Active for 2020-2021
Type of Organization: Greek (NPHC)
Organization E-mail: sigmagammarho@winthrop.edu
Purpose of Organization: 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.
Description of Organization: Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded on November 12, 1922 on the campus of Butler
University in Indianapolis, Indiana by seven courageous and dignified school educators.
Soaring to greater heights of attainment around the world, Sigma Gamma Rho, as a leading
national service organization, has met the challenges of the day and continues to
grow through Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Service. The Legendary Lambda Kappa chapter
received its charter at Winthrop University on September 27, 1989, still carrying
on the motto of its founding. "Greater Service, Greater Progress.
"Planned Projects/Events: Adopt-A-Highway, Operation Big Book Bag, Hattie McDaniel Cancer Awareness and Health
Program, Founder's Week 2012 and more.
