ALPHA XI CHAPTER | SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY
Gamma Phi Beta
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Our Proud History
O
n November 11, 1874, Gamma Phi Beta was founded
at Syracuse University by four collegiate women
seeking support in a world that made them feel alienated
because of their gender. Little did Helen, Frances,
Adeline, and Mary know that Gamma Phi Beta would
become the first-ever "sorority," impacting the lives of
more than 200,000 sisters who have followed in their
footsteps. The Alpha Xi Chapter has been at the heart
of Greek life at Southern Methodist University since
its founding nearly 90 years ago. With more than 2,100
initiates, the Alpha Xi Chapter has nurtured and sustained
numerous women during some of the most formative
years of their lives, cultivating lasting friendships in
the process. As alumnae, we can trace many of our
best college memories back to our Gamma Phi Beta
experience.
While there may be some differences in today's chapter
compared to the one you knew, there is a strong history
of Gamma Phi Betas at SMU. Today, more than ever,
sororities play a significant role in the development
of young women, and this growth is crucial in today's
competitive world. In addition to the standards taught
by our sisterhood, we acquired valuable assets, which
include leadership skills, organizational skills, social
skills, teamwork, and character. Oftentimes, these traits
have been integral to our personal success and helped
make us the women we are today.
Our home at 3030 Daniel Avenue is the focus of
undergraduate life for Alpha Xi. It has been a home
away from home for hundreds of young women and a
classroom where our sisters have aspired to lead and
achieve. However, if we wish for Gamma Phi Beta to
continue its strong presence on the Southern Methodist
University campus, we must ensure that we are providing
a safe, modern, and competitive facility for the next 90
years. Now is the appropriate time to look into securing
our future.
