[moliesdaughter]

We had this issue a few years ago when I was still a collegian. We called FHQ and they stated that they do not recognize lavaliering. We have to decide on it as a chapter. After that, we put the process in our chapter bylaws.

We must first write a letter to the chapter stating why we want to give a lavaliere to this person. The letter is to be read by the sister to the rest of the chapter. That sister is then to leave the room while the chapter votes. When the chapter votes, they take into consideration the relationship between the individuals, if there is a sign of commitment from the other person, etc. These are not discussed by the chapter but reflected upon internally by each member. The chapter then does a simple majority vote. If you would like to know the entire process, you may just contact the Beta Epsilon President at Monmouth College. She should have the full bylaws with that portion of it. Hope this helps!