Moving into college is not an easy step to take in life. Living in a strange dorm, not knowing anybody and having to cope with being away from friends and family who you’re used to seeing regularly. My first year was full of different struggles, but the feeling of homesickness was one that was most daunting. I desperately wanted to find that feeling of “home” at school and feel the same support I did with my family. I searched constantly for some source of comfort within my school that I got when I was back home, but it wasn’t until I found Greek life that I became hopeful.

Rushing my sorority was one of the best decisions I have made and ever will make during my time at college. By joining this sisterhood, I was able to find the source of comfort and support that I needed. I met amazing women that inspire me and entertain me daily, ones that I may never have crossed paths with if I hadn’t decided to give Greek life a try.

So to all of my sisters, thank you. Thank you for taking the time to welcome me into your community and making me feel at home. Thank you for really taking the time to get to know me, and allowing me to have the privilege of getting to know all of you. You have made my life at college exponentially better, and I can only hope that I have done for you what you have done for me.

To my pledge sisters, you’ll always have a special place in my heart. The bond we forged through the pledging process is one that I will never get to share with anyone else, and one that I would never want to share with anyone else. There are so many amazing memories that we’ve made, whether it be all of the pledge tasks we were asked to complete, or all of the studying and stressing we did together. Though we had some rough days, I wouldn’t trade it for the world and it’s because of you, my wonderful pledge sisters.

To my Big — you were my rock through pledging and I know you’ll continue to be a source of support for me in the future. The night that you were revealed as my Big will forever be one of the best nights ever and an amazing college memory. You have made my time in this sisterhood so special simply because of your presence. I couldn’t ask for anyone better to have as my guide, mentor, and friend.

Thank you to all of my sisters for accepting me, my flaws and all, and taking me in as one of your own. I’ve never met a more amazing group of woman. I only hope that I can do the sisterhood justice. Thank you for being an unconditional source of support and comfort for me. You’ve made me stronger during some of my more difficult times. Thank you for all of the amazing memories and adventures we’ve shared. Some of most enjoyable and amusing nights have been the ones I have shared with all of you. While we’ve definitely had our share of crazy and emotional moments, they’ve only helped me grow. I can’t wait to continue to make lasting memories with you. I love you all. Sisters forever.