THE GAMMA ALPHA CHAPTER AT BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY
SIGMA DELTA TAU HISTORY
“On March 25, 1917, seven young women who exemplified self-confidence and the willingness to take a chance, founded a new sorority at Cornell University. Most of the seven had experienced the subtle, but very real, discrimination practiced against religious minorities by many Greek organizations at the time. In response to the closed doors, and as a way to meet their own social and housing needs, these young women established a sorority which would respect the individuality of its members. The personal growth and social development of each individual was the basis upon which the new organization would be built.”
FAST FACTS
Founding School: Cornell
Founding Date: March 25, 1917
Philanthropy Name: PCAA
Colors: Café au Lait & Old Blue
Motto: Patriae Multae Spes Una
"One hope of many people"
Badge: Jewel Torch
Jewel: Lapis Lazuli
Flower: Golden Tea Rose
THE GAMMA ALPHA CHAPTER STORY
Sigma Delta Tau was the first national sorority on the Binghamton University campus. The Gamma Alpha chapter was founded on April 21, 1985. Today, the Gamma Alpha chapter is a vibrant group of verstaile women. Among our sisters are teaching assistants, performers, and individiuals proudly involved in many different organizations both on and off campus. Our sisters are members of groups ranging from academic and leadership clubs, to a wide variety of internships and jobs representing industries from startups to accounting to medicine. We strongly value a balance between social engagement, academic excellence, and philanthropic involvement. Check out our SCHOLARSHIP PAGE to learn about our academic achievements!
"SDT encourages each member to reach her fullest potential by providing intellectual, philanthropic, leadership, and social opportunities within a framework of mutual respect and high ethical standards."