Lambda Theta Nu

Lambda Theta Nu (ΛΘΝ) is a Latina-based Greek letter intercollegiate sorority founded on March 11, 1986 at California State University, Chico.[1]

Lambda Theta Nu
ΛΘΝ
FoundedMarch 11, 1986 (March 11, 1986)
California State University, Chico
TypeAcademic
ScopeNational
Mission statementTo promote and foster Latina leaders through educational and professional development, relationship building, and community involvement.
Colors  Silver   Burgundy
  White
SymbolRose
PhilanthropyTijeras
Chapters44 chapters, 11 States Wide
NicknameLambdas and Sexy Silver Roses
PillarsAcademic Excellence, Community Service and Sisterhood
Headquarters1220 Rosecrans #543
San Diego, California
USA
WebsiteLambda Theta Nu homepage

Founding Mothers

  • Leticia Campos
  • Mary Helen Coronado
  • Pamela Daña
  • Abigail Estrada
  • Cecilia Fabian
  • Guadalupe Favela
  • Maria Gonzalez
  • Josephine Hernandez
  • Theresa Jauregui
  • Patricia Lozano
  • Luz Amelia Martinez
  • Rosa Meza
  • Imelda Michel
  • Rosana Michel
  • Teresa Reyes
  • Camille Rugama
  • Lisa Saldano
  • Rosabelia Sanchez

Chapters

Lambda Scholarship

One of the main goals of Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. is to encourage and assist Latinas in the advancement of higher education, dedication to community service, and to provide an environment for personal growth within a unit of sisterhood. The organization does not only focus on its active members, but in the overall Latino community. In order to further their interest in helping out the Latino community, as a national organization Lambda Theta Nu Sorority Inc., has established a National Latina Scholarship Fund. The scholarship is designed with the goal of assisting young high school women pursue their own educational goals. Annually, every chapter awards a scholarship to applicants in their respective community.

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