<p>I just got accepted to Clemson and I am considering joining a sorority next year. Can anyone give me a feel for how intense greek life is at Clemson/ give your honest opinion about the different sororities?</p>
<p>I have an older daughter at CU now, who is a member of one of the sororities. She is having a great time and gaining so much leadership experience! However, only 25% of students belong to one, so it is not a prerequisite to belong. Hope that helps!</p>
<p>Greek life is not that intense at Clemson, but it is definitely apparent. The Greeks have all of their events, and being in a frat/sorority can be time consuming (pledging), but it is really what you make of it. I can't really answer about any specific sororities, but let me know if you have any general questions.</p>
<p>There is plenty to do at Clemson if you do not go Greek, so you shouldn’t feel any pressure to do so. </p>
<p>Having said that, I went Greek at Clemson and wouldn’t change it for the world. It is a great way to get involved on campus, gain leadership experience, and make lifelong friendships. All of the sororities have their strengths and weaknesses, so the important thing is just to find where you feel most comfortable. </p>
<p>Also, remember that you can rush without pledging! Rush is a fantastic opportunity to meet people regardless of whether or not you end up joining a sorority.</p>
<p>My daughter joined a sorority at Clemson and loved every minute of it. She made friends for life and met one of her best friends during rush. I agree with the above posts that there is not a pressure to go Greek at Clemson like at some other schools, but if you’re interested, I’d urge you to consider rushing and see what it’s all about. Greek life was a real plus for my daughter.</p>
<p>anyone know anything about the fraternities?
Greek Life isn’t as popular in the northeast as in the south so I don’t really know much about it. I’m kinda hesitant to join one from what I’ve heard (maybe stereotypes though?) but I am planning on rushing this fall.</p>
<p>Any updated information on sorority recruitment at Clemson. I’m certain everyone has their own opinion about the best sororities… but are there sororities you should avoid for reasons that might not be apparent during rush?</p>
<p>Also - how many recommendations should you have for each sorority?</p>
<p>Do the girls from South Carolina have preference?</p>
<p>cheermommy, that is a loaded question. I obviously have my own opinions about each sorority but I am first a guy and what is important to me, may be different to you or your daughter so I would definitely have your daughter go through rush unbiased and make her own decision. I rarely if ever hear of girls who complain about getting put in the wrong sorority or regret their decision to join one so the recruitment process does a good job of putting each girl where they belong. Hope that helps! (For what it’s worth, I don’t think there is a sorority that has a negative reputation on campus from what I know).</p>
<p>In terms of recommendations, the number is up to you. They are not required by any means. If you do choose to send any, send them here: <a href=“http://clemsongreeklife.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=21&Itemid=29[/url]”>http://clemsongreeklife.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=21&Itemid=29</a></p>
<p>Best info on WAITLIST! After my daughter was admitted off the waitlist, I talked to the admissions counselor about how they decided who got admitted off the waitlist. She indicated that the most important factor was the applciant’s interest in attending Clemson. They want to take kids off the waitlist that they know will accept and attend. During the waitlist period, I called about every three - four weeks just to “check in”. I also told them it was my daughter’s first choice and she would definitely attend if admitted. You don’t want to “bug” the admissions office - but they do want to hear from you.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>