Let’s Talk… gamma chi!
A Letter from Our Gamma Chi Directors:
Hello! We’re Mags Reed and Marley Smith, the Directors of Recruitment Counselors and Operations for the 2025 Panhellenic Executive Council. Our role is to ensure that your Recruitment Counselor, also known as a “Gamma Chi,” is fully equipped to support and guide you throughout the recruitment process. We’re thrilled for you to meet this incredible group of women we’ve carefully selected to make your experience as positive and rewarding as possible!
What is a Gamma Chi?
Your Recruitment Counselor, or Gamma Chi (GX), is a fellow undergraduate member of the Panhellenic community at LSU. During recruitment, Gamma Chis temporarily disaffiliate from their chapters to focus solely on supporting you throughout the process. Think of your Gamma Chi as a friendly face, someone who’s always there to listen, help you make decisions, or simply chat about your thoughts. She’s been in your shoes as a Potential New Member (PNM) and has also experienced recruitment as an active chapter member. This gives her a unique perspective and makes her the perfect person to help you navigate every step of your recruitment journey!
What is disaffiliation?
During Recruitment, Gamma Chis “disaffiliate” from their chapter, meaning they are not in contact with their sororities, and it is a secret what sorority they are members of. All Gamma Chis disaffiliate so that you, the Potential New Member (PNM), will feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and ideas with her throughout the week. At the end of recruitment, on Bid Day, your Gamma Chi will reveal her sorority affiliation.
What else do I need to know?
The week before Recruitment, your Gamma Chi will give you a text or call, so make sure to answer! She will pass on important information about the recruitment week and answer any questions you might have. You will meet her in person during the Ice Water round, along with the other 15-20 girls in your Gamma Chi group. Try and connect with your group! Going through this process is much easier and a lot more fun when you build those relationships!
If you have any more questions about Gamma Chis, feel free to reach out to us at lsuphcgammachi@gmail.com. For more information and to stay updated on Recruitment 2025, follow @lsupanhellenic on social media!
We can’t wait to see the row filled with PNMs in August! We will be sure your Gamma Chi has everything she needs to know in order to give you the best, most enjoyable week yet!
With Love,
Mags & Marley