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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated was organized on November 12, 1922 in Indianapolis, Indiana by seven young educators. Built on the hallmark of educational excellence, Mary Lou Little, Dorothy Whiteside, Vivian Marbury, Nannie Johnson, Hattie Redford, Bessie Martin and Cubena McClure dedicated their lives to educating and enhancing the quality of life for women around the world. Originally a teachers' organization dedicated to the academic excellence of youth, an official charter was granted to the Alpha Chapter at Butler University on December 30,1929, making it an incorporated national collegiate sorority.
In the midst of heightened racism and oppression on the campus of Butler University and surrounding communities, the seven educators remained steadfast in the mission and vision of enhancing the quality of life for women, youth, and the stakeholders of their community through education. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated continues to grow and thrive from its continuous outreach initiatives established by both undergraduate and alumnae chapters nationwide. |
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"It is the mission of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. to enhance the quality of life for women and their families in the U.S. and globally through community service, civil, and social action. Our goal is to achieve greater progress in the areas of education, health awareness, and leadership development. Our members, affiliates, staff, and community partners work to create and support initiatives that align with our vision."
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" We visualize a world in which all women and their families reach their full potential in all aspects of life and are able to create unlimited opportunities for future generations."
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Sorority Slogan: Greater Service, Greater Progress.
Sorority Colors: Royal Blue & Gold Sorority Mascot: The Poodle Sorority Flower: The Yellow Tea Rose Service Channel: Over 500 Chapters (U.S., Virgin Islands, Bermuda, Bahamas, Canada, Germany, Korea, and the United Arab Emirates)tes. Membership: 100,000+ MEMBERS Divisions: Central, Northeastern, Southeastern, Southwestern, and Western |
The Lambda Beta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. was chartered November 21, 2009 by five motivated members. Crystal Hodge-Lizana, Natalie Ojunga-Andrew, Sequoyah Jones, Alexis Smith-Attuquayefio and Nakiva McDowell sought out to share the mission and vision of our seven founders to the western Massachusetts community. Lambda Beta Sigma was the second graduate chapter to be chartered in the state of Massachusetts along with Zeta Nu Sigma (Boston, MA) and Lambda Kappa Sigma (Brockton, MA) .
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LBS established and welcomed local scholars to our Rhoer Club in 2021 and we are proud to build long standing relationships with the campuses of American International College and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Over the years we have hosted various programs and service initiatives to ensure the community we love most is well taken care of. Notable programs such as Swim 1922, Virtual Wig Drive, Annual Youth Symposium and our highly anticipated Celebrity Bartending Fundraiser bring a host of networking opportunities and resources to residents and key stakeholders here in the Valley. We celebrate our cities diversity through longstanding partnerships with the Springfield Public Schools, Center for Human Development, White Lion Brewing Company, Baystate Health, Square One, YMCA of Greater Springfield and many more. Lambda Beta Sigma has served as a home to women from a variety of professional and personal backgrounds; further embodying the beauty and diversity of Sigma in every facet of life.Through the sororities' national slogan Greater Service, Greater Progress. Lambda Beta Sigma continues to grow immensely in the western Massachusetts community. |
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To learn more about the local undergraduate chapters and regional undergraduate membership opportunities,
please contact our Membership Chair.
please contact our Membership Chair.
Philo Affiliate
"Since its inception, Sigma Gamma Rho has promoted unity among women and for years many alumnae chapters worked with individuals who were not members of Greek-lettered organizations. These women were organized into auxiliaries that had various names until 1954 when the sorority officially approved the organized affiliate group and accepted the name of "Philo"(meaning Friend) as their official name.
In 1980, the Philos were organized on a national level and have grown to represent hundreds of women organized on a regional level as well. The Philos have contributed countless hours of community service and thousands of dollars to aid Sigma Gamma Rho's aim to enhance the quality of life within every community."
In 1980, the Philos were organized on a national level and have grown to represent hundreds of women organized on a regional level as well. The Philos have contributed countless hours of community service and thousands of dollars to aid Sigma Gamma Rho's aim to enhance the quality of life within every community."
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Rhoer Affiliate |
Rhosebud Affiliate |
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"A love for youth and the development of their full potential was the primary motivating factor that inspired Founder Mary Lou Allison Gardner Little to organize Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Young people today face challenges that could never have been imagined years ago, but such challenges provide the sorority with opportunities to carry on the vision of Little. Rhoers are young girls organized on a local, regional and national level. The Rhoer affiliates are working to help other young people while they learn about their heritage and develop leadership skills. Sigma Gamma Rho is dedicated to helping Rhoers to grow to be women of substance dedicated to service."
Young Ladies
Ages 12-18 Click here to learn more about the LBS Rhoer Club.
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"The Rhosebud Club is an affiliate group of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. consisting of a diverse group of girls ages 8 through 11 years of age. Delicate like the petals of a rosebud, this affiliate group is handled with special care and attention.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. seeks to play a role in helping to cultivate girls as they grow into young ladies who are well-rounded and will embody the qualities needed to be good students and productive citizens. We feel this can be best achieved through action that will contribute to the overall well-being of the Rhosebud." Young Girls
Ages 8-11 Click here to learn more about the LBS Rhosebud Club.
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