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How to Run Successful Sorority Recruitment: A Chapter Leader's Guide
Expert strategies for organizing sorority recruitment from the most competitive Greek system in the South. Learn how to attract and recruit quality new members.
January 4, 2025
11 min read
Madison Taylor, Former VP of Recruitment at UGA
About Madison Taylor
Madison served as VP of Recruitment at the University of Georgia for three years, overseeing recruitment for one of the largest Panhellenic communities in the country. Her systematic approach helped her chapter recruit classes of 95, 102, and 98 new members respectively, setting chapter records each year.
The 10-Week Recruitment Planning Timeline
Weeks 10-8: Foundation Setting
- • Recruit and train your recruitment team
- • Set numerical goals and target demographics
- • Plan room themes and decoration concepts
- • Begin recommendation letter collection
Weeks 7-5: Content Development
- • Create conversation guides for each round
- • Develop social media recruitment strategy
- • Plan and schedule preference night ceremony
- • Coordinate with Panhellenic requirements
Weeks 4-2: Final Preparations
- • Complete room decorations and setup
- • Conduct final member training sessions
- • Review recommendation letters and PNM information
- • Prepare bid day celebration logistics
Ready to Transform Your Recruitment?
Running successful sorority recruitment requires strategy, organization, and the right tools. Start implementing these proven strategies to attract the quality new members your chapter deserves.