Yes, this was spot on. When you started talking about “who you with” I started laughing because that’s exactly what happened. I ended up going to so many community service events and asking to volunteer, that if I couldn’t make one it was noticed and mentioned at the following event. Also, be prepared to attend events and volunteer for a time, if the chapter isn’t doing intake for a while. I showed up and volunteered for 2 years before they had intake. There were other chapters nearby, but I wanted to join this one. Advice- you waited for this chapter, don’t let anything sway you. 💚💕💚💕
I had a good friend at work that became my sponsor into the Frat. Once I showed interest to him he advised me on all the events to meet the brothers. So when time to came, the chapter knew me and what I was about.
I went to a fundraiser event last week and I totally could have used this! Thank you sharing this! The info will definitely be useful for future events.
I love your advice. Currently, seeking grad chapter and your advice is so accurate. I've been invited and going to events. My question is how will I know when or if they are having a intake process? I guess they will send me invitation letter/ how if they don't have my contact information umm🤷🏿♂️
Great question. Sometimes they’ll verbally invite you to informational and ask for your contact. Other than that they will ask for your information beforehand to invite you
It depends . If you need an Invitation to be considered for Intake/membership, someone will have to tell you about the informational . Other organizations have open informational sessions . Good luck.
I sent an email to the vice president. She seemed very polite and told me to keep up with the social media pages. But she asked me my name and I got stuck lol
Is it inappropriate to email VPs of more than one chapter? The COVID situation is making it really hard to actually physically attend public events and I haven't been able to use those experiences to narrow down the chapter I want to show more interest in. How should I approach if I am looking into 2 chapters in my city? Thanks!
You can research both chapter’s social media platforms. Check out my video on COVID for interests ruclips.net/video/rY2i_Pi066A/видео.html for more info.
What would you advise to be proper phone etiquette when members give you their number? Like what are you supposed to do without being awkward? I noticed interested people exchange numbers too, I’m finding the grad process as an interest is VERY different from undergrad.
Treat it as if it were at your job. Keep it business casual. You can ask questions and have a conversation but keep in mind that you're still in the "interview process."
You mentioned that it is best to send a letter of interest via email. I have gone to the chapter's website and there is no email address for the vice president, there is only a blanket 'contact us' form. Should I send my letter of interest through that form or just simply ask for more information?
Hi Kels!! I’m actively pursuing a grad chapter and am pretty good friends with a member of their organization and she has shown interest in me joining her chapter. In my inquiry email to the chapter VP, is it okay to mention the name of that member or would that be overstepping bounds? Should I even send an email to the chapter VP or just rely on my friend to vouch for me? Thanks in advance! Absolutely LOVE your vids! ❤
Thanks for your continued support of my channel. Firstly, does the organization account solicitation for membership? If not, then an inquiry email may not be appropriate. I don’t think you need an inquiry letter if they know that you’re interested. What are you inquiring? DM me
What happens when they leave you on read or are nonchalant in their emails? Should you keep pursuing? Should I bother going to their virtual zoom events or just leave it alone? I have two grad chapters in my area.
You should want to join a chapter that actively communicates with you. I would look into other options. There’s nothing wrong with courting different chapters of the same organization
Kels, first thank you for your videos. I want to express interest in a local grad chapter and attended a recent intake with the chapter but decided focus on furthering my community involvement. How would you suggest to further show my interest? Should I email the organization about events or just participate and show up? I want to ensure that I am seen and express my interest.
Thanks for watching my videos. I think that you should still make an effort to attend as many hosted events as you can. You don't have the email the chapter if you're receiving regular updates regarding their events. If you're not receiving updates, then you can message them or follow their social media for updates.
Hello great information I wanted to know there are about 3 grad chapters around my area. is it best to email all 3, or try to seek events to see which one is best for me prior to an email telling them I am interested? I wanted to know if its not good to tell all 3 grad chapters of the same organizations I am interested and ask for events of each. Or is it best to only email 1 and go to the one event only?
Check out my video on this topic and "Before you reach out". It is my recommendation to choose one. ruclips.net/video/Cx3WIrmdiF0/видео.html&pp=ygUea2Vsc3RlbGxzIGJlZm9yZSB5b3UgcmVhY2ggb3V0 and ruclips.net/video/HZ-3m8usvto/видео.html&pp=ygUSa2Vsc3RlbGxzIHR3byBncmFk
If the organization does not accept solicitation for membership, that it would explain why the response was short. Does the organization accept solicitation for membership?
In November I was invited to attend an event from one of the grad chapters and gave the VP my contact information after talking to a few members of this particular organization. The next day I emailed a thank you letter and I have not heard anything back. I have been looking on their website for future events but have not seen anything. What do you recommend I do next? Should I email again?
It wouldn’t hurt you to ask them their perspective on the sorority and/or their experience joining the organization. I recommend attending the events of the chapter you want to join so that you’ll have the opportunity to meet active chapter members
I used a lot of your advice and now I'm a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. 💙🤍🕊
That’s awesome! Spread the word!
Congratulations
I crossed my graduate AKA chapter this past spring, and I STILL watch your videos! You ALWAYS put out great content and you are always spot on!
Awe! Thank you! Congratulations on crossing AKA sister Greek! Yip-Skee 💛💗💛💗
Please share if you did anything in addition to what was offered in this video. I am trying as well.
Yes, this was spot on. When you started talking about “who you with” I started laughing because that’s exactly what happened. I ended up going to so many community service events and asking to volunteer, that if I couldn’t make one it was noticed and mentioned at the following event.
Also, be prepared to attend events and volunteer for a time, if the chapter isn’t doing intake for a while. I showed up and volunteered for 2 years before they had intake. There were other chapters nearby, but I wanted to join this one. Advice- you waited for this chapter, don’t let anything sway you. 💚💕💚💕
I had a good friend at work that became my sponsor into the Frat. Once I showed interest to him he advised me on all the events to meet the brothers. So when time to came, the chapter knew me and what I was about.
Thanks for sharing your experience 😊
I went to a fundraiser event last week and I totally could have used this! Thank you sharing this! The info will definitely be useful for future events.
That’s great! Now you’ll know what to do
Thank you for this information Queen. I feel more confident in my journey to find the Grad Chapter that fits me.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for the video, really puts my mind at ease on how to approach. I signed up to go to my first event in Dec.
This came right on time. I have my first informational meeting coming up soon.
Congrats! Make sure you’re subscribed and turn on that 🔔. I have more info coming soon 😉
I love your advice. Currently, seeking grad chapter and your advice is so accurate. I've been invited and going to events. My question is how will I know when or if they are having a intake process? I guess they will send me invitation letter/ how if they don't have my contact information umm🤷🏿♂️
Great question. Sometimes they’ll verbally invite you to informational and ask for your contact. Other than that they will ask for your information beforehand to invite you
@@KelsTells Great! Thanks 👌🏾👌🏾
It depends . If you need an Invitation to be considered for Intake/membership, someone will have to tell you about the informational . Other organizations have open informational sessions . Good luck.
Great advice thank you 😊
I like your videos thanks. I feel like graduate chapters take longer to have a line. Keep posting more 😁
Thank you! Every chapter is different which is why I always encourage consistency and communication 😊
Great info Kells. I am old-head and returning to college. Great info! We’ll talk soon!
I sent an email to the vice president. She seemed very polite and told me to keep up with the social media pages. But she asked me my name and I got stuck lol
Is it inappropriate to email VPs of more than one chapter? The COVID situation is making it really hard to actually physically attend public events and I haven't been able to use those experiences to narrow down the chapter I want to show more interest in. How should I approach if I am looking into 2 chapters in my city? Thanks!
You can research both chapter’s social media platforms. Check out my video on COVID for interests ruclips.net/video/rY2i_Pi066A/видео.html for more info.
Hello, if i attended a grad chapter event should i email them to say thank you? Or just keep attending future events?
I think that’s a polite thing to do
What would you advise to be proper phone etiquette when members give you their number? Like what are you supposed to do without being awkward? I noticed interested people exchange numbers too, I’m finding the grad process as an interest is VERY different from undergrad.
Treat it as if it were at your job. Keep it business casual. You can ask questions and have a conversation but keep in mind that you're still in the "interview process."
You mentioned that it is best to send a letter of interest via email. I have gone to the chapter's website and there is no email address for the vice president, there is only a blanket 'contact us' form. Should I send my letter of interest through that form or just simply ask for more information?
You can email their “contact us” and request more information. You don’t have to send a letter of interest just yet
Do you think it's okay to visit different Grad chapters of the same sorority?
Sure
Hi Kels!! I’m actively pursuing a grad chapter and am pretty good friends with a member of their organization and she has shown interest in me joining her chapter. In my inquiry email to the chapter VP, is it okay to mention the name of that member or would that be overstepping bounds? Should I even send an email to the chapter VP or just rely on my friend to vouch for me? Thanks in advance! Absolutely LOVE your vids! ❤
Thanks for your continued support of my channel. Firstly, does the organization account solicitation for membership? If not, then an inquiry email may not be appropriate. I don’t think you need an inquiry letter if they know that you’re interested. What are you inquiring? DM me
You are amazing!
Thank you!
What happens when they leave you on read or are nonchalant in their emails? Should you keep pursuing? Should I bother going to their virtual zoom events or just leave it alone? I have two grad chapters in my area.
You should want to join a chapter that actively communicates with you. I would look into other options. There’s nothing wrong with courting different chapters of the same organization
Kels, first thank you for your videos. I want to express interest in a local grad chapter and attended a recent intake with the chapter but decided focus on furthering my community involvement. How would you suggest to further show my interest? Should I email the organization about events or just participate and show up? I want to ensure that I am seen and express my interest.
Thanks for watching my videos. I think that you should still make an effort to attend as many hosted events as you can. You don't have the email the chapter if you're receiving regular updates regarding their events. If you're not receiving updates, then you can message them or follow their social media for updates.
What does it mean if the VP approached you at an event and introduced herself as well as other members, including the president?
This is good
Hello great information I wanted to know there are about 3 grad chapters around my area. is it best to email all 3, or try to seek events to see which one is best for me prior to an email telling them I am interested? I wanted to know if its not good to tell all 3 grad chapters of the same organizations I am interested and ask for events of each. Or is it best to only email 1 and go to the one event only?
Check out my video on this topic and "Before you reach out". It is my recommendation to choose one. ruclips.net/video/Cx3WIrmdiF0/видео.html&pp=ygUea2Vsc3RlbGxzIGJlZm9yZSB5b3UgcmVhY2ggb3V0 and ruclips.net/video/HZ-3m8usvto/видео.html&pp=ygUSa2Vsc3RlbGxzIHR3byBncmFk
@KelsTells should I be worried if I emailed the VP, and their response was a little brief straight to the point?
If the organization does not accept solicitation for membership, that it would explain why the response was short. Does the organization accept solicitation for membership?
@@KelsTells no, they do not. I thought that only applied to membership.
It’s a blanket statement. There’s a workaround. Video coming soon for y’all!
@@KelsTells thanks, can’t wait!
Is it okay to visit all chapters to gain info about them prior to intake process?
What do you mean by visit all chapters? You can do research on each organization. Organizations also host meet and greets for you to learn more.
How many public events do you recommend attending prior to reaching out to the VP?
There’s no specific number. Attend as many as you can and do what makes you comfortable
@@KelsTells thank you!! I just came across your channel & have been watching some of your videos & they are very informative!
Thank you
In November I was invited to attend an event from one of the grad chapters and gave the VP my contact information after talking to a few members of this particular organization. The next day I emailed a thank you letter and I have not heard anything back. I have been looking on their website for future events but have not seen anything. What do you recommend I do next? Should I email again?
Yes, you can email to inquire about future events.
I don't know anyone from the chapter I want to join. All of the deltas I know are either in another chapter or are not financial. Will that hurt me?
It wouldn’t hurt you to ask them their perspective on the sorority and/or their experience joining the organization. I recommend attending the events of the chapter you want to join so that you’ll have the opportunity to meet active chapter members