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Frequently Asked Questions |
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What is the organization looking for when they choose their members? |
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Just like any employer, Delta is looking for the best qualified candidates that will be able to successfully carry out the organizations projects. |
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Do I need to know a lot of Deltas to join? |
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It is not exactly necessary to know every Delta. However, you should make an attempt to get to get know as many members of the Chapter as you can. These will be the women that you will someday work with. |
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Why is it so hard for me to obtain information from Deltas? |
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My questions to you are:
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1. What type of information are you requesting? |
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2. What is your approach in your search for the knowledge you are seeking? |
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I am new on campus, I don't know any Deltas. How do I meet some? |
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Observe. The easiest way to spot a Delta is to take notice when Members wear paraphernalia. Once you have identified members, introduce yourself to her. Make the member aware that you are interested in joining the organization. Ask if it is okay to contact her by phone should you have any questions regarding the organization.
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What approach should I take in letting a Delta know that I am interested? |
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You should approach a Delta just like you would any potential employer. When I was seeking membership, I made an attempt at approaching each situation that involved the organization as an ongoing job interview. I tried to be as personable as I could, however, I also focused myself on the notion that everything I do may be evaluated.
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Some of the Deltas from the Chapter I am trying to join are listed in the chapter's e-mail directory and/or I have obtained their e-mail address elsewhere. Is it proper for me to contact her via e-mail? |
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I do not think that it is improper for you to contact someone via e-mail. If you do decide to go this route, in your introductory e-mail you should make the person aware of who you are, how you have obtained their e-mail address, and why you are e-mailing this person. Ask permission for contact via the e-mail system. If the person says no---respect the person's wishes. |
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I was asked to join an interest group. Will this strengthen my chances of becoming a member? |
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Absolutely not. Delta does not have an interest group. |
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Is it all right for me to converse with other women who are interested in Delta? |
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By all means. When I was in search for sisterhood, I was encouraged by the members of the Chapter to compare my notes and get to know prospective candidates as well. Many of the women that I met were not extended an invitation for membership, but I did build upon friendships that last even today. |
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I was advised by another prospect that you should attend all of the sorority functions. If you don't, you won't get in. Is this true? |
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Absolutely not. While it shows your enthusiasm it is not a requirement. Remember that Deltas do take notice of things. If you attend all of the parties and none of the public service projects what type of message do you think you are sending? |
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Membership Questions: |
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I understand that you have to have a grade point average of 2.5 to qualify. My g.p.a is 2.47. Will I still be able to qualify for membership? |
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No. We do not round g.p.a's to the nearest tenth. If you do not have a 2.5 or better you are not qualified for membership at this time.
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I just transferred from another college and haven't established a g.p.a. do I still qualify? |
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No. You must have completed a term at the school that you are seeking membership.
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I have a 3.7 from my previous school and a 2.2 from my current school. Will I qualify for membership? |
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No. While your credits may transfer, your grade point average does not. We do not average g.p.a.'s. You must have a 2.5 or better at the college that you are seeking membership.
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I owe the school money and they have encumbered my account. I can't get an official transcript released. I have a 3.7 g.p.a. Can I still apply for membership? |
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No. You must have official copies your transcripts forwarded. If you have financial obligations to the school, then you must complete those obligations before you may seek membership. If you can't meet the schools financial obligations, how will you be able to meet the membership obligations? |
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What qualifies as public service? |
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Any service project that is not an extension of you employment or church sponsored ministries will be considered a valid public service project. |
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How much time must I devote on a project before it is considered a valid public service project? |
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The public service(s) that you involve yourself in should be ongoing. The organization that you give your service to should know you well enough to write you a letter of recommendation. |
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Don't think however that cleaning out your closet and donating those items to Good Will is considered public service. While you may have done a good deed it took no real effort on your part. You will not be able to go to the Good Will Industries and ask them to write you a letter of recommendation for the clothes that you donated. |
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What service project should I choose? |
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This choice is yours. Personally, I feel that you should choose service projects that you have a passion for. For instance, if you know someone afflicted with Cancer and this disease has affected you in some way, participate in an organization that will allow you to help others afflicted with this disease. |
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If you need public service, visit our public service page. This will provide you with a start. Keep in mind that the information contained in that section is for your information only and is not a representation of the organizations projects of an endorsement of those agencies. |
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Do you have a question that you would like answered? You may forward questions to the webmaster. |
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Please note that some questions may not be able to be posted. In that event the webmaster will make and attempt to answer your question privately through your personal e-mail. |
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The views expressed in this page are explicitly those of the webmaster. This information is intended to help answer some of the frequently asked questions of prospective candidates. Furthermore, the information is to provide clarification and will not strengthen your membership application nor will it guarantee your membership. |
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