Greetings The profound women of Theta Chi Sigma

Greetings! The profound women of Theta Chi Sigma Chapter welcome you to our Philo website. We are especially pleased that you have shown an interest in our family. To all of you, we extend the warmest of welcomes and sincere gratitude for having chose to visit with us. The Philos, which means “friend”, was established in 1954 and organized at the national level in 1980 during the Boule in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Philos main fundraiser, the First Lady Pageant was nationalized the same year. Today, there are hundreds of dedicated, concerned and involved Philos throughout the United States who are assisting Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority with its many service and service oriented projects and programs. The Philos are currently focusing on recruitment, reactivation, and retention in the development of the affiliate; team building skills and leadership training for its members. These women are dedicated to serving humankind are not affiliated with any Greek-lettered organization. They are women of the highest caliber and extremely dependable, but do not possess a baccalaureate degree. Many hold prestigious positions in their communities with outstanding religious, educational, civic and social connections. The Philos colors are gold and white and their flower is a white carnation with a gold ribbon. While we are proud of our past, we are excited about our future. Theta Chi Sigma’s Philo club is always looking for professional women with a zeal and passion for community service.

Tatiana Semone Akins Current Office: Financial Secretary Occupation: Student Words You live by: Patience is a virtue Why I Became a Philo: I became a Philo because I wanted a connection with my Mother and other African American women

Deliesha Monise Smith Current Office: Historian/Chaplain Occupation: Accounts Receivable Administrator Words You live by: KNOW JESUS, KNOW PEACE NO JESUS, NO PEACE Why I Became a Philo: To continue serving the community with service

Delores Cherry Current Office: Sergeant-at-Arms Occupation: Maintenance Administrator Words You Live By: Stay Focused. . . Think Positive Why I Became A Philo: To be able to serve the community with pride through volunteering

Anita Dorrough Current Office: President Occupation: Account Analyst Words You Live By: "To err is human" and "Let he who is without sin cast the first stone“ Why I Became A Philo: To become a member of an organization that helps the community and sets an example for young women.

Beulah Childress Current Office: Treasurer Occupation: Words You Live By: Why I Became A Philo:

Ilana Lynae E’Akels Current Office: Corresponding Secretary Occupation: Police Officer Words You live by: Follow your heart and let God be your guide! Why I Became a Philo: I became a Philo to become apart of an organization in which I could be helpful and be part of an extended family

Charlotte Ann Alexander Current Office: Recording Secretary Occupation: Telecommunications analyst Words You live by: The first step toward getting somewhere is to decide that you’re not going to stay where you are. Why I Became a Philo: Because of the sisterhood and with various outreach programs I could expand my friendship border.

Jeanette Sherman Occupation: Administrative Officer Words You live by: Live, Learn and Grow Why I Became a Philo: To be a part of an organization where I and others with like interests can work together to try to make a difference

Tina Dudley Occupation: Chicago Police Officer Words You live by: Always believe in yourself Why I Became a Philo: I became a Philo member to learn more about the projects that the Sigmas had to give their community and to mentor our young adults and children