Dear New Members,
First off, welcome to a sorority filled with some of the most inspiring women I've ever encountered. I know bid day may have seemed either exciting, overwhelming, or awkward, but I promise you will learn so much about yourself throughout this experience. I have been in this sorority for just one year, but the amount of events that have impacted me in just one year is incredible. Throughout your new member period, you'll spend time learning about our sorority and what we stand for while getting to know the sisters around you. Let me tell you something that will be crucial to your experience here, become extremely close with your pledge class. Get to know everyone around you because these are the girls that will guide you, and be there for you when you need it. Make a GroupMe, talk about your day, plan to attend events together even if you may feel awkward at first; I promise they feel just as awkward as you.
You may feel like a lot may be expected from you in the beginning, but I promise the best side of you will be brought out. There are so many leadership positions, but you feel like you may not be confident to ever run for one. I personally never thought I'd be able to have a position, but now there are so many I want to have. You will meet the people who believe that you can achieve anything you put your mind to, especially when you feel like you will fail.
I want you to give, this time, make it to all your first chapter meetings, go to any event you possibly can. Everyone when they first join have their doubts but don't act on them too fast. This chapter has helped me adapt to college more than I ever would have without it. Participating in other fraternities/sororities philanthropy events, going to socials and sisterhoods, this is what will bring you close to the girls in your chapter, I promise making time to go to events will make your experience so much better.
If you're ever struggling with the sorority, school, or your personal life never be afraid to reach out to a sister because everyone just wants to help you. I want you to give this sorority one year. After you've been associated for one year you will have gone through your sororities philanthropies and recruitment. I can personally say that going through recruitment on the other side has brought me closer to my chapter more than I ever thought before. I got to know so many beautiful souls and I am forever grateful for the conversations I've had with my sisters.
Enjoy your new member period, being the babies of the chapter is something I'll always miss, and wish I utilized more. Welcome home and I hope you fall in love with this chapter, as much as I have.
Love,
Your Sister
