where to go between houses

I just hung out in Starbucks or at my stationed rho chi area, you can go back to your dorm if you are close like tut or have time but I didn't, plus I wasn't familiar with the campus and would have probably had trouble getting back to pres area on my own lmao. U can have your phones

All girls are supposed to go back to their tent when they don't have a party. I know this past year was different because of the long weather delays, so last year a lot of girls were allowed to Tut/Burke/Starbucks and wait there instead of waiting in the rain. But for the most part, Rho Chis aren't allowed to let their girls leave their tent (unless for bathroom breaks) and the idea behind this is that there may be actives in Starbucks/Tut/etc that may talk to you or whatever.

And I know on pref you're not allowed to use your phone.

You mostly just hang out with your rho chi group at your "home base". You are allowed to have phone but technically you're not supposed to use them during pref, totally depends on your rho chis on whether or not that's enforced though

Be sure to bring a towel or something to sit on because there are tons of breaks and usually your only option is to sit on the ground. I found all the breaks to be one of the most annoying parts of rush because they make the days so long. I know they are unavoidable but just preparing you for that because I didn't know how much sitting around we would do beforehand.

you will be at your tent the majority of the time when you have breaks... that being said, PLEASE bring thick towels to sit on. these tents don't have any chairs so you'll either be standing for God knows how long or you'll have to sit on the grass. and no one wants a grass/mud stain on their dress.

I've never seen a book listed i the items to keep in your bag, but it sounds like a good thing to throw in? Would it be considered rude, considering everyone will probably be on their phones?

Since we're on the topic of what to bring, do not bring a designer purse!! It rained all through rush last year and its been raining a lot this summer so your bag will most likely get rained on at some point.
Also, I don't suggest bringing a black or navy blue longchamp because EVERY girl had one last year and it got super confusing and I could never find my bag when I was in a hurry. If you do bring one, tie a ribbon or something on it to help set it apart.

If your home base is on front row (phi mu, kkg, axo) then go in the stadium. It’s air conditioned so it’s a good place to take a break, and it’s big enough that you can get some space from others.

Does it matter if our bags are nice?? Will actives see them and will we be judged on them??? I need to get a tote but if they won't be seen I don't want to splurge

Would having a backpack be a bad idea, or should we stick to the totes?