To the potential new member that is more nervous and uncertain about recruitment than excited, I’ve been there, but I promise it is so worth it, and the Lord will put you where you need to be.

In high school, I was firm on the fact that I wouldn’t rush, and I would not be in a sorority. I knew I wasn’t the stereotypical sorority girl, and I didn’t think I fit the mold.

However, after my senior year was abruptly cut short, I became very fearful about my move to college. I knew that I had to put myself out there and find my place, so I decided to sign up for recruitment. 

Rush week was nothing like I expected, but as the week went on I felt more at peace with the process. Receiving a bid from Alpha Delta Pi is something that I will forever be grateful for. I didn’t instantly find my best friends on day one, but I am so thankful that I have now found my best friends and the Christian community that I so desperately needed.

Here are some things I wish I would’ve realized long before recruitment week.

1. Joining a sorority is not “buying friends”. I’ll be honest here, I truly thought that it was before I joined a sorority myself. It may seem that way, but there is no price on the pure happiness that it will bring. A sorority is so much more than a group of friends. You automatically have 200+ cheerleaders, supporters, and encouragers as soon as you join a sisterhood. 

2. There is no “mold.” I didn’t think I’d be accepted into a sorority because I didn’t have the cute and trendy Instagram or dress like a sorority girl. I quickly realized, there is no mold. Come as you are, and you will be accepted. 

3. Be yourself - I promised myself at the beginning recruitment that I would not change myself or my actions to get a bid. Thankfully, I didn’t have to. Being the true version of yourself will get you so much further. You will be loved and accepted for who you are!

I was so concerned and doubtful going into recruitment. I questioned it every single day. I am eternally grateful that it worked out and that I found my home away from home at 112 Olympic Blvd. The love, support, comfort, encouragement, and Christian community within Epsilon Pi is unmatched. 

So, if you’re a PNM uncertain about recruitment, I highly encourage you to take a leap of faith. I guarantee you that you’ll be so glad you did. And, to my sisters, thank you for loving so well and making it such a joy to be a part of this sorority. 

With love,

Logan Sweat Fall ‘20