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The Bluestone 2C Sigma Sigma Sigma sisters listen intently to a presentation by author Leslie Goldman about body image and eating disorders. The event was part od a month long educational series for the sorority ' s philanthrophy. photo courtesy {sigma sigma sigma by Justine howell {writer} igma Sigma Sigma, also known as k Tri Sigma, was founded by Margaret H Batten, Louise Davids, Martha B I Trent Featherston, Isabella Merrick, I Sallie Mitchie, Lelia Scon, Elizabeth B Watkins and Lucy Wright at the State Female Normal School in Farmville, Virginia (now Longwood University). It was officially founded on April 20, 1898. The national sorority sent out a magazine to all members called The Triangle of Sigma Sigma Sigma three times every vear. The magazine ' s name was appropriately related to Tri Sigma ' s badge called the Triangle Degree: a triangle with sigmas in each corner, and a skull and crossed bones in the center. The sororitv adopted the sailboat as its s Tnbol to represent continual forward motion, and the official flower was the purple violet. Accordingly Sigma Sigma Sigma ' s colors were royal purple and white. The jewel thev claimed was the pearl, and their coat ot arms was uniquelv one designed bv Harriet Hankins Alpha in 1902. It consisted of three Greek Sigmas, spreading wings joined at a circle and clasped hands. At the bottom was Tri Sigma ' s motto, Faithful Unto Death. The founding of this sororitv established three principles to live bv: to ensure a perpetual bond of friendship, to develop strong womanly character, and to promote high standards of conduct. Sigma Sigma Sigma ' s Alpha Upsilon chapter was founded at the universitv in 1939, currendv holding 147 members. Tri Sigma has brought the best friends and experiences into mv life, I have learned so much about myself, and how to build 252 { Mgma Sigma
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ORGANIZATIONS Front Row: Kathleen Murphy, liana Frederick , Tessa Dearing. Back Row: John Haney, Alicia Mau, Marcus Sensabaugh. Presbyterian Campus Ministry ' s )urpose was to provide opportunities for spiritual growth through mission, Bible study, worship and friendship. The 14 members of the organization integrated the university ' s spirit into local church missions, as well as took pride in feeding and housing the homeless and leading worship services at local churches. I Organizations} 25i
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The Sigma Sigma Sigma sisters wear a custm T-shirt made to fundraise for the sorority ' s philanthropy. The Leslie George Philanthropy brought awareness to eating disorders and taught young women to love and appreciate themselves, photo courtesy {sigma Sigma Sigma} long lasting relationships, said junior Kaitlen Brown. I have learned how to live bv the values on a daily basis and reach out to the community in need by participating in countless philanthropic events. In addition to raising money for their own philanthropy, Tri Sigma had continually donated time, money and efforts to other Greek philanthropies including Alpha Tau Omega ' s Rock For R.A.K, Alpha Kappa Lambda ' s Turkey Trot, Delta Gamma ' s Anchorsplash, Delta Delta Delta ' s Triple Plav, and Greek Week Greek Sing. Members of the Alpha Upsilon chapter were also involved on campus in organizations such as Panhellenic Council, Student Ambassadors, The Bluestones, SMAD Club, Operation Smile, Relay For Lite, Club Gymnastics, Habitat For Humanity and Public Relations Student Society of America. Their national vision was comprised of five pillars: partnerships with the foundation, be fiscally strong, be a chapter growth leader, increase alumnae involvement, and develop nationally recognized programming. Tri Sigma means more to me than words can describe and has enhanced my college years to the fullest, I could not be more proud to be a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma, ' said Brown. } Front Row: Corinne Bombowsky, Jenna Alley, Lauren Dill, Alyssa McCarron, Carina Fleming, Shruti Mittra, Alexandra De France, Megan Hasper, Elena Ugenti, Samantha Tingle, Claire Maguire, Lindsey Imperioli. Second Row: Lauren Vacca, Ashley Ostendorf, Molly Zubrow, Anne-Taylor Hinton, Taylor Pendergart, Nicole Tormey, Melanie Sena, Madeline Keimig, Hannah Kobett, Chelsea Little, Jacqueline Kirol, Megan Poch, Jennifer Davis. Third Row: Julie Himmel, Dineen Connolly, Lindsay Bergh, Megan Godfrey, Courtney Gallagher, Caroline Accardi, Anna Howard, Christine Ching, Laura Buckley, Alison Fullerton, Cierra Fauber-Ferrier, Fourth Row: Meghan Reed, Brittany Flippo, Alison Atkins, Erica Marraffa, Alexa Broccoli, Kathleen Sheehan Alexandra Tobia, Lacey Knizner, Marisa Giustiniano, Lauran Cartier, Alexandra Warren, Kara McGovern, Lauren Mason, Jacqueline Rodebaugh, Back Row: Elizabeth Paterson, Tessa Parker, Kate Kenney, Madeline Joy, Jessie Knowles, AH Schroeder, Kaitlen Brown, Meghan Bean, Katherine Smith, Ryan Leigh Brizzolara, Katri Lindholm, Kelsey Mango, Dyana Bertinetti, Brittany Thompson, Kathryn Magagna. Organizations }zs3
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