So, to tell you the truth--I wish I was still at Beta Alpha. I am not really doing anything for Phi. There hasn't been any sort of spark between us--and I just hate not being effective. I'm trying--and I'm sick--and I just feel guilty. I had an amazing visit with BA and I was expecting the same thing here. I mean, this is Jackie's chapter. I was expecting instant chemistry--like Maryland (Stef and Tara's chapter)--and it's not.
I don't know what to do, other than keep trying of course. It's pref day--and their return rate yesterday was 20% higher than the last year which is great!
I have been able to catch up on some of my sleep which has been helpful--but I'm still super congested which isn't ideal.
I'm going out to dinner with Matt tonight which should be fun... fun to get away for a little bit!
That's all for now.
<3 ya all!
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
So proud of Beta Alpha!!
Okay, I don't even know where to begin regarding my visit with the lovely Sisters of Beta Alpha.
Let me start by giving you some background on this Chapter and Indiana University.
IU doesn't have the traditional total/quota system. Our women last year had 12 alphas last year (4-5 of them being snap bids.) This year they were hoping for 15!
We had a phenomenal week of recruitment. These women were postitive, knew what they were selling, and kept up the energy and enthusiasm all week. We had many special moments together--one being after a long day of parties. We sat there and loved on each other and said all of the positive things about the day. It turned into this huge thing about what makes ADPi at IU so special. Needless to say--they did a fabulous job!
They had a 71%, 78% 83% return rates through out the rounds--which is CRAZY! They matched with 65 women on bid day! 65-- 6---5!! This is the largest alpha class they've had in over 70 years. They created history--and I was lucky enough to witness this very special moment! I couldn't be more proud! These women made me feel so at home--and I really am hoping to go back. They are such a mixed group and I <3 them all!
O i forgot to mention, they have 54 deltas!! lol I wrote them a little manual on how to deal with doubling your chapter size! I'm not going to lie, I think it was good! I feel like a proud little momma watchin her kids go off to school. They can handle this new and exciting challenge and I couldn't think of a more deserving Chapter!
They are SUPERSTARS in ADPi right now lol. Everyone keeps telling me what a wonderful job i did--and i want everyone to know--THEY did this all on THEIR OWN!
I helped with bid day--since bid day was planned for around 15 alphas! lol But that's it! These women deserve every ounce of credit!
I <3 you all Beta Alpha!
Let me start by giving you some background on this Chapter and Indiana University.
IU doesn't have the traditional total/quota system. Our women last year had 12 alphas last year (4-5 of them being snap bids.) This year they were hoping for 15!
We had a phenomenal week of recruitment. These women were postitive, knew what they were selling, and kept up the energy and enthusiasm all week. We had many special moments together--one being after a long day of parties. We sat there and loved on each other and said all of the positive things about the day. It turned into this huge thing about what makes ADPi at IU so special. Needless to say--they did a fabulous job!
They had a 71%, 78% 83% return rates through out the rounds--which is CRAZY! They matched with 65 women on bid day! 65-- 6---5!! This is the largest alpha class they've had in over 70 years. They created history--and I was lucky enough to witness this very special moment! I couldn't be more proud! These women made me feel so at home--and I really am hoping to go back. They are such a mixed group and I <3 them all!
O i forgot to mention, they have 54 deltas!! lol I wrote them a little manual on how to deal with doubling your chapter size! I'm not going to lie, I think it was good! I feel like a proud little momma watchin her kids go off to school. They can handle this new and exciting challenge and I couldn't think of a more deserving Chapter!
They are SUPERSTARS in ADPi right now lol. Everyone keeps telling me what a wonderful job i did--and i want everyone to know--THEY did this all on THEIR OWN!
I helped with bid day--since bid day was planned for around 15 alphas! lol But that's it! These women deserve every ounce of credit!
I <3 you all Beta Alpha!
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Monday, January 4, 2010
Beta Alpha--Indiana University
I arrived at Beta Alpha today with a current temperature of 15 degrees. It's not miserable to tell you the truth! I enjoyed my ride in with Katie. She seems nice! I attended a meeting and then everyone broke for dinner. No one took me along so luckily Tara visited here last semester and was able to tell me where the kitchen was! I had a nice healthy bowl of cheerios:( I grabbed an apple for later, lol.
I am not losing hope in the Beta Alpha Chapter by any means. I understand recruitment is a stressful and tiresome time! Hopefully my night gets better, since we'll be up for the next couple of hours! lol Yay for travel days that lead into long nights! Recruitment never changes! No matter where you go, it's a lot of work, and little rest! I <3 ADPi and I <3 recruitment time!
I am not losing hope in the Beta Alpha Chapter by any means. I understand recruitment is a stressful and tiresome time! Hopefully my night gets better, since we'll be up for the next couple of hours! lol Yay for travel days that lead into long nights! Recruitment never changes! No matter where you go, it's a lot of work, and little rest! I <3 ADPi and I <3 recruitment time!
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
January Schedule
Indiana University
- Beta Alpha
- Jan 4-14
Hanover College
- Phi
- 14-18
University of Kentucky
- Beta Psi
- 18-21
Emory University
- Delta Alpha
- 21-25
OFF 25-28
Northern Illinois University
- Delta Omega
- 28- ??
Fall 2009 schedule
District 1
- Augusta State University
District 2
- Murray State University
- Methodist University
District 3
- Bucknell University
- Penn State University
- Villanova University
- University of Deleware
- University of Maryland
- Western Connecticut State University
District 4
- University of Manitoba
District 5
- William Jewel College
- University of Arkansas
District 6
- Cal State Chico
- Arizona State University
Sunday, December 20, 2009
The adventures of Eta Omicron (WestConn)... ;)
So, this post is coming a little late--but I have to update you on my visit to Eta Omicron, Western Connecticut State University.
Lets start with the fact that the visit was odd in the fact that the girls had already done interviews, but elections weren't until after I left. The old officers were essentially done with their position, and I couldn't transition the new officers--so it was just an odd time to visit. We made the best of it though!
1. It snowed my first night there! It was beautiful!
2.One of the nights I went shopping for Christmas presents with one of my roommates. We came back to find our building surrounded by police cars and police officers putting on their bullet proof vests with rifles. We tried getting in the building and they said we weren't allowed in and could wait in another building on campus. (mind you it was in the 20 degree range!) We jumped a balcony (on the first floor) and went up the side stairs. (Probably a bad move..) We got into our room and then got texts saying that there was a guy with a gun in the building. There were 4 of us home and we all went into the same room waiting to find out what was going on. The rumor mill/text chain was rediculous. We heard all sorts of crazy stories. We were eventually evacuated so that dogs could search the buildings. Needless to say--it was a crazy, scary, roller coaster of a situation. Mrs. Galentine (D3 DTD) was awesome. I called her so she was aware of the situation! I also called Annie (my boss) was at a dance class and told me if I called back and got her voicemail, that she'd call me back. Wow, if a gun situation can't get her attention, I'm not sure what will. lol Anyway--we were locked out of the building until around 130 or so, and got evacuated at around 830. It was a long evening to say the least.
4. I went to their semi formal which was my last night of the visit--and my last visit of the semester. It was really really fun! We danced all night! My feet hurt so bad, but it was so worth it!
This has been one heck of a semester and I couldn't have asked for a better experience!! I've met some amazing women along the way.. and hope I have made a difference!
I'm really looking forward to this semester! I have definitely found a rhythm and am loving my life more than ever! Thank you to those of you who share in my journey! I love you all!
Lets start with the fact that the visit was odd in the fact that the girls had already done interviews, but elections weren't until after I left. The old officers were essentially done with their position, and I couldn't transition the new officers--so it was just an odd time to visit. We made the best of it though!
1. It snowed my first night there! It was beautiful!
2.One of the nights I went shopping for Christmas presents with one of my roommates. We came back to find our building surrounded by police cars and police officers putting on their bullet proof vests with rifles. We tried getting in the building and they said we weren't allowed in and could wait in another building on campus. (mind you it was in the 20 degree range!) We jumped a balcony (on the first floor) and went up the side stairs. (Probably a bad move..) We got into our room and then got texts saying that there was a guy with a gun in the building. There were 4 of us home and we all went into the same room waiting to find out what was going on. The rumor mill/text chain was rediculous. We heard all sorts of crazy stories. We were eventually evacuated so that dogs could search the buildings. Needless to say--it was a crazy, scary, roller coaster of a situation. Mrs. Galentine (D3 DTD) was awesome. I called her so she was aware of the situation! I also called Annie (my boss) was at a dance class and told me if I called back and got her voicemail, that she'd call me back. Wow, if a gun situation can't get her attention, I'm not sure what will. lol Anyway--we were locked out of the building until around 130 or so, and got evacuated at around 830. It was a long evening to say the least.
4. I went to their semi formal which was my last night of the visit--and my last visit of the semester. It was really really fun! We danced all night! My feet hurt so bad, but it was so worth it!
This has been one heck of a semester and I couldn't have asked for a better experience!! I've met some amazing women along the way.. and hope I have made a difference!
I'm really looking forward to this semester! I have definitely found a rhythm and am loving my life more than ever! Thank you to those of you who share in my journey! I love you all!
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