So what is a sorority, anyway?

"People ask why I am in a sorority and I try to explain all the things a sorority is that they cannot see. A sorority is more than letters on a sweatshirt, I say. More than traditional songs, a gold pin, rituals, and obligation, or a way of life. A sorority is learning about people, a sorority is giving without expecting a return. A sorority is earning respect from others, as well as for yourself. A sorority will not solve all your problems. But I have made good friends and found confidence here to help me take life one step at a time."
~Author Unknown~

A sorority is a group of women bound together by sisterhood, common goals, and aspirations. The members that form a sorority share their efforts, friendship, and knowledge. Together these members learn, grow and make the sorority stronger. Their common experience builds ties that last a lifetime. This forms a sisterhood amongst members which helps to develop strong and creative leadership leading to success.

Though there are many different sororities, they all share common founding principles that are of interest to any SPSU student. Sororities enhance your educational experience by emphasizing intellectual, interpersonal, and social development. The ideals of lifelong friendship, sound education, campus and community service, and social interaction are what sorority members strive to live by every day.

Panhellenic Core Values

Promoting diversity and cooperation

Fostering intellectual, professional, and personal growth

Showing the highest ethical conduct through society as women

The development of chapter, community and interfraternal leaders