National Herstory

National HERstory

Sigma Gamma Rho Quick Facts:

Sigma Flower- The sorority flower is the yellow tea rose.

Sigma Mascot - The sorority mascot is the French Toy Poodle.

Sorority Colors- The sorority colors are royal blue and gold.

Sorority Motto - "Greater Service, Greater Progress."

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was organized on November 12, 1922 in Indianapolis, Indiana by Mary Lou Allison Little and six teachers: Dorothy Hanley Whiteside, Vivian White Marbury, Nannie Mae Gahn Johnson, Hattie Mae Dulin Redford, Bessie M. Downey Martin and Cubena McClure.

In keeping with the ideals of Sigma Gamma Rho, the sorority has supported the following organizations: National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, National Council of Negro Women, National Pan Hellenic Council, Leadership Conference on Civil Rights, National Urban League, March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation, National Mental Health Association, United Negro College Fund, Martin Luther King Center for Non-Violent Social Change, Black Women's Agenda and American Association of University Women.

Soaring to greater heights of attainment around the world, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., as a leading national service organization, has met the challenges of the day and continues to grow through Sisterhood, Scholarship and Service.

Mission Statement:
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority's aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public Services, leadership, and education of the youth are the hallmark of the organization's programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact the society, educationally, civicly and economically.