Rushers should be introduced to her whenever they are brought to the shelter. Her reception of the rushee will immediately place the chapter in a favorable light. The new housemother should be informed of the part she will be expected to play in rush, and the techniques of rush should be made known to her. Many housemothers aid the alumni relations and publicity committees in their publishing of newsletters and rush pamphlets. When alumni visit the shelter, she should do everything possible to make them feel that they are still an active part of the chapter.
Many alumni maintain a strong tie to the chapter through correspondence with the housemother.
Because of the social significance of the housemother, and because of the respectful treatment she should receive from the chapter, the social committee should place her at the head of the guest list, wherever possible, for all chapter social functions. The finance committee should cooperate closely with the housemother and should do everything reasonable to facilitate her work. If the housemother takes the place of the chapter steward, she should familiarize herself with the section in this Chapter Leadership Guide dealing with that function. The service contributed by the housemother will be directly proportionate to the co-operation, respect, and affection shown for her by members of the chapter. She is their mother away from home.