542: Greek Life Tips from the Sorority Success Academy
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Maureen Anderson from the Sorority Success Academy shares how as a first-generation college student, who after a injury found she didn’t have many friends outside of cheer, she was able to fill that social void through Greek life on campus. Greek life is a lot more than what we’ve seen in the media. There is an emphasis on:  * sisterhood (brotherhood for fraternities) * philanthropy / service  * academics  * social interaction  * leadership, networking, and soft skills  Maureen shares a wealth of information:  * timeline (don’t wait until college starts to plan)  * recommendation letters  * recruitment rounds  * formal membership  * strategies for success Understanding the process and how to position yourself for a good match is just one of the ways Maureen and the Sorority Success Academy can help. Check out her $99 class and reach out if you are interested in personalized consultations: *  sororitysuccessacademy.com * TikTok: sororitysuccessacademy  * Instagram: sororitysuccessacademy Maureen Anderson is a dedicated sorority consultant and the founder of SororitySuccessAcademy, a comprehensive recruitment and leadership firm for sororities. With over 20 years of experience, Maureen has served as a former sorority staff director, a lifelong volunteer, and held roles such as alumnae Panhellenic president and chapter advisor. She remains actively involved with Delta Phi Epsilon International Sorority, contributing her time to their foundation.  Maureen holds a Master of Science in Nonprofit Administration from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and a Bachelor of Arts in Art with a Graphic Design emphasis from Winona State University. In her professional role with the State of Wisconsin, she focuses on developing low-income housing initiatives across the state. Outside of her professional commitments, Maureen enjoys traveling with her spouse and daughter, volunteering as a Girl Scout troop leader, and indulging in movie outings. She cherishes quality time with her pug, adding warmth to her busy life. 
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