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We are On Fire To Serve!
The Zeta Mu Sigma Alumnae Chapter welcomes you to our website. We are excited to be able to serve the Charlottesville, Virginia area and we look forward to serving the community to the fullest. We work diligently in bringing premiere programs to Charlottesville, VA area in line with the national programs and beyond. We are "On Fire To Serve" and we hope you will join us in our service endeavors.
We hope this website will give you a glimpse of what we are all about. Please feel free to contact us via the contact button above.
Sigma Facts
Slogan
"Greater Service, Greater Progress"
Colors: Royal Blue & Gold
Sorority Publication: The AURORA
Sorority Mascot: Poodle
Sorority Flower: Yellow Tea Rose
Affiliates: Philos & Rhoers
Mission Statement
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority's aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development and education of youth are the hallmark of the organization's programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically.
NATIONAL HISTORY
From seven young educators, Sigma Gamma Rho has become an international service organization comprised of women from every profession. Sigma Gamma Rho offers its members opportunities to develop their unique talents through leadership training and involvement in sorority activities. Sorority activities provide an atmosphere where friendships and professional contacts are developed which often lead to bonds that last a lifetime.
Sigma Gamma Rho's commitment to service is expressed in its slogan, "Greater Service, Greater Progress." The sorority has a proud history of offering service wherever chapters exist, including OPERATION BigBookBag, a program designed to address the needs, challenges and issues that face school-aged children who are educationally at-risk in local homeless shelters and extended care hospitals. The objective is for chapters to provide their local homeless shelters and children hospitals with educational materials, equipment and supplies. Other national projects include Wee Savers, Project Reassurance and Habitat for Humanity, Sigma Gamma Rho built seven homes across the United States in Florida, District of Columbia, Wisconsin, California, and Texas.
The service of Sigma Gamma Rho from a global perspective includes Project Africa and Project Mwanamugimu. Through active participation in programs and through networking with other organizations such as the National Council of Negro Women, Urban League and the NAACP, Sigma's legacy of service to improve the quality of life for all mankind continues.
Currently Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and RE/MAX Supreme Properties, Inc. hold partnership to provide educational scholarships while promoting homeownership.
Established: Nov. 12, 1922 at Butler University, Indianapolis, Indiana
Classification: Nonprofit service and social organization Membership: 85,000+
Division: Five Regions Central, Northeastern, Southeastern, Southwestern, Western
Service Channel: Over 500 chapters in the U.S., Bermuda, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Germany and Korea
International Website: http://www.sgrho1922.org
CHAPTER HISTORY
Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter was chartered on Saturday, November 5, 1983 by Dr. Mynora J. Bryant, 13th Northeast Region Syntaktes. The ceremony was held in the Commonwealth Room of Newcomb Hall at the University of Virginia. Chartered as the Charlottesville – Piedmont Alumnae Chapter, the charter officers were: Soror LorettaSalter, Basileus; Debra Barksdale, Anti-Basileus; Frauline Johnson, Grammateus; Catherine Jolley, Tamiochus and LaBonnie C. Allen, Epistoleus.
Sorors from Richmond, VA and Washington, DC witnessed this joyous occasion and celebrated with charter members at the beautiful reception that followed the ceremony. November 5th began the journey of Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter in providing stellar service to the Charlottesville-Piedmont communities.
After several brief inactive periods, Sorors realized the importance of having Zeta Mu Sigma chapter in the Charlottesville community and began the process of reactivating. In the months of August and September, Sorors Clarybel Peguero, Racquel Dozier, Nicole Gray & Sheronica Barcliff began to meet to plan and execute the return of Zeta Mu Sigma to the Charlottesville, VA community. After careful planning and making a strong commitment, six Sorors reactivated Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter with the assistance and support of Valerie Tyler and Clarybel Peguero on December 1, 2008. The reactivationmembers were: Sheronica Barcliff, Racquel Dozier, Nicole Gray, Alicia Hines, Kristin Jackson and Karla Smith.
Since then, many Sorors have moved out of state to further their careers and follow their dreams. Starting the 2009-2010 year off in unity the current members of the chapter, Sorors Sheronica Barcliff, Ashley Clarke, Jean’Yea Daniels, Racquel Dozier, Alicia Hines, Karla Smith & Valerie Tyler are swiftly working to provide stellar service to the Charlottesville community.
The vision for Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter is to be a premiere chapter that works diligently & cooperatively with one another and other chapters to bring innovative programs and stellar service to the Charlottesville, VA area and beyond. Our goal is to achieve excellence through Greater Service and to accomplish Greater Progress within our community. Our vision encompasses leading by example & attracting women of like mind who are interested in serving their fellow man, woman and child through a strong and loving sisterhood.
Established: Nov. 5 1983 Areas Served: Charlottesville, VA
Sponsored Undergraduate Chapters: Theta Lambda _ University of Virginia & Lambda Iota _ James Madison University
2nd Anti-Basileus
Advisor Lambda Iota Chapter
James Madison University
Chervon Moore
Anti-Basileus
Racquel Dozier
Life Member
International Editor-in-Chief
1st Anti-Basileus
Advisor Theta Lambda Chapter
University of Virginia
Rhoer Coordinator
Lisa Allen
Basileus
Jean'Yea Webb Daniels
Grammateus
Tamiochus
Ashley Clarke
Anti- Grammateus
Victoria Gaines
Epistoleus
Doronda Bailey
Jalessa Boykins
Rhoer Club
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 opportunites to carry on the vision of Little.
Rhoers are young girls12-18 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.
If you are interested in finding a Rhoer Club in your area, complete the membership interest form below to receive more information.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Rhoer Club in Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter, contact us at zetamusigmachapter_gmail.com.
SIGMA GAMMA RHO AFFILIATES
Philo Club
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.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Philo Club in Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter, contact us at zetamusigmachapter_gmail.com.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
New members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. are accepted on both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Potential graduate members must hold a degree from a four-year accredited educational institution.
If you are interested in joining Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and reside in the Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas, please complete the form on this page and a chapter representative will contact you.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. does not tolerate hazing of any form. Hazing is wrong, prohibited and unauthorized.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
ONGOING EVENT
Welcome Boxes for the Ronald McDonald House Charlottesville, VA
Join the ladies of Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter as we provide “Welcome Boxes” for the families of The Ronald McDonald House of Charlottesville, VA.
Contact us _ zetamusigmachapter_gmail.com
for pick ups
January 2011
Healthy Food Healthy Choices- Piedmont House
The ladies of Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter will provide Healthy Food Items & Healthy Choices information to the Men of the Piedmont House. A Transitional housing program for non-vilolent male offenders.
MENTORS NEEDED! ZETA MU SIGMA IS LOOKING FOR MALE MENTORS FOR THE GENTLEMEN OF THE PIEDMONT HOUSE.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Suds-n-Duds Detergent Drive - The Ronald McDonald House is in need of laundry detergent, bleach and fabric softener. The Suds-n-Duds drive is a way of filling the needs in an easy and practical way.
Donations are being accepted from January 7-31, 2011 and pick-ups are available. If you would like to donate please contact us at zetamusigmachapter_gmail.com
Keep checking for more event information. If you would like more information about our upcoming events or if you would like to assist with service, please complete the form at the contact page.
Soror Barcliff & Soror Clarke Area II Meeting 9/19/09
Area II meeting 9/19/09
Soror Daniels, Soror Barcliff & Soror Clarke Area II Meeting 9/19/09
Soror Barcliff, Soror Clarke, Soror Dozier & Soror Daniels Area II Meeting 9/19/09
Operation Welcome Boxes
Operations Welcom Boxes
A Relaxing evening with the ladies of Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter
CONTACT US TODAY
We look forward to hearing from you. If you are interested in membership or community service feel free to contact us by the form to the right. Or use one of the contacts below.
E-Mail:
Mailing Address: Zeta Mu Sigma Chapter
P.O. Box 6386 Charlottesville, VA 22906-6386
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LINKS
Please take a moment to visit our undergraduate chapters for more information about campus events and chapter activities. We invite you to also visit the other Sigma links below.
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