Recommendations

A letter of reference/recommendation/RIF is optional. It is prepared by an alumna of a sorority as a way of introducing you to her sorority.

Each sorority and university handles references differently. View your college or university’s Panhellenic site or sorority site for specific information and due dates.

Please note that some sororities have revised how they consider recommendations, if they do still. Please check sorority individual websites for additional information. 

It is best if you have a connection with the alumna; they can be family, friends, teachers and acquaintances.

If you know an alumna from a sorority, you may ask them to send a recommendation for you. If you don’t, reach out to teachers or members of volunteer organizations where you are a member. Ask a parent/grandparent/aunt/uncle to reach out to their friends or colleagues. You may know someone in a particular sorority already and not know! 

• Ask at least three weeks prior to the recommendation deadline.
• When requesting, provide the deadline to the alumna.
• Give the alumna an updated copy of your resume or list of interests, activities, and honors.
• Please note that a request does not guarantee a recommendation to the requested sorority.
• Be sure to write a sincere thank you note expressing gratitude for their time and recommendation.