Philanthropy
What is our Philanthropy?
Sigma Sigma Sigma Foundation. It is split up in to three different categories: play therapy, Robbie Page Memorial, and March of Dimes.
Does Tri Sigma fine?
No
What should you say if a PNM tells you they're only joining a sorority for the parties?
Let her know that being in a sorority is more than just the parties. Tell her about the different opportunities she would have to get involved, talk about our community service and philanthropy.
What are our colors?
Purple and White
What is our Symbol?
The Sailboat
Who is Robbie Page?
Robbie Page was the son of a former national president. He died at the age of 5 from Polio. In honor of him, the Robbie Page Memorial Fund was created.
How much are we charging as a local new member fee?
$25; due by the end of November
The PNM you have is very hard to talk to. What should you do?
Try asking open ended questions instead of yes/no. Hopefully this will get her to open up more. If she still isn't talking, just start talking about Sigma (ex: why did you join?)
Who was the first sorority on Murray State's campus?
Tri Sigma!
What is our jewel?
Pearl
What is Play Therapy?
Therapeutic play helps hospitalized children to accept and understand their diseases and treatments, to decrease stress and anxiety, and to increase coping through developmentally appropriate support and education.
How much of the national new member fee is due within the first week of joining?
$90
You accidentally pick up the wrong PNM; what do you do?
Keep going like nothing happened. Don't tell her you messed up and you aren't supposed to talk to her. As soon as you leave the tent, go find Ashley Taylor and tell her.
What is our Motto?
Faithful Unto Death
What awards did we win at All Greek Assembly?
Best new member education program
Best education program
How much did Alpha Chi raise last year for the foundation?
Starting in the Spring, how much will the new members have to pay?
Semesterly: $315
Monthly: $70
What do you do when a PNM starts crying while you're talking to her?
Ask her if she's comfortable telling you why she's crying. Signal a floater and ask if they can go get a tissue for the PNM.
When was Sigma nationally founded?
April 20, 1898
Name a famous sister.
What does March of Dimes do, and when did Sigma partner with them?
March of Dimes funds research for premature birth, promotes newborn screening, and educates medical professionals and the public about best practices for healthy pregnancy. Sigma partnered with MoD in 2016.
How much of the national new member fee is due before initiation?
$100
What do you do if a PNM tells you they hate Sigma?
Is it because of someone you talked to in our chapter? What can we do to make your experience from now on better?
What is our Slogan?
Empowered Women Empower Women
Name one of our founding members. (There's 8 total)
Margaret Batten, Louise Davis, Martha Trent Featherston, Isabella Merrick, Sallie Michie, Lelia Scott, Elizabeth Watkins, and Lucy Wright.