Facts
- Sigma
The first, "Sigma" in the name defines "Sisterhood" - Sisterhood amongst South Asian women and a belief of unity amongst cultural beliefs and values. What the organization educates society on and women of the south Asian decent is solely based upon the South Asian culture, something that another sorority cannot give to the South Asian female decent. The cultural restrictions and values lie in two different aspects when compared to another sorority. Members carry the roots that they have evolved from and strive to have them foot printed through history and across the nation.
- Sigma
The second, "Sigma" of the name defines "Society," which is one of the sole purposes of the organization. Being of South Asian culture, the goal of members is to be able to surpass the vision of typical women and show society that South Asian women can do something for themselves, their community and for people across the nation. Sisters believe in the importance of working together with other organizations whom strive for similar beliefs, giving their skills, and time to the society in philanthropic need.
- Rho
The third letter, "Rho" in the name defines Remembrance. Members place an emphasis of Remembrance on the background of each individual sister, as well as what their ancestors and South Asian women have been through and carrying out the voices of those individuals in today's society.
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