8 Reasons You’ll be Glad You Joined a Sorority in College

Joining a sorority is a huge decision that can change your life from pledge week on. The sisterhood you make, the people you will meet, the journey you will take will make you not only a stronger college student but also help you discover who you really are. There are so many joys that come with being a sorority sister that it was hard to get it down to just the top eight. But here are what we think are the best reasons why you’ll be glad you joined a sorority.

1.   Mentors and Friends

Even if you’re new to the whole sorority thing, you most likely have heard of big and littles. It’s the bond between an older sister and a new recruit that eventually branches out to grand-bigs and great-grand-littles. These senior ladies take their pledges under their wings, give them special treats, and make them feel welcome. They’re also a shoulder to cry on, someone to vent to, and a person to look up to.

2.   Alumni Connections

Speaking of people to look up to, you can’t forget that your sorority is like a badge of honor you’ll wear well after you graduate. You’ll find sisters from other chapters and graduating years that you can network with by just mentioning your affiliation. That’s a huge plus if you’re looking to go into fields such as business, politics, or media.

3.   Unique Experiences

You are probably excited to be part of the pledge parties with their outings and socials. But just wait! Life in a sorority means plenty of opportunity to experience life as a sister. There’s formals, spring break trips, joint events with brother frats, and so much more! And having built-in friends means you’ll never have to go it alone.

4.   Leadership Opportunities

While it may seem years away, being a part of a sorority can mean huge bonuses for your resume if you plan on getting more involved. Presidents of sororities are known as being strong, bold leaders able to wrangle up a team. Secretaries are organized and valuable. Event leaders are coordinated and creative. Having these positions on your resume can show that you didn’t just spend the last four years attending classes and laying around your dorm.

5.   Sisterhood for Life

It goes without saying that the number one reason to join a sorority are the friendships. But it goes beyond new BFFs. It’s that these sisters last a lifetime. You’ll forever be bonded by your years together, and you’ll find many of your sisters present at major life events such as weddings and new job celebrations.

6.   Academic Support

Even if your sorority is purely social, you can find academic support from the built-in network. Struggling to pass Calculus? Call up the math major alumni. Need help reviewing Civil War dates? Ask a sister to read through your study cards together. While it’s tough to manage both worlds, sororities push each member to do their best.

7.   Nonprofit Work

We love sororities because they are committed to not only making their lives more amazing, but they also bring that spirit to their community. Most sororities focus on a particular cause or event, and fundraise or do actual work on a regular basis. This should be a huge deciding factor when picking which to pledge.

8.   Memories for a Lifetime

Finally, this all leads to those scrapbooks, photo frames, hand-painted letters, tickets from events, and tons of other mementos that you’ll walk away with. Your sorority is more than just outings and social calendars, but also about making your college experience that much more memorable.

Resource: ocm.com