Going into college, I had no plans to rush. I had nothing against the idea of being in a sorority, but just never considered myself the stereotypical sorority girl. I had always been a person to have a small, close-knit group of friends, so the idea of having so many sisters seemed overwhelming and a little unrealistic to me. After all, how is it possible to have an actual relationship with so many people? I wondered that until I met the beautiful sisters of Alpha Xi Delta (shout out to the lovely Iota Nu chapter at Monmouth University). Here are a few reasons I fell in love with xi best.
1. The sisters.
From the first sister I met, I immediately knew these were my people. Every single one of my sisters is different and unique in their own way and completely real and down-to-earth. As someone who values these traits dearly, I am forever grateful to have met so many lovely ladies with the same values as myself. My sisters are funny, sarcastic, hardworking, and know how to have a good time whether that involves staying in or having a night out.
2. The sisterhood.
I know it may be hard to believe, but I would be there for any single one of my sisters and I know that they would do the same for me. Whether it’s to have a shoulder to cry on after a broken heart or just because I’m in search of a gym buddy, my sisters are always just a phone call or text away.
3. The philanthropy.
Autism Speaks is an organization that has truly found its way into my heart. The one thing I love the most about my sisters is that we volunteer because we want to. I know that we are all eager to help and are passionate about our philanthropy and that making a difference really does matter. There’s nothing that makes the soul feel better than helping others with those you love right by your side.
4. The whole.
It’s true when they say you’re a part of something bigger than yourself. Being a sister of Alpha Xi Delta has allowed me to be a part of an organization I am proud of. It has built me into a confident, well-rounded, and successful woman. It has truly brought out the best of me and has helped me to change the worst.
5. The parts.
There is nothing like knowing you have somewhere you belong. I know that I found my home in Alpha Xi Delta and that my sisters and I are the parts that make this sisterhood so wonderful. “My heart isn’t red; it’s double blue and gold.”
TFJ, sisters!
