Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc, Lambda Omicron Chapter at Cornell University
 
06-Mar-2001

SIGMA FACTS

Mascot :

Sigma Gamma Rho's Mascot if the French Toy Poodle

 

Coat Of Arms:

The coat of arms consists of the lamp of learning, the quill, the serpent of the medical staff, two stars, the skull and cross-swords, and the fasces (bundle of sticks).

 

 

Official Badge:

The pin is an open book. The foundation of the whole pin is a torch. There are ten pearls on the edge of the book and two rubies.

The Official Flower is the

Yellow Rose

 

Colors:

Sorority colors are royal blue and gold.

 

National Service Projects:

BigBookBag: This is the sorority's newest project which was set up in conjunction with the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, Incorporated. It was developed in 1996 by Grand Basileus Dr. LaRona J. Morris. It is a program to get supplies to needy school children. The program has already begun with each region participating at their Regional Conference in 1997.

Mwanamugimu Essay Contest: The primary goal is to increase the knowledge of young people about the historical and contemporary development of African nations. The secondary goal of the program seeks to improve the writing and research skills of students. Chapters sponsor local essay contests that usually include awards programs. Regional contests are also held, with winning essays announced at regional conferences.

Program for Africa: A program to provide African women -who produce more than 75% of the food grown on the continent- with grain grinders. This program is in conjunction with Africare.

Wee Savers National: project to educate young people about how to use their personal finances. The program sponsors trips to finanicial insitutions, seminars on finance and learning projects

Chapter Service Projects:

Sleeping with the Homeless (Usually heald in Early March) Sorority collects clothing and canned food items for local shelter.

Sister to Sister : Mentoring Program

First Fridays: Black Networking Organization designed to promote unity and success.