A Peek Inside Dickinson’s Sororities: Kappa Kappa Gamma

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I never thought I’d join a sorority. The stereotypes they entailed were simply something I could never envision myself being a part of. But, I think its safe to say that going through the recruitment process and giving it a try was one of the best experiences I’ve had so far at Dickinson. I went into recruitment not knowing a single thing about any of the Greek organizations on campus. In fact the only preconceived ideas I had on Greek life in general was what I had seen in movies or read in the news.  But putting all stereotypes aside I went into the recruitment process with an open mind, and let it run its course.

As cliché as it sounds accepting my bid from Kappa Kappa Gamma, gave me a new place I could call home. I met tons of incredible women who I may never have gotten the chance to meet, along with some who I am now lucky enough to call my best friends and family. One thing that struck me was how every sister in Kappa has a truly unique and distinct personality, while still being a part of the same unifying agent.

Within the first week of accepting my bid I met girls heavily involved with various clubs, organizations and interests outside of their sorority. As for our service and philanthropy, we are not only able to serve throughout the local area but able to raise money and donate it to Reading Is Fundamental, Inc. (RIF), which is a nonprofit literary organization that strives to make books available for millions of children throughout the country, which is truly rewarding. Two other sisters who went through the recruitment process last spring shared many of the same positive feeling I did.

“I initially chose to join Greek life for the opportunity to meet and entirely new group of girls on campus. It’s another way to introduce yourself to new people as freshman, other than those you who you live with or have classes with. I met some of my best friends through the Greek system. It’s also another great way to get involved on campus by holding leadership positions and advocating for your sorority, which really appealed to me.” said Kate Eby ’18. She continued on and said, “Kappa has definitely allowed me to become a leader on campus, even early on as a freshman. I’m currently the VP of academic excellence and never thought I’d be able to hold a position like that as an underclassman. It also allowed me to branch out and become closer with people who I otherwise never would have the opportunity to know.”

Prudy Whalen, ’17 stated, “I really do feel like I have found a family on campus. Each girl brings something different to the organization and that’s what makes it so special. Being a sister of Kappa Kappa Gamma has been one of my favorite parts of being a Dickinsonian.”

Overall, I would say, attempt to put all the stereotypes aside and give the recruitment process a try. It’s an experience like no other and opens up new doors to not only meeting new amazing people but also partaking in leadership and rewarding service events.