Dany Cruz, Asst. Sports Editor–
On Nov. 15, the UnprecedenteD Upsilon Delta Chapter of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Incorporated, introduced their Tau line at Herrick Hall for a new member presentation.
Those present included members of the Beta Zeta Chapter of the Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, the Zeta Phi Chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha, Alpha Psi Lambda and Delta Phi Lambda, which are all chapters of Denison University. New member presentations officially unveil new members to campus and celebrate their work during the new member process, along with showcasing the sorority’s history, values, and traditions.
The celebration started at approximately 7:09 p.m., with the lighting in Herrick Hall dimmed down, displaying their trademark colors, shocking pink and majestic purple. When the new member entered, their face was hidden by a pair of sunglasses. The ceremony passed by beautifully, with the mentee thanking those that have helped them along their journey. They gave a special shout out to their associate member educator and assisant associate member educator, to whom they state they couldn’t have finished their journey without.
After her reveal, Sara Amjad ‘28, said, “Sigma Lambda Gamma has given me a place of comfort and love. My siblings are truly some of the best people I have ever met, and they complete me!”
“Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc is the largest and fastest growing multicultural sorority in the nation. We strive to create an inclusive environment for women of all cultures through the promotion of our five principles, academics, community service, cultural awareness, social interaction and morals and ethics,” says vice president Natalie Gutierrez ‘26.
The SLG Chapter at Denison University was established on Mar. 31, 2010, as part of the Multicultural Greek Council. Since, they managed to grow to become one of the most diverse sororities on campus which is reflective of their motto, “Culture is Pride, Pride is Success.” Their newly presented Tau line comes from an Egyptian background, but past members have come from all walks of life, including but not limiting Mexican, Brazilian, and Japanese roots. They emphasize that while the sorority is Latina founded, they are not Latina exclusive.
One of the key philanthropic contributions the Denison Chapter of SLG does is continually fundraises for breast cancer. During Breast Cancer Awareness Week this year, they hosted many events, which included a Matcha and Mingle event and a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk. Their most recent event was an Abuelita chocolate and cookies fundraiser.
The purpose of new member presentations is to showcase new “lines” of culture in the sorority, and allowing other members space to appreciate that culture.