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GAMMA PHI OMEGA
INTERNATIONAL SORORITY, INC.
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS CHICAGO
Gamma Phi Omega International Sorority Inc.
EST. 1991
Quick Facts
National History
FOUNDING DATE
April 17, 1991
FOUNDING UNIVERSITY
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
PRIMARY COLORS
Maroon and Navy
SECONDARY COLORS
Teal and Gold
MOTTO
Unity and Sisterhood, Now and Forever, One and Inseparable
MASCOT
Swan
FLOWER
Fire and Ice Rose
SORORITY GEM
Star Sapphire
SORORITY CALL
¡HA-ÚI!
NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY
American Diabetes Association
CHAPTER PHILANTRHOPY
Alliance for Lupus Research
Gamma Phi Omega International Sorority, Incorporated (Gamma Phi Omega) was the dream of our Founding Mother, Veronica Montemayor. It was her vision to become part of an organization where Latina women could relate in their shared cultural values and experiences.
Over time, Veronica was joined by a core group of women who shared her spirit: Monica Guzman, Cristina Rodela, Margaret Escabalzeta, Laura Garcia, and Barbara Graves. After extensive research and efforts, the group agreed that there was not an existing organization that fit their needs. They decided that it was time to create a new option, one that celebrated the diversity of the Latino culture.
On April 17, 1991, Gamma Phi Omega was founded.
Since that time, Gamma Phi Omega has continued to expand. The sorority has evolved; however, the values of the organization remain intact. Sisterhood remains the core foundation, and we strive to empower women through the set goals of Academic Excellence, Community Service, Cultural Awareness, and most importantly, Sisterhood.
Although Latina-oriented in our roots, Gamma Phi Omega unites women across an array of cultures. Members uphold the legacy of the founders and have broadened the scope of the original six women to reach and inspire hundreds.
​Our Divine Founders, 6 D.I.V.I.N.A.