Who we are

In 1874 at Syracuse University, students and friends Helen M. Dodge, Frances E. Haven, E. Adeline Curtis and Mary A. Bingham decided it was time to break gender alienation on their campus. In effort to create a welcoming and supportive environment for collegiate women, they founded Gamma Phi Beta Sorority.

Fast-forward to today and the Sorority, which was the first female organization to be coined with that name, continues to be a safe haven for all 250,000 (and counting) of its members.

The Eta Lambda Chapter of Gamma Phi Beta was founded at UCF on November 16, 2013. We pride ourselves on our diversity and inclusivity, and our sisters have a wide reach across many aspects of campus.

Our Motto

Founded on a Rock.

"Since the rock is the firmest and most enduring substance, able to withstand the ravages of time, and offering the strongest protection, it seemed fitting that Gamma Phi Beta should be thus founded." – Founder E. Adeline Curtis (Syracuse, 1874)

Founders of Gamma Phi Beta

Helen M. Dodge

The Scholar

"We weren't sisters by birth, but we knew from the start... fate brought us together to be sisters by heart." – Founder Helen M. Dodge (Syracuse, 1874)

Frances E. Haven

The Artist

"May your badge signify to all around that you stand for the highest type of womanhood. Be cordial, be gracious, and be sincere." – Founder Frances E. Haven Moss (Syracuse, 1874)

E. Adeline Curtis

The Friend

"Since the rock is the firmest and most enduring substance, able to withstand the ravages of time, and offering the strongest protection, it seemed fitting that Gamma Phi Beta should be thus founded." – Founder E. Adeline Curtis (Syracuse, 1874)

Mary A. Bingham

The Aristocrat

"..To receive graciously the fidelity and the friendly counsel of the sisterhood, and to give the best of ourselves and talents, loyally and faithfully to Gamma Phi Beta, is fulfillment of our pledge..." – Founder Mary A. Bingham (Syracuse, 1874)

OUR MISSION:

To build confident women of character who celebrate sisterhood and make a difference in the world around us.

Love

By focusing on individual worth, our members experience personal development in areas of self-empowerment, self-esteem, honesty and integrity

Labor

Gamma Phi Beta was founded in part to develop a higher social culture. Our service to humanity is generated by our members and their contributions to philanthropic endeavors, the University, and our local communities

Learning

Our sorority is committed to lifelong learning and we encourage our members to take advantage of every opportunity, whether it be in the classroom or in an off-campus activity. We promote intellectual growth and uphold high academic standards through our minimum GPA requirements and scholarship program. Numerous scholarships are available to encourage our members to achieve their academic potential.

Loyalty

Gamma Phi membership extends well beyond the scope of collegiate years. Staying involved as an alumna is an expectation of membership. The potential to connect and network with other outstanding members continues long after graduation.

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