can anyone join a sorority in college?
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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.
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I sugesst you check out this site:\nhttp://www.vpul.upenn.edu/ofsa/about.html\n\nAs for hazing I don't know of any sorority girls at penn so i could not give you the skinny but i will tell you there have been no recent reports of hazing in either fraternities or sororities that made it to the news. \n\nHazing depends on the house and how strict national is I have a friend at UVM who pledge process held here higher than the current members, but that house was very strict about following the national rules.\n\nHazing really isn't bad at all for girls is my experience of talking to sisters at many schools
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most women in college are looking for fast fun and run. don't be discouraged you are just in a different time in your life god will send someone for you just keep your eyes open and your heart clean
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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.
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There is no difference.  When the first female fraternities were formed, the term sorority simply hadn't been created yet.  The term sorority was first used upon the creation of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority in 1874.  However, several female fraternities came before them and chose to remain being called fraternities rather than sororities.  \n\nIt's more of a status thing that the female fratenity has been around longer than the sorority.  That's all.
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The activities involving membership intake for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. are sacred so I will not discuss the process over the Internet. Yes, graduate chapters step and some host parties. Both types of chapters have the same requirements and types of programs to fulfill in order to remain in good standing with the grand chapter.\nIf you cross as an undergraduate, all your line sisters will be in college but, if you cross in an alumnae chapter, all your line sisters must be college graduates. Therefore, one difference between the two is that your line sisters will be younger if you pledge undergrad.
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Great, wish I could join them?
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It depends on the school/chapter. Most fraternities have the same core values, but you have to investigate the local chapter to see how they operate, and if they really live up to those values and standards. Sig Ep is a strong fraternity nationally, but that doesn't guarantee you will find a decent local chapter.
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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.
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yep. Unless your college prohibits it. If those are what you like, then go for it!
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does your college have a system of greek life? i went on to the website and it doenst seem that they do however you might be able to join one at a school your college is affilated with or if you are plaining on going to another college later...
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Hi Shanel!\n\nI am a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.  I am not in NY, but I am more than happy to give you any helpful advice that I can.  Please feel free to email me and we can further discuss your concerns and so that I can make every attempt that I can to provide you wilth some assistance!\n\nI look forward to speaking with you!  My email address is pinkpearl0872@yahoo.com
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depends on what level..for H.S., the FFA, in college, the Greek system has many good organizations, both social and honors.
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If you mean how do you become an officially recognized chapter of a national fraternity, you need to contact the headquarters of the fraternity you wish to start a colony for.\n\nMost have strict guidelines, but if you are motivated enough to rally up a good number of prospectives then there shouldn't be a problem.
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it depends on the school. most colleges let you, but its never guaranteed. there will be an option on the housing application for roommate selection if so. You and your future roommate will both have to select each other to have a chance at being roommates. gl at college!
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Hi there,\n\n  It is up to you whether to join or not. if you wish to join chek out the following:\n\n1) Course Contents, 2) Institutional Recognition, 3) Fee Structure, 4) Placements. Even you consult any of the students who are pursuing the academic programmes offered by the institute.
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The NPC sororities accept all races.  I can't guarantee that they will want you, each sorority has it's own membership selection process.  But, it is highly unlikely that you will be cut because of your race/ethnicity.  If you're curious, rush them.  You're not forced to accept a bid if you rush, and you can meet the women.