Why ADPi? That is something I think about every single day since I ran home to that  blue door on the corner of Rose St. Going into primary recruitment I knew I wanted to find a place where I felt like I didn’t have to change who I was for other people, I did not have to apologize for doing something that others thought was strange, that I could truly be my authentic self. Growing up it is hard to not fall under the pressure that people can put on you, the negativity, and the constant comparison of others. That is something I feel like you can never escape, but it can be tucked away because you know you are worth more to yourself. I was looking for those girls who could make me feel that way, being loved unconditionally and I was worth being who I am. 

Throughout each round of recruitment, all the girls in ADPi made me feel so loved, and I could tell how much they each loved ADPi. Every round I was overwhelmed and amazed at the same time. When preference round came around, Camyrn Deaton picked me up at the door - smiles and all - and just gave me the biggest hug! Finally, when Sarah Dutton picked me up after the pref ceremony, I just started crying (which I never thought I would do during recruitment), I knew I was home and knew what true sisterhood felt like. Since running home on bid day, I have been surrounded by the people who I love the most. Being sisters with all these girls is truly an honor and privilege, every single one strives to be the best. First, one of my role models growing up Jordan (best cousin ever), My amazing diamond family (Kylie Crowe, Jenna Sexton, Sarah Dutton, & the best twittle ever MaryKate Miesner), the best/future Pi Place roomie McKenna Dowell ( love you so much), Samamtha Crisp (the girl I can always count on), and so many more amazing girls who inspire me every day. 

Even though it has only been a few short months in my time at UK, I cannot wait to see the next three years be even better. I am looking forward to every single moment: Greek Sing, living in the Pi Palace, my first spirit week and recruitment, etc. I cannot wait for all the many firsts and lasts within the next three years and I know it will be all worthwhile with my ADPi girls. My Why ADPi is a question that is so hard to put into words. While it is hard to express through a few short paragraphs, I will always strive to do my answer justice with how much I love this sisterhood

Pi Love <> 

Cameron Halpin