History
Nationally
Alpha Sigma Alpha was founded nationally on November 15th, 1901 in Farmville, Virgina at Longwood College.
UNC
The Beta Beta chapter was established on the campus of Northern Colorado in February 19th, 1916. In the Spring of 2016 we celebrated 100 years on this campus.
Purpose, Mission, Vision
Purpose
The purpose of Alpha Sigma Alpha is to foster close friendships between members and to develop women of poise and purpose.
Mission
Alpha Sigma Alpha promotes high ideals and standards for its members throughout their lives by emphasizing balance among our four aims of intellectual, physical, social and spiritual development.
Vision
The vision of Alpha Sigma Alpha is to cultivate values and ideals in women who are known for their character and concern for others. Alpha Sigma Alpha inspires women to lead, to serve and most of all to make a difference.
Values
Eight Core Values
-Balance
-Generosity
- Growth
-Integrity
-Learning
-Relationships
-Responsability
-Enjoyment
Philanthropy
Alpha Sigma Alpha has three national philanthropies, which include Girls On the Run, S. Smith June Center, and Special Olympics. We also do work locally with the Weld County Food bank. Members of Beta Beta do 25+ hours of work a semester in all of our philanthropies.
Sisterhood
Sisterhood is a fundamental element of our chapter. We strive off the bonds we create with one another. Our sisterhood is at the core of all of our hearts. Throughout the year Beta Beta holds retreats, sisterhoods, and other social events to tighten the bond within the chapter.