Lambda Sigma Gamma Sorority, Inc.
LSG is a Multicultural Sorority and as such encourages diversity in culture, personal beliefs, and majors. It is through the understanding of other cultures, interests, and lifestyles that LSG is strong and united. We are a network of women in higher education seeking to make life less lonesome and more supportive for all women. Unity within our sorority is enhanced by weekend retreats, activities, community service and meetings within each individual chapter, as well as throughout the state of California. Lambda Sigma Gamma members have found that the sorority is a place to find lasting friendships, community involvement, academic support, and the development of leadership skills. The sisterhood exists today because of the vision and ideals of our Founders. Our future depends on how we understand and invest in the idea that women, bound together in sisterhood, provide the strength and support which fosters achievement.

Quick Facts
Colors: Green, White, and Red
Mascot: Tan teddy bear with a collared red ribbon
Flower: Red Rose
Incorporation: April 3, 1998 in Delaware
National Philanthropy: Head Start Program
Purpose: Academic, community, social, multicultural organization
Motto: Unity Through Sisterhood!

Multiculturalism
Lambda Sigma Gamma is a Multicultural Sorority. As Sisters, we believe that Multicultural is not just a word, but rather a deep rooted feeling which lies in our hearts. As individuals, we have come together from different parts of the world. We are from different creeds, ethnic groups, and socio-economic backgrounds. We accept women with different interests, majors and religious beliefs. Our physical talents and mental abilities vary, and we may have different sexual preferences. It is within these differences that we choose to unite our lives and share our dreams, in hopes of educating one another and bettering ourselves. We continuously strive to meet our goal of bringing together women from diverse worlds under the spirit of Multiculturalism.

Sisterhood
Lambda Sigma Gamma is a support group and a family. It is a multicultural sorority, which encourages women to take part of our sisterhood. We believe that no two people are the same. We all have different dreams, needs, and goals. Our diversity impulses our growth. It gives us the energy to continue onward by building upon a strong foundation and working together with mutual trust and respect that we can create a world of brighter promise. The diversity and creativity of our members have helped us become leaders. We value the diversity of our members, their talents and perspectives, which are the foundation of our success.

Academics
One of the Primary goals of Lambda Sigma Gamma Sorority is to assist its members to do well academically. Lambda Sigma Gamma encourages academic excellence from each of our members, and rewards those Sisters who excel academically with Lambda Sigma Gamma Sorority Awards both on a National and Chapter level.

Awards
At the end of each quarter the Commissioner of Scholarship recognizes Sisters who have excelled academically as well as the Sister who improved the most that quarter. Sisters receive an award in recognition of their hard work. At the end of the year the Commissioner of Scholarship recognizes the Sister with the highest GPA at our annual banquet. On a National level, the Director of Scholarship recognizes Sisters with Honors (3.0 GPA and above) and High Honors (3.5 GPA and above) awards. At the end of each term, the Director of Scholarship awards the Chapters with the highest Quarter / Semester GPA as well as cumulative GPA.

Community Service
On a local level, Lambda Sigma Gamma members participate in community service throughout the year at school and community events as organized by the Commissioner of Community Service. On a National level, Lambda Sigma Gamma Chapters participate in the Head Start Program. Lambda Sigma Gamma designated the Head Start Program as its national philanthropy on April 25, 1993. The Head Start Program’s mission is to improve the lives of low-income children by providing quality comprehensive child development services that are family focused, including education, health, nutrition, and mental health. Their mission is accomplished by involving parents in the total operation and administration of the program and supporting the growth of children, families, and staff through the encouragement, nurturing, education, and empowerment. Lambda Sigma Gamma Sorority at UCR volunteers with the Head Start Program at an elementary school near the UCR campus. Sisters volunteer a few hours a week throughout the year. Special functions are held for the children during the holidays. At the end of the year, a gift and a card is given to each child to celebrate the end of their pre-school years and their new beginning in kindergarten.

Social
Lambda Sigma Gamma Sorority believes that a balanced life is a critical element of a successful student. A social atmosphere where students can relieve the stress accumulated throughout the week is encouraged. Our social atmosphere consists of socials with other organizations, both off and on the UCR campus.