Sigma Lambda Upsilon

Sigma Lambda Upsilon
ΣΛΥ
Founded December 1, 1987 (1987-12-01)
Binghamton University
Vestal, New York
Type Social
Scope National
Motto Hasta La Muerte (Until Death)
Colors Gold, Black, Silver & Red
Flower Red Pansy with Black and Gold
Jewel Black Pearl
Publication The Spirit of Ella
Philanthropy Literacy
Chapters 43 undergraduate chapters
18 graduate-professional chapters
Mascot Black Persian Cat with Gold Eyes
Headquarters Grand Central Station
P.O. Box 3842
New York, New York
USA
Homepage http://www.sigmalambdaupsilon.org/

Sigma Lambda Upsilon (ΣΛΥ) or Señoritas Latinas Unidas Sorority, Inc. is a Latina-based sorority founded on December 1, 1987 at Binghamton University.

History

The organization was created to promote academic achievement and serve the Latino community and the campuses that Sigma Lambda Upsilon serves. The sorority is now present in over 50 campuses. Though Latina-based, Sigma Lambda Upsilon Sorority, Inc. is a non-discriminatory organization.

Philanthropy

The sorority's philanthropy focuses on literacy,[1] with particular emphasis on aiding Latino children.

Mentoring programs

Sigma Lambda Upsilon's national mentoring initiatives are the Leadership, Advancement, and Development of our Young Sisters (LADYS) and Promoting Education, the Arts, our Roots, Leadership and Service (PEARLS) programs.[2]

Awards & recognition

Sigma Lambda Upsilon Sorority, Inc. has been recognized by the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO) for the Sorority’s outstanding commitment to academic and professional excellence, as well as, continuous philanthropic efforts.

Undergraduate chapters

Sigma Lambda Upsilon/Señoritas Latinas Unidas Sorority, Inc. has 38 chapters at over 60 Colleges and Universities:

Graduate chapters

References

  1. ↑ "Sigma Lambda Upsilon". www.sigmalambdaupsilon.org. Retrieved 2017-02-02.
  2. ↑ "Sigma Lambda Upsilon". www.sigmalambdaupsilon.org. Retrieved 2017-02-02.
  3. ↑ http://www.sigmalambdaupsilon.org/news-events/284-slu-welcomes-newest-chapter-alpha-rho-chapter-at-university-of-virginia
  4. ↑ "Multicultural Greek Council". www.farmingdale.edu. Retrieved 2017-02-02.
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