Well, Rush is almost upon us. This is for all freshmen and sophomores:

I made a similar post last year, but I want to say this again. As a member of one of the greek groups on campus, I just want to give one piece of advice: even if you have no urge to pledge a fraternity or sorority, at least go through rush. Your opinion may change. When I came to this school, I disliked greek life. I thought it was just bros and hoes acting better than everyone else. However, I got to know a lot of people in both sororities and fraternities. Greek life on this campus is not like in the movies. Most people are very down to earth. If they didn't have letters on their chests, you would never think that they are greek members. Plus, it's not just parties. Do not join if you think that it is. Yes, we have fun, but greek life is much more than that. Parties are everywhere, not just with fraternities or sororities.

No, you will not like everybody in every group. However, if you meet a group of guys or gals that you like spending time with, join them. I did. My opinion of greek life took a 180 and I do not regret joining one bit. I probably would have regretted not joining honestly (not saying you would). No one will hate you for joining and no one will hate you for not joining. Plus, rush is fun. And it's only, what, 30 bucks? Just keep an open mind the whole time. I went into it with the stereotypes about each group. After going through it, I realized that most stereotypes are bullhonky. My best friends are in my greek group, and I wouldn't trade a minute of my time with them for anything. We love seeing you guys in greek letters and we want to share our time at Augie with you.

Just a PSA from a fellow Augie Viking :)

okay so i see all of these lovely gay men on campus, but where are the lesbians and/or bisexual women? how do i meet you because, like, i want to.

augustana is literally the most boring school... like the only thing that people do for fun is get drunk. the fucking school doesn't have shit to do anywhere.

sometimes i just cry and cry for no reason

I'm a couple years into college and I still have my v-card, have never been in a relationship, and have never even been kissed. Yet I've had several people who never knew this say that they wished they were in my position. Takeaway: just because someone seems like they are really successful and are making it all work doesn't mean that they aren't actually a fucking loser in some way or another.

I used to like a girl here, but got over her. Then I had a dream I was dating her, now I like her again..

For a while now I have wanted to start an Augie sailing club. Who'd be interested?

I hate that whenever someone hurts me, especially guys, I only ever blame myself. I hate that I can't ever seem to blame the assholes.