Sigma Alpha Facts
Sigma Alpha is a _______ Sorority
Professional
When is Founder's Day?
January 26th, 1978
What is this symbol
Γ
What was the first fraternity?
Phi Beta Kappa
The emerald
What is the Sigma Alpha Newsletter?
The Emerald Times
What is this symbol?
Η
Eta
What was the first sorority?
Adelphian
What color is the official flower of Sigma Alpha?
yellow
What do the Greek Letters, Σ and A stand for?
Sisters in Agriculture
Who are the five founders of Sigma Alpha?
Ann Huling Mathews, Amy Mathews, Cindie Davis, Jennifer McMillan, and Marilyn Burns
What is the symbol for Sigma?
∑
What are the four types of Greek organizations?
General, Professional, Honor Societies, Recognition Societies
What is the name of Sigma Alpha's official mascot?
Perry
Scholarship, Leadership, Fellowship and Service
What officers comprise the National Executive Board?
President, Vice President of Alumni, and Treasurer
What is the symbol for Upsilon?
Y
What national interfraternity association is Sigma Alpha a part of?
What is the motto of Sigma Alpha?
Cultivating Professional Women in Agriculture
Why was Sigma Alpha started?
Two women wanted more out of the general greek organization; to create lifelong bonds with fellow women pursuing careers in agriculture
What is this symbol?
Ω
Omega
When was the first Greek organization founded?
1776
What is the objective of Sigma Alpha?
It is the objective of this sorority to promotes its members in all facets of agriculture and to strengthen the bonds of friendship among them. It is the purpose of the members to strive for achievement in scholarship, leadership, and service, and to further the development of excellence in women pursuing careers in agriculture.