Most people, me included, think of a movie like legally blonde when the word sorority is brought up. However, in my experience, it is much different than that.
I am in Alpha Sigma Alpha at Roanoke College and I can hands down it was the best decision I have made. I was the type who didn't go out, who didn't really socialize as much. My living situation at the time was miserable and I wanted to leave. However, my mother convinced me to rush and running home was the best decision I could have made.
Alpha Sigma Alpha develops women of poise and purpose and I have learned so much about myself since I have been there. I learned to not judge people based on first appearances, and I learned that it is okay to open up to people. I have hated telling people that I have anxiety because I am scared that it will alter their perspective of me, but with the sisters, I have directly told they just embrace me and make me feel at home. They accept me for me and that is something I can say has never happened before.
So, if you are considering rushing, here are 5 reasons why you should run home.
1: You'll find a place you get to call home, with girls you'll grow lifelong relationships with.
My pledge class is the best in the world and I love how we all have different personalities and come from different backgrounds. I know that I can count on them, and they can count on me.
2: BIG LITTLE WEEK.
Okay, who doesn't love being showered with gifts? Big little week was the most exciting time of my college life because this person is giving you handmade gifts and the consideration was enough to bring me to tears at certain points.
3: You get pushed to do things outside of your comfort zone.
I would have never socialized this much and gotten over as many anxious tendencies as I have with this group of amazing girls. They help me grow and realize my full potential.
4: Not only do you get to meet a bunch of amazing girls, but you get to help people while doing it.
I am personally involved with 4 philanthropies and I could not have been happier with it. Recently, we made posters and helped out with Girls on the Run. We decorated girls hair, put tutus on them, and showed them where to run. However, the most exciting part was seeing the confidence instilled in these amazing girls.
5: You'll have the time of your life.
Whether it's late night Disney movies, or crying on someone's shoulder, being the shoulder to cry on, or running to sheets at 1 am, you'll find your home.
I have had the time of my life running home to ASA. I could not imagine my life any other way. No matter what may be happening, give rushing a try! You never know, maybe you'll find a home as great as mine.
