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Our chapter has always followed a supposed rule that alumnae are not able to attend our Forget-Me-Not formal or mixers because of insurance reasons. Lately I've started to question whether it is a real rule, but I am starting to question the truth to it. I should probably know this considering I'm now on the Chapter Advisory board.

I can see why it wouldn't be a good idea for alumnae to attend some events, like a fraternity mixer. I can see both pros and cons for Formal, but I do think it would be nice to be able to invite alumnae there with dates so that local alumnae have a chance to get together with each other and meet some of the new chapter members.

I think it all comes down to there is a collegiate experience and an alumnae experience. Yes, things like rituals are what link those together, but as an alumnae, I don't think I'd enjoy partying with 18-year olds anymore. In a formal setting it would be nice, but a fraternity mixer would be pretty old.