Being a part of a sorority is a huge part of college culture. I have friends that are a part of Greek life, but because I go to a small school with no Greek life, there are a few things I just don't understand. Here are 11 questions I have about sororities.
1. Why are there so many secrets?
As an outsider I'll never understand why there are so many secrets. What are they about? Why can't I know? I am way too curious to know there are secrets that my friends aren't allowed to tell me.
2. Why do they cost so much?
Clothes, parties, dues and I don't even know what else. It seems to me that being in a sorority is a ridiculous commitment financially.
3. Don't you get tired of partying constantly?
When it comes to partying like a "normal" college student, I am practically an alien. So maybe that's why I don't understand how someone could party every week. I'm perfectly content going to two parties the entire summer. But somehow people in Greek life go out almost every week.
4. What is with the recruitment videos?
The goal of a sorority is obviously to get new recruits, but what is with the recruitment videos? They seem to just fuel people's judgment toward all things "basic white girl." I'm all about being basic because honestly, it's fun, but these videos lay it on a little thick.
5. What happens if you don't like your big / little?
Your big or little is supposed to be your best friend in the entire sorority. But let's be honest, not all personalities get along. When a big and little don't get along I wonder what happens.
6. How do you know every other chapter?
Whenever I tell one of my friends I know someone in another sorority, they always ask which one. And no matter what I tell them, they have an opinion on that sorority. Makes me wonder if recruits are required to take a class to learn all things Greek life.
7. Do you hate how the media portrays you?
According to the media, sorority girls are shallow, pretty and dumb girls with zero substance. You all clearly do everything in your bikinis because your looks are everything. It must be annoying.
8. What do you do with you paddle?
Yes, they're adorable and probably very special coming from your little, but I don't understand the purpose of the paddles. They must add a nice touch to your bedroom.
9. How much philanthropy do you really do?
"Srats" always talk about how much charity work they do, but it is hardly ever portrayed in the media. I guess it's just easier to believe college girls spend their weekends drinking and hanging out with frat guys than it is to imagine them doing things for charity.
10. Do you feel silly doing the hand thing?
If you don't that's cool, I just know I would and was wondering if you felt the same way. I guess when you're doing it with eight other people though it's a lot less awkward.
11. Can I join?
I understand it may have seemed like I was mocking sororities and Greek life, but I wasn't. Deep down I want to join one, even though I don't entirely understand them.
If anyone wants to answer these questions for me, then it would be greatly appreciated. I'm sure I had 40 more I couldn't think of.
