Phi Sigma Sigma is within the National Panhellenic Conference, and is commonly referred to as Phi Sig as well. Phi Sigma Sigma places a large emphasis on sisterhood and forming bonds with others, therefore chapters will host many events to bring chapter members together. The twin ideals of Phi Sigma Sigma are the brotherhood of man and the alleviation of the world’s pains. Phi Sig has six core values which are: friendship, faith, love, sincerity, integrity, and strength.
Phi Sigma Sigma's History
Phi Sigma Sigma was founded on November 26, 1913, at Hunter College in New York City by 10 progressive young women who shared a passion for excellence and envisioned an inclusive sisterhood!
In 1913, the founders of Phi Sigma Sigma had the goal of starting a sorority that would promote open membership to all women of character regardless of background. They wanted a sorority that strived to achieve outstanding scholastic ideals and maintain high social standards, while embracing diversity in membership.
What is Phi Sigma Sigma's Philanthropy?
The main focus of Phi Sigma Sigma’s philanthropic efforts is to empower women to aim higher. This is done through forming relationships, providing financial resources, achieving excellence, and changing the world for the better. The Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation helps to achieve this vision and mission. On November 15, 1969, the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation was formally incorporated.
To support the foundation, chapters will host a Sapphire Ball. The money raised helps to support sisters’ academic success as well as children attending school in the surrounding communities. Other philanthropy events many chapters host during the school year include: backpack drives, school supply drives, volunteering in local schools as guest readers. Many sisters will even volunteer as extra staff to help out on days with a lot of extra activities happening where teachers may need help, such as days where there are holiday parties or other school celebrations.
The Circle of Sisterhood School Build is one of Phi Sigma Sigma’s foundation partners. In 2019, the sorority fundraised to build two schools in Guatemala. The project reinforces Phi Sigma Sigma’s philanthropic focus on school and college readiness. Current chapter women as well as alumnae had the opportunity to volunteer to build these schools.
Another foundation partner is the Kids in Need Foundation. This foundation helps to ensure every child is prepared to learn and succeed. Free school supplies are donated to students who are most in need. KINF has created numerous programs to support children in their academic success as well. They include: the creation of a national network of resource centers, a program that brings supplies to kids who don;t live near resource centers, and a program that helps kids recover from fear, anxiety, and the sense of loss after natural disasters. Members of Phi Sigma Sigma can volunteer to help with these programs and efforts.
Phi Sigma Sigma Chapters
There are 150 Phi Sig chapters founded at universities across the nation. 115 of those 150 chapters are active today and there are over 60,000 lifetime members of the sorority.
Phi Sigma Sigma is most well known at Drexel University, Monmouth University, Rutgers University, Temple University, and University of Delaware.
Phi Sigma Sigma Symbols, Colors and Motto
Symbols: The Sphinx
Colors: King Blue and Gold
Motto: “Aim High” and “Once, Always.”
Flower: The American Beauty Rose
Stone: Sapphire
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