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Originally Posted by questionforyou
I searched through previous threads, but didn't really find an answer I was comfortable with. My uncle (deceased) was an LXA and when I was initiated into a sorority, I recieved his badge as a token of his memory/for safekeeping. My mother would like me to wear it during graduation, as they were very close.
I would love to wear it in some way because he is still very much loved and that way a piece of him would be there. I considered pinning his and mine to my cap (material permitting), but I don't want to disrespect his badge in any way and I'm not clear on the rules regarding it.
What is the most respectful way I could do this (given that i'm obviously not a wife or a mother)?
Thank you for any reply you can give.
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Disclaimer: I am not a Lambda Chi.
That said, a quick google search turned up the 2008 edition of the Lambda Chi
Constitution and Statutory Code. Code VIII-6 says: "The Official Badge of the Fraternity shall be worn only by a fully initiated member in good standing or by his mother, sister, wife, or fiancée. This statute shall apply equally to all sizes of the Official Badge."
If that is so, there is no respectful way for you to wear your uncle's badge, nor would it honor him, or his fraternity, for you to do so. Rather, it would be disrespectful.
I would also question the respectfulness of pinning
any badges to your cap, as I think most GLOs specify that badges should be worn over the heart.
If you want to honor and remember your uncle and his fraternity affiliation, pin purple, green and gold ribbons to your gown, or if you prefer, on your cap.
As for the badge, I have mentioned way upthread that I inherited my great-grandfather's fraternity badge. I have it framed in a nice shawbox-type frame, and it is hanging in our home with other items that have special family significance. I think that would be a great way to remember your uncle and care for his badge.
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