Are you the last in your family in your sorority or fraternity? You might consider donating your badge or pin back to the sorority or fraternity to be held in the archive collection, donated to be used as a special award badge (e.g., a scholarship badge) or for a member who cannot afford a badge.

What do you do with old sorority pins?

Are you the last in your family in your sorority or fraternity? You might consider donating your badge or pin back to the sorority or fraternity to be held in the archive collection, donated to be used as a special award badge (e.g., a scholarship badge) or for a member who cannot afford a badge.

What is fraternity pin?

fraternity pin in British English (frəˈtɜːnɪtɪ pɪn) noun. US. a pin worn on clothing that indicates membership in a fraternity.

Where do you wear a fraternity pin?

The official badge (often referred to as the fraternity pin) is the official pin of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. II. The official badge is only worn over the heart of a brother. It is never worn on the lapel of a suit jacket, blazer or sports coat.

Do fraternities still have pins?

Most fraternities and sororities have bylaws proclaiming pins leased for life to members. By these standards, any pin making its way to eBay is stolen property.

Do sororities have pins?

There are countless other sororities, and they all use custom pins as a sign of their identity and the values they stand for. The pins are not only worn by members but are also a fundamental part of the rush, the application, and the selection process for fraternity and sorority membership.

What does Lavaliering a girl mean?

Lavaliering. If you’re wondering what is lavaliering, it is when a member of a fraternity bestows a necklace with his Greek letters onto an important sorority woman in his life. The person who receives the lavalier can wear it whenever they wish.

What did getting pinned mean in the 50s?

Greek newspapers during the 1940s, 50s and 60s describe the practice of pinning as an. act which signifies serious commitment and a movement towards marriage.

How do you wear the Sigma Chi badge?

When suitably dressed, members may wear the badge over the heart, on the left breast approximately midway between the waist and the neck. It is to be worn with the upper arm slanted slightly toward the left shoulder. It may be worn on a collared shirt, pullover sweater, or vest, but never on the lapel of a coat.

What side do you wear a sorority pin?

left side
Typically, when a woman wears a lapel pin it is on the left side of her clothing at about the height of a breast pocket. To show her professionalism, the lapel pin is worn in a line down the left side if she has more than one.

What is the purpose of a pledge pin?

Pledge pin – a pin worn by pledges for the duration of the pledging period, usually during all times not considered dangerous to do so (during sports, etc.). It is usually given to a pledge following a ceremony when they are first offered membership in the organization and can be worn until their initiation.

What side do I wear my sorority pin?

Typically, when a woman wears a lapel pin it is on the left side of her clothing at about the height of a breast pocket. To show her professionalism, the lapel pin is worn in a line down the left side if she has more than one.

What does it mean when a frat guy gives you his letters?

The lavalier is an esteemed way for a collegiate couple to express commitment and love for one another. The male partner presents his female love interest with a lavalier necklace featuring the Greek letters of his fraternity.

What kind of pins do you make for frat brothers?

We can make lapel pin gifts for frat brothers or Greek fraternity pins for pinning ceremonies. Choose classic diestruck pins, soft enamel pins or hard enamel pins with your fraternity�s symbols.

Are all the fraternity pins created for universities?

Not all of the fraternity pins we design are created for universities. These freemasons lapel pins were designed for the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Lodge in New Jersey. This fraternity badge has a chain attaching the traditional Delta Delta Tau badge with the FIT letters.

What are the different types of sorority pins?

These sorority pins have a classic badge shape. Fraternity and sorority pins come in all kinds of different shapes and sizes, but the badge shape is one of the most popular. These delta Kappa pins use bright red enamel and gold plating to help the artwork pop.

Why do sororities have lapel pins?

The Greek letters, emblems and mottos of your chapter become a part of your identity. When those symbols are stamped into a fresh set of lapel pins for sorority pledges, Greek socials or fraternity gatherings, they become something to be cherished for a lifetime.