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Another alternative
Without divulging too much process here..
There is a way for members who are not present to state their opinions during selection - but it requires you to work with your membership advisor. Similar to how alumnae and other sisters can submit references, you can have your comments given to the membership chair. Typically, I've known this to be done for extenuting circumstances where there are negative comments (which are anonymous, of course) but I can't imagine why it wouldn't be possible to give a positive reference.
However, I will say this - If you have sisters who are intentionally smearing this woman or otherwise have a negative opinion of her (rightfully earned or not) I would talk to them directly. Chances are, no matter which way the chapter decides, the "dissentors" will not change their opinion - which may make life tough if this woman eventually pledges.
I've seen this one happen before... and the results weren't pretty..
Good Luck,
Paula
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