Symbols & Traditions

Mission Statement: 
To inspire the personal development of each sister and perpetuate the advancement of womanhood.
Vision Statement: 
Phi Sigma Sigma is a dynamic sisterhood of powerful women fostering uncompromising principles, igniting positive change, and embracing individuality
Flower: American Beauty Rose
Open Motto: Diokete Hupsula - Aim High
Colors: King Blue and Gold
Stone: Sapphire
Twin Ideals: The brotherhood of man and the alleviation of the world's pain
Official Hymn: Liebestraum
Symbol: Sphinx
Philanthropy: National Kidney Foundation

The Fraternity symbols were chosen because they appealed to the Founders. Shirley Cohen Laufer chose the Sphinx because it is a mythological figure of mystery and secrecy for women. The American Beauty Rose was selected because of its statuesque beauty, and the balance of its sharp thorns and soft petals. Fay Chertkoff, Gwen Zaliels Snyder, and Estelle Melnick Cole literally locked themselves in a room together to write the first ritual. Gwen Zaliels Snyder designed the familiar sapphire-eyed Sphinxhead pin.

Core Values

Life Long Learning
The women of Phi Sigma Sigma share a commitment to lifelong learning. We teach each other and learn from each other. We make academic achievement a priority, fostering an environment that encourages our membership to reach their highest potential.
Leadership Through Service
Phi Sigma Sigmas value making a difference in the lives of others. Hence, they become leaders in their communities, their professions, and their sisterhood. Leadership through service comes naturally to our women as we cultivate personal growth by seeking opportunities to serve.
Inclusiveness
Phi Sigma Sigma is a dynamic sisterhood of women with different backgrounds but similar values. Our commitment to inclusiveness binds us, and results in stronger women who embrace individuality and share this philosophy with the world