What not to say while rushing?
No swearing or cussing. Don’t lie about your sorority. Don’t speak negatively about other sororities or fraternities. Don’t guarantee PNMs a bid to your sorority.
How do you act when rushing a fraternity?
Rushing a Frat 101, or how to get it right from a guy who didn’t…
- Always talk to the rush chairs of multiple fraternities beforehand.
- Keep an open mind.
- Try to get connected with as many fraternities as you can and go to pre-rush events.
- Never, ever, and I mean NEVER, EVER, suicide rush.
What questions do frats ask during rush?
Make sure to ask yourself the following questions:
- What is the history of this fraternity or sorority?
- What is the organizational culture of your campus’s chapter?
- What is the larger organizational culture?
- What kind of experience do you want to have?
- What kind of experience does this fraternity or sorority offer?
What do frats call rushing?
“Rushing” is when students become acquainted with the different fraternities or sororities on campus, and the process can range from very formal and structured to informal and casual.
How do you answer frat questions?
You can answer this question by listing the activities you did in high school and explain why you joined certain clubs, sports, or activities. Even further, highlight what you got out of each activity. This shows the fraternity that you didn’t join a sport or club “just because” or to embellish your transcript.
How do you make a good impression in fraternity rush?
How to Make a Good Impression on a Fraternity
- Show Respect. One of the most challenging things for some prospects to do is to put aside the “Animal House” perception they have of fraternities.
- Show Up. Show respect to fraternity members by arriving on time to all rush week activities.
- Ask Questions.
- Stay Open-Minded.
Whats a GEED mean?
verb gees, geeing or geed. (usually foll by up) to move (an animal, esp a horse) ahead; urge on. (foll by up) to encourage (someone) to greater effort or activity. noun. slang See gee-gee.
What is the difference between rushing and pledging?
Students participating in rush are known as “rushees” (Potential New Members “PNMs”) while students who have accepted a bid to a specific fraternity or sorority are known as “new members” or in some cases “pledges”.
What should I wear to a frat interview?
When in doubt, it is always better to be overdressed (suit and tie) than under-dressed (khaki’s and polo). Do dress in dark, neutral colors. At this age, you should have at least one suit in your closet. Don’t worry if you only have one—I only had one suit in college, too.
What should I ask a frat guy?
General Questions
- What can your fraternity/sorority offer a student?
- What makes your chapter unique and sets it apart from other chapters?
- What types of leadership opportunities do you offer?
- Are your brothers/sisters active on campus?
- Is your chapter active on campus?
- How much time commitment is expected?
Is it hard to get a fraternity bid?
It shouldn’t be too hard to get a bid if you’re a good fit. They’re talking to a lot of people so you want them to recognize that you’ve been coming out. Other than that, make sure you’re asking real questions about the fraternity.
What is dirty rushing?
Dirty rushing is when a Greek chapter specifically tells a PNM that if they want that chapter, it’s theirs. It can also include drinking/partying with PNMs and speaking to a PNM during the ‘silent period’ – the period after final party but before bid day where members of Greek Life are forbidden to speak to PNMs.
What are new frat members called?
New Member – A member of a sorority or fraternity who has not been initiated (also called associate member or pledge). New Member Period – The time during which new members learn about their organization, its members, and their activities.
Is Order of Omega a big deal?
Greek Leadership Honor Society
Order of Omega is the most prestigious Greek leadership honorary in the nation. Membership consists of the top 3% of Greek leaders from each campus community.
What do you talk about on cob?
A lot of potential new members (women who are going through sorority recruitment) feel a lot of pressure when answering these questions. They feel like their answers have to be PERFECT!
Here are some other topics to ask about:
- philanthropy events.
- social functions the sorority holds throughout the year.
- Big/Little.
What are the 3 B’s sorority?
Stay away from the forbidden three B’s: boys, booze and bucks. Don’t brag about your crazy parties, how much money your parents have or the guys you date. These are not things you want them judging you on, and frankly, they make you sound ultra trashy.
What should I ask for on Value Day?
Here are 10 questions to help you start the values conversation:
- What does the word “values” mean to me personally? As a family?
- What’s most important?
- Where did these values come from?
- What family stories or role models have instilled my values and worldview?
- How do these values show up in my actions?
What kind of questions do frats ask?
Fraternity and Sorority – Interview Questions
- Listen to the Entire Lesson.
- “Why should we let you in this fraternity?”
- “What do you want to gain from your experience in a fraternity?”
- “What can you bring into this sorority?”
- “What are your hobbies?”
- “What do you usually do on a weekend?”
- “Do you like to go to parties?”
What are good questions to ask?
Break the ice and get to know people better by selecting several of these get-to-know-you questions.
- Who is your hero?
- If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
- What is your biggest fear?
- What is your favorite family vacation?
- What would you change about yourself if you could?
- What really makes you angry?
What does a frat boy wear?
Casualwear for frat boys includes a supply of the following garments: chino pants, polo shirts, and button down tops. The most important thing to take note of is the color. Frat boys prefer colored shorts in either pastel hues or bright colors, which can be paired with a top in a similar color tone.
