Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

CTL-E-0308 · Organization · civic · 1922–present

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Founded November 12, 1922 at Butler University in Indianapolis — the only Divine Nine sorority founded at a predominantly white institution; colors Royal Blue and Gold; national collegiate incorporation followed December 30, 1929; member of the NPHC.

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Also known as: Sigma Gamma Rho, ΣΓΡ, SGRho

Relationships

Butler University — founded at
Founded at Butler University, November 12, 1922.
National Pan-Hellenic Council — member of
Joined the NPHC in 1937.

Sources

National Pan-Hellenic Council — nphchq.com (official) (primary source)
Wikipedia — Sigma Gamma Rho

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