The Always Exclusive, Alpha Epsilon Chapter of Sigma Lambda Upsilon
Established in the Fall of 2005 at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh
SINCERITY
loyalty
UNITY
Est.1987
About Us
Chapter History
The Alpha Epsilon Chapter at the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh was established in the Fall of 2005 by six diverse, ambitious, and influential women: Hermana Melissa Garcia, Hermana Ivonne Gomez, Hermana Alysia Velez, Hermana Stephanie Ruiz, Hermana Tanya Henry, and Hermana Carol Olate.
In their research, the six chapter founders were drawn to Sigma Lambda Upsilon's mission along with its goals and ideals. At the time, SUNY Plattsburgh had no diverse Greek system in place nor was the school aware of the significance that a Latina-based sorority can bring to a campus and community. Therefore the interest group felt the need to show the SUNY Plattsburgh community what Sigma Lambda Upsilon has to offer not only to the present campus but to future generations of students. The six chapter founders knew that they were embarking in a journey to sincere sisterhood that lasts Hasta La Muerte and that their legacy at their school will forever be remembered. After three years of facing adversity, the sorority expanded to SUNY Plattsburgh's campus as the Always Exclusive, Alpha Epsilon Chapter.
Throughout the years, the Alpha Epsilon Chapter of Sigma Lambda Upsilon has raised the standards at SUNY Plattsburgh with outstanding programming, inspirational leadership, distinguished academic excellence, and strong commitment to community service and cultural enrichment.
Overall, the Hermanas of the Alpha Epsilon Chapter strive for the creation of unity amongst all women who uphold the goals and ideals of the sorority and who are committed to advocating and empowering underrepresented populations.
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Black Pearl
Red Pansy with
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Sorority Facts
Accomplishing Our Goals of:
Sisterhood
Academic Excellence
Leadership
Service to the Community and Campus
Cultural Enrichment
through our ideals of Sincerity, Loyalty, & Unity
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National History
On December 1, 1987 at Binghamton University, Founding Mothers Cynthia Santiago, Adriana Zamora, Carmen Ibeth Garcia-Quinones and Carol Elizabeth Torres created an organization that would not only serve as a voice for women in an academic setting, but would also provide sincere sisterhood and unconditional support while actively promoting academic achievement, service to the community, and cultural enrichment. The Hermanas of Sigma Lambda Upsilon/Señoritas Latinas Unidas Sorority, Inc. continue the legacy of our Founders' vision by effectively bridging the gap between the Latino community and the campuses we represent. Today, twenty-six years later, our goals and ideals continue to be exemplified by our Hermanas: Sisterhood, Leadership, Community Service, Cultural Awareness and Academic Excellence.
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Philanthropy:
Literacy
Colors:
Red, Black, Silver,
& the Mighty Gold
Motto:
Hasta La Muerte
"Until Death"
Chapter Awards
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*President's Cup (2006)
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Scholastic Cup (2014,2015)
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Outstanding Inter-Sorority Association Delegate(2014)- Paola Cruz
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Emerging Leaders Award (2014)- Michelle Quimi & Mariah Santiago
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Senior Academic Recognition Award (2014)- Herlina Pichardo
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Who's Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges Award (2014)- Desiree Gonzalez
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Member of the Year Award (2013)- Mariah Santiago
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Certificate of Academic Achievement(2013)- Paola Cruz
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Academic Recognition Award(2013)- Herlina Pichardo & Mariah Santiago
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2012 Cacique Award for Chapter of the Year
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2012 Cacique Award for Academic Excellence- Desiree Gonzalez
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Cardinal PR Cupcake Wars 1st Place (2012)
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Pillar of Excellence in Service- Katerin Gabriel(2012)
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Outstanding Service Award (2010)
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Senior Achievement Award-Annais Gonzalez & Jessica Peralta (2010)
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EOP Award- Annais Gonzalez (2010)
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Phenomenal Women Award-Takia Feliciano & Carol Olate (2010), Anayely Garcia, Melissa Olate, & Herlina Pichardo (2013)
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Emerging Leader Award- Takia Feliciano (2010)
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2008 Cacique Awards for Leadership & Community Service
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Best Inter-Sorority Association Delegates- Alysia Velez & Stephanie Ruiz (2008)
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1st Place Greek Idol (2008)
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Vice President of Student Affairs Community Service Award (2006)
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Student Affairs Vision Award of Excellence (2006)
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1st Place Greek Banner (2006, 2010)
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Excellent Inter-Sorority Association Member - Carol Olate (2006)
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Academic Excellence: Most A's Winner- Ivonne Gomez (2006) Annais Gonzalez (2009)
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Academic Excellence Award- Ivonne Gomez (2005 & 2006)
*most prestigious award given to any organization (greek or non-greek)
Credit: Sigma Lambda Upsilon/Señoritas Latinas Unidas Sorority, Inc. National Website: www.sigmalambdaupsilon.org
*We are Latina-based, NOT Latina exclusive. Our sorority is a non-discriminatory organization made up of women from all cultures, ethnic backgrounds, religions, abilities, political beliefs, and sexual preferences. Through mutual courage, support, respect, and love our unbreakable bond of sisterhood unites Hermanas of diverse backgrounds to work towards common Goals and Ideals.
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