Chi Upsilon Sigma

Chi Upsilon Sigma
ΧΥΣ
FoundedApril 29, 1980; 44 years ago (1980-04-29)
Rutgers University–New Brunswick
TypeCultural interest
AffiliationNALFO
StatusActive
EmphasisLatinas
ScopeNational
Motto"Wisdom Through Education"
Colors  Red,   Black, and   Beige
SymbolAlmighty Owl
FlowerHibiscus
JewelEmerald
PhilanthropyI Have A Dream Foundation
Chapters76 collegiate, 13 graduate
NicknameWomen of Wisdom, Cussies, CUS
Headquarters280 Madison Avenue
Suit 912-255
New York City, New York 10016
United States
Websitewww.justbecus.org

Chi Upsilon Sigma (ΧΥΣ) ("Women of Wisdom")—official name is Corazones Unidos Siempre Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. (Hearts United Always)—is a Latin-based Greek letter intercollegiate sorority. Chi Upsilon Sigma was founded in 1980 at the New Brunswick Campus of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey.[1]

The sorority is a member of the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO).[2]

History

Chi Upsilon Sigma was founded on April 29, 1980 by seven Latinas at the Rutgers University–New Brunswick. The seven founding mothers are:

  • Maricel Rivera
  • Sonia Rosa
  • Catherine Miranda
  • Mariela Freay
  • Nancy Collazo
  • Maria E. Tejera
  • Evelyn Burgos

Due to the shifts in the cultural and political arenas, the late 1970s and early 1980s was a thriving time for the Latino community in the Northeastern United States. Activism on college campuses was common ground. Corazones Unidos Siempre/Chi Upsilon Sigma Sorority, Inc. was formed to challenge inequality, poor funding, and inferior quality of life for Latino students. Corazones Unidos Siempre was formed with three goals, to provide service, to encourage communication, and develop awareness amongst the community.[3]

The sorority joined the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO) on October 14, 2000.[2]

Symbols

The sorority's colors are red, black, and beige.[3] Its symbol is the Almighty Owl and its flower is the hibiscus.[3] Its jewel is the emerald.[3] Its motto is "Wisdom Through Education".

Philanthropy

Chi Upsilon Sigma's national philanthropy is the I Have A Dream Foundation.[3]

Chapters

Main article: List of Chi Upsilon Sigma chapters

See also

References

  1. ^ Lurding, Carroll and Becque, Fran. (April 9, 2023) "Chi Upsilon Sigma". Almanac of Fraternities and Sororities. Urbana: University of Illinois. Accessed June 5, 2023.
  2. ^ a b "NALFO". Chi Upsilon Sigma®. 2015-12-31. Retrieved 2023-06-05.
  3. ^ a b c d e "About Us". Chi Upsilon Sigma®. 2015-12-31. Retrieved 2023-06-05.