The Legacy of Gamma Phi
On November 11, 1874 Helen M. Dodge, Frances E. Haven, E. Adeline Curtis and Mary A. Bingham founded the first chapter of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York. Now, over 130 years later, Gamma Phi Beta has grown into one of the largest and most well-respected sororities in North America.
Gamma Phi Beta's motto is "Founded Upon A Rock." The crescent moon, Gamma Phi's symbol, demonstrates the sorority's acceptance of new members while cradling its old members.
In 1888 the carnation became the sorority flower. Pink was designated its official color in 1950. The sorority changed its colors, originally light and dark blue, to light and dark brown in 1875 to honor Dr. J.J. Brown, whose study was used for the Friday afternoon meetings of Gamma Phi Beta.
Gamma Phi Beta's motto is "Founded Upon A Rock." The crescent moon, Gamma Phi's symbol, demonstrates the sorority's acceptance of new members while cradling its old members.
In 1888 the carnation became the sorority flower. Pink was designated its official color in 1950. The sorority changed its colors, originally light and dark blue, to light and dark brown in 1875 to honor Dr. J.J. Brown, whose study was used for the Friday afternoon meetings of Gamma Phi Beta.
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