Rush Talk: Your Back Stage Pass to Sorority Recruitment

You already cleaned up your social media… now it’s time for the part that feels “basic” but can absolutely shape how recruitment goes: what you officially submit for sorority recruitment.

In this episode, Brooke and Chloe walk through the sorority recruitment registration process — when it opens (early summer), what gets uploaded, and how chapters actually use that info. Spoiler: your resume is basically your “elevator pitch,” and it helps houses learn your GPA, activities, leadership, and what you’re likely to get involved in once you’re on campus.

They also dig into the surprisingly tricky question: should you list Greek affiliation/legacy connections?

Brooke shares what she did for her daughter — and why, if she could redo it, she’d handle that line very differently. Then it’s rec letters: what they are, how much they matter now (hint: not like “back then”), which schools still treat them seriously, and why “RECs from strangers on Facebook” can be more cringe than helpful. You’ll also get a practical checklist for what to send an alum writing your rec (resume, cover letter, photo file, PDF format) and the simplest etiquette move most people forget: the thank you note.

Season One of Rush Talk is sponsored by The Wooden Nickel in Stillwater — your one-stop shop for Greek life essentials, from Bid Day gifts to rush wardrobes and everything in between. Shop in-store or online at www.shopthenickel.com.

Hit play and get one step ahead before the doors even open.

Social media isn't just "a thing" during OSU sorority recruitment; it's part of the process.

In this episode of our three part Prepping for Rush series, we get real about how chapters actually use Instagram, TikTok, and yes...even Facebook to learn who you are before you ever step into a conversation.

Chloe breaks down why having a social presence matters, how chapters match PNMs (potential new members) with members ahead of time, and what they're really scanning for (hint: it's not just aesthetics, it's risk, drama, and liability).

We talk about what to post, what to delete, and why too many selfies or boyfriend-only pics can raise eyebrows fast. You'll also hear the "quiet stuff" people don't always say out loud: tagged photos matter, captions matter, your bio can signal a vibe, and alumni and moms absolutely do some digging.

Then we get into RushTok. It's fun, it's addictive, and it's not always smart to post during recruitment. We explain why "save it for after Bid Day" might be the best advice you hear all season.

Season One of Rush Talk is sponsored by The Wooden Nickel in Stillwater — your one-stop shop for Greek life essentials, from Bid Day gifts to rush wardrobes and everything in between. Shop in-store or online at www.shopthenickel.com.

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So what does recruitment week actually look like at Oklahoma State, day by day, when you’re living it?

In this episode of Rush Talk, Brooke and Chloe break down the real timeline (and the real emotions) behind what everyone still calls "rush." From the awkward-but-important Zoom open house round to move-in day chaos, philanthropy round, sisterhood round, preference, and the confetti-flying sprint to Bid Day, we walk you through what happens and when.

You’ll hear how recruitment has changed since Brooke’s OSU days (yes, there were door chants, snacks you couldn't leave with, and even full-on skit day costumes), and what still stays the same: the heat, the exhaustion, and the pressure to keep your smile on even when your face is tired. We also talk about cuts (why they’re usually not personal), how moms can support without spiraling, and the underrated practical stuff like Wi-Fi, crickets in the dorms, and why everyone gets sick after recruitment.

Season One of Rush Talk is sponsored by The Wooden Nickel in Stillwater — your one-stop shop for Greek life essentials, from Bid Day gifts to rush wardrobes and everything in between. Shop in-store or online at www.shopthenickel.com.

Hit play and let’s make the week feel way less mysterious.