Dear sisters of Alpha Xi Delta,

About 4 months ago, I took a chance and showed up to informal recruitment scared out of my mind. High school was rough for me and I didn’t get along with many girls in my hometown. I walked into the venue and was prepared to open myself up to these new people. I saw another girl, standing similar to me. She was visibly anxious. I walked up and introduced myself. Her name was Katie. That was also my little sister’s name. Little did I know I would be getting another sister named Katie. Katie and I walked up stairs where all of the sisters were sitting. We were immediately greeted by five sisters with handshakes, hugs, and infectious smiles. I knew right then that this is where I belonged. After talking to these girls and meeting the president, Shayla, I knew these were the girls I wanted to call my sisters and find a permanent home with.

In the months sincet, I have had the pleasure of meeting some of the most kindest, thoughtful, and inspirational ladies. These ladies have done nothing but love and encourage me to reach my potential. They have given me hugs and words of encouragement whenever I’ve needed it. Whenever I’m walking around campus, they always greet me with a friendly hello and a big smile. For the first time in my life, I have a sense of belonging, a sense of friendship, a sense of sisterhood.

I wanted to take this time that I have to thank my sisters for everything they have provided me with. Their love, their kindness, and their compassion. I am grateful to call you my sisters and to have this special bond that is unbreakable. In the future, I want nothing more than to help build and better the organization of Alpha Xi Delta and to encourage others to reach their full potential, just as you did for me. From the bottom of my heart, I love this organization with all of my being. I cannot express how excited I am to wake up every morning and to realize I am an Alpha Xi.

Thank you,

Kate A, Emily, Victoria, Laycee, Kate B, Caitlin, Sam, Katherine C, Ana, Nina, Megan C, Alyssa D, Emma D, Megan D, Liz F, Sarah, Danielle, Jasmine F, Michelle G, Haley, Aylssa, Shanya, Justine, Brittany, Valerie, Abby, Iliana, Michelle H, Courtney, Lauren H, Sarah, Baleigh, Jasmine J, Baylee, Monica, Christy J, Erika, Alexis, Alea, Alyssa, Vy, Ashley, Bryanna, Emma Manis, Emma Marcus, Erin M, Mallory, Lea, Megan M, Cami, Bernadette, Elizabeth, Maryanne, Katie, Julia, Emily, Margaret, Ayisha, Ella, Annie, Erin R, Devin, Victoria, Shayla, Hannah, Erin S, Kari, Chayla, Tori, Vanessa, KK, Ali, Shelby, Liz W, Laura, Christy Y, and Sierra.

Much love,