Lambda Theta Nu Sorority

Websites

National Chapter: LambdaThetaNu.org

Year Founded

UCB Chapter: 1991

Additional Information

Chapter Summary/Information: The purpose of Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. shall be to open doors of opportunity to the Latinas of our community. Our primary focus is academic excellence and meeting the needs of Latina women in higher education. Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. also promotes the advancement of Latinas through various campus activities and community services, and provides an environment for personal growth within a unit of Sisterhood. Lambda Theta Nu Sorority Inc.’s priorities, however, will be placed upon academic excellence and community service. Although we are a Latina based sorority, we accept applicants regardless of race or color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation or handicap. Eligibility Requirements Must: be a female student; be enrolled as a full-time student at the respective 4-year institution; have completed at least 1 semester in college; possess and be able to obtain a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Three Pillars Academic Excellence Community Service Sisterhood Facts -Colors: Burgundy, Silver, and White -Symbol: Silver Rose -Nickname: Lambdas -First organization to step with machetes -36 Chapters strong -Chapters throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, and New York -Founding member of NALFO (National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations) -First Latina Sorority on the west coast -First Latina organization at Cal Motto “We turn girls into women, students into graduates & Latinas into professionals”

Message from the President: Being part of the Lambda family was the best decision I have ever made. It has made my years at Cal worthwhile and of a greater learning experience outside of a classroom setting. The Delta chapter at UC Berkeley is a relatively small one, which allows for a much closer and fruitful relationship with the active sisters. This close knit family has become my support group and I know that I can count on them for anything that I may need. Being part of a sorority is much more than what people make it seem; it takes time and commitment to plan events that will cater to our Latino community while at the same time, not letting our academics fall behind. It is comforting to know that I am not only a Lambda during my years as an undergraduate, but that once I graduate I will be an alumnae Lambda. I will always continue to be exposed to resources and different networks because “once a Lambda ALWAYS a Lambda!” I invite you to contact us for more information on how to become a sister, and you can always feel free to contact any sister if you have questions. Best of luck to you!

Annual Events: NALS BBQ (Newly Admitted Latino Student BBQ), Kindercaminata, Senior Weekend, Razapalooza, Step/Stroll Bootcamp, LYLC, Latino Literacy Grams

Chapter Philanthropy: The goals of Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. 's annual chapter philanthropies are to give back to the Latino community and open their doors into higher education.  We focus on three age groups: Elementary school (Lambda Literacy Grams), Middle school/Junior High school (LYLC), and High school (Latina High School Scholarship).  Lambda Literacy Gram/ Forum To raise money and awareness for Latino Literacy in the United States. We sell Lambda Literacy grams on campus to raise funds.  Also, during the week that we sell them, we also hold a Literacy forum where Cal's campus can learn about why Latino Literacy is our national philanthropy. Latina Youth Leadership Conference (LYLC) To open Cal’s doors to Latinas from the greater Bay Area focusing on Hayward, Oakland, Richmond and Berkeley.  100+ middle school and junior high school Latinas are brought to an all day conference at the UC Berkeley campus.  Workshops include; high school requirements, college life, campus tours, self-esteem, teen pregnancy prevention, college panels and motivational speakers Latina High School Scholarship To support a promising Latina high school senior that is pursuing a higher education.  We provide $800-$1,000 dollars to two High school Latinas. Last year the scholarships were awarded to 2 latinas from Castlemont High School in Oakland and were both going to attend California State University, Hayward, they each received $400.

Chapter History: Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. was founded at California State University, Chico on March 11, 1986 making it the first Latina sorority founded on the West Coast. On April 6, 1991 three undergraduate Latinas, Jennifer Garcia, Maria Martinez, and Rosalinda Valdez felt the need for an organization that offered academic and social support for Latinas at UC Berkeley. This need lead to the formation of the Delta chapter of Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc., and the establishment of the first Latina organization at UC Berkeley. Since then, the Delta chapter has committed to academic excellence, community service, and sisterhood.

Contact Information: latinasorority@yahoo.com

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