No matter which letters we wear, the following quotes still hold true – better yet, they’re still undeniably relevant – about both our Sororities/Fraternities & sisterhood:
“First you’re a part of it, then it becomes a part of you.”
“Sororities symbolize all that we wish to accomplish in our lives. They represent the struggles we all face as we grow. Why we cling to them no one can explain, but in the end, we are all stronger for it.”
“Sisterhood is the essence of the wisdom of all the ages distilled into a single word. You cannot see sisterhood; neither can you see it nor taste it. But you can feel it a hundred times a day. It is a pat on the back, a smile of encouragement. It’s someone to share with, to celebrate your achievements.”
“Sisters are angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly.”
“Sisterhood is not letting petty differences get in the way of anything. It is about being true to yourself. It is about experiencing new adventures by entering the realm of others.”
“Sisterhood is many things. It’s a warm smile on a cold & rainy day, a friendly hug, a cheerful hello…It’s all that a good & lasting friendship is, only better. It’s treasured. It’s sacred. It’s knowing that there will always be someone there for you. It’s dreams shared & goals achieved. It’s counting on others & being counted on. It is real.”
“People ask why I am in a sorority & I try to explain all the things a sorority is that they cannot see. A sorority is more than letters on a sweatshirt, I say. More than traditional songs, a gold pin, rituals, & obligation, or a way of life. A sorority is learning about people, a sorority is giving without expecting a return. A sorority is earning respect from others, as well as for yourself. A sorority will not solve your problems. But I have made good friends & found confidence there to help me take life one step at a time.”
“It’s not just letters, parties & good times. It is a feeling that will never leave you as long as you live. It is a responsibility & a duty to yourself & your sisters. It is an eternal love.”
“You should never look down on a sister except to pick her up.”
“Sororities aren’t about drinking & boys & Kate Spade & Prada (or even Lilly Pulitzer). Sororities are about laughter, tears, friendship, sisterhood, honor, loyalty & love. The people in my sorority want me to succeed. They help me to rise up & allow others to follow. At retreats we share in times that we will remember forever. But it’s not really just my sorority. Homecoming, Socials, Parents’ Weekend & other Greek activities have given me the opportunity to find out what is unique about each sorority & I really find wonderful friends among them all. We need to let other people know who we are. Greeks are not exclusive – they are merely one group of many. I have heard the jokes, we all have…about what non-Greek students may think about us. But I challenge you – prove them wrong. Don’t just try to make your house look good, try to make Greeks look good. Let people know that we are athletes, we are scholars, we come from diverse backgrounds & we have diverse goals. But let them know that we have similarities. We are all in the constant pursuit of success. We are all working to achieve our goals & we are all making friendships that last a lifetime. So be proud, prove people wrong…Remember that although my sorority may have different history & ideals than yours, that we are all here for common reasons.”
