What is the difference between rush and bid day?

Bid Day, which marks the end of fall rush week. Here's a breakdown of Bid Day and Panhellenic recruitment. Bid Day is almost a day-long event when sororities give Potential New Members or PNMs, bids – essentially invitations to join. PNMs can either accept or deny a bid from a sorority.

What is the meaning of bid day?

Bid Day – the final day of a recruitment period when bids are distributed. Bid Matching – a system for matching the choice of a potential new member with the choice of a chapter. Brother – an initiated or new/associate member of a fraternity. Chapter – the campus group of a national organization.

What are rush days?

Also called recruitment, rush is the process potential sorority or fraternity members go through in order to join where they meet with all participating Greek organizations on campus, go through interviews and other rounds before they may be offered a formal bid to join.

Does everyone get a bid during rush?

Does Everyone Get a Bid? Most of the women who make it through the preference night voting will receive a bid. It's rare for someone to make it all the way through the recruitment process and end up not getting a bid.

What is a bid in rushing?

Terms. There are different terms used in the recruitment process, they may vary from university to university, but some of the general terms include: Active: A sorority woman who has been formally initiated by her chapter. Bid: A formal invitation to join a sorority.

EXPLAINING SORORITY RECRUITMENT/RUSH

What usually happens at bid day?

It is a time to celebrate the connections and friendships made during recruitment. During Bid Day celebrations, some organizations will plan activities for new members and initiated members to get to know one another. This is a great time to introduce yourself to your new chapter members and get to know them.

How does rushing work?

“Rushing” is when students become acquainted with the different fraternities or sororities on campus, and the process can range from very formal and structured to informal and casual. Sorority rush tends to be more formal, with different themes and requirements for each day.

Do parents go to bid day?

I've also seen (this is a southern thing), local moms swoop in and help if needed in wonderful ways, no questions asked. Moms do come back for Bid Day, but sometimes houses severely limit who can come in the house and you may not even see her for more than a few minutes.

Do you only get one bid on bid day?

Remember, it only takes one bid on bid day to join so be open and excited about the chapters that did invite you back. Manage your time. The recruitment period can be both exciting and intense and it is important that you figure out a way to manage your time.

Do you have to accept a bid on bid day?

If a sorority thinks you are a good candidate, they invite you to an event. After the event, if the sorority thinks you are a good fit, the sorority will give you a bid. You decide if you want to accept the bid or not. Usually, you have 24 hours to accept your bid.

What happens after bid day?

After Bid Day comes the retreat that each pledge class attends immediately following Bid Day to bond with their new pledge sisters, learn about their sororities, and celebrate finding their new homes on campus. The retreat is typically held at a camp or a hotel, and members come back to campus later the next day.

What is a dirty rush?

Dirty Rushing – When one organization will attempt to influence a potential new member through gifts, bad mouthing other organizations, etc.

How do sororities pick you?

The matching process is called mutual selection. Panhellenic will use your vote and the scores provided by the sororities to create a rush-week itinerary for you. This schedule is meant to provide you with the best chances of getting invited into a sorority that is right for you.

How many bids does a sorority give out?

In other words, they are eligible to give out 8 bids during the Continuous Open Bidding process, but no more. Some sorority nationals require their chapters to participate in COB if they are under chapter total in order to balance their numbers.

Do you have to pay to be in a sorority?

As a sorority member, you must pay ongoing dues to maintain your membership and participate in sorority activities. For those living outside of the sorority chapter house or those in an unhoused chapter, the dues typically range from $400 to $4,500 per semester. Ongoing fees (living in the sorority house).

Is bid day formal?

Bid (card): A formal invitation to join a Greek organization. Bid Day: The day immediately following Panhellenic primary recruitment where chapters extend their invitation for membership to potential new members.

Can you wear black for rush?

Preference Night

This round is your chance to emphasize your interest in the chapter and prove why you would be a great fit while also continuing to connect with your sorority girl. You can never go wrong with a classic white dress or a sassy black dress if you want to dress to impress!

Can you drink on bid day?

Each chapter will usually host a Bid Day activity to help the new members get to know each other and the rest of the chapter, like bowling or roller skating. The NPC Unanimous Agreements state there is to be no alcohol use or men associated with recruitment or Bid Day.

What happens during rush week?

During rush week, fraternities and sororities host events and give new students their first chance to meet members. To make the best first impression, be respectful and personable, make eye contact, and try your hardest to remember the names of the people you meet.

How do you know if a sorority wants you?

Who do you run home to on bid day?

On Bid Day you will run home to your chapter and then head to a venue to do activities and celebrate with your chapter!

Can you get a bid before bid day?

Often, a bid card with a formal invitation will be delivered to your dorm or campus mailbox prior to Bid Day. On Bid Day, each fraternity on campus will gather in celebration to accept you as a new member. If you accept a bid, Bid Day is the day you officially become an associate member of your chosen fraternity.

What are the negatives of rushing?

Rushing can cause you to try to do too much

Time pressure injuries are also the result of a worker who took a chance by doing something he or she knows is not safe. Rushing to the job site or home can cause you to drive aggressively. You won't typically get there much faster by driving faster.

What happens after rush?

At the end of open rush, you'll receive an invitation to move on to formal recruitment or closed rush. This phase is a crucial component of both fraternity and sorority rush, and it can also be the most intensive. In many cases, you'll be interviewed by chapter members to see if you're a good fit for the house.

Why is it called rush?

"Rush" comes from this period when the fraternities literally "rushed" to get to the freshman before another organization got to them first. Today, "rush" has been replaced by "recruitment", signifying the active role a chapter takes to find the best members for their organizations.