How do you know if a sorority is right for you?

How do you know if a sorority is interested in you?

Which sorority is right for me?

Learn the Sorority's Mission

First, do a little digging about each sorority and learn their stated values, goals, and campus reputation. How do the sorority sisters spend their free time? Are they only focused on partying, or do they enjoy extracurricular activities like intramural sports and volunteering?

How does a sorority choose you?

The voting process for the sororities can vary depending on the campus and the sorority. Two main methods usually take place: Chapter Vote: A chapter vote is when everyone in the sorority has a say in potential new members. Your name will come up, and everyone will vote on whether or not to invite you back.

Do sororities choose based on looks?

Stereotypically, sorority rush and sorority culture place great emphasis on beauty ideals. Some sororities use physical appearance to decide whether someone qualifies for membership due to sorority members having a short window to meet and converse with potential new members.

How To Choose The Right SORORITY For You

What qualities do sororities look for?

SCHOLARSHIP IS ALWAYS A MAJOR PRIORITY AMONG SORORITIES. COMPATIBILITY: Sororities are based upon friendship, congeniality, and mutual ideals. The ability to get along with others and the enjoyment of being with people of diverse personalities are desirable qualities.

Do you pick a sorority or do they pick you?

While you have some choice in choosing your sorority, it is worth knowing that you may be invited to a sorority you didn't initially select. Furthermore, should you decline an invitation, it's not uncommon for you to be restricted from joining a different sorority for a semester or longer.

What are the top 2 sororities?

Here are the country's leading sororities that are best known for their contributions to their colleges and universities, and the society: Delta Sigma Theta. Kappa Alpha Theta. Alpha Kappa Alpha.

How do sororities give out bids?

The bids are given out during Bid Day. On this day, most colleges will have the potential members and sororities meet in a neutral location, and the women hoping to get a bid will receive an envelope from the recruitment counselor.

What is the most competitive sorority rush?

Alabama's rush—the biggest in the country—is notoriously competitive (“a huge production,” says Hannah), with some 2,300 prospective recruits, and a fair share of “southern belle-type behavior.” Hannah says that “scary websites” like GreekRank.com, which rates sororities and fraternities across the country on things ...

What is the most classy sorority?

Are sororities worth joining?

Sororities and fraternities choose philanthropy that they devote time and energy to throughout the year. By being a member of a fraternity or sorority, you will automatically be included in philanthropy events and have the chance to take part in volunteerism while also spending time with friends.

What are the 4 top black sororities?

There are four major sororities, all of which were established in early twentieth century, including Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (Howard University, 1908), Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (Howard University, 1913), Zeta Phi Beta Sorority (Howard University, 1920), and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority (Butler University, 1922).

Do sororities look at your Instagram?

Sororities, and even future employers, can see what you post, so you want to make sure that what you are posting is 100% appropriate. This means NO alcohol, NO revealing photos and NO obscene language. Your grandma does NOT want to see that!

How to impress a sorority during rush?

Ask open ended and thoughtful questions

It's important to remember that a conversation is a two-way street—and so is recruitment. The more questions you ask, the more you will understand what the sorority is all about and the better the connections you will make!

Does everyone get into a sorority if they rush?

During sorority recruitment, the sororities have the upper hand. They invite potential new members to each round just like the bachelor picks women to stay. Also, most potential new members are not getting invited to the maximum number of sororities. Most will get invited to 30% to 70% of the maximum invites.

What is dirty bidding in a sorority?

A sorority is not allowed to send any gifts or notes that may influence you to join their sorority. Potential New Members aren't allowed to bribe sororities with gifts either! You don't want to be in a sorority that gives you a bid solely based on the fact that you sent them cookies during recruitment, anyway.

Is it possible to not get a bid during rush?

It unfortunately does happen, but is not that frequent. Follow the process properly, be kind to each house, get recs for each house ahead of time by signing up with your local Panhellenic. The university Panhellenic does try to find a place for each girl.

Do you pledge after you get a bid?

After Accepting a Bid:

The period between the moment when a new member accepts his bid and his initiation as a full brother is known as new member education (Some fraternities use the term associate member process or pledgeship).

Which sorority has the most celebrities?

From charitable efforts to a roster of celebrity alumnae, these impressive sororities are standouts across America. With nearly 220,000 women internationally, Kappa Alpha Theta isn't hurting for members. However, it boasts an unusually high number of famous alumni.

Can you be in 2 sororities at once?

The Panhellenic Compact, which is a Unanimous Agreement between the 26 member organizations that make up the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC), prohibits dual membership. Basically, women are not allowed to join two NPC sororities in their life.

What do sororities call each other?

Sister – Term that sorority members call each other.

What happens after you accept a bid sorority?

After you accept the bid, you are labeled as a new member. You have to go through a process before you become an initiated member. If you drop out of the sorority BEFORE you are initiated, you can go through recruitment the following year.

Is it easy to leave a sorority?

If you do decide to leave, be prepared for a lengthy process that could take a bit of time. “Leaving is very specific to each organization,” says Johnson. Work with sorority leadership, your house mom or your school's Greek Council to find out exactly how to disaffiliate.

What do sororities want to hear?

Be open about what led you to rush and why you're interested in being a part of a sorority. There are so many routes you can take with this question. Share how you see the sorority helping you grow as a person and allowing you to give back in a meaningful way (philanthropy).