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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My understanding (went to a school with no Greek life) is that sororities are very different at different schools. It's good that she has identified this as important to her so that when you look at schools, you can also ask questions about the sororities on campus. [/quote]

This is absolutely the case.  Not only do the Greek scenes vary from school to school, each sorority also varies.  I was in a sorority and am still friends with some of the girls today (at age 50).  Surprisingly, one of the most important skills I learned in the sorority was to get along with people that I would have never spent time with otherwise.  Trust your daughter's gut.  When she gets to her chosen campus, she can explore Greek life and make a decision.  I didn't rush until my second year.  Many of my fondest memories are from frat/sorority exchanges.  I managed to work 20 hours a week, take 6 extra credits per semester, and enjoy Greek life -- and get scholarships for my full tuition and board.[/quote]

Much of the same here. I rushed sophomore year when I felt more settled at school. Still friends with my big sister today, but full disclosure we were friends before the sorority.

I agree on the skills I learned in the sorority being important life skills.   I actually credit my active listening skills in part to Greek life. It is a big part of the rush process. Also as PP mentioned I become friends with people I might not otherwise have met.

And of course I credit my ability to be in about of the ladies room in about a minute and my massage skills to the sorority as well.

I think you daughter just needs to make wise choices. Greek life isn't for everyone but if it is for you it is great.  You are not buying friends. What you pay for is room and board (which you would have to pay for anyway) and membership into a group with activities in which you can participate.

It is no more buying friends than  paying to be on your county soccer team. [/quote]

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