What would you ask a sorority?

kkgatusc · #1 07-23-2003, 12:25 AM

If you were a potential new member, what do you think a common question you would ask a sister during formal recruitment would be? I am trying to prepare a list of questions for my chapter to be prepared to answer.

AXOKatie · #2 07-23-2003, 10:13 AM

These are the most common ones that we get:

"What's your social life like?"

"Do all sisters have to live in the house? What's it like living here?"

"What's your national philanthropy? Your local one?" (obviously elaborate)

"Why did you join _____?"

"What was rush like for you?"

"What's the time commitment like?"

"Do you guys have a frat that you associate with?" - can be a danger question of A) boxing yourself in with another organization and B) treading in the 'no discussion' waters of boys, booze, etc.

WhiteDaisy128 · #3 07-23-2003, 11:14 AM

I've been helping with the new student orientations this summer for NCSU. My work being with Greek Life. I deal with both parents and students who have a ton of questions...here are the most popular ones:

> If I rush my freshman year, will my grades go down?

> How much time a week do I have to devote to my sorority during the new member period? After?

> Will I have to live in the house?

> Do you really think it's a worth while experience?

> Do you still have friends that are not Greek?

> Do you have to go to things (mixers, philanthrophy events, etc.) if you don't want to?

Those are really the big ones, from both PNM's and parents...

LeslieAGD · #4 07-23-2003, 12:02 PM

Social & Activities
*What types of social events occur during the year?
*What activities do you do with other Greek members?
*What are Homecoming and Greek Week all about?
*Why do you enjoy being in a sorority?

Scholarship
*What are the grade requirements?
*What local/national scholarships do you offer?
*How does your sorority promote scholarship?
*How do you impliment study hours?

Leadership
*How quickly can I get involved in the chapter?
*What leadership opportunities are available to me?
*Will I have time for other campus activities?
*Can I have input in chapter business?

Philanthropy
*Does your chapter have a specific philanthropy?
*What are your philanthropy goals?
*What fundraising and community service do you do?
*Do you have any philanthropy events you sponsor annually? With other chapters?

Financial
*Can I hold a job and still be involved in the chapter?
*Do you offer payment plans?
*What are the extra costs?

Miscellaneous
*Why should I become a member of the Greek community?
*What is expected of new members and active member?
*Do I have to live in the chapter house?
*What does the new member program consist of?
*How do you promote sisterhood in your chapter?
*How involved are alums?
*Do you correspond/intereact with other chapters of your GLO?

aurora_borealis · #5 07-23-2003, 12:46 PM

What's the most important thing you've learned about yourself since you became a member of ABC?

What was the one thing/deciding factor/moment when you knew DEF was your home?

What sort of involvement does GHI have with the local community?

What other campus activities and clubs are members of JKL involved with?

How many leadership opportunities are there for new member of MNO?

Since you have been a member of PQR what's your favorite memory of sisterhood?

The creed/symphony/purpose/etc of STU is beautiful, what does it mean to you and how do you use it in your life?

Are there educational/academic support systems and resources for members of VWX?

How do you see yourself involved in 10 years, and for the rest of your life as an alum of YZ?

Little E · #6 07-23-2003, 01:05 PM

If applicable- The difference between local and national (we're the only national we have soooo much explaing to do)

GeekyPenguin · #7 07-23-2003, 02:14 PM

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Originally posted by Little E
If applicable- The difference between local and national (we're the only national we have soooo much explaing to do)

So true! Everyone wants to know why your dues are more, what's that funny piece of jewelry you're wearing, why isn't there a keg at your rush party, etc?

bsp-mich24 · #8 07-23-2003, 02:56 PM

Good "PNM" Questions.

Rio_Kohitsuji · #9 07-23-2003, 06:11 PM

Who is your brother fraternity?

Do you have pretty colors?

So, will you umm...circle my fat?

Sorry..couldn't help these...

Okay..umm...for real now..

So, what really makes you different from the other sororities?

MeLikey · #10 07-23-2003, 06:51 PM

How many sisters do you have?

Who did you do Homecoming/Greek Week with? How did you do?

Why did you want to join the Greek system?

Does everyone drink?

What's the new member period like? Is it hard?

GMUBunny · #11 07-23-2003, 07:10 PM

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Originally posted by TKE209Sweethrt
Who is your brother fraternity?

Do you have pretty colors?

So, will you umm...circle my fat?

Sorry..couldn't help these...

Okay..umm...for real now..

So, what really makes you different from the other sororities?

NEVER underestimate a pnm asking those questions!!! I've been asked why we didn't have 'real greek letters' before and if we could change the colors...

LeslieAGD · #12 07-23-2003, 08:32 PM

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Originally posted by GMUBunny
and if we could change the colors...

and yet

GMUBunny · #13 07-23-2003, 08:36 PM

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Originally posted by LeslieAGD
and yet

Yes, I was stumped. I believe in being uber-nice to everyone (kill em with kindness) but it's hard when you want to bitch-slap someone for being that stupid. I just changed the subject and moved on...

SigkapAlumWSU · #14 07-23-2003, 11:20 PM

One that was asked over and over:

What's a sleeping porch?
and
What's it like to sleep there? Do you have to sleep there?

ToBeSororityGrl · #15 07-24-2003, 12:11 AM

What is it like to have a big sister/mom?

I have to admit that when I first heard about having a big sister and so forth, I was so excited since my real big sister isn't there for me at all.

I just love the whole idea about being able to have really close friendships and bonds