What does it mean to be pinned by a fraternity boy?

Answer 1

Different Fraternities have different rules regarding pinning, but pinning marks a serious commitment in a relationship. The girl has to lavaliered already, which means that she has been given a necklace (a lavaliere) with the fraternity's letters on it, and she is therefore allowed to wear the letters of his fraternity on a sweatshirt or t-shirt as well. Then, sometimes six months later, sometimes more or less, a the fraternity boy gives her his pin, which usually involves quite a bit of ceremony and singing. It can be like the Greek version of a promise ring, but also can simply signify that they are just seriously committed to their relationship. Pinnings are not always between a fraternity boy and a girl in a sorority, but it is often easier when the girl is a member of the sorority because her sisters plan the event.