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[quote=Anonymous]I'd have a 2 prong approach. Because deadlines are approaching, I'd first help her get some transfer applications out. That will keep her busy and distracted for a couple of weeks. Sounds like the kid is already making a big effort but encourage them to keep trying. If they are a good student, apply to be a TA. Make plans with acquaintances she has. Take a fitness class. Find a no cut fun club. A pp mentioned faith based groups and that is another avenue. Volunteer. If they want to try again at greek life, see if there is post rush cob in the spring or fall. The friends who got bids will be busy in the short term, but stay connected bc things will settke down. Does dd know any older girls at the school - maybe from her hs or friend of a friend? My freshman set up coffee mtgs with older girls and they gave her a lot of advice and encouragement when things haven't always gone well. They have been good mentors. All of them acknowledged that they didn't get their social footing until well into the spring senester. Good luck!!! Also want to add that some schools accept transfers in the spring semester (which I never knew). We know a kid who transfered to Brown in spring semester of their sophomore year. I think the deadline for spring transfer was in the fall. [/quote]

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