I'm new to all this

Wil UK · #1 06-14-2008, 12:22 PM

I am serious about coming to North America to pursue a career in military medicine, and I have a great interest in studying medicine in an American university.
I am currently living in Britain and I am 16 years old so I need to start considering my options about a university placement next year. But I also think the Greek System is nothing short of brilliant as it instills in to many young men the idea of brotherhood and teamwork that are vital skills to become a good person in future life. However this system is regrettably lacking in UK universities.
I was wondering that me being British, would i be even considered for a placement in a fraternity or would i get shunned away because I would be new to the culture.
In my last public exams I came fourth in my whole year group of about 200 teenagers this year, I play county field hockey which I imagine would be similar to someone playing for their state, i am also 12th in the UK for U18s tennis. With my high school I also participate in a lot of voluntary work where i go to a homeless shelter regularly and help in the soup kitchens. i consider myself to be a social person who gets along with everyone.
Thanks for any replies

sjsoffer · #2 06-14-2008, 12:27 PM

I'd think you'd be fine, not excluded because of where you're from, but I'm not in a fraternity. :P

Elephant Walk · #3 06-14-2008, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Wil UK

I am serious about coming to North America to pursue a career in military medicine, and I have a great interest in studying medicine in an American university.
I am currently living in Britain and I am 16 years old so I need to start considering my options about a university placement next year. But I also think the Greek System is nothing short of brilliant as it instills in to many young men the idea of brotherhood and teamwork that are vital skills to become a good person in future life. However this system is regrettably lacking in UK universities.
I was wondering that me being British, would i be even considered for a placement in a fraternity or would i get shunned away because I would be new to the culture.
In my last public exams I came fourth in my whole year group of about 200 teenagers this year, I play county field hockey which I imagine would be similar to someone playing for their state, i am also 12th in the UK for U18s tennis. With my high school I also participate in a lot of voluntary work where i go to a homeless shelter regularly and help in the soup kitchens. i consider myself to be a social person who gets along with everyone.
Thanks for any replies

At least in the South, being British is a plus in my opinion. Now if you were French, or some other European you might have more trouble but Brits are generally acceptable.

jon1856 · #4 06-14-2008, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Wil UK

I am serious about coming to North America to pursue a career in military medicine, and I have a great interest in studying medicine in an American university.
I am currently living in Britain and I am 16 years old so I need to start considering my options about a university placement next year. But I also think the Greek System is nothing short of brilliant as it instills in to many young men the idea of brotherhood and teamwork that are vital skills to become a good person in future life. However this system is regrettably lacking in UK universities.
I was wondering that me being British, would i be even considered for a placement in a fraternity or would i get shunned away because I would be new to the culture.
In my last public exams I came fourth in my whole year group of about 200 teenagers this year, I play county field hockey which I imagine would be similar to someone playing for their state, i am also 12th in the UK for U18s tennis. With my high school I also participate in a lot of voluntary work where i go to a homeless shelter regularly and help in the soup kitchens. i consider myself to be a social person who gets along with everyone.
Thanks for any replies

We had an Aussie Brother as well as one whose parents where from Iran!
Both brought a great deal to the house and Brotherhood.
We also had one or two pre-meds and while they took part, they did have to pick and choose just when and where to help out.
Which also was never a problem.

CrackerBarrel · #5 06-14-2008, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Elephant Walk

At least in the South, being British is a plus in my opinion. Now if you were French, or some other European you might have more trouble but Brits are generally acceptable.

Yup, there was a British guy going through rush here that all the top houses wanted, but then he decided not to take any bids since he was only in the US for 3 semesters.

als463 · #6 06-14-2008, 09:30 PM

One of my sisters was from Scotland and we all thought it was cool...in fact, it was a great "selling" point to show diversity...When I see GLOs with people from other countries-I think..that's awesome!!! Best of luck!

nittanyalum · #7 06-14-2008, 09:48 PM

Oh, and the girls will swoooooon over your accent!

Wil UK · #8 06-15-2008, 12:30 PM

ooooh aces haha

wolffootball37 · #9 06-15-2008, 12:36 PM

Im not in a fraternity as of yet, but i think you should be fine. Yes its true about the girls. i had a friend in high school that was from England, and he was very well liked, especially with all the ladies! You'll be in good shape my friend!

nate2512 · #10 06-15-2008, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by wolffootball37

Im not in a fraternity as of yet, but i think you should be fine.

Remember UTLONGHORN, thats what I thought, don't think.

wolffootball37 · #11 06-15-2008, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by nate2512

Remember UTLONGHORN, thats what I thought, don't think.

sorry. Wont happen again.

srmom · #12 06-16-2008, 10:36 AM

My son's pledge class has a guy from England. I met him at Old South, he seemed like a good guy with a great (and British) sense of humor, a great addition to the fraternity. I'm not sure if he went to summer stuff or not, maybe just at his orientation. But, he definitely didn't have a problem with rushing.

Elephant Walk · #13 06-16-2008, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by srmom

My son's pledge class has a guy from England. I met him at Old South, he seemed like a good guy with a great (and British) sense of humor, a great addition to the fraternity. I'm not sure if he went to summer stuff or not, maybe just at his orientation. But, he definitely didn't have a problem with rushing.

Alot of study-abroad students stay on campus during the summer.

PhiGam · #14 06-16-2008, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by wolffootball37

sorry. Wont happen again.

Good pledge, now go do my laundry