thank u for being transparent! it’s so hard to find videos on yt that actually explains how to get into a sorority-no sugarcoating. this was really helpful and I’ll be sure to use your tips!
Some people are saying this video is inappropriate and should be taken down.😂 Why? Bc all prospective members at some point wanted to know more about the sorority before they joined. Don’t act brand new after you finally get in.
I'm happy u said about being pretty and stuff CuzZ I kinda was worried because everyone was always stereotyping u have to be pretty and always have ur hair and nails done and ... Im not really like that I just wanna join because I love there community service and there history that I saw I don't really know anything else about the other sorority but yes
I remember watching this video spring semester (8 months ago) I went to the MLK event that my school was having and I went up to the table to ask questions about the sorority, I was going to all of the events they had to get more information and etc. and this one aka asked me which one was I interested in so she could tell me specific information. I got so nervous,I literally froze because I was advised to be discreet. she told me it was okay for me to tell her but I feel like I messed up telling her now that I think about☹️she gave me a lot of information and told me to go to the website and she was actually telling me what to do like she genuinely wished well for me. I didn’t end up making the line that spring because I missed a required document but this fall ( I honestly don’t know if I rubbed her the wrong way or if that girl told the president about me ) but the president of the org always stares at me and gives me weird looks. And now she lives right next door to me so I see her a lot. I avoid eye contact most of the time. It intimates me to the point where I fear if I try again to join I might not get in. I’m not sure if the president is the one who accepts members but I’m not sure what to do in this situation.
One girls opinion does not decide the opinions for the entire chapter. You should try to reach out to that woman again at some point because she can be a helpful mentor in the process, but you are not required to her friend. If you are serious about the sorority it might be good to reach back out to her because she will one day be your sister and you can create a genuine relationship with her. I’m terms of your paperwork, you must submit it correctly down to the T! Having missing documents will ensure that you won’t get picked because you do not have all of the requirements. I hope this helps. Feel free to email me with more question, if need be. Good luck 💕
how do i approach an aka without making them think i’m using them? in regards to finding about rush week. should i just ask her about activities i can get involved with now before i rush?
Hi, I’m from the same sorority as Melissa I would suggest watching Melissa’s video to make sure you are eligible to apply first, then figure out which AKA you want to ask. (Maybe you’re in the same glass, extra curricular group, work together etc) & when she is alone & not busy (because you want practice digression) say Hi, introduce yourself & simply ask do they have any volunteers opportunities or programs coming up. If you don’t have access to AKAs or you’re shy, check your school’s website office of student activities for upcoming Greek weeks or check campus for posted fliers. I hope this helps!
As a Brit this stuff is fascinating…. Nothing like this over here in the UK or at least in my 31 years of life … I would of joined something like this had it been available in the UK
So is the process basically going to be completed on campus/in-person with no pre-requisite online applications? Because I know for certain Panhellenic sororities, there's pre-fees and sign up sites online
NPHC and PHC organizations are different. AKA does not require any payment until AFTER you are chosen. Then that payment will go towards your annual dues.
Thank you for this video! Before joining, is it ok to talk to someone that’s already in your sorority of choice about it? I want to express my interest before rush but I want to do it in the most respectful way possible.
Hi i know this question is super late but i’m trying to do more research but as far as GPA you need just the cumulative of 2.5 or would i need it the semester prior to as well? i’ve seen different interpretations of how it’s written on the website and was needing confirmation
Girl this video was so good but I wonder how this video would apply to people that came into college the semester before the pandemic ( fall 2019) because that's when I started and sis I didn't have a chance to do nothing before my school shut down and went completely virtual . What suggestions would you give those prospects?
im glad you mad this video bcuz if i didnt see this when i did i would of never known it was so much money lmao but i got time so im finna stack now thank you sis.
Hey love, I see you didn’t mention anything about summer credit hours. I took 7 classes spring 22’,,,and taking 3 class this summer. Would they go by my Spring credits hours or summer? I’m confused with that one.
For my school, any classes taken in the spring/summer will be combined on your transcript. You will need to ask your school counselor or Financial aid rep.
Quick question, for graduate chapter, will one course be considered full time? Currently received acceptance to USC Columbia’s graduate program for Master’s of Mass Communications, but only taking one course at a time. Thank you for your help! 😊👍🏾
If the school states that it is full-time, then it is full time. However, you don't need to be in graduate school in order to be in a graduate chapter. You just need to possess and hold a degree from a 4 year accredited college.
@@princessmelissa Perfect! Thank you for providing this information. Hopefully, they will have events near my area for me to express interest. Thank you!
Sis, I promise I say this in love. This, is not of God. If you profess to be a believer in Christ Jesus, DO NOT PLEDGE. The reason why is because of the oaths you take when you go through the ceremony (probate) after being on line. The reason the D9 is called Greek is because there are Greek Gods operating behind these organizations, for the AKAs its Atlas. Greek gods, little “g”. I wanted to pledge so bad in high school and even wanted to go to an HBCU that didn’t even have my major just to pledge 😅. But God is faithful, he sent me all the way to Berklee College of Music in Boston so I could learn about the deception. Find sisters in Christ, not sorrors. This organization preaches sisterhood and community service, but sin and idolatry is always going to come with an appealing pretty bow wrapped on top… but it’s deception ladies! To some I may sound like a crazy Christian, but if you feel conviction after reading this there is a reason! Jesus is King sisters, be careful. No shade to the channel or its subscribers just some spiritual food for thought. I’ll be praying for you. Much love.
if i was a full time student at my comm college the semester before and transfer to the university can i still rush or do i have to wait until i complete a semester there?
I do not recommend networking with other interests ( at least not in public). It can make you look like a follower, or like your trying to use others to get in. I have seen many best friends and friend groups in which only one person was picked to become an AKA. You want to give yourself the best chance possible to get picked. I don't have any recommendations.
Because you a GPA that's why you to wait a semester. The worst thing you can do is drop. I need to talk to someone in a grad chapter.. because if your chapter suspended at your University how can you pledge
No you don’t. Sorors will teach you how to step, if you don’t have an idea of how to do it. Stepping is not a requirement so you don’t have to do it unless you want to
Hello, so I had a question about the grades? I am a freshman and my first semester, I had a 3.1 GPA however, my second semester I had less than 2.4 GPA. So could I get my gpa up my sophomore year and try and pledge my junior year or because I had less than a 2.5 one semester, are my chances of being an aka over? Thank you!
There are no payment plans. You usually have to pay it all at once. I would recommend putting money to the side early on so you don’t have to worry later
how should i go about asking a grad member for a letter of recommendation? i understand i shouldn’t tell people what sorority im interested in but how can i ask a current grad member for a letter while being discreet?
Hello ☺️ , I am wanting to become a member but on the website it says that I would have to be invited into the sorority since I am a graduate. To my understanding from what I’ve read, it says that I may gain more information by attending events- at these events would there be a possibility for me to speak to someone about becoming a member?
AKA rush is unpredictable. Every chapter and school is different, so everyone might not have rush each semester or each year. They have rush when they see fit.
You can join tour freshman year if you meet the requirements. Usually freshman can only join during the spring because they don’t have prior semester grades until the spring.
thank u for being transparent! it’s so hard to find videos on yt that actually explains how to get into a sorority-no sugarcoating. this was really helpful and I’ll be sure to use your tips!
😂😂😂BYEEEEE!!! My girl said “if you wanna stomp the yard, call Chris Brownnnnnn” 😂😂😂😂 I cannot
Girl! People be joining for the wrong reasons! Those are the same people that be denouncing too! lmaoo
@@princessmelissa hey sis I had a question about how much y’all do on campus. What does the time commitment look like?
@@princessmelissa also how do u balance cheer, if you’re still on it
Her tone and attitude in this video was needed 😭 its giving big sis told u the dos and the don’ts
Okayyyy! Hopefully I helped some people out. I may do another Greek video. Idk
So happy to be able to say I became a Soror this past week! 💗
Wonderful! Congratulations!
Did you get spit on to become one? Did you have to sleep with Alphas Qs or Kappas! Girl spill the tea!
Soror, welcome! However, this video is inappropriate and should be taken down.
@@cookingwithsylvmac6831??
I’m still in high school and this is my junior year in high school. I want to be apart of aka when I go to an hbcu. Y’all are so inspirational ❤️
Same girl same and I wanna go to TSU
Have u heard abt the rituals and stuff they gotta do?
@@Moyisola no ma’am no ma’am you are confused no hazing and damn sure no rituals stop lying
I love this but please please please try not to say it to any members of the organization or online again. Discretion is everything! be discreet! 💕
Please don’t broadcast
I’m now watching this as a new member of Alpha Kappa Alpha 💕💚 Spring 21
Same! 💕💚
@@dr.lovemyphresh_rn congratulations soror💚💕
Congratulations ladies!! WelKome to the sisterhood!
That is so awesome! Congratulations.💞
"Maybe sisterhood isn't for you. Maybe you should join a football team or something." Girl! 💀💀💀
This video was so bomb !! You literally answered everything plus more ! Thank you ❤️
Your welcome! Good luck!
Some people are saying this video is inappropriate and should be taken down.😂
Why?
Bc all prospective members at some point wanted to know more about the sorority before they joined.
Don’t act brand new after you finally get in.
This video is exactly what I was looking for!! You gave great advice!! I love your energy and you’re soooo pretty ❤️
30 years ago, a noble member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated vouched for me!
I'm happy u said about being pretty and stuff CuzZ I kinda was worried because everyone was always stereotyping u have to be pretty and always have ur hair and nails done and ... Im not really like that I just wanna join because I love there community service and there history that I saw I don't really know anything else about the other sorority but yes
Dropped this on my birthday 🥺 I knew you were from Chicago by how you talk
Yes girl. Apparently, people from Chicago have an accent 😂
I wanna be an AKA so bad! 🩷💞💚🐸
I remember watching this video spring semester (8 months ago) I went to the MLK event that my school was having and I went up to the table to ask questions about the sorority, I was going to all of the events they had to get more information and etc. and this one aka asked me which one was I interested in so she could tell me specific information. I got so nervous,I literally froze because I was advised to be discreet. she told me it was okay for me to tell her but I feel like I messed up telling her now that I think about☹️she gave me a lot of information and told me to go to the website and she was actually telling me what to do like she genuinely wished well for me. I didn’t end up making the line that spring because I missed a required document but this fall ( I honestly don’t know if I rubbed her the wrong way or if that girl told the president about me ) but the president of the org always stares at me and gives me weird looks. And now she lives right next door to me so I see her a lot. I avoid eye contact most of the time. It intimates me to the point where I fear if I try again to join I might not get in. I’m not sure if the president is the one who accepts members but I’m not sure what to do in this situation.
One girls opinion does not decide the opinions for the entire chapter. You should try to reach out to that woman again at some point because she can be a helpful mentor in the process, but you are not required to her friend. If you are serious about the sorority it might be good to reach back out to her because she will one day be your sister and you can create a genuine relationship with her. I’m terms of your paperwork, you must submit it correctly down to the T! Having missing documents will ensure that you won’t get picked because you do not have all of the requirements. I hope this helps. Feel free to email me with more question, if need be. Good luck 💕
This video was so good girl! Thank you💕
This was way too good! Thanks so much for the tips
how do i approach an aka without making them think i’m using them? in regards to finding about rush week. should i just ask her about activities i can get involved with now before i rush?
Hi, I’m from the same sorority as Melissa
I would suggest watching Melissa’s video to make sure you are eligible to apply first, then figure out which AKA you want to ask. (Maybe you’re in the same glass, extra curricular group, work together etc) & when she is alone & not busy (because you want practice digression) say Hi, introduce yourself & simply ask do they have any volunteers opportunities or programs coming up.
If you don’t have access to AKAs or you’re shy, check your school’s website office of student activities for upcoming Greek weeks or check campus for posted fliers. I hope this helps!
Great video, Ship! 💗💚 love you!
Thank you Shipppp!!lollll
As a Brit this stuff is fascinating…. Nothing like this over here in the UK or at least in my 31 years of life … I would of joined something like this had it been available in the UK
Yea, but hopefully they will start a chapter there one day!
Thanks for this advice! Hopefully, I’ll be able to join as well!
good luck!
Thank you 💕💚 I’m in the application process and very nervous
That’s great! Good luck!!
You have such an amazing personality! Thank you for this 🥰
Thank you! I hope I helped!!!
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This makes me regret completing most of my undergrad during HS I feel like I’m gonna miss out on all this I’m still gonna try though 😔
Don't regret that, love! That is excellent!
I love this, you're like a big sister.
You are hilarious lol thank you so much for these tips!!
Glad you like them! Good luck girl! You got this!
“ good for me “ lmfao love it 💕
Lollllll😂
Excellent job explaining everything!
Were you nervous after you submitted everything.
The waiting process is making me nervous.
Just to find out if they want you or not.
I was VERY nervous! There were so many girls at the rush! I was really scared. But I kept a positive mindset and enjoyed the journey.
@@princessmelissa after you submitted everything how long did you have to wait to know if you are being considered or not
Each chapter is different. I waited about one week.
@@princessmelissa ok thank you 🙏🏽 still waiting
@@princessmelissa if I submitted my requirements over 5 months ago.
Should I do a follow up or is that being to pushy?
So is the process basically going to be completed on campus/in-person with no pre-requisite online applications? Because I know for certain Panhellenic sororities, there's pre-fees and sign up sites online
NPHC and PHC organizations are different. AKA does not require any payment until AFTER you are chosen. Then that payment will go towards your annual dues.
your personality is so great
Thank you!!!
Thank you for this video! Before joining, is it ok to talk to someone that’s already in your sorority of choice about it? I want to express my interest before rush but I want to do it in the most respectful way possible.
Yes of course!
yo thank you so much for this you are amazing
I’m currently on my way out of the army, I’ve been active duty for 4 years and I cannot wait to attend college and become an AKA!
Yes! it will be a great experience for you. Good luck!!
I was in the Army too, it’s weird going to school as a transfer. I feel like I’m late to the game, and won’t be as accepted
Thank You! This was such a informative video.
Your welcome! I will be putting out a new video this fall as well
the "guess what boo" has me dead
You beautiful 😍 Alphas love the K’s
Thank you 😊
Very helpful. I’m going through the process now, do you have any more tips in regards to the formal rush?
The main tip is to stay positive and focused! If you do everything I stated in the video, then you will be ready for rush!
Hi i know this question is super late but i’m trying to do more research but as far as GPA you need just the cumulative of 2.5 or would i need it the semester prior to as well? i’ve seen different interpretations of how it’s written on the website and was needing confirmation
You need to have a good standing gpa the semester before and a good cumulative.
“Jaquesha with stank breathe” oh no 😂
Girl this video was so good but I wonder how this video would apply to people that came into college the semester before the pandemic ( fall 2019) because that's when I started and sis I didn't have a chance to do nothing before my school shut down and went completely virtual . What suggestions would you give those prospects?
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How do you show interest without opening your mouth? 😂
22:38
Good info sis 💕💚
Thank you 💕💕💕
can you apply more than once? like if you get denied can you reapply?
Yes. You can try again. Many of the women on my line didn’t get picked the first time and tried again. They were picked on the 2nd or 3rd time.
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Thanks 🤗
im glad you mad this video bcuz if i didnt see this when i did i would of never known it was so much money lmao but i got time so im finna stack now thank you sis.
Thank you so much for this video!!!
No prob girl! Good luck!!
This was so helpful 😩
I'm glad it helped!
21:30
That’s probably true.
22:53
Thank you so much for the information
My pleasure love!
What if you taking classes at two different university. Like one university you have 3hours and the other university is 9hours ?
It needs to just be considered full time hun. I would ask your advisor just to confirm your full time
Thank you for this video. It was very helpful. My question is how do I prove my community service hours?
Hey love, I see you didn’t mention anything about summer credit hours. I took 7 classes spring 22’,,,and taking 3 class this summer. Would they go by my Spring credits hours or summer? I’m confused with that one.
For my school, any classes taken in the spring/summer will be combined on your transcript. You will need to ask your school counselor or Financial aid rep.
confused on why people can’t say they wanna be an aka?😂 I’m sure they know they won’t be picked off of their wants
Quick question, for graduate chapter, will one course be considered full time? Currently received acceptance to USC Columbia’s graduate program for Master’s of Mass Communications, but only taking one course at a time. Thank you for your help! 😊👍🏾
If the school states that it is full-time, then it is full time. However, you don't need to be in graduate school in order to be in a graduate chapter. You just need to possess and hold a degree from a 4 year accredited college.
@@princessmelissa Perfect! Thank you for providing this information. Hopefully, they will have events near my area for me to express interest. Thank you!
Your welcome! Good luck!
Is there a form for the community service signature or is just a typed up letter from the coordinator enough?
There should be a form on the website.
Great video 🎉
Thank you💕
Sis, I promise I say this in love. This, is not of God. If you profess to be a believer in Christ Jesus, DO NOT PLEDGE. The reason why is because of the oaths you take when you go through the ceremony (probate) after being on line. The reason the D9 is called Greek is because there are Greek Gods operating behind these organizations, for the AKAs its Atlas. Greek gods, little “g”. I wanted to pledge so bad in high school and even wanted to go to an HBCU that didn’t even have my major just to pledge 😅. But God is faithful, he sent me all the way to Berklee College of Music in Boston so I could learn about the deception. Find sisters in Christ, not sorrors. This organization preaches sisterhood and community service, but sin and idolatry is always going to come with an appealing pretty bow wrapped on top… but it’s deception ladies! To some I may sound like a crazy Christian, but if you feel conviction after reading this there is a reason! Jesus is King sisters, be careful. No shade to the channel or its subscribers just some spiritual food for thought. I’ll be praying for you. Much love.
if i was a full time student at my comm college the semester before and transfer to the university can i still rush or do i have to wait until i complete a semester there?
You need to have a full semester at the university in order to submit paperwork at rush.
Do you have any recommendations of how I can connect and network with other AKAs of interest?
Ditto!
I do not recommend networking with other interests ( at least not in public). It can make you look like a follower, or like your trying to use others to get in. I have seen many best friends and friend groups in which only one person was picked to become an AKA. You want to give yourself the best chance possible to get picked. I don't have any recommendations.
Because you a GPA that's why you to wait a semester. The worst thing you can do is drop. I need to talk to someone in a grad chapter.. because if your chapter suspended at your University how can you pledge
Hi , can a respected peer that is not in an organization write a letter of recommendation ? Such as a good friend ?
Please watch the complete video. I go in depth about this topic in the video.
Great tips❣️
Thank you!
Any types for letter of interest for seniors looking to join in spring 🥴 covid ruined my chances for junior year and fall
Seniors can still try to Rush! Don't give up!
Do you have to know how to step when your an AKA?
No you don’t. Sorors will teach you how to step, if you don’t have an idea of how to do it. Stepping is not a requirement so you don’t have to do it unless you want to
At all times you have to be full time? Like the last quarter what if you not a full time if you are graduating?
You have to be full time at all times, so you may need to pick up an extra course like a theater class (an easy class).
I love this your so raw
Thank you so much !!!!
can you explain the dues a bit more? is it per semester or just for initiation? is the first set of dues higher for the conferences?
dues are per year. They are usually covered for your first year ( they are included in initiation fees).
How much community service needs to be completed before applying?
There is no specific number but I would suggest to put down as many hours as you have earned and don’t leave any of your hours out.
@@princessmelissa Does being a youth worker at church and volunteering for different community projects we did count?
I have a question my university doesn’t have an AKA chapter but another university has a chapter can I join without attending that university
If it’s a city wide chapter then you can. Otherwise you would have to attend the university.
The college I attend does not have a Sorority chapter. Is there away to join a sorority from another school?
Hello, so I had a question about the grades? I am a freshman and my first semester, I had a 3.1 GPA however, my second semester I had less than 2.4 GPA. So could I get my gpa up my sophomore year and try and pledge my junior year or because I had less than a 2.5 one semester, are my chances of being an aka over? Thank you!
It just needs to be the requirement gpa when it’s time to pledge , you’re good rn just bring it up
You cannot be a online college student? Only in person student ?
Online is fine if you are a full time student and the school has an active chapter.
Thank you for this video 🤍
Your welcome
Do AKA’s and Deltas get along at your school? They don’t at my school. I’m worried about the drama, if I were to join.
We didn’t have deltas. We had SGrhos and zetas and everyone got along.
Hey, would a person previously being on academic probation affect their possibility?
Are there payment plans or is it pay the lump some?
There are no payment plans. You usually have to pay it all at once. I would recommend putting money to the side early on so you don’t have to worry later
Thank you for letting me know! Time to start saving!!
What about joining on a Graduate level?
Things are slightly different. You can visit the website for all the ins and outs!
how should i go about asking a grad member for a letter of recommendation? i understand i shouldn’t tell people what sorority im interested in but how can i ask a current grad member for a letter while being discreet?
Can you have a job being in a sorority ?
Yes
Heyyyy you went to western Illinois okayyy I’m from the chi 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Only society I plan to be in is the honor society ❤
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hey boo! i’m going to be transfer student, (ncat)would it affect my chances of joining?
As long as you meet the requirements online, then you will be able to attend rush and formally turn in paperwork.
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if i am from another country moving to the states….can i use jobs from my country for my resume or start over??
Is joining an sororities when your a junior a bad idea? I have to go to community school first then transfer to finish my two years of college!
No! you should join whenever you are ready and the opportunity presents itself!
Can you join in your junior year and does this make your chances slimmer?
I recently crossed Spr’21 as a Junior, not sure if any other chapters have classification preferences though.
Informative
Thanks!
Hello ☺️ ,
I am wanting to become a member but on the website it says that I would have to be invited into the sorority since I am a graduate. To my understanding from what I’ve read, it says that I may gain more information by attending events- at these events would there be a possibility for me to speak to someone about becoming a member?
Hi! You should attend events for the chapter you are interested in and you will be able to get more info from the women there😊
how would you be able to get more involved on campus?
Join a sport, club or student organization.
When does aka have their rush? Every year ?? Or every other year I tried to look it up online but I didn’t see the answer to my question
AKA rush is unpredictable. Every chapter and school is different, so everyone might not have rush each semester or each year. They have rush when they see fit.
For the letter of recommendation, can it be my mom or aunt who is a AKA? Therefore me being a legacy?
Mom, not Aunt
What if your university don’t have sororities ? How do you go by pledging
are you allowed to join ur freshman year?
You can join tour freshman year if you meet the requirements. Usually freshman can only join during the spring because they don’t have prior semester grades until the spring.
Hi I have another question to ask you about aka sorority it’s a long question is there a way that I can email you the question??
The business email to contact me is in the description above.
@@princessmelissa thank you
If your a sorority can you do other clubs at your college too ?
yess
My Dad is an Alpha , can he write the letter of recommendation for me
How do we find community service in order
To meet that requirement?
Local charities, churches or school events