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We fulfill our promise of developing strong character through a membership experience with lifelong empowerment and relevance. Tri Sigmas are called to influence their communities through meaningful reflection and action. Inclusive Excellence We fulfill our promise of developing strong character through a membership experience with lifelong empowerment and relevance. Tri Sigmas are called to influence their communities through meaningful reflection and action. Tri Sigma was founded and cultivated by welcoming women into our sisterhood. Historically, there is evidence that our membership was not always an equitable space. While we cannot change our past, we can influence the future. Tri Sigma uses the phrase inclusive excellence to describe our collective effort in engaging in learning and action that makes our organization a place where members and new members experience true belonging and can express their identity, beliefs, and values freely in a safe and supportive environment. The sorority embodies a broad definition of diversity that encompasses, acknowledges and affirms multiple forms of difference that include, but are not limited to, cognitive learning and physical differences, age, ethnicity, gender expression, gender identity, race, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. Projects & Initiatives In 2018, Tri Sigma established the Initiative for Inclusive Excellence to address matters of equity and inclusion. Work began, and consultants from WilMor Works, LLC presented the report of the IIE committee during the 2019 Convention. Afterward, we shared the recommendations with the entire membership. These recommendations were given thoughtful consideration and placed on the list of high-priority initiatives. As the organization pinpoints new opportunities, we will add them to our work. This list is not finite. We know there is more we can do to ensure members of all backgrounds, religions and creeds are welcomed and embraced within Tri Sigma. Our world is evolving. Our members are evolving. Tri Sigma is committed to this evolution. Inclusive Excellence The Inclusive Excellence Team, comprised of an Executive Council liaison, collegiate and alumnae volunteers, and staff, identifies and supports opportunities for greater diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging across Tri Sigma. The team aims to model and promote a Tri Sigma sisterhood unwaveringly committed to learning (and unlearning), cultural humility and respect through open dialogue, intentional inquiry, and authentic reflection. We are dedicated to empowering the Tri Sigma community with tools to identify and investigate topics related to intersectionality, equity, and inclusion. We believe this occurs through increased civil discourse and a critical approach to self-examination. Commitment to Allyship & Education All collegiate and alumnae members are enrolled in a 3-part educational series to increase dialogue and create opportunities to engage with others in ways that foster meaningful connection, mutual understanding, and inclusive excellence. Completion is also required for staff, chapter advisors, and national volunteers. In addition to this educational series, Tri Sigma incorporated education on building inclusive communities into the new member orientation program. Listening & Learning The mission of the IET is to continue critical work influencing an organizational commitment to amplifying diverse voices, cultivating equitable environments, and imploring examination of one’s story and appreciation of others’. The national organization hosted a series of listening sessions to hear directly from members of marginalized identities. Tri Sigma also collected demographic information of all members to help inform programs and offerings. Policy Updates Realizing the importance of equitable consideration for all women seeking sorority membership, Tri Sigma eliminated the policy which required chapters to invite a legacy to the first invitational round during Primary Recruitment and place legacies at the top of their final bid list. This change has empowered our collegiate members to make their own membership selection decisions and allows for more equitable access to those seeking membership. Tri Sigma has also reviewed governing documents for problematic and gender-specific language. The Governing Documents Review Team comprised of collegiate and alumnae members continues to review these documents and provide suggestions for updates. Chapter Leadership & Member Experience The Director of Member Development is the collegiate officer tasked with leading the chapter’s Inclusive Excellence Team. Each chapter’s IET has the unique opportunity to set educational standards for moving forward. We remain committed to fostering inclusive and equitable environments where members can feel welcome, confident, and empowered to ignite change. In partnership with the IET, more inclusive ritual practices and ceremonies have been recommended. The IET also helped inform the collegiate event planning best practices and considerations document to ensure events are accessible for all members and attendees. Potential New Member Introduction Form In lieu of a traditional “recommendation,” a PNM can request an introduction form be completed by a mentor, supervisor, friend, co-worker, teacher, or a Tri Sigma alumna. The purpose of the form is to recommend a PNM to a collegiate chapter prior to recruitment—but it does not provide any preferential treatment. A PNM may also “self-introduce ” to show interest or if they do not feel comfortable asking someone to write an introduction on their behalf. Staff Training & Resources In addition to completing the 3-part Inclusive Excellence series, Tri Sigma implemented a more in-depth quarterly staff training in collaboration with the IET. Tri Sigma staff also compiled a master calendar of cultural celebrations and appropriate messaging for social media observances. We ask for your dedication and support as we advance these recommendations and implement additional initiatives. Please submit your ideas, questions, or comments via this form . Resources Members have access to a variety of resources to help them learn more about the experiences of various identities, how to take action, and engage in meaningful conversations in Sigma Connect under Be Informed.

As a sisterhood born from dreams and determination, Tri Sigma's legacy is build on the achievements of remarkable women. Let's honor the commitments of our Founders and raise the bar once more. It's time for bold action to invest in Tri Sigma's future. Foundation Site Give Contact Us Foundation Site Give Contact Us Menu Close They Did. You Can. We Will. As a sisterhood born from dreams and determination, Tri Sigma’s legacy is built on the achievements of remarkable women. Tri Sigmas have defined what it means to be a leader, a trailblazer, a sister and a friend. Let’s honor the commitments of our Founders and raise the bar once more. It's time for bold action to invest in Tri Sigma’s future. JOIN THE CAMPAIGN Relevant Today Today’s collegiate women face more unprecedented challenges. Together, we can empower our members to navigate these modern complexities and become the change-makers our world needs. Improving Mental Health Tri Sigma’s commitment to supporting the well-being of our members is more critical than ever. As college campuses struggle to provide timely access to crucial mental health resources, Tri Sigma can create a vital safety net for our members through targeted initiatives and enhanced peer resources. Increasing Connection & Belonging While today’s college women seem to have endless opportunities, they struggle to balance ambition with their need for belonging and peer support. Tri Sigma can address this critical gap by investing in programming aimed at fostering connections and cultivating strong leaders. Funding Women & Girls Organizations supporting women and girls receive less than 2% of all charitable contributions in the United States. The Tri Sigma Foundation is committed to changing this narrative, to providing the resources and support our sisters need to thrive. Relevant for the Future By investing in our greatest needs now and addressing emerging opportunities for women, we are investing in Tri Sigma's future. Training & Development The Foundation funds training programs for chapter leaders and resources to address the needs of our members, bridging the gap in campus resources. Scholarship Support Our scholarships remove financial barriers to education, empowering members to pursue their academic dreams. Sustaining Sisterhood Your contributions ensure the longterm stability of Tri Sigma, providing a vital network of support and belonging for women at every stage of life. Let's Show the World What Tri Sigma Women Can Do. Through this comprehensive initiative—and like our Founders before us—we can ensure the future of Tri Sigma and amplify our impact on the lives of women. SUPPORT THE EVER TRUE FUND Make a one-time donation or set up a recurring monthly or annual gift that provides crucial funding for the Tri Sigma Foundation's daily operations and vital programs for our members. GIVE NOW PROVIDE SPECIFIC PROGRAM SUPPORT Make a one-time gift—pledgeable over three years—to support leadership development, scholarships, or emerging needs. Consider a named endowment fund starting at $25,000 to support our areas of greatest need. LEARN MORE ABOUT ENDOWMENTS PARTICIPATE IN DEFERRED GIVING Secure Tri Sigma’s future through a planned gift from your estate. Gifts of this kind build our endowment over time and provide a permanent source of income that will support future generations. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HERITAGE SOCIETY Contact Us Want to learn more about how to support the causes you care about? Contact Tri Sigma Foundation staff here . © 2025 Tri Sigma Foundation All Rights Reserved

Volunteers contribute unique talents, skills, and knowledge to enhance the member experience and advance the sorority. Volunteer Opportunities Volunteers contribute unique talents, skills, and knowledge to enhance the member experience and advance the sorority. Tri Sigma would not be what it is today without the dedication of our National Volunteers, Chapter Advisory Board members, and Housing Volunteers. CLICK HERE TO APPLY Micro-Volunteer Opportunities We’re excited to introduce micro-volunteer opportunities—short-term tasks designed for those who want to contribute without the commitment of a larger role. This perfect for alumnae with limited time and offer a great entry point for new volunteers. There are no micro-volunteer opportunities available right now. Check back again soon! Current Volunteer Openings National Volunteers Chapter Advisory Board Housing Volunteers National volunteers support various areas of sorority operations. Alumnae Chapter Support Specialist Lifetime Engagement Support assigned alumnae chapters by providing guidance, resources, and coaching to strengthen chapter operations and engagement. View Position Description Alumnae Initiate Manager Lifetime Engagement Provide an engaging member experience for alumnae initiates and support alumnae initiate sponsors. View Position Description Financial Specialist Chapter Services Provide additional support to collegiate chapters with managing chapter funds and creating budgets. Open to Tri Sigma alumnae and non-members. View Position Description Recruitment Support Team Member Growth Initiatives Support select chapters in achieving their membership recruitment goals through strategic continuous open bidding planning and implementation. View Position Description Touchstone Specialist Chapter Services Support chapters in meeting Touchstone benchmarks and assist with resource development and program implementation. View Position Description Chapter Advisory Board members support a collegiate chapter’s leaders and operations. Alumnae may serve on any collegiate chapter’s C.A.B. regardless of their initiating chapter. C.A.B. Chair Manage the local C.A.B. team and support the Chapter President and Director of Chapter Growth. View Position Description Operations Advisor Support the Vice President of Operations by identifying opportunities for streamlined processes and Director of Chapter Finances* with budget and maintaining chapter financial health. View Position Description Honor Council Advisor Support chapter Honor Council Team through organization, consistency, and compliance with member accountability process. View Position Description Membership Advisor Support the Vice President of New Member Education with educating and integrating new members and the Director of Member Development with identifying development opportunities. View Position Description Engagement Advisor Support the Vice President of Harm Reduction with prevention and harm reduction initiatives and the Director of Panhellenic Relations with Panhellenic community decisions. View Position Description Growth Advisor Support the Director of Chapter Growth with all primary recruitment and COB needs. View Position Description Financial Advisor Support the Director of Chapter Finance with budget and maintaining chapter financial health. View Position Description Advisor At Large Provide additional support to C.A.B. and collegiate chapter depending on local needs. View Position Description Housing volunteers provide general oversight of collegiate chapter facilities and collaborate with House Corporations to ensure the safety and well-being of collegiate members. Housing Team Member Serve as a point of contact for chapter housing matters. View Position Description CLICK HERE TO APPLY Whether you’re interested in working directly with collegiate chapters or providing expertise in a specific area, there’s a place for you to get involved. Learn more about volunteer opportunities and view open positions below. Members interested in volunteering should complete the Volunteer Service Application.

Tri Sigma redefines sisterhood. It’s about becoming who you want to be and finding the people you want by your side. The Sigma Experience Tri Sigma redefines sisterhood. It’s more than late-night conversations and laughing until it hurts. It’s more than walking a well-paved path to all new experiences. It’s more than an enduring commitment to personal growth and making a positive impact on the world. It’s about becoming who you want to be and finding the people you want by your side. Why Tri Sigma? Joining Tri Sigma means becoming a part of a worldwide sisterhood of women who support, inspire, and motivate each other to reach their full potential. CULTIVATE Build lifelong friendships and join a world-wide network of 140,000+ women. EMPOWER Become the very best version of yourself and inspire those around you to do the same. EXPERIENCE Make lasting memories within a fun, welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment. IMPACT Leave your mark and make the world a better place by serving causes greater than yourself. How to Join Each campus has different timing and processes for joining a sorority, so we recommend contacting the College Panhellenic, Greek Life, or Student Activities office at your college or university. If you are an incoming college student, you’ll probably receive more information during orientation. Register for recruitment or learn more about ongoing membership opportunities through continuous open bidding. With more than 100 collegiate chapters across the United States, Tri Sigma is never too far away.  FIND A CHAPTER START A CHAPTER INTRODUCE SOMEONE INTRODUCE YOURSELF We’re in this Together College life can be overwhelming. Adding a sorority membership to a new schedule can be difficult to manage. Love and support from home can make this transition a positive one. The support of family—whatever that means to each member—can mean the difference between a good and great sorority experience. LEARN MORE Endless Opportunities In addition to a welcoming sisterhood, Tri Sigma provides opportunities for lifelong personal and professional development and a path for members to be successful in academic, professional, and personal settings, including their communities. From the very first new member meeting to our Golden Violet members of 50+ years, we are here to enrich the lives of all our members through better communication, creative and critical thinking, social excellence, collaboration, mentorship, and more. LET'S GROW

Let other sisters know about your Founders Day event by submitting your event details. Submit a Founders Day Event Each year, Sigmas across the country gather at local Founders Day events to celebrate the founding of our sisterhood. Let other sisters know about your event by submitting the information below. Hosting Chapter(s) State Select state Event Date * required Start Time Venue Name Event Address If the event is being held at a member's home and you would like to keep the address private, please write "Address provided upon RSVP." Email contact for questions RSVP Deadline * required Where should members RSVP? Provide a link to the RSVP form, Facebook page, etc. that members should use to RSVP. Please provide only one RSVP option and do not include other details outside of a link or email address. SUBMIT Thank you! Your Founders Day event has been added. Click here to view your event. If you need donation envelopes for your event, please email eherbig@trisigma.org .

Tri Sigma’s Set Sail into Service program equips alumnae with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead in nonprofit and board service roles. Set Sail Into Service Tri Sigma’s Set Sail into Service program equips alumnae with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead in nonprofit and board service roles while building meaningful connections with sisters along the way. Is this opportunity in-person or virtual? This is a virtual, cohort-style educational opportunity. Meetings will be held virtually within Essential Sigma . Selected participants will receive access to the program within Essential Sigma by late September. What is the time commitment? When are meetings held? The cohort will meet virtually on the second Tuesday of each month from October 2025-May 2026. Meetings will be 8-9:30 p.m. ET: October 14 November 11 December 9 January 13 February 10 March 10 April 14 May 19* Participants should also allow additional time for readings, assessments, assignments, etc. *Due to the facilitator’s availability, the final session will be held on May 19 , which is the third Tuesday of May 2026. Will sessions be recorded? What if I can’t make it? Sessions are not recorded, and participants are highly encouraged to attend each one. The material is presented in an institute format where each session builds into the next. Should a participant need to miss a session, they should notify the staff liaison. Is there a cost to participate? There is a cost of $50 which covers the price of participant materials. Once selected members confirm their participation, they will receive an invoice via email which must be paid before the first session. Is the program specific to Tri Sigma Executive Council or the Foundation Board service? No. This program is intended to teach core governance and nonprofit board principles applicable to any organization; however, participants will also gain insight into how those principles are practiced in Tri Sigma. Who is eligible to apply? All alumnae interested in learning more about serving on a nonprofit board are encouraged to apply! Can I participate again if I participated in the 2023-24 cohort? To help ensure as many alumnae as possible have access to this opportunity, 2023-24 participants are not able to join the 2025-26 cohort at this time. Please note that this cohort will not cover any new information. When will applicants be notified? Selected applicants will be notified via email in early September 2025. FAQ Learning Outcomes After completing the program and all assignments, participants will: Learn core governance and nonprofit board principles applicable to any organization and how those principles are practiced in Tri Sigma. Position themselves as a competitive candidate for a service leadership role in their community. Build peer relationships within Tri Sigma to support and advance their service leadership development aspirations. If you have any questions, contact Samantha Graffeo Bueche at sbueche@trisigma.org . In partnership with an outside facilitator, Tri Sigma is excited to once again provide alumnae members with an exciting professional development opportunity! Set Sail into Service is a cohort-style educational series designed to prepare alumnae for nonprofit leadership and/or board service. The cohort will meet virtually on the second Tuesday of each month from October 2025-May 2026.* Meetings will be 8-9:30 p.m. ET. This opportunity is open to all alumnae members. Applications are now closed. *The final session in May will be held on the third Tuesday of the month instead of the second. Review the FAQ for more information.

Each October, Tri Sigma participates in CHARACTER COUNTS! Week by hosting a character essay contest, encouraging collegiate sorority women to reflect on the importance of character. Character Counts Each October, Tri Sigma participates in CHARACTER COUNTS! Week by hosting a character essay contest, encouraging collegiate sorority women to reflect on the importance of character. Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship—these are the six pillars of Character Counts, an educational program set to instill good morals and values regardless of political, religious or culturally diverse backgrounds. Tri Sigma’s ideals of wisdom, power, faith, hope, and love fit into these pillars as concepts of a larger picture. Each year during the third week in October, Tri Sigma celebrates CHARACTER COUNTS! Week . One way we do this is our annual Character Essay Contest. Open to all collegiate sorority women, the contest challenges them to consider and write about their own character and how it relates to their daily life. 2025 Essay Contest Eligibility All entrants must be collegiate members who are: Affiliated with a national sorority (NPC, NPHC, NMGC, NAPA, etc.) Enrolled full-time at a college or university In good standing with their organization. Entry Guidelines All entries should include name, email address, phone number, and sorority or chapter affiliation. The affiliated organization will verify good standing before the award announcement. Essays should address the annual topic, be well-written (including grammar and spelling), and not exceed 600 words in length. Winning Entries Essay contest winners will be announced the week of Oct. 20. Winning entries will be awarded: $300 for 1st place $200 for 2nd place $100 for 3rd place Sharing of Essays All submissions become the property of Tri Sigma and may be published online. 2025 Essay Topic This year's essay contest theme is “Living Our Values, Empowering Change.” Sorority members across the country strive to live their values and lead with character. In 600 words or less, entrants should share their vision for how living their values today can inspire lasting change for future generations. Reflect on how living the values of your organization strengthen character and empower members to create transformational change for themselves, their chapters, their campuses, and the communities around them. Submissions for the 2025 Character Essay Contest are now closed. Check back next year for another opportunity! 2025 Essay Winners 1st Place Riya Thomas Tri Delta The University of Texas at Dallas Read the essay 2nd Place Lexi Mills Zeta Upsilon Fitchburg State University Read the essay 3rd Place Wren Richardson Eta Sigma Culver Stockton College Read the essay 2024 Essay Winners The 2024 essay theme focused on a quote from The Secret Life of Bees . Author Sue Monk Kidd wrote: “The hardest thing on earth is choosing what matters.” Entrants were asked to share what matters to them and how it is connected to their character. 1st Place Hannah Boehman Alpha Chi Murray State University Read the essay 2nd Place McKenzie Breaux Gamma Pi Nicholls State University Read the essay 3rd Place Abigail Weiss Eta Lambda Moravian University Read the essay Previous Winners

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Thu, Jun 26 | Union Station Hotel 2025 National Convention RSVP Time & Location Jun 26, 2025, 12:00 AM – Jun 28, 2025, 11:50 PM Union Station Hotel, 1820 Market St, St. Louis, MO 63103, USA About the event Tri Sigma’s 2025 National Convention will be held June 26–28, 2025, at the Union Station Hotel in St. Louis. More information will become available in mid-2024. Show More RSVP Share this event

Upcoming Events Tri Sigma Goes to Italy Fri, Jun 13 Rome, Florence, and Venice (optional) Jun 13, 2025, 12:00 AM – Jun 20, 2025, 12:00 AM Rome, Florence, and Venice (optional), Italy Jun 13, 2025, 12:00 AM – Jun 20, 2025, 12:00 AM Rome, Florence, and Venice (optional), Italy RSVP 2025 National Convention Thu, Jun 26 Union Station Hotel Jun 26, 2025, 12:00 AM – Jun 28, 2025, 11:50 PM Union Station Hotel, 1820 Market St, St. Louis, MO 63103, USA Jun 26, 2025, 12:00 AM – Jun 28, 2025, 11:50 PM Union Station Hotel, 1820 Market St, St. Louis, MO 63103, USA RSVP Tri Sigma Goes to Greece Fri, Jun 14 Athens Jun 14, 2024, 12:00 AM – Jun 22, 2024, 12:00 AM Athens, Athens, Greece Jun 14, 2024, 12:00 AM – Jun 22, 2024, 12:00 AM Athens, Athens, Greece Details 2024 Founders Day of Giving Sat, Apr 20 Online Apr 20, 2024, 12:00 AM – Apr 21, 2024, 11:50 PM Online Apr 20, 2024, 12:00 AM – Apr 21, 2024, 11:50 PM Online Details