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.
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
Standing: Two-Star Chapter 82.5/100
Maintaining a chapter scholarship program and chapter and new member GPA above a 2.5.
Spring 2024: 2.82
Fall 2023: 2.93
Roster submission, New Member Education Plans, Officer Updates, Advisor Updates, Council Meeting Attendance, Presidents’ Cabinet Meeting Attendance, VOLink Registration, OSFL Coaching Meetings, Financial Good Standing, & Conduct Standing
Completing at least 4 hours of service per member tracked through the Jones Center for Leadership and Service and hosting one philanthropic event:
2023 Service Hours Per Member: 18.08 hours/member
2023 Philanthropic Donations: Autism Breakthrough Donation
Campus Involvement, Immersive Leadership and Service, Service Hours Over 4 Hours Per Member, Chapter GPA Above the All-Male/Female Average, Academic/Career/Leadership Program, DEI Program, Health & Safety Program, and End-Of-Year Meeting with OSFL Council Advisor.