People usually think the worst when they think about sororities. It sucks to say that, but it's true. I'll even admit that I used to be one of the people who thought sororities were filled with rich girls who haze their new members. Then my older friends started joining them, and those thoughts quickly went away. I'm so glad they did too, because I joined a sorority and it's one of the greatest things I've ever done.
1. I was curious
I was terrified to go through recruitment week. It was scary and I didn't know what to expect. Quite a few of my friends back home are sisters in a sorority and I have heard only amazing things from them about Greek life. They love it, so I thought I might too. I was right.
2. The girls were so amazing during recruitment week
Every sister of my sorority that I talked to during recruitment week was so nice and so welcoming. The conversation never stopped. I felt so comfortable and so at home with them.
3. Now that I'm actually one of them, they've become my second family
A lot of people seem to think it's weird that I call the girls in my sorority my sisters, but that's what they are. Not just because we're in the same sorority, but because we've grown so close the last few weeks. I love every single one of my sisters.
4. My sisters are so kind-hearted and understanding
I know that, should I need anything, my sisters will be there for me. They've gone out of their way to make sure I'm okay and I have everything I need.
5. Our philanthropy is amazing
I'm part of Zeta Tau Alpha and our philanthropy is Breast Cancer Education and Awareness. Don't get me wrong, every philanthropy on Thiel College's campus have is amazing and a great cause, but I've seen first hand how breast cancer affects families. It's a great feeling knowing that I'm helping someone.
6. It's totally worth paying extra money
You have no clue how many times I've heard, "You're paying for your friends?" Let's get one thing straight, I'm not paying for my friends. I'm paying for amazing experiences and opportunities with my friends. I know my sisters would still love me and want to be my friends if I wasn't part of Zeta. These are memories I'll keep forever, so of course it's worth it.
7. I am NEVER bored
I have an insane amount of hilarious pictures and videos of my sister and I. We're all pretty weird, and we accept each other's weirdness. There is never a boring moment when I'm with my sisters.
8. When you join a sorority, you get to know all the other sororities and fraternities on your campus
I have some type of connection with every single sorority and fraternity on campus. It's actually really cool to have friends in different sororities and frats. You get to know their friends and then you have more friends yourself.
9. There is no judgement from my sisters
My sisters accept me for who I am. I don't have to try to be someone I'm not, I don't have to mold myself to fit how they think I should be. They love me and care about me just as I am and I feel the exact same about them.
10. A piece of me felt like it was missing, and I found it.
As cheesy as that sounds, it's true. I've never felt more accepted and welcome somewhere. I feel whole.
Now, I know Greek life isn't for everyone, and there's nothing wrong with that. Don't immediately shut it out though. Try recruitment, you aren't required to join an organization. For me, it was an amazing choice and I've loved every second. You might too.
