Primary Recruitment | Zeta Tau Alpha

Why you should go through recruitment from the perspective of three ZTAs:

Ainsley Hiestand

PC '20

"What I have gotten out of my experience here in Zeta Tau Alpha is more than I could have ever asked for. I found a group of women who not only are my friends and biggest supporters throughout anything and everything. They are the people who want YOU to be the best version of yourself every single day and will be there to ensure that you are doing everything you can in order to become just that. ZTA has taught me not only how to be a strong leader and work with other strong leaders but has taught me how to be a cheerleader for many of my friends as they take on roles within and without our organization. The relationships I have built and lessons I have learned are something I will take beyond my years in AO and is something I will forever be grateful for."

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Lea Garcia

PC '22

"Throughout my life, I've had such a genuine group of friends and sisterhood, which is a major reason why I went through recruitment. Since joining ZTA, I've found friendships that feel so natural and women who love and support me unconditionally. Being a member of ZTA has inspired me to become the best version of myself, as I'm surrounded by a community of intelligent, passionate, and like-minded women. ZTA has made my heart so full and I couldn't be more proud to call these girls my sisters!"

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Angela Nyunt

Pc '20

“I never saw myself joining a sorority, but I’m glad I did and never looked back! I’ve always been a quiet person who was too intimidated to speak up, but the community of women in Zeta Tau Alpha have made me feel comfortable and empowered to be my true self. I have met some of my best friends in this chapter, and I am so grateful for the experiences that Zeta has given me.”

A Letter from our Vice President of Recruitment:

Dear Potential New Member,

I know how stressful it is to find your “home away from home” but lucky for you, there is exactly that. A home filled with laughter, memories, encouragement, love, and support waiting for you.

My experience when I went through recruitment was nothing I imagined. I was scared, worried I wouldn’t fit in, or that I wasn’t good enough. However, the moment I stepped into the house of ZTA, I was greeted with smiles and genuine women. I instantly made a connection and knew this is where I wanted to end up. I listened to the seniors talk about their memories they made inside the four walls of this ancient house. I couldn’t wait till that was me someday, sharing my experience with other Potential New Members.

Going through recruitment wasn’t my first choice. I just followed my freshman-year roommate who encouraged me to try it. Little did I know, I would find my best friends and a fantastic support system. Now, I am halfway through my college experience and have so many memories to look back on. I know these women are lifelong friends and stories I can tell my kids one day.

I can full heartedly say that these women have pushed me to be my best self. I wouldn’t be standing here as the Vice President of Recruitment if it wasn’t for all the support and love I received when I first applied for Executive Council. There are so many opportunities to grow and become a leader. I can now take these experiences beyond my four years of college. I am grateful to have the ability to cultivate my skills and passion for helping others.

So, my biggest advice to you, trust the process and be yourself. It can be overwhelming and intimidating, but I promise, you will end up where you are meant to be. Just remember to take a deep breath and keep an open mind as YOU find your home away from home!

With All My Zeta Love,

Ella Hess

Vice President of Membership & Recruitment