Every Greek woman can empathize with the unfair stigma that sometimes comes with the privilege of being in a sorority. It seems that those who are unable to enjoy being part of a sisterhood cannot understand why it’s such an amazing experience. However, there are certain things that sorority women do that encourage the judgment. Frankly, the rest of us would appreciate it if you could spare us the brand and drop the habits. 

Here’s a list of 10 common annoying things that sorority girls should stop doing to avoid the stereotype:

1. T-shirts are not dresses. Who doesn’t love comfort? If your shirt can be confused with a dress, then it’s probably time to reconsider your size preference. Being in a sorority doesn’t mean that you have to adhere to a dress code. You won’t lose an item if it’s not monogrammed, and you will still have friends if you branch out to choose clothes that you actually enjoy wearing.  

2. Nothing is #Srat. Social media is one of the largest outlets where opinions are made. Obnoxiously tweeting about your sorority or being Greek, in general, gives the rest of us a bad name. You can love your sorority and be proud to express it on social media, but please be conscious of your choice in posts.

3. You weren’t roofied. You blacked out. Period. Own up, ladies.      

4. We all know you have the “best little.” We all love the girl that we invite to be in our closest family. Upon the first time you post about her, our hearts are overjoyed for your newest companion. After the 10th post, we’ve all gotten the point, and we can move past the fact that you have found your new soul mate who you cannot live without.      

5. Bows are for toddlers, not college women. Need I say more?      

6. Stop bringing sharpies to the bars. I’m not even sure why a writing utensil is necessary at a bar, but there are a lot more entertaining things to do on a night out than decorate the stalls of the bathroom. You obviously think your sorority is the best or you would not have joined it. Using the bathroom stalls to vent about your dislike of other sororities or GDIs does nothing positive to the reputation of Greek life.     

7. Vodka is a beverage, not a meal replacement. Food is your friend. Skipping meals to keep off weight or get intoxicated faster isn’t smart or safe and usually results in a blackout.      

8. It’s called a candid picture for a reason. There’s nothing cuter than a real candid picture. But that’s the thing about candid pictures – they are candid. You don’t fool anyone when you pose for a picture on the pretext that you happened to capture a golden, unplanned moment.      

9. Public chanting and cheering is not, and never will be, okay. There are probably few things more obnoxious than having a meal interrupted by the sound of a table full of sorority girls chanting. Please, save your voices for recruitment and refrain from public cheering.     

10. Limit the letters. Wearing letters on your shirt is definitely okay. Wearing a button on your book bag is perfectly fine. A hat displaying your sorority is great. Flip-flops with your Greek affiliation are acceptable. Wearing all of these at once is tacky and unnecessary. You are not a mascot for your sorority. Please, refrain from overindulging on your letters.