With it being such a busy (and exciting) time of year, we have lots of events to post!

First up, University of Nebraska-Kearney Recruitment:

We had the amazing opportunity to come together with the Omaha chapter and help recruit the founding women of our new colony at UNK.  We have no doubt they will take our new chapter far at Loper nation!

Lauren Catangui, Hillary Stickman, and Jane Drummond
goof around on Bid Day

The new members of our UNK colony!

Next, it was Christmas at the Castle! Otherwise known as Little Week:

Big sisters spoiled their Littles for three exciting days.  After hiding their gifts in the house, still anonymous at this point, Bigs sent their Littles on scavenger hunts throughout the house to find their presents.

Cassidy Becklun shows of some of her presents from the week.

Finally, Big/Little Reveal arrived:

Big sisters arrived at Henry Park to string rolls of yarn up, around and over trees, benches, and any other object they can find throughout the park.  With some feeling pretty ornery, things got complicated for the Littles.  An hour later, the Littles finally arrive at the park.  Excitedly, they rewound their yarn.  At the other end, their Big waits for them, and is finally revealed!

After spending the first week with our new little sisters, it is obvious we couldn't have asked for a better class.  Such talented, unique and fabulous women joined our sisterhood! We can't wait for the upcoming year!

Alpha Xi Delta Rho Chapter is thrilled to welcome our 2013 pledge class into the castle! We are looking forward to a great year with some amaxing women. 

Good luck to all the ladies going through formal recruitment this week! 

Xi Love, 

Alpha Xi Delta

Get excited because recruitment is only one short week away! 

Here are some important tips to remember while going through:

Keep An Open Mind

It is very important to keep an open mind. Many girls go through with their hearts and minds set on one specific house. Going Greek is an awesome experience no matter what house you choose. Find girls that you click with and could potentially see them as your sisters. You will end up where you are supposed to be. 

Be Yourself

Make sure you stay true to your own colors. Do not change who you are because you think you'll fit in better with a group of girls or a house. A house will choose you because you are you. 

Catch Some Z's

Recruitment Week is a long week. I can not stress this enough: GET ENOUGH SLEEP! Everyday is filled with parties, walking around, and talking... A LOT! It is draining but totally worth it!

Eat Well

Make sure you are eating regular meals. Do not starve yourself. You will become exhausted throughout the day, so feed your body. Be sure to stay hydrated as well. Many girls start to lose their voices at the end of the week from talking so much! 

Enjoy Yourself

This week is supposed to be fun! It is the most exciting time of the year for everyone. So enjoy yourself and do not stress.

It's Your Decision, Not Anyone Else's

This is such an important thing to remember. Do not feel the pressure to join a house just because your mom, sister, or your best friend were in a house. You should choose a house based on how you feel. Where you feel comfortable is all that matters. Everyone else will be happy for you no matter what decision you make.

And Smile :)

Do not forget to smile. Like I said this week is long but exciting. Staying positive and smiling will keep your mood lifted and leave a great impression on others around you. A smile is definitely contagious. 

Good Luck to everyone going through. Can't wait to meet each and every one of you!

Xi Love