ALPHA EPSILON PHI

Hi! My name is McKenzie Werr, and I am so excited to serve as Alpha Epsilon Phi’s Vice President of Recruitment this year! When I look back on my college experience so far, I always think about where it all began, signing up for recruitment at the very last minute before my freshman year. At the time, I felt unsure about the entire process. I had never really pictured myself joining a sorority, and it took my best friend’s mom encouraging me to “just try it”.  Walking into the first chapter, I remember feeling completely overwhelmed and nervous, questioning whether I had made the right decision. But that uncertainty quickly faded as I experienced how genuinely welcoming everyone was. By the end of the first day, I felt a sense of comfort and belonging that I hadn’t expected, and I knew I had found something special.

Now, having the privilege of leading recruitment, my perspective has come full circle. I carry my own experience with me as I help guide others through a process that can feel stressful, confusing, and even uncomfortable, but ultimately incredibly rewarding. To anyone considering recruitment, my advice is simple: just do it. I am endlessly grateful for the women of Alpha Epsilon Phi, who have supported me, challenged me to grow, and given me the gift of true friendship. There is something so powerful about having a place where you can truly be yourself. These are my people, and I will always be thankful that I took a chance and that AEPhi brought them into my life.

LML,
McKenzie Werr

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