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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. (ΣΓΡ)

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is dedicated to sisterhood, academic excellence, and community service.

Founded to support the African American community and promote social justice, the UT Knoxville chapter actively engages in initiatives focused on education, health, and youth development. Members organize service projects, mentoring programs, and workshops that encourage personal growth and community involvement. Alongside philanthropy, Sigma Gamma Rho values academic achievement, supporting each other’s educational goals and fostering strong sisterhood. Through service and leadership, the chapter makes a positive impact on campus and the Knoxville community, committed to improving lives.

Members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. smiling for a group photo in front of the National Pan-Hellenic monuments. They are all wearing blue and yellow sorority apparel.

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Chapter Name: Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Designation: Mu Beta Chapter

Nickname: S G Rho

Colors: Royal Blue and Antique Gold

Symbols/Mascots: Yellow Tea Rose and The Poodle

Call: EE-Yip!

Philanthropy: March of Dimes, St. Jude, Swim 1922 with USA Swimming, and National Urban League

National Founding: November 12, 1922 at Butler University

UT Founding: 1991

Standing at UT: Good Standing: Two Star

Chapter GPA: 3.04

President: Semhal Tareke


Standards of Fraternal Excellence

2024–25 Standing: Two-Star Chapter 82.5/100

  • Education: 23/27
  • Academics: 4/6
  • Administration: 31/32
  • Civic Engagement: 5/5
  • Excellence: 20/30

Former members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. at a national convention. They are in a line holding up their hand symbols.

Local members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. outside of the Student Union. They are all wearing their sorority's apparel.