Sororities. This word could have two very opposing meanings depending on who you’re talking to. On the outside, it’s some girly party cult, only staying within themselves, and only “pretty” girls can get in them. On the inside, it’s a sisterhood, with hundreds of bonds that are truly unbreakable, and everyone is an inspiration. Sounds like complete opposites, right? I’ve been in Phi Sigma Sigma officially for a year, and honestly, it’s taken me so long to finally realize and appreciate what this organization has given to me.
I can solely remember walking into the room for COB night. I had thought this night was an informational about the organization. I dressed up, as a sister had recommended the night before. I was oddly nervous, more for the fact that I had the feeling no one would like me because I was (still am) a huge weirdo. I think every girl had this thought while rushing for Greek life, but I definitely wasn’t sorority material. I didn’t look like a runway model, I wasn’t so fond of partying, and I could only take people in doses, especially women. I sat down at a table with four sisters, who seemed to be staring into my soul. It was basically a group interview, where they would get to know and evaluate me in a matter of ten minutes. Oh God, I mentioned anime and the fact I was in Marching band. It’s over. I confirmed that I am definitely not getting in.
Here we are present day, officially a year in the organization. Yes, I did get it if you were wondering.
Words are seriously not enough to describe and encapsulate how much this organization has given me. I went from being a simple student, to a woman of substance, influence, and character. I am constantly surrounded by powerful woman who hold themselves to the highest of standards, and never change for anyone or anything. I am inspired by them every single day, and I know that they will always have my back no matter what the situation or circumstance. They even trusted me enough to choose the future of our organization. This organization helped me push my boundaries I never thought I could pass, and continues to shape me for the better. It’s values have been ingrained within my own, following them with every waking moment. These woman within Phi Sigma Sigma work extremely hard while staying calm, cool, collected, personable, and outgoing. They are the women I can get stuck in hours of traffic with, the girls I can get down with on the dancefloor, the sisters I can cry to and support me while on stage. They pick me up when I fall (physically and emotionally), they egg on my silliness, and stand behind me when the world turns on me. These girls are my sisters, that I never want to lose touch with. Each of them holds such a special place in my heart, and are now a part of me. They make me want to be a better person than I was the day before. I don’t even think I’d be writing this article without them.
To all of them, a simple thank you doesn’t amount to how much they have given to me. They’ve accepted me for my true self, and protected me in times of stress. They’ve sheltered me when I felt I had no home, and let me fangirl over K-Pop and anime. Thank you, Phi Sigma Sigma, for accepting me and changing me for the better. LITP
