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Alpha Phi is in international sorority that | Alpha Phi is in international sorority that was founded at Syracuse University in 1872 and was one of the first Greek societies for women in the United States. Their core values are sisterhood, character, leadership, and innovation. The symbol is the Ivy Leaf, the flowers are the lily of the valley and the forget-me-not, and the colors are silver and bordeaux. | ||
== The Delta Tau Chapter == | == The Delta Tau Chapter == | ||
Revision as of 21:56, 2 October 2024
Introduction
Alpha Phi is in international sorority that was founded at Syracuse University in 1872 and was one of the first Greek societies for women in the United States. Their core values are sisterhood, character, leadership, and innovation. The symbol is the Ivy Leaf, the flowers are the lily of the valley and the forget-me-not, and the colors are silver and bordeaux.
The Delta Tau Chapter
The RPI chapter of Alpha Phi is the Theta Tau Chapter and was founded in 1995.
Founding Members
Philanthropy
Alpha Phi's biggest philanthropy is the Alpha Phi foundation which raises money and awareness for women's heart health. Their biggest fundraiser is the Red Dress Gala which takes place every October, where sisters and local businesses create raffle baskets to be auctioned at the Gala. The Theta Tau chapter also takes part in many philanthropic events on and around campus such as the LXA food drive, Sigma Chi Haunted House, Relay for Life, Red Dress Gala, RPI Food Pantry and more.
On Campus Activity
The also are a member of the Rensselaer Panhellenic Council which includes all three sororities at RPI.