Dear Sororities of Radford University,

I am an only child. I come from a crazy family. I've had to go through a lot this past year. I'm transferring from a community college early. I'm an introvert and I get tired of annoying people after long periods of time and I tend to stutter with introductions or babble. I have an unhealthy obsession with caffeine and books and garbage TV. You will most likely find me somewhere binging something on my laptop or eating or talking. But overall, I really love people and that is why I want a sisterhood.

I love to talk. Although, everyone thinks I have an annoying, giggly laugh at times and I love to speak my mind even if others don't agree. I love hearing people talk about their lives. Even if it's something small like what they ate for lunch or where are their favorite places to get clothes, I love to hear about it. I love to meet new people.

I like to plan things. I worked as an event intern this summer. I have a color-coordinated planner that if I don't have it on me, I feel naked and twitchy. I like to organize events but since I have a small persona I have trouble commanding a room. However, I love running errands and helping behind the scenes. I hate doing things last minute.

I love to help other people. I like to be someone to lean on. If I had a sister I would want to always be there for her. I envy the relationships my friends have with their siblings or their family. I want that. I want sisters who I can love and help raise up. I want someone to spoil with attention and tons of hugs.

I like to win. I always want to be the best. I was the only person I knew that got a freshman internship and I arranged it all myself. I've worked three jobs at once. I've been dragged into holes and clawed my way out all by myself. I constantly want to be in charge of things I care about. I did everything in High School and I worked my way to the top.

I do not know what to expect through sorority recruitment. I may not fit in but that is OK. I want to try recruitment because I want to try finding a place for myself. I want sisterhood and positivity in my life. I want something that I can throw myself into and put my heart in. If it ends up being not for me, then that's OK. I want to feel empowered and strengthened by the women I surround myself with. I'm going in blind with little knowledge and I have no idea what to expect. I may not have the same experience as everyone else, but I feel that at least trying will benefit me.

This will be a new adventure. I look forward to meeting everyone and rushing. If things do not work out I will not take it harshly. This will be an experience for me and anyone else deciding to rush. I can only hope that I will find a right fit for me. I may not be average rusher but I still want to try something new.

Thank you for listening,

Allison