To all of the Sorority Bigs out there…please read

Here in the Greek World at Wright State, it is Big/Little Season! That is right. Recruitment just wrapped up in September, members found their homes, and now they are finding out who their “Big” sisters are. Well, let me tell you this. Anyone can be a Big, but it takes a certain amount of determination to be a good Big. But if you follow these little things, you’ll be the Big your Little deserves. (It's not too late to form a relationship with your little.)

• Littles take their Bigs very seriously. Even if you don’t “click” with your little, or you take another little, or you get busy with your boyfriend you still have a duty to follow through with your big requirements. 
• Being a Big is an honor. Even if you don’t feel like it is. 
• No matter what her age, your little looks up to you. To her, you are the ideal sorority sister. You need to live your chapter’s values and be a prime example of what it’s like to be a member of your sorority. If you are a MIA, or a crazy hot mess, how does that reflect on your entire sisterhood? 
• Giving your little undivided attention is such a major key to being a great big. One-on-one time should be a priority. Text, call, post and just hang out. Being together doesn’t need to be expensive. 
• The best bigs do things for their littles when they least expect it. When your little has a tough exam, bring her coffee. Treat her to surprise flowers, or a spur of the moment “Hey, Love you!” text. Always.
• When rough times come you need to have your little’s back. Whether it’s trouble within the chapter, with other sorority girls, boys, family issues or personal problems. A big should be supportive and loyal. 
• If your little is not living up to her potential, or going down the wrong path, an ideal big will have the nerve to talk to her about what’s going on. Expect the best from your little. If she becomes a chronic standards violation, slacks off her studies, starts sleeping around, or drinking too much… don’t just look the other way. 
• A honest heart-to-heart with your little is the first step in helping her get back on course. 
• Girls are naturally competitive with other girls. Your job is to not be this way with your little. Hands off the guy she likes or the exec board position she’s been dying to win. Choose another guy or another leadership job. Be the bigger person and avoid sisterly showdowns. 
• The perfect big is there to listen and listen some more. A shoulder to cry on. A greek life tour guide. A partner in crime. A buddy. A comedian. A pseudo mom. An honest friend when others aren’t. Reliable. The sister you will know forever. 

So bigs…be great bigs if you have a little. Rough start as a big? Pick up your phone and text her. She misses you. She always misses you. You’re her role model and you should be her number 1 fan.