Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority is committed to developing scholars, philanthropists, leaders and sisters among our collegiate and alumnae members. We try to live up to the ideals that were put in place by our founders on November 4th, 1899 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. 

Those ideals are to be active, self-reliant, and trustworthy women, which is also the Alpha Sigma Tau motto. 
  

Alpha Sigma Tau promotes the ethical, cultural, and social development of its members, specifically:

  • to develop the character of each member through the study of ethics which she will show in all her relationships: sincerity, honesty, love and understanding;
  • to help each member enjoy the cultural advantages in life so she will know how to select those things which are most worthwhile; and
  • to develop in each member the social graces so she will be able to take her place in life with true dignity and poise.

The Tau Honor Principle is an agreement that is made effective upon accepting membership into the Sorority and continues throughout a member’s lifetime and presumes a member is honorable unless proven otherwise. The Tau Honor Principle explains the key agreements all members make to guard the most valuable assets of our Sisterhood which include:

  • Keeping the Sorority’s decision making and sacred ritual confidential;
  • Upholding the standards and regulations of the Sorority;
  • Being honest, truthful, and trustworthy with the members;
  • Conducing Sorority affairs with honor and ethics;
  • Safe-guarding Sorority property and funds; and/or
  • In the face of adversity, behaving in a manner that upholds the Tau Honor Principles.

The Epsilon Gamma chapter was established at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah, Ga on 
May 21, 2005. 

Our two mascots are a turtle and a starfish!



  

Then

Our founding sisters are Helene Rice, Adriance Rice, Eva O'Keefe, Harriet Marx, May Gephart, Mayene Tracy, Mable Chase and Ruth Dutcher.

Now

The Creed of Alpha Sigma Tau:

As a member of Alpha Sigma Tau, I believe in the permanence and loveliness of its ideals. I believe in the values of friendship and fidelity to purpose. I believe in the fulfillment of self and will strive to contribute my share to the progress of mankind. I believe in cultivating beauty of spirit and graciousness of living in all my contacts with others. I believe that faithfulness to these ideals will help me to live joyously and valiantly.


Fun Facts: 

Founded: November 4, 1899 at Michigan State Normal College (now Eastern Michigan University), Ypsilanti, Michigan

Colors: Emerald Green and Gold

Flower: Yellow Rose

Symbol: Anchor

Jewel: Pearl

Magazine: THE ANCHOR
 
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