A Girl's Guide To Getting Her Bid

Remember Your Manners
 Remember Your Manners
 Karaline  

Of course I am in a sorority but I do not obsess over chapter meetings, nor do I eat, sleep or attend classes while cloaked in a hoodie labeled with my three Greek letters. Going through recruitment as a PNM (Potential New Member) isn’t always flawless, but it is definitely worth it. We all know not to bring up the obvious; boys, booze, etc. There are, however, a few not so obvious rules a PNM must know
! Follow this guide, and you’ll have your bid in no time!

 

Name Drops Are a No No

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Quite frequently a PNM awkwardly brings up a fellow sister and says, “Do you know Jenny?!” Not only is it obvious because we know every girl in our house, but it is painful when we need to say “OMG! Yes, she’s the best!” and quickly divert the conversation. If you are that close to an active member, chances are she has already mentioned you to the house.

 

Be Nice

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Simple, but often times forgotten. Girls talk! You don’t want to be labeled as the girl who was impossible to talk with during first round. A negative attitude not only makes you look bad, but who wants to sit face to face in silence with a stranger for 20 minutes? I didn't. If you are at a house you don’t think you are interested in, still try and have a good conversation. It can’t hurt!

 

A Picture’s Worth A Thousand Words

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We all know how much a simple Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter stalk reveals about a person. Try going through all your social media sites to make sure you are presented in the best way possible. I’m not telling you to change or hide yourself, however, you don’t need 10 selfies in your bikini top while on the shoulders of some guy at lollapalooza. Classy is most definitely better than trashy.

 

Be Yourself

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Recruitment can be a bit superficial, with all the dressing up and prep before each round. If you’re tired of talking about your major, dorm, and where you’re from…imagine how we feel! Find a topic you can both relate to, please! Not only will I remember the girl who talked to me the entire round about pepperoni pizza, but other members will appreciate your individuality. Your honesty will guarantee that you end up in the house that fits you best.

 

Make Your Own Decision

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Coming into recruitment with pre-conceived notions on each chapter is a bad mindset. You don’t know what you like until you know what you like, capeesh? When you’re making your decision make sure it is your decision. Don’t drop a house you like because your roommate’s boyfriend’s sister at a different college told you it’s “bad”. There is no such thing as a good or bad house. Truth is, not every house is right for every girl. No one knows you better than you know yourself. This is your home away from home for the next four years. Don't let this important decision be influenced by any outside opinion.

 

Don’t Take It Personally

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You may have had the most amazing, unique, and natural conversation with a girl, but still get cut from that house. As hard as it is, don’t take it personally. While your interaction may have been tremendous, other girls could have had the same results. If you get cut from a house it means it wasn’t right for you. Current members know their house best. Consider it a positive that they cut you before you ended up in the wrong place.

 

 Final Words Of Wisdom

Don’t “try” to sound a certain way. If you are contemplating your every word and thinking what to say next, it’s not the house for you. Remember, these are the girls you will be showering next to, eating meals with, and borrowing clothes from for the next few years. You want to be in the house where you can see yourself. Forget the rumors and horror stories.

Winter recruitment is something to look forward to. Take a deep breath, be yourself and don’t stress. I guarantee you’ll end up with the perfect bid!

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