I never saw myself being in a sorority. I didn’t really have family in Greek life and just didn’t have a huge interest in it. I had this image in my head of Greek life from movies and didn’t know if that was what I wanted. Yet, when college grew closer, I started thinking about going through recruitment. I didn’t know what to expect from each sorority and certainly couldn’t pronounce every Greek letter; but, I knew I was mildly interested in what it had to offer and nothing is like it seems in movies. So, I decided to go through recruitment. I figured I might as well do it and if it wasn’t for me at least I saw what all the hype was about.

Recruitment for girls is a week-long process that is rough for most people. It consists of visiting each house and then revisiting the ones that invite you back. I really think it is just talking to people and seeing who you really vibe with. Everything is what you make of it, so I tried to go in with a positive attitude so it wasn’t a long week. I looked for houses where I felt most at home and for people who I could see myself being friends with. I really believe that there is a place for most people in Greek life – you just have to be willing to find it.

Long story short, I ended up opening my bid day card to my number 1 choice and was ecstatic. I “ran home” that day and was welcomed to my new home away from home.

From that day forward, I have always been grateful I decided to join a sorority. I have met some of my best friends and girls I am going to know the rest of my life. My fam is perfect for me; I am traveling to Amsterdam at the end of May with my G-big. Also, the first girl I met in my PC (pledge class) happened to live in my same apartment building and now we see each other almost every day.

Everything really does happen for a reason and I am very sure I made the right decision. It has been the best first year of college meeting so many people through Greek life and having tons of incredible experiences. There are quite literally so many things you can be involved in with your sorority: IM sports, different philanthropies, and leadership positions.

So, my advice to anything thinking about going through recruitment… DO IT. It is better to try something and know it wasn’t for you than to have regrets. I would never have known any of the amazing sisters I have now and would’ve missed out on so many life-changing memories. I now have a place I can always go to and feel like I am a part of something bigger. I now have three girls that are my best friends, girls I can count on for anything (even if it a late night Twistee Treat run). Best of all, I have 160 girls that I know accept me and love me for who I truly am.