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Educational Scholarship
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, Eta Iota Sigma Chapter, is an organization of women bound
together in thought and effort toward common goals. One of our goals is to motivate youth toward greater achievement-academically, socially and vocationally. It is in the spirit of service and through our
commitment to education that we are awarding an Educational Scholarship to a deserving high school
senior who will be enrolling at an accredited college or university for the upcoming fall semester. All
information is confidential and will only be used to determine Scholarship eligibility and need.
VIEW THE SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION HERE
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- National Website
- Northeast Region Website
- Mu Omega Chapter
- Nu Pi Chapter
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National History
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.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was organized on November 12, 1922 in Indianapolis, Indiana by seven young educators: Mary Lou Allison Little, Dorothy Hanley Whiteside, Vivian White Marbury, Nannie Mae Gahn Johnson, Hattie Mae Dulin Redford, Bessie M. Downey Martin and Cubena McClure. The group became an incorporated national collegiate sorority on December 30, 1929, when a charter was granted to Alpha chapter at Butler University.
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 .
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.
With over 500 chapters & 85,000+ members in the United States, Bermuda, the Virgin Islands, Bahamas, Germany and Korea, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is committed to improve the quality of life for its members and the society it serves. Learn more about the international organizaiotn by visiting the official sorority website at http://www.sgrho1922.org.