The Founders:
Tri Sigma was founded in Farmville, VA at Longwood College on April 20, 1898. Eight young women had a drea and they made it come true by forming this sorority.
These women's names are:
Margaret Batten, Louise Davis, Martha Trent Featherston, Isabella Merrick, Sallie Michie, Lelia Scott, Elisabeth Watkins, and Lucy Wright.
Random Sigma Facts:
Sigma Sigma Sigma is the only Sorority with a hearing impaired chapter
"Where the Heart Is" was written by a Tri-Sigma
Carebears were invented by a Tri-Sigma
Tri Sigma was the first NPC group to establish chapters in Alaska
Nationally, 71% of Greeks graduate, while only 50% of non-Greeks do
Carrie Underwood is a Tri-Sigma from Oklahoma
Mission Statement:
Sigma Sigma Sigma promotes a perpetual bond of friendship, develops strong womanly character, and inspires high standards of ethical conduct
Symbols:
Our jewel is the pearl
Our flower is the purple violet
Our main symbol is the sailboat, which means we are forever moving forward
Our open motto is "Faithful Unto Death"
