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Going through sorority recruitment for a second time? Here's what you need to know!

Sophomores + upperclassmen who are getting ready to go through sorority recruitment for the second time, buckle up...we have the best, most encouraging blog post for you today!There's something we have to say before we begin, though. Whether you did not receive a bid at the end of your first recruitment experience or you chose to remove yourself from the process before bids were extended, you are NOT the only woman in this situation. Sorority recruitment is more competitive than ever before simply due to the fact that college enrollment and interest in joining a sorority has increased over the years. Questions about going through recruitment for a second time, rushing as a sophomore, and creating a social resume as an upperclassman are among the most...

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5 Times Hollywood Got it Wrong When Portraying Greek Life

Written with love by Alina O'Donnell  Before I came to college, I thought I had Greek life all figured out. There was just no way that Reese Witherspoon and Amanda Bynes would lie to me in the movies! Some of the things that many Hollywood films taught me about being in a sorority were inexplicably terrifying. In the back of my mind I was scared that Greek life was all about mean girls, being forced to do embarrassing things, and partying all the time in order to fit in. I didn’t want to be a part of anything like that! But don’t fear—Hollywood got it wrong at least 5 times and we’re going to set the record straight: 1. Sydney...

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DIY Sorority Canvas Tutorial: How to Make a Greek Canvas for Your Little or Big!

Have you noticed? Sorority canvases are EVERYWHERE. (And by everywhere, technically we mean all over Instagram and Pinterest.) We love the trend of creating DIY sorority canvases as part of a Big/Little gift. They make the perfect addition to any gift basket and are such a fun, creative, personal way to show your Big or Little how much you care about her and how excited you are to have her in your Greek family.  With that in mind, we tasked SororityPackets.com team member Karley Kiker, who does the symbol illustrations for our Greek Ink line of temporary tattoos, with creating an easy-to-intermediate sorority canvas tutorial. Her canvas features a gradient background, block Greek letters, and a floral design accented by real gold leafing...we really think you'll love...

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Holiday Gift Guide: What to Give Your Big or Little for Christmas!

'Tis the season for Secret Santa exchanges, seasonal latte runs at Starbucks, festive lights, formals, and, um, finals (but we won't talk about that right now). The weeks sandwiched in between Thanksgiving and Winter Break are so much fun on campus, but they're also B-U-S-Y. We're betting that you don't have a whole lot of time to spend making a Christmas list (and forget about checking it twice), so we've taken it upon ourselves to knock out one category on your behalf—the Big/Little gift exchange! Whether you're searching for the perfect holiday gift for your Big or seeking a "welcome to the family" present for your Little, this is the (affordable and adorable) 2019 holiday gift guide for you.  10 Affordable + Adorable Holiday Gifts Your Sorority Sisters Will Love...

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Chic Dorm Makeover at Texas State University

Remember when we shared Skylar Bantz's dramatic freshman dorm transformation last year? Just to jog your memory, her drab-to-fab dorm room was featured by Teen Vogue, Elite Daily, and (many) others. This year, Skylar and her mom Sheila are back with ANOTHER fabulous room makeover that's getting lots of press...again! Since we last interviewed this mother-daughter duo, Skylar went Greek and pledged Delta Zeta at Texas State University! As soon as we saw Skylar's sophomore dorm posted on Instagram, we knew we had to share a blog update. Skylar's new space, which she shares with roommate and sorority sister Katie Clark, features feminine details and subtle hints of pink and green as a nod to their shared Delta Zeta sisterhood. Floral wall decals, a plush lounge area, and gold decorative accents make their room feel...

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Meet Crystal

Hi, I'm Crystal DelaHoz, a senior portrait photographer based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas. I launched SororityPackets.com in the spring of 2016 after consulting with countless senior girls and their mommas about the sorority recruitment process. This blog + our entire brand exists to guide you to and through sorority recruitment...no stress required!



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