Greek Life welcomes new members into sisterhood
With the fall semester underway, several women participated in sorority recruitment at Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK) on Tuesday, Aug. 31, at the Memorial Student Union Building.
Prior to recruitment, students were required to attend a Recruitment 101 orientation to understand the formal recruitment process.
Clarissa Benavides, chapter president for Theta Phi Alpha-Gamma Zeta Chapter, said Greek life is the unity of individuals who want to make a difference on campus and in the community.
“My sorority is unique in that we are the only Theta Phi Alpha Chapter located in the state of Texas, so I feel that my sisters can inspire others to make a difference, regardless of their experiences or background,” Benavides said. “My sorority helps to encourage other women to be strong, resilient and leaders in our school and community. My favorite part of Greek Life is the philanthropic work we get to partake in. Each fraternity or sorority on campus works within our local community or nationally to make a difference. For me, my favorite part is getting to participate with my chapter at our seasonal event hosted at the LULAC apartments in Kingsville. Here, we host a fun-filled event for the children of our community. We offer food, games, prizes, and long-lasting memories for everyone involved.”
To so many women, Greek life is an opportunity to create positivity into others’ lives and become a part of something bigger than themselves.
There are a total of four sororities at TAMUK, those being Alpha Sigma Alpha, Delta Phi Epsilon, Kappa Delta Chi and Theta Phi Alpha.
Madison Guess, member of Alpha Sigma Alpha, said Greek life is a place where many can learn about and perfect many different set life skills.
“In Alpha Sigma Alpha, our motto is ‘developing women of poise and purpose.’ Our motto instills that we uplift each other and motivate each other to do our best. If it weren’t for my sisters, I wouldn’t be as confident as I am today,” Guess said. “My favorite things about recruitment are getting to know all of the new members and witness their faces light up when they all run home on bid day.”
The message behind recruitment serves a purpose to transform individuals and communities through authentic and intentional engagement, leadership and service.
Danielle Martinez, Panhellenic president, said going Greek was one of the best decisions she has ever made.
“I went Greek because I wanted to make the best of my college years and join a strong family of women who would help me build the best version of myself and each other,” Martinez said. “Also having the chance to continue giving back to and being a part of a life-changing organization. I encourage everyone to give it a chance.”
Several women were still given the chance to attend a sorority informal after formal recruitment on Sept. 7 and 8, located at the TAMUK dining hall.
Hundreds of women now stand together in a new part of life they call sisterhood.