When I first entered college, I never thought for a second that I would go through sorority recruitment. I didn't peg myself as a typical "sorority girl" and couldn't imagine fitting in with a sorority at all. Sororities have negative stereotypes, some of which may be true, but many are misogynistic and downright false. Women in sororities are oftentimes belittled and judged just because of the organization they are a part of. I decided to go through recruitment just to see what would happen, and it was one of the best decisions I've made in college so far. I can't speak for other sororities and colleges, but becoming a member of Kappa Alpha Theta showed me how wrong and degrading these stereotypes can be.

My sorority allows me to be part of an organization that was formed by women, for women. Through Theta, I have met so many accomplished women who have a variety of interests and goals. Women in sororities are often depicted as people who all do the same thing and only care about partying and gossip, and that could not be farther from the truth. People say that if you join a sorority you are "paying for friends," but being in this organization goes much deeper than that. I know that the friendships I've formed will last a lifetime because of the values we share. My sorority is the definition of women supporting each other, and I wouldn't feel nearly as grounded without it in my life.

Being in a sorority is not just about taking cute pictures and partying; it's about being part of a group of women that take pride in their academics and accomplishments and strive to do good both on campus and the outside world. Since joining Theta I have stopped saying "I'm not a typical sorority girl" because if the typical sorority girl values love, knowledge, and one another, then I'm proud to be one.