Important Dates Phi Rho Flashcards

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What significant event occurred in Fall 1983?

Abby Mcdoanld and Rashmi Drummond decided to create a sorority for women in engineering.

What happened on September 24, 1984?

The Purdue Alpha chapter of Phi Sigma Rho is started with 10 charter members.

What recognition did the Purdue Alpha chapter receive on February 25, 1985?

The Purdue Alpha chapter is recognized as a student organization.

What symbols were chosen for the sorority in April 1985?

The pyramid and the star are chosen as the sorority. Signup and view all the answers

What change to sorority colors occurred in August 1985?

Sorority colors are changed from sea mist green and jade to wine red and silver. Signup and view all the answers

What milestone occurred on September 4, 1985?

The first sorority rush held at Purdue Alpha yields a beta class of seven. Signup and view all the answers

What was chosen as the sorority mascot in January 1986?

The penguin is chosen as the sorority mascot. Signup and view all the answers

What important document was established in February 1986?

The sorority oath is established. Signup and view all the answers

What publication featured the story of Phi Sigma Rho in March 1986?

The U.S. Woman Engineer magazine publishes the story of Phi Sigma Rho. Signup and view all the answers

What significant accomplishment took place on April 4, 1986?

The gamma class of Purdue Alpha creates the Phi Sigma Rho creed. Signup and view all the answers

What was accepted in May 1986?

The Purdue Alpha chapter is accepted as an associate member of the Purdue Panhellenic Association. Signup and view all the answers

What notable event happened on November 1, 1986?

The first annual Orchid Ball of Purdue Alpha is held in Lafayette, Indiana. Signup and view all the answers

What event occurred in April 1987?

The delta class of Purdue Alpha presents sister we are. Signup and view all the answers

What significant event happened on August 13, 1987?

A group from Purdue Alpha attends the Triangle Fraternity national convention at the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Signup and view all the answers

Who designed the coat of arms in February 1988?

The coat of arms is designed by Tracy Blair, Purdue A-1985. Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about February 6, 1988?

The first National Council meeting is held with key members. Signup and view all the answers

What happened on April 24, 1988?

The 4 charter members of the Ohio State Beta chapter are initiated at Purdue University. Signup and view all the answers

What occurred on December 6, 1988?

The installation of the Ohio State Beta chapter is conducted. Signup and view all the answers

What significant event took place on October 29, 1989?

The 26 charter members of the Dayton-Gamma chapter are initiated at Purdue University. Signup and view all the answers

What happened on November 2, 1991?

The installation of the Dayton-Gamma chapter is conducted. Signup and view all the answers

What design change occurred on August 10, 1991?

The badge design is revised and approved at the National Convention. Signup and view all the answers

What happened on January 11, 1992?

The nine charter members of the Toledo Delta chapter are initiated in Toledo, Ohio. Signup and view all the answers

What revision took place on February 6, 1998?

The constitution is revised into a governing laws document consisting of a constitution and bylaws. Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurred on April 5, 1999?

The 8 charter members of Kentucky Epsilon chapter are initiated in Lexington, Kentucky. Signup and view all the answers

What plan was developed in June 2011?

The 8th national council develops the first sorority strategic plan. Signup and view all the answers

What happened on January 8, 2000?

The 13 charter members of Pittsburg Zeta chapter are initiated in Columbus, Ohio. Signup and view all the answers

What event was conducted on September 30, 2000?

The installation of Kentucky Epsilon chapters and Pittsburg Zeta chapter are conducted in Columbus, Ohio. Signup and view all the answers

What occurred on April 21, 2001?

The 27 charter members of Michigan Eta chapter are initiated in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurred on November 2001?

Phi Sigma Rho's 1000th sister is initiated. Signup and view all the answers

What was established on March 1, 2005?

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation receives Articles of Incorporation. Signup and view all the answers

What took place on April 23, 2006?

Phi Chapter of Phi Sigma Rho is inducted. Signup and view all the answers

What significant event took place on February 18, 2007?

Installment date of Phi Sigma Rho, Howard University, Phi Chapter. Signup and view all the answers

What occurred on February 10-13, 2011?

The Phi Sigma Rho and Triangle national councils hold their first joint meetings in San Diego. Signup and view all the answers

What happens on May 29, 2011?

The new ritual manual is approved by the national convention. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Founding and Early Years

Fall 1983: Abby Mcdoanld and Rashmi Drummond establish a sorority for women in engineering.
September 24, 1984: Purdue Alpha chapter of Phi Sigma Rho launched with 10 charter members.
February 25, 1985: Purdue Alpha chapter officially recognized as a student organization.
April 1985: The pyramid and star symbols adopted for the sorority.

Symbols and Colors

August 1985: Sorority colors change from sea mist green and jade to wine red and silver.
January 1986: The penguin selected as the sorority mascot.
February 1986: Establishment of the sorority oath.

Growth and Recognition

1986: The U.S. Woman Engineer magazine features Phi Sigma Rho's story.
April 4, 1986: Creation of the Phi Sigma Rho creed by the gamma class of Purdue Alpha.
May 1986: Purdue Alpha becomes an associate member of the Purdue Panhellenic Association.
November 1, 1986: The first annual Orchid Ball is hosted in Lafayette, Indiana.

Expansion

1988: Installation of the Ohio State Beta chapter; coat of arms designed.
October 1989: Initiation of the 26 charter members of the Dayton-Gamma chapter at Purdue.
November 1991: Badge design revised, becoming the first official Phi Sigma Rho badge.

Organizational Developments

1998: Phi Sigma Rho's constitution revised into governing laws including a constitution and bylaws.
April 5, 1999: Eight charter members of the Kentucky Epsilon chapter initiated in Lexington, Kentucky.
November 2001: Phi Sigma Rho's 1000th sister initiated.

Milestones and Conferences

March 1, 2005: Phi Sigma Rho Foundation receives Articles of Incorporation.
July 29-31, 2005: First joint national convention with Triangle Fraternity held in Lisle, Illinois.
April 23, 2006: Induction of the Phi chapter at Howard University.

Recent Developments

July 16-19, 2009: National convention in Pittsburgh celebrates Phi Sigma Rho's 25th anniversary.
April 9, 2011: Virginia Commonwealth chapter initiated in Richmond, Virginia.
July 13, 2011: Jointly written relationship approved between Phi Sigma Rho and Triangle Fraternity.

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