While I agree with the honorary membership idea, I DO NOT think we should 'court' them.
While we strive to serve as wholesome examples for others to follow and invite the community (prospectives and others) to participate in chapter events and other public functions, we should not go out of our way to try to convince someone, honorary or not, to join the organization. If someone expresses an interest and we feel she could be an asset to the organization, then the process can begin and an invitation for membership might be extended. However, just like other categories of prospective members, honorary member prospectives must seek Delta FIRST.
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Originally posted by SapphireSensation:
Peace & Blessings
I agree with Sister Soror 12dn94DST on Honorary Members being feathers in our respective caps.
However, my only concern is, that when Honorary members are sought out--if they are local people but high profile, the alumni/nae chapter should court them for membership. For example, if Jane Doe civil activist lives next door to me, there's no reason why I or couldn't or shouldn't court her and invite her to chapter functions, etc. Especially since the majority of Honorary Members (or potential) have their degrees.
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