On October 22, 1989, a group of women gathered at the Chicano Native American Cultural Center to form an organization of Latina women at the University of Iowa. Their goal was to form a group that would provide social and academic support to Latinas and women of all cultures.

After a lot of hard work and dedication, the Panhellenic Council at the University of Iowa recognized Sigma Lambda Gamma as a sorority on April 9, 1990. This is the day that Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority recognizes as their Founding date.

Today, Sigma Lambda Gamma has Chapters all over the United States varying from New York to Texas and Florida to California. Our members have recognized the need for togetherness and support among women of all cultures at their universities and colleges and are dedicated to the overall success of women throughout the world.

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Founding Date: April 9, 1990

Founding Place: University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Founding Mothers:
Gloria Cuevas
Julieta Maria (Miller) Calderon
Maria Esther Pineda
Danell Marie (Riojas) Carbajal
Guadalupe Cruz Temiquel

Founding Principles:
Academics
Cultural Awareness
Community Service
Moral & Ethics
Social Interaction

Motto: "Culture is Pride, Pride is Success"

Colors: Shocking Pink and Majestic Purple

Mascot: Purple Panther

Flower: Pink Rose

Stone: Purple Amethyst

Newsletter: La Mensajera

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