It's about that time of year that you will soon see herds of girls walking around campus, dressed to perfection and heading to their next sorority house for the day. Recruitment is scary, intimidating, emotional and exciting all at the same time and it truly is a weird process. I mean, you really have to be on your A-game to essentially "flirt" with girls all day long and be just as energized for each party. But it is SO worth it. I can guarantee you will most likely never go through anything else that is quite like recruitment.
Why are these girls screaming at me? And why are they asking me so many questions? What was her name? Am I wearing the right clothes....oh no, why is she looking at me like that...? Your mind is flooded with things such as this all day long. Here are some things that I wish I knew going through recruitment myself that could have helped me out immensely!
1. BE YOURSELF
I cannot stress this enough. Be your best, most wonderful and true self!! This is what every house is looking for! Confidence is most definitely key and girl, if you own it, you best bet you'll be back at that house the next day. Do not, and I mean DO NOT, try to change your personality to adapt to the house you are at, we all want to see what makes you, you.
2. Trust The Process
Okay, you will probably hear this about a million times, and I hated hearing this more than anything...but it is so true even though it pains me to say it. Getting dropped from a house where you thought you had a great conversation at can be really discouraging. And it sucks sometimes. And you probably DID have a really awesome conversation but maybe the house just didn't think you quite fit there and thats OKAY. I promise it all happens for a reason. TTP girl, TTP.
3. Stick It Out
Every day you will most likely be like, "What the hell am I doing?" At least, I know I did. It's stressful to go through recruitment while also trying to balance your classes and you'll probably be really nervous because it happens early in the year. Even if you get dropped from a house that you loved, STICK IT OUT. Don't let it bring you down. You are still amazing and incredible and one of those houses will see all of those qualities in you as well!
4. Make Friends
Even if you don't end up getting a bid from a house, doesn't mean you can't still be building friendships. I made so many friends throughout the process who ended up in other houses. Recruitment is a time to let loose and meet girls across camps who are similar to you and want the best for you regardless of what house you end up in! Not to mention, it makes campus feel SO much smaller because after going through recruitment you are almost guaranteed to know someone in every single one of your classes!
5. Have Fun
As weird and scary as recruitment is, and as exhausting it is to talk to so many girls a day and run to different sororities, it is all so extremely worth it. In the end, you will find a home away from home and about 200 sisters who will always have your back. Bid day is by far the best and most memorable day. You realize all of the sweat, tears, and if your me, having a bird poop on your head before a party, it is the best decision you will make. Bid day is so rewarding and emotional as well, and the beginning of such an incredible college experience.
GO GREEK!
