Age limit on joining a sorority???
608416
I can only speak for the organizations under the National Pan-Hellenic Council (the largest historically Black orgs) but no, we don't have an age limit. There are undergraduates of all ages and the only requirement in that area is to be a matriculating student at an accredited college/university. Of course there are gpa, community service and other things but that varies organization to organization. This is for undergraduate chapters. This probably holds true for others as well as we can't discriminate against race, age, religion, etc.\n\nYou may want to consider the maturity level of those in the organization you are seeking membership with though. Get to know the chapter members and see if it is worth your time and energy. Whenever you are in doubt though, just ask someone. They should be happy to talk to you about it. If they aren't don't bother with them. They aren't worth your time.
585695
In theory, you could BS your age and start when ever you want.  In my experience, and I am in high school, some start at 11 and then more and more of the percentage join. Right now, my freshman year, I can find about 33% of the people I know my age and about 50% of sophmores, I only know one junior and he's on there but that hardly counts, it could just be coincidence.
884521
You must be invited to join the grad chapter, unlike the undergrad chapters, where you tell them you want to join and they decide whether or not you get in.  I can only imagine that maybe they felt the person did not "fit" what an AKA should be.  Also, unfortunately, sometimes the decision is just unfair and not based on anything substantial.
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I usually took 18-21.  It all depends on what your other responsibilities are.  Will you be active in sports, volunteering, working, etc.?  If you are doing those things...or are really there to party, then I wouldn't take more than 12 credit hours.
652725
You have to be older than a certain age. 16 or 18 I think.
369908
Age\n\nOne would think that age would be a simple category. One is either old enough, or too old, right? Unfortunately, it doesn't quite work that way. By federal law (10 U.S.C., 510), the minimum age for enlistment in the United States Military is 17 (with parental consent) and the maximum age is 35. This is to ensure than anyone who enlists on active duty can be eligible for retirement (20 years of service) at the mandatory age of 55 (60 in some cases). However, DOD policy allows the individual services to specify the maximum age of enlistment based upon their own unique requirements. The individual services have set the following maximum ages for non-prior service enlistment:\n\n      Active Army - 34\n      Army Reserves - 39\n      Active Air Force - 27\n      Air Force Reserve - 34\n      Active Navy - 34\n      Naval Reserves - 39\n      Active Marines - 28\n      Marine Corps Reserve - 29\n      Active and Reserve Coast Guard - 27\n\nHowever, prior service enlistees can receive an "age waiver." In most cases, the amount of age that can be waived depends upon the amount of time the individual previously spent in the military. For example, let's say that an individual has four years of credible military service in the Marine Corps and wants to join the Air Force. The Air Force could waive the individual's maximum enlistment age to age 31 (Maximum age of 27 for the Air Force, plus four years credible service in the Marines). For the Marine Corps, the maximum age of enlistment for prior service is 32, after computing the prior-service age adjustment.\n\nFor the Army National Guard, the maximum age for non-prior service enlistment is age 39. For the Air National Guard, it's 34. For prior service, the maximum age is 59, as long as the member is able to complete 20 years of creditable service for retirement by age 60.
930919
Rush starts with open parties, where everybody interested in pledging goes to every house (suite, however it works on your campus). After a couple of those, the sororities invite back a still pretty large group and they only come if they're interested. If I remember correctly, there's yet another level beyond that before the sorority invites the girls who they are interested in, and who have shown an interest in them, to pledge. \n\nIn addition to the formal rush period, if a sorority decides that there's someone who might be interested in pledging they can issue a bid during open rush. This often happens if members of the sorority get to know somebody, through classes or other activities. I pledged that way, as did a few of my friends. \n\nIf you go through rush and don't get a bid from a sorority that you really feel like you clicked with, you can always wait until you get to know people better. You can start the pledge period and quit, and even once you become a full member you can quit. However, once you've become a full member of one national sorority you can't ever join another one.
711688
You can ask the Sorority Goddesses of DSth at the main school for permission to start a chapter of the sorority at your school.  That might mean that you'd get to be the local boss there.
1173588
Yes, I'm a former sorority girl. I say former because I don't go to that college anymore, and my current college doesn't have a chapter house. \nThings you should know BEFORE joining:\n1. There is a recruitment process, which you do have to take part in- it's different for every campus.\n2. You have to pay money to belong to a greek organization. Some people view it as "paying for friends", but it's one of those things that contributes to the chapter as a whole, such as money for fundraisers, electricity, water, and tiolet paper. Very important!!!! Your money goes to much more than you're aware of.\n3. Believe it or not, grades matter. Many sororities have a minimum GPA that they'll expect you to maintain without a penalty, like study hours or tutoring. \n4. PARTIES AND BOYS AREN"T THE MAIN THING THAT MOST GIRLS ARE THERE FOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!   People have the misconception that it's "Girls Gone Wild" all the time. \n5. When you go greek, it's harder to date someone that's a GDI (God Damn Independent- one who isn't a member of a fraternity or sorority), because they simple don't understand the time committment greek life involves. Meetings, community service, study hours, sister/brotherhood nights, initiation, rush, intermural games, philanthropy,..........the list goes on. Not to mention the good times you'll have with your new set of fun people to hang with. \n6. You get what you put in. Always remember that with ANYTHING you do. \n7. Greek organizations are great stepping stones for things like jobs; networking is great!!!!! \n8. I am incredibly lucky- I met a wonderful fraternity man (he's now alum) 3 years ago, and I'm proof that a relationship can survive after the Greek experience. :)\n\nIf you want more specific information, feel free to email me.
1013454
my friend was 15 when she started working there. im not sure about requirements though. i think it goes by state, not individual store.
1179418
A large part of being a capable and functional member of any sorority or fraternity is confidence.  We seek individuals who would be an asset to the organization, the community and ultimately, the world.  We want impressive ambassadors to the public, so that when others see any member at any given time, they will admire and want to be a part of us.  \n\nBefore you initiate this process, however, do not be afraid to be unapologetically yourself!  Take the initiative to discover who YOU are and what you are all about before you attempt to join a group.  You will be a better person for it and the sorority would be too, if you are accepted.  Don't let acceptance into a group make or break your importance in this world.  Nothing is worse than a large group of insecure people, because their focus very quickly turns into a negative competition to see how to tear each other down instead of building each other up.  The majesty of my sorority is that we are a conglomerate of exceptional human beings, period.  This is evidenced by our longevity (98 years strong!), ingenuity, elegance and excellence.  \n\nEvery good wish in all your pursuits and endeavors!
671969
Make your decision on where you feel comfortable and feel you fit in. You will spend your time with the members of the chapter on your campus so that is very important. Don't get caught up in the name. I suggest you check out what the different organizations have to offer and make your decision based on what you find on your campus. We all have similar aims and interests so whatever you decide you'll be fine. And your friends will still be your friends. I am a member of Sigma Gamma Rho and I have good friends and family in AKA, Delta Sigma Theta and Zeta Phi Beta. Just do your research and follow your heart.
49112
You must ask a Free Mason if you want to join.They won't ask you.The absolute requirements for becoming a Mason are:\nBe a man, [NOTE: there are other branches of Masonry that accept both men and women, or women only]; \nIn most places at least 21 years old. \n[NOTE: Some lodges and some jurisdictions allow 18- or 19-year-olds, or may make exceptions for those who are sons of Masons, or for university students.  For instance, a recent change by the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts makes 18-year-olds eligible for membership in that state.] \nHave belief in a Supreme Being -- of any faith. No particular religion or faith is required or excluded. All are welcome.
675107
You have to be 21+, but in some cases they might consider 18. Alot of them though, they prefer you to be over 25 for obvious reasons.
244633
I am a current member in a fraternity at my college. I never thought I was "buying" friends! If anything I was brought closer to my current friends. My college does not allow freshman to join a fraternity and this is a great way to allow you to express yourself at college freshman year. As a freshman at my college I got very involved with many different clubs.\n\nI join to meet new people and make new friends. Before the fraternity I was involved with 3 major clubs on my college campus and one I help start from scratch, so my reason was that i didn't have any friends, I wanted more. Also the opprotunities of brotherhood and business connections. I would be lying if the social scene didn't cross my mind as well. Academics were a big part alot of my borthers are economic majors like myself and I can ask them for help when ever. Finally I love the community service, I am my fraternities community service chair.\n\nI don't see myself not being in a fraternity currently. My borthers were my best friends before pledging and are even stonger now. I didn't see any hazing, my fraternity has strict rules against it. As for "black-balling"(not giving a potential rushee a bid) I have yet to see that take place my fraternity only rushes in the fall, when I rushed! There is some talks of people black balling some in the fall with the upcoming rush. I know the kids that people don't like and for the most part they aren't like the rest of our brothers(womanizers, drug problems, etc.) When thinking about a possible brother you need to think of the worst and what could happen if a problem like that was brought into the house. My brothers do not want our house to go on probation due to someone doing something stupid.\n\nI picked this house simply cause the great community serivice I heard of. Also I met some of the brothers my freshman year. Also my friends from freshman year all liked this fraternity so that is why we decided to rush this one.
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The letters AKA stand for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.  For basic information regarding my sorority, you would want to look on our national website:\n\nwww.aka1908.com\n\nThere you will find general information regarding the history, founding and programs of the sorority.  Some of the other information that you may be seeking can only be determined my being initiated into the sorority.  But here is a little insight.\n\nWe were founded on January 15, 1908 on the campus of Howard University.  We are a service driven organization that is involved in various community related programs.  There are more than 170,000 members worldwide and we are growing larger every day.  The sorority is full of women from all walks of life who are driven towards a common goal....contibuting positively to our communities on local, nationwide and worldwide levels.\n\nThe website will be a good place to start your search for knowledge and deeper insight into the founding of my sorority.  BUT I do have to say this.....there is not an AKA who will come on here and just lay all of our sacred trusts on the line.  I hope that you respect that and do what we did....research and become a member.  That is the one and only way that you will come to obtain all of the information that you say you are seeking.\n\nYou may also want to try and speak with a member of the sorority who can and is willing to provide you with insight and guidance through the membership process.
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you should try looking up the term "discretion"...once you have, practice it! you'll never be a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated by blasting your ambitions via the internet.