What needs advisor approval?

Question

Do these two sentences mean the same thing.

exceptions for this requirement may be made only for medical reasons or any other reasons that are first approved by the Advisor and a 3/4 chapter vote.

exceptions for this requirement may be made only for medical reasons or any other reasons, that are first approved by the Advisor and a 3/4 chapter vote.

Answer 1

Hi Allen! It appears that the first statement is grammatically correct and is stating that you have two options to get excused from the requirement.

Option 1. You have a medical reason.

Option 2: You get excused by your advisor and then get approval from the required 3/4 chapter vote.

I hope this helps! Good luck on all your endeavors.

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