I Am A Sorority Girl But I'm Not Who You Think I Am
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I Am A Sorority Girl But I'm Not Who You Think I Am

We are more than just the stereotypes.

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I Am A Sorority Girl But I'm Not Who You Think I Am
Jessica Goddard

I am a sorority girl but I am not what you think I am. Due to stereotypes I have to work twice as hard to prove I am just as smart and capable as everyone around me.

At first glance, I do not seem like the kind of person who would be in a sorority but that's what makes my experience so unique.

I am a sorority girl but I am not stupid.

At this point, I think I study more than I do just about anything else. In fact, in order to be in my sorority, I must maintain certain grade point average.

And my fellow sisters and I aim to maintain high standards of academic success. Yet, every time I give a presentation in class I feel the need to leave my letters at home, so people do not make assumptions.

I am a sorority girl but I don't spend every weekend at a frat party.

Actually, I can't remember the last "frat" party I went to. Granted my school is not exactly known for its parties, but even then I can say I still probably would not be there as often as you think.

Now, don't get me wrong I like to have fun but an evening in with my sisters and a good movie is always more appealing than some dark gross basement.

I am a sorority girl but I'm not in school just to get my MRS degree.

I have worked very hard to get where I am in life and that has nothing to do with finding a husband. While a family is something I would like to have eventually, for now I am focusing on school and my career.

I am a sorority girl but I have a life and friends outside of my sorority.

Look, I love my sisters but I also have other friends and ways I spend my time. I have a job and am involved in other clubs and campus activities.

I am a sorority woman and I am more proud of my letters than I can even express.

Greek life was not always something I thought I would be apart of but I would not trade them for anything.

My sorority has given my opportunities and experiences that have shaped who I am. In the short year of being a Greek woman, I have made friends with people who I know will be in my life forever. I have grown as a woman of character and class and I have learned how to overcome so much.

Yes, being in a sorority is hard but it is because of the hardships that I have grown closer to my fellow sisters and to myself. I hope that everyone gets to experience being a part of something bigger than themselves. I am a sorority woman and I love every moment of it.

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