! And I might just have a little clue as to exactly how proud and happy you are . . .

If that means what I think it means.......

dukemama · #13 09-12-2010, 05:12 PM

LaneSig, you sound like such a cool and supportive uncle! I know you're very proud of your nephew, and I'm sure he'll love your surprising him at initiation. Congratulations to you both!

P.S. I, too, hope he doesn't read GC!

SWTXBelle · #14 09-12-2010, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by LaneSig

If that means what I think it means.......

WELL - on the one hand, I was referencing when my brother pledged Sigma Chi (the chapter my then-husband founded and for which I received my badge replica from the Grand Praetor. )

On the other . . .

Not yet, not yet - but in time . . . (2012) I should have some good news.

navane · #15 09-12-2010, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by LaneSig

Oh, wow, did I forget to say who the Titans were?

You tease!

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My nephew is now a pledge for....

SIGMA CHI!!!!

You have no idea how happy and proud I am. I promise that I did not push him to join. He did send me this message: "When it came down to it, I really liked the members, I liked the organization, and I knew that if they were good enough for my uncle, they're good enough for me."

So I am seriously 1 proud, happy uncle and member of Sigma Chi.

YES! AWESOME! Congratulations to Clark, you and Sigma Chi!!

.....Kelly