Alpha Sigma Tau (ΑΣΤ)
Alpha Sigma Tau’s first chapter was founded on November 4, 1899, and has grown to include over 85 collegiate chapters and colonies and over 40 alumnae associations nationwide. The Beta Tau Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau was established at this campus on April 12, 1975, and has since initiated over 600 women into the sisterhood. Today, Alpha Sigma Tau prides itself in being the only sorority on campus that is part of the National Panhellenic Conference. They are a diverse group with a common dedication to advancing our members, serving our communities, building lifelong friendships, and fulfilling the purpose of our sorority. Alpha Sigma Tau’s mission is to empower women to excel in life. Through their values of graciousness, respect, intellect, connections, and excellence, the sisters of Alpha Sigma Tau are consistently motivating each other to be the best versions of themselves in academic and real-world settings.
The sisters of AST hold many events throughout each year. Though they are proud of their Philanthropy events, their sisterhood events are always ones to remember. Events with their alumnae are held near and dear to their hearts, as it can be beneficial to meet and connect with women who were once in the same positions. The annual ASThanksgiving is held after Thanksgiving with collegiate and alumnae sisters as well as occasional events such as barbeques, going to dinner, having a day at the lake, and more. Additionally, the sisters hold a week of five events each year called Women’s Wellness Week, each event focusing on a specific dimension of wellness.
Alpha Sigma Tau’s National Philanthropy is the Women’s Wellness Initiative and its two partners are Dress for Success and Girls Who Code. The Beta Tau Chapter at UMass Lowell holds two large annual Philanthropy events. Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is held in the Fall and is a men’s march to end domestic and sexual violence. The chapter's Philanthropy team is proud to organize this event each year with the help of Fraternity and Sorority Life at UMass Lowell, especially the Fraternities who walk a mile in red heels to support our cause. The proceeds of the event support the local Center for Hope and Healing. In the spring season, the sisters host “Painting with the Taus” which is an event in which sisters, alumnae, and other community members gather to follow a painting instructor and raise money for the Endometriosis Center at Boston Children’s Hospital in memory of their eternal sister Kylie Inman.
The Alpha Sigma Tau Nationals has provided the chapter with many opportunities. Scholarships based out of nationals and chapter-specific scholarships are available each year. The officers of each chapter participate in leadership, conflict management, and skills training each year, and sisters are sent to the National Convention every two years for more training and bylaw voting. These opportunities help sisters grow professionally and meet sisters across the country. The advisor program allows chapter members to meet in person and remotely with their headquarters staff contact who provides training and support for sisters navigating their way through college and life.
The sisters of Alpha Sigma Tau are resilient and hardworking. They are being prepared for the real world by practicing professionalism and life skills throughout their sorority journeys.
Kappa Delta Phi NAS (ΚΔΦ N.A.S.)
Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority, Kappa Upsilon chapter was founded in 1972. Our mission is to encourage higher education ideals in our institutions, to promote a spirit of citizenship, individual character, and fellowship, and to oppose discrimination, on the basis of race, color or creed, in order to strengthen and preserve the bonds of sisterhood. For updates on recruitment activities and important information, please add us on Facebook: Rush Kappa Delta Phi N.A.S, Kappa Upsilon Chapter at UMass Lowell. Or follow Kappa Delta Phi on Instagram @instagram KappaUpsilon.
Alpha Omega (AΩ)
Alpha Omega prides itself on being the oldest sorority on campus and one of two local sororities at UMass Lowell. The sisters of Alpha Omega believe strongly in service to their community and to each other. Alpha Omega is an academic sorority that focuses on its members’ well-being so that they are able to grow and thrive both within the University and in other aspects of their lives as well. Joining Alpha Omega provides leadership, service, and networking opportunities. Above all, sisters find a home away from home within Alpha Omega. When asked before joining Alpha Omega, the majority of sisters said they would never join a sorority. Now, those same women say it was the best decision they have ever made. For more information check us out on Facebook: Alpha Omega - AΩ - UMass Lowell Sorority.
Phi Sigma Rho (ΦΣΡ)
Phi Sigma Rho was established in 1937 at the Lowell Textile Institute, currently known as the University of Massachusetts Lowell, making us the first sorority on campus. As a local sorority we believe in our service to the local community and to that of our University. The sorority name represents the principles of our organization; Phi signifying friendship, Sigma signifying service and Rho signifying responsibility. We inspire young women to become leaders while creating bonds of friendship and establishing lifelong networks. Phi Sigma Rho is dedicated to embracing diversity and developing amazingly confident women who are comfortable in their own skin. For more information email us at: rushphisigmarhouml@gmail.com and like us on Facebook: Phi Sigma Rho at the University of Massachusetts Lowell.