Fall recruitment is right around the corner and you're thinking:
"Should I do it?"
"Is being in a sorority really for me?"
The answer is TRY. The worst thing you could do is go your entire college career thinking about how different it could have been. If you're hesitant, remember that going through the recruitment process isn't a commitment. It's an opportunity to feel out the greek community and learn what it has to offer you.
Maybe you'll walk out realizing it's not your thing. But maybe you'll walk out thinking
"Those are my people."
So whether you're on the fence, or already 100 percent sure you want to be a part of a sorority, here's 10 things that might change your mind or make your decision stronger.
1. The support system
It's exciting being in college surrounded by thousands of new people and exciting things. But it's important to remember how lonely you can feel in a crowd of unfamiliar faces. Joining a sorority gives you the opportunity to be a part of something, and odds are, you'll never feel alone again.
2. Possibility of finding your other half
Someone who's equally as insane as you are.
3. There's a sister for everything
...Especially music festivals. Whether you're looking for someone to share your passion of music with, or a spontaneous lunch date, there's a least one sister who's always down.
4. It's not the stereotype
You might have this idea that you're "not a sorority girl" but if there's one thing that greek life has taught me, it's that every girl has something different and unique to bring to their organization; starting from their style to their passions. These differences are what makes each sorority so unique.
5. Connections and opportunities
The amount of job and internship opportunities that you're able to pull through other sisters, even after you graduate, is incredible. You're always surrounded by women with similar interest, majors, and passions which has the ability to not only impact your college years, but many years to come.
6. Automatic involvement on campus
Without a little push, it's hard to be an active student on campus. Luckily, being involved in greek life gives you the opportunity to participate in philanthropy events and teaming up with other organizations in order to give back to your community!
7. Inspiration
... to travel places you've never been and/or to go to your 8am class.
8. Your 9-1-1
You might find yourself at 2 a.m in a situation; broken down car or even just craving a pizza. I guarantee there will be a sister who will come to your rescue with a spare tire, or one who will order a pizza delivery to your dorm.
9. Finding yourself
It's okay to not know who you are yet. College is about not only exploring the things around you, but testing yourself and your boundaries. Being a part of an organization, especially a group of 120+ women who work hard everyday to empower themselves and those around them, might give you the encouragement that you need to break out of your shell and be the best version of yourself.
10. And finding happiness
What more do you need?
