Module 3 - Sigma Image

Question 1

Members have a responsibility to

Answer 1

1. Obey the rules of the sorority
2. Hold sorority matters in strict secrecy
3. Let your life exemplify high principles for others to follow
4. Cooperate with officers and members of the sorority
5. Train for leadership as far as your ability permits
6. Know your sorors and let them know you by your outstanding works and actions

Question 2

When is the annual head tax national assessment due

Answer 2

July 1st - 90 day grace period

Question 3

The Pledge

Answer 3

portrays a member’s strong devotion and sincere dedication to sharing Sigma’s goals and high aims. The Pledge expresses the member’s deep respect for sisterhood along with the precious expectation of Sigma Gamma Rho.

Question 4

Sorority’s Slogan

Answer 4

Greater Service, Greater Progress

Broad in interpretation and it carries the connotation that it could mean either or both social betterment and personal uplift

Question 5

Sorority’s Principles

Answer 5

sisterhood, scholarship and service

Question 6

Sorority’s Hymn

Question 7

The Official Badge

Answer 7

the pin is an open book with a torch as its foundation, ten pearls mounted on the edges and two rubies at the base

Question 8

The Coat of Arms

Answer 8

consists of the lamp of learning, a quill, a serpent, two stars, skull and crossbones, and the fasces (bundle of sticks with an ax)

The sorority’s coat of arms is not awarded to every women who seeks membership, but rather to a woman who has been selected and deemed worthy of the honor of proudly displaying it

Question 9

The Sorority’s Flower

Answer 9

Yellow Tea Rose

an experience of beauty, strength and radiance. Though beautiful and delicate, both (Sigma soror) have the strength to withstand trials caused by man and nature. Both share radiance

Question 10

The Sorority’s Colors

Answer 10

Royal Blue and Antique Gold, present the Sigma soror in her glorious wealth of values, truth and purity

Question 11

The Poodle

Answer 11

chosen as the sorority’s mascot by Quindonell S. Robertson, the 8th Southwestern Region Syntaktes, because the poodle carries itself in a classy, sophisticated way and it is one of the most beautiful and intelligent dog breeds

Question 12

Sigma Attire

Answer 12

1. A plain uninterrupted royal blue and/or gold dress or skirted suit
2. A white dress or white suit skirted suit
3. A black dress or suit (something you could wear to a business meeting)
4. A formal dress that is either royal blue and/or gold
5. A quality shirt, free of stains or wear marks bearing the name “Sigma Gamma Rho” and or the letters for casual functions
6. Optional: a Gold business suit and dress

Question 13

Attire for events

Answer 13

1. Plenary session - suits, dresses and dressy pant suits. Shorts and jeans are not acceptable
2. Public meeting - business suits
3. Banquets - formal or after-five preferred unless there is a special theme
4. Step shows - clean, neat paraphernalia is accepted in moderation; excessive use of paraphernalia is frowned upon
5. Parties - sophisticated, tasteful clothing that is clean and neat; keep in mind that any outfit will reflect upon the entire sorority and therefore, should not be too risqué or provocative
6. The official sorority badge may not be worm with pants or on a jacket; it should not be worn where alcohol is being served