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7 Tips For Sorority Rush

Sorority Recruitment can seem very scary and intimidating, here are my 7 tips that helped me.

alexa caponigro

Aug 27, 2020

University of Kentucky

Alexa Caponigro

When looking to join a Sorority, it can be very scary. For those who have some, no, or even every idea what to expect, the nerves and jitters succumb to everyone. The main goal is to find your home and your people, but sometimes we do not realize what we are searching for. The whole process can be confusing, plus adding in all of your emotions and the stresses of being away from home can take a lot out of you. I decided to compile seven things that helped me get through rush in order to find my forever home.

1. Become close or get to know your Gamma Chi

The first person you will meet within the recruitment process is your Gamma Chi. I believe it is beneficial to get close with her because she will be your go-to girl for everything. She will become the shoulder you cry on, the person with the Bandaids for your blisters and the person you jump with joy when you love a house.

2. Do not consult with your roommate

I know it can be exciting to talk with your roommate about rush and all the houses but do not. Sometimes if you love a house and say your roommate hates it, your idea of the house may change from what you are hearing. Try and keep to yourself, your Gamma Chi or even your mom may become the one you vent to.

3. Shoes, shoes, shoes

I learned this the hard way, bring an extra pair of shoes to change into, especially flip flops. From all the walking you do, it is best to wear comfy shoes to lessen the blisters and pain.

4. Bring a notepad

One of the best things is bringing a notepad to jot down your emotions and thoughts after every house. You will be talking to so many people that you forget how you felt at some houses or who you even spoke to.

5. Ask questions

Do not be afraid to ask questions, everything is such a new world that sometimes we forget to ask what we really want to know.

6. Sleep, food and water is a must

Some days you will be going for hours, but do not forget to take care of yourself. Sometimes it's hard to find the time, but you need to put your health and rest first.

7. Relax

It may sound weird, but sometimes you have to take a breath and relax. Everything can be overwhelming, but the people on the other side of it are just as nervous. Relax, calm yourself, and win big!

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7 Tips For Sorority Rush

Sorority Recruitment can seem very scary and intimidating, here are my 7 tips that helped me.

1. Become close or get to know your Gamma Chi

2. Do not consult with your roommate

3. Shoes, shoes, shoes

4. Bring a notepad

5. Ask questions

6. Sleep, food and water is a must

7. Relax

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