Phi Sigma Sigma: History and Key Concepts
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What is the official philanthropic foundation of Phi Sigma Sigma?

  • Habitat for Humanity
  • The Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation (correct)
  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
  • The American Red Cross

Phi Sigma Sigma was founded as a sectarian sorority.

False (B)

What is Phi Sigma Sigma's Open Motto in Greek?

Diokete Hupsula

According to the listed three Judicial Board steps, the final step is __________.

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Match the following aspects of Phi Sigma Sigma with their corresponding symbols or meanings:

<p>Flower = American Beauty Rose Colors = King Blue and Gold Symbol = Sphinx Open Motto = Aim High</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the listed six virtues of Phi Sigma Sigma?

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LITP stands for 'Loyalty, Integrity, Trust, and Perseverance'.

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What date was the Delta Zeta Chapter founded?

<p>February 27, 1982</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the information, what does Phi Sigma Sigma believe in?

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The moral backbone of the organization and the bond that unites and defines Phi Sigma Sigma is __________.

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When was Phi Sigma Sigma founded?

Phi Sigma Sigma was founded on November 26, 1913.

When was the Delta Zeta Chapter founded?

The Delta Zeta Chapter was founded on February 27, 1982.

Who are the founders of Phi Sigma Sigma?

Ethel Gordon Kraus, Lillian Gordon Alpern, Josephine Ellison Breakstone, Estelle Melnick Cole, Shirley Cohen Laufer, Claire Wunder McArdle, Fay Chertkoff, Rose Sher Seidman, Jeanette Lipka Furst, Gwen Zailiels Snyder

What are the 6 virtues of Phi Sigma Sigma?

Friendship, Faith, Sincerity, Integrity, Love, and Strength.

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What are Phi Sigma Sigma's Core Values?

Lifelong Learning, Inclusiveness, and Leadership through service.

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What are the three Judicial Board steps?

Loss of social privileges, Loss of voice and vote, and Disaffiliation.

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What are the five membership statuses?

Active, Limited, Chapter, Alumnae, and Early Alumnae.

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What are the minimum standards of Phi Sigma Sigma?

Attend chapter, Pay dues, Participate in 2 committees, Participate in 2 campus activities.

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What is Phi Sigma Sigma's Open Motto?

Diokete Hupsula (Aim High)

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What is Phi Sigma Sigma's flower?

American Beauty Rose

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Study Notes

  • A new Phi Sigma Sigma member must score 70% or higher on the chapter's exam to be eligible for initiated sister status.

Key Dates

  • Phi Sigma Sigma was founded on November 26, 1913.
  • The Delta Zeta Chapter was founded on February 27, 1982.

Founders

  • Ethel Gordon Kraus
  • Lillian Gordon Alpern
  • Josephine Ellison Breakstone
  • Estelle Melnick Cole
  • Shirley Cohen Laufer
  • Claire Wunder McArdle
  • Fay Chertkoff
  • Rose Sher Seidman
  • Jeanette Lipka Furst
  • Gwen Zailiels Snyder

Important People

  • First Grand Archon: Fay CHertkoff

Phi Sigma Sigma Details

  • Hymn: Liebstraum
  • Official Philanthropic Foundation: The Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation
  • The 6 Virtues: Friendship, Faith, Sincerity, Integrity, Love, Strength
  • Core Values: Lifelong Learning, Inclusiveness, Leadership Through Service
  • The Three Judicial Board Steps: Loss of social, Loss of voice and vote, Disaffiliation.
  • 5 Membership Statuses: Active, Limited, Chapter, Alumnae, Early Alumnae
  • Minimum Standards: Attend chapter, Pay dues, Participate in 2 committees, Participate in 2 campus activities
  • Open Motto: Diokete Hupsula (Aim High)
  • The moral backbone of the organization: Ritual
  • Official Name: Phi Sigma Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
  • Flower: American Beauty Rose
  • Symbol: Sphinx
  • Colors: King Blue and Gold
  • Twin Ideals: Brotherhood of Man and Alleviation of the World's Pain
  • LITP: Love In The Pyramid
  • Milestone in History: First non-sectarian sorority
  • Phi Sigma Sigma believes in: Member Development, not hazing
  • Collegiate Chapter Standards Program: Chapter Excellence
  • National Philanthropy focus: School and College Readiness
  • Closed Rituals: Officer transition, Initiation, Elections
  • Open Rituals: Mother's Pinning, Father's Capping, Preference Party
  • The Creed of Phi Sigma Sigma serves as the focal point of the Phi Program, as well as serves as a guiding aim for the Fraternity at every turn.

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Explore the foundational aspects of Phi Sigma Sigma, including its founding date, key figures, and the establishment of the Delta Zeta Chapter. Learn about the sorority's core values, philanthropic efforts through The Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation as well as membership requirements.

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