My University of Southern California recruitment :) - Page 7

33girl · #1 08-30-2010, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by AzTheta

^^what 33girl said, short & sweet & concise & to the point. Back to the store to buy a red pen and work on my writing again...

Jinx, buy me a coke

kaeb · #2 08-30-2010, 01:28 PM

haha actually my grandma, who I've been emailing throughout this whole process, just reminded me that I'm here to learn as well. Which I totally know!

Definitely was NOT expecting to show up to class and see 3/4 of the class (all girls) wearing their bid night shirts... including 1/4 or so in Captain Awesome shirts.

I know AXO may not still give me a bid through informal recruitment, and they may hate me for turning them down, but I'm hoping my explanation to my rusher made it clear enough that I was not signing a card because I wasn't ready yet, not because of anything they did or did not do (I think those were actually my exact words...)

I got an email today from SDT about their informal recruitment, and it looks like a lot of fun! Way more chill, for a start.

Like ice cream sandwiches on the quad and a beach trip? I can definitely live with that!

haha what can I say, I love being spoiled! But I think most people do.

SDT really made a good impression on me at the pre-recruitment meeting, so I'm looking forward to meeting these women.

I don't understand how what I did is like suiciding, when I didn't fill out a bid card at all? Ah well.

DaffyKD · #3 08-30-2010, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by kaeb

haha actually my grandma, who I've been emailing throughout this whole process, just reminded me that I'm here to learn as well. Which I totally know!

Definitely was NOT expecting to show up to class and see 3/4 of the class (all girls) wearing their bid night shirts... including 1/4 or so in Captain Awesome shirts.

I know AXO may not still give me a bid through informal recruitment, and they may hate me for turning them down, but I'm hoping my explanation to my rusher made it clear enough that I was not signing a card because I wasn't ready yet, not because of anything they did or did not do (I think those were actually my exact words...)

I got an email today from SDT about their informal recruitment, and it looks like a lot of fun! Way more chill, for a start.

Like ice cream sandwiches on the quad and a beach trip? I can definitely live with that!

haha what can I say, I love being spoiled! But I think most people do.

SDT really made a good impression on me at the pre-recruitment meeting, so I'm looking forward to meeting these women.

I don't understand how what I did is like suiciding, when I didn't fill out a bid card at all? Ah well.

COB is not as structured as formal recruitment which will allow you and the sisters to be more relaxed and yourself as you get to know each other. If you were my daughter going through recruitment, I would have encouraged you to follow your heart which is exactly what you are doing. You made a conscientious decision to look at both houses closer with full knowledge that you are not guaranteed an invitation to participate in AXO's COB. Best wishes!

DaffyKD

KSUViolet06 · #4 08-30-2010, 01:32 PM

It's not like suiciding. You did not sign a card.

Best of luck to you.

Blue Skies · #5 08-30-2010, 06:51 PM

Good luck, Kaeb. It sounds like SDT has some fun activities lined up. Enjoy!

kaeb · #6 08-31-2010, 01:55 AM

So I talked to an SDT who is an RA on my floor (not my RA), and she seems super awesome and chill and cool. I'm really excited for informal recruitment!

MerryGPhiB · #7 08-31-2010, 02:01 AM

kaeb- yeah! When does informal recruitment begin?

kaeb · #8 08-31-2010, 02:08 AM

tomorrow at 5:30, though I'm in class until six and have a prior commitment at 6:15, but I'm going to head by the quad anyways after and hope they're still there.

But I'll for sure be there Wednesday!

Pass the Pinot · #9 08-31-2010, 10:04 AM

Glad to hear your enthusiasm for the informal process. If there is a lesson in recruitment it is that for all the ups and downs, there truly is a reason for things turning out the way they do. SDT may be full of girls who had a similar experience as you and all of you will bring a lot of life to the organization. You are going to be just fine.

FSUZeta · #10 08-31-2010, 05:39 PM

i just want to check that you explained to someone in SDT your time conflict for tomorrows get together?

i'm a little late to this thread, but wanted to add my good wishes for a happy outcome, whether you join a sorority or find you place at usc elsewhere.

ellebud · #11 08-31-2010, 05:44 PM

I am so sorry that things didn't work out the way that you wanted them to do--so far. I have two observations: It is interesting that you are (still) considering AChiO, a Christian sorority (which I realize that you realize is not for you) and an historically Jewish sorority. Look inward and see what you really want.

The other thing that I have found along the way about many things: There is no perfection in life. Sometimes you have to take a leap of faith and jump into the mix. True, sometimes things don't work out. There are many other times when you jump in, are unsure...and wonderful things happen. One thing is for sure: if you don't jump, you'll never know how much you will miss.

KSUViolet06 · #12 08-31-2010, 05:50 PM

ellebud:

I think the Christian sorority she was discussing is Alpha Delta Chi. Not AXO.

ellebud · #13 08-31-2010, 06:24 PM

Oh, I knew that!! There were three houses under consideration and that, to me, considering the differences, is a conundrum. AChiO has been at SC for over a 100 years, and Alpha Delta Chi is coming in new. If I wrote something to the contrary...my bad.

kaeb · #14 08-31-2010, 06:30 PM

haha yeah I decided not to consider adchi, and it turns out I will be able to make the event tonight, which I found out in response to my email telling them the conflicts and hoping I'd still be able to make it.

thetygerlily · #15 08-31-2010, 06:37 PM

Awesome, kaeb! We can't wait to hear how it goes tonight