Sigma Lambda Gamma
National Sorority, Inc.
The Glorious Gamma Chapter at Iowa State University
Mission & Purpose
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Sigma Lambda Gamma strives to be the premier organization committed to providing a mechanism of empowerment to all women.
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The purpose of Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority shall be primarily one of promoting standards of excellence in morality, ethics, and education. Further, the Sorority shall work to better serve the needs and wants of all people by disseminating information about the diverse culture, which we all share. Finally, the Sorority shall maintain respect for the views of others, through this valuing, thereby, enhancing our understanding of one another, and thus bettering our community, our country, and the world.
Five Principles
Academic Excellence: As members, our number one goal in college is our education for it is the key to a better future.
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Community Service: Our service to others not only empowers us but our entire community and opens up our eyes to a better understanding of worldly issues.
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Cultural Awareness: We celebrate our diversity and encourage our members to explore and share their culture.
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Morals & Ethics: We respect all people and cultures and live by life's Golden Rules.
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Social Interaction: As sisters, we believe positive social interaction not only strengthens our sisterhood, it benefits the community at large.
Sorority Facts
Founding Date: April 9, 1990
Founding Location: University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
Principles: Academics, Community Service, Cultural Awareness, Social Interaction, Morals & Ethics
Motto: "Culture is Pride, Pride is Success"
Founding Mothers: Gloria Cuevas, Julieta Maria Miller-Calderon, Maria Ester Pineda, Danell Marie Riojas-Carbajal, Guadalupe Cruz Temiquel
Philanthropy: Breast Cancer Awareness & TRiO Programs
Colors: Shocking Pink and Majestic Purple
Flower: Pink Rose
Stone: Purple Amethyst
Mascot: Purple Panther