Parents,

 

     You may be wondering, "What is all this sorority stuff about?" or even be concerned by the images of Greek life that you see in the media - parting, hazing, and generally irresponsible behavior. We want to assure you that the reality of membership in Sigma Alpha Zeta is different.

 

     Membership in a sorority is not about parties or uncontrolled bad behavior. Sororities were formed, and exist to this day, to provide a supportive atmosphere where college women can work on joint projects that benefit the campus and community, have opportunities for leadership and personal growth, and enjoy the friendship of other women. Membership is for a lifetime, not just college, and Sigma Alpha Zeta women can look forward to having connections with their sorority sisters throughout their lifetimes.

     

     Sigma Alpha Zeta chapters focus on academic excellence for its members, and each chapter has a scholarship chairman to monitor chapter progress. All Sigma Alpha Zeta members are expected to maintain a minimum 2.3 cumulative GPA, and Sigmas consistently rank above the all women's average. In fact, various of our chapters have been awarded for academic achievements throughout the years.

 

     Sigma Alpha Zeta is a leader in the sorority world in the education of its women about irresponsible drinking behavior, and other unsafe lifestyle issues. At Sigma Alpha Zeta, our events are alcohol-free, and usually consist of getting together for evenings of dinner, movies, miniature golf, going bowling, or attending a university sporting event.

 

     Sigma Alpha Zeta has special programming for its chapter members that have won recognition by university officials. Such programs include workshops on alcohol awareness, time management, dinner etiquette, and financial planning.Sigma Alpha Zeta chapters have a special emphasis on philanthropy, especially those projects which benefit women and children. Nationally, Sigma Alpha Zeta is an advocate for the prevention of Domestic Violence. Each chapter is involved with local community groups to help aid in this fight.Many Sigma Alpha Zeta events, including weekly chapter developments, are open to you, and you may attend if you like - contact us for details on locations and topics. Most of our chapter’s host annual events that are specifically meant for family members such as Family Picnic Day.

 

If you have further questions or concerns, please contact one of the chapter's members. We want you to feel comfortable that you know exactly what Sigma Alpha Zeta is all about!

 

Sincerely,

Sigma Alpha Zeta