Panhellenic Association Recruitment

Membership in a Panhellenic sorority begins with a process of mutual selection traditionally known as "Rush."  Recruitment is the best way to learn about sorority life and make a decision about membership.

The Process

Formal Recruitment occurs only during the fall semester of each year. A Mass Meeting is held in early September. The Mass Meeting provides important details about the rush process. Even more information is available at the Sorority Forum, which presents the opportunity to meet members from each sorority and ask any questions students may have. Women interested in Rush must register prior to the advertised deadline.

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Recruitment is comprised of four (4) sets of parties:  Mixers, Second Set, Third Set, and Preference Parties.  As recruitment progresses, sororities issue invitations and potential new members decide where they wish to visit again.  At the end of this mutual selection process, sororities extend invitations to pledge (bids).  A mixer is the time to get a brief look at each chapter and form a first impression of our sorority community as a whole.  Second Set is the chance to actually learn what it's like to live in a sorority house and find out more about the countless opportunities available.  Third Set is when potential new members learn about and participate in an important aspect of sorority life, philanthropy.   Finally, Preference Parties are formal events with ceremonies at which members express personal feelings about their sisterhood.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a recommendation?

Recommendations are not required for sorority recruitment.  Should a family member or friend offer to write a recommendation, it should be sent directly to the chapter.  Recommendations forms can usually be found in each sorority's national magazine.

Should I attend the Mass Meeting?

Yes, important information about the process will be given. Additionally. you will be able to ask questions of current members.

What should I wear?

Mixers Dress:  Casual; jeans, class attire, comfortable shoes
Second Set Parties Dress:  Same as Mixers
Third Set Parties Dress:  Slightly dressier; dress pants, skirts, casual sundresses
Preference Parties Dress:  Dressier; cocktail dress but not formal evening wear

How do I know where to go?

The process and terminology may seem confusing, but you will be assigned recruitment officers, known as Rho Omegas. They are junior or senior sorority members who provide support and knowledge throughout Formal Recruitment.

What does it cost to join a sorority? 

The average cost the first year is $1,000.  This is higher than upcoming years due to one-time costs.  Financial information for each chapter is given out during Second Set Parties.

Do any chapters hold Winter Rush?

A limited number of sororities may hold informal events during the Winter Semester.  It is important to understand that only eligible chapters may hold events during the Winter semester and that it is possible that no chapters hold events.

Dates to Remember for 2008

Sept.22007

Classes Begin





Sept.72007

Sorority Forum

2:00-5:00PM
Michigan Union Ballroom
 

Sept.102007

Mass Meeting

A-L 6:00PM or M-Z 8:00PM
Michigan Union Ballroom
 

Sept.142007

Mixers (1st round)

1:00-5:30PM
Chapter Houses
 

Sept.152007

Mixers (1st round)

7:00-10:20PM
Chapter Houses
 

Sept.182007

Second Set (2nd round)

7:00-10:25PM
Chapter Houses
 

Sept.192007

Second Set (2nd round)

6:00-10:20PM
Chapter Houses
 

Sept.212007

Third Set (3nd round)

1:00-4:00PM & 5:30-8:30PM
Chapter Houses
 

Sept.242007

Preference Parties

7:00-10:40PM
Chapter Houses
 

Sept.262007

Bid Day

5:30PM
 
 

 

Questions?

Contact greek.info@umich.edu

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