About SIA
Hermandad De Sigma Iota Alpha, Inc. was founded on September 29, 1990, by thirteen inspiring young women from four different schools in the state of New York: SUNY Albany, SUNY Stony Brook, SUNY New Paltz, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. This diverse group of women came together with the goal of creating an organization that would help their communities, unite women and promote scholarship.
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Our goals are:
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To constantly strive towards the expansion of awareness of the Latino and diverse cultures.
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To promote sisterhood and leadership among our members.
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To serve as models of excellence in education and achievement among women.
We fulfill our mission and uphold our goals through educational programming, community service, and personal development.
Hermandad De Sigma Iota Alpha, Inc. was founded on September 29, 1990, by thirteen inspiring young women from four different schools in the state of New York: SUNY Albany, SUNY Stony Brook, SUNY New Paltz, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. This diverse group of women came together with the goal of creating an organization that would help their communities, unite women and promote scholarship.
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Our goals are:
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To constantly strive towards the expansion of awareness of the Latino and diverse cultures.
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To promote sisterhood and leadership among our members.
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To serve as models of excellence in education and achievement among women.
We fulfill our mission and uphold our goals through educational programming, community service, and personal development.
About Clemson SIA
In the year 2012, a group of ladies strived to find the first Latina sorority to establish at Clemson University in South Carolina. Through dedicated research, these ladies found the Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha, inc. which was exactly what they were looking for. It was from that moment on that these ladies worked hard to bring diversity and culture to Clemson University.
Finally in the year 2014, four ambitious Latina ladies went the extra mile to put the hard work into action. Xiomaira Mendez, Marlene Olvera , Amanda Arroyo and Felicity Caughran founded the Fall 14’ line known as “Coming Together is a Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success.”
Why SIA?
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Felicity Caughran (H.Khaleesi)-- Clemson Colony Founder
“I chose SIA because from the beginning they made me feel welcome and included. There wasn't that cliquish type attitude and everyone was so passionate. This organization has helped me get connected and educated about my heritage which has always been important to me. Throughout my involvement, I have gained more self confidence and a lifetime of sisterhood.”
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Xio Mendez (H. Segunda Vida)-- Clemson Colony Founder
“There are many reasone why I love and chose this organization. The unique diversity and unity is incomparable to others. This organization allows me to be myself and learn about others through their culture and traditions. I have been given opportunities for leadership and professional growth. I know that Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha, Inc. is the best choice I made in helping me grow as a woman and towards my career path. I wouldn't have it any other way."
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Marlene Olvera (H.Aalai)-- Clemson Colony Founder
“When I attended Clemson, joining a sorority was not in my plans. However, things changed and joining SIA has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. This organization has connected me to my roots, given me confidence in myself, and allowed me to help others become culturally aware, all while gaining many hermanas. SUEI!"
