Alpha Sigma Final Test Fall 2025 Review

Comprehensive practice flashcards for the Alpha Sigma Fall 2025 Final Test, covering sorority history, creed, crest symbolism, rules, executive board roles, awards, and key figures.

If you are experiencing issues with your big sister, who should you talk to?

New Member Educators

What is the minimum GPA required to not be required to complete study hours?

3.0 (Note: The minimum requirement to be an active member of Alpha Sigma is 2.7)

Must you email the Scholarship Chairs your study hours when studying outside of the library?

True

Can your big sister sign to verify your study hours?

False

What are the courtesy hours at the Alpha Sigma House?

Sunday - Thursday: 10:00pm-10:00am; Friday - Saturday: 12:00am-12:00pm

What score do you need to receive on your tests to be considered passing?

100%

At what times or occasions should you wear your new member pin?

At all times

By when must your new member class philanthropic project be completed?

Before initiation

Who is permitted to attend meetings to give announcements before the meeting begins?

Big sisters or any other actives

What items must you bring to your New Member meetings?

New Member pin, extra paper, pen, and manual

What must you do if you cannot attend a meeting or event?

Send an e-mail to your New Member Educators at least 1 hour before the event or meeting is scheduled to begin, outlining in detail the reason you are not able to attend.

What are considered reasonable excuses to miss a meeting or event?

Class or family emergencies

What information must you learn about members when completing Hoot Talks?

3 interesting or new facts learned

What does "new member time" mean?

10 minutes early

What is the primary purpose of conducting Hoot Talks?

To get to know everyone and have them get to know me

What is the Motto of Alpha Sigma?

Success, Crowns, Perseverance

What is the Objective of Alpha Sigma?

Cultivate the social, moral and intellectual faculties of its members

What are the requirements for induction into Alpha Sigma?

• Successful completion of New Member Affiliation program
• Fulfillment of scholastic obligations
• Maintain full-time student status and earn at least a 2.7 GPA
• Be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
• Fulfillment of financial obligations

Complete the phrase: "The Sorority is _________ by our ____________."

judged; actions

How many valid concerns does it take to bring a New Member to a vote?

3

What fraction of Actives is required to dismiss a New Member during New Member Review?

2/3

During which four weeks of the affiliation process does "New Member Review" take place?

Weeks 2, 4, 6, and 7

What is the official sorority flower of Alpha Sigma and what does it symbolize?

The daffodil; it symbolizes continuity and renewal of growth, and it is both cosmopolitan and international.

What is the sorority stone of Alpha Sigma and what do its qualities represent?

The pearl; its whiteness represents purity, and its roundness represents the eternal bond shared as sisters.

What is the sorority gem of Alpha Sigma and what does it signify?

The blue sapphire; it is an emblem of virtue and truth, and serves as a reminder of hope.

What is Alpha Sigma's disciplinary process called?

Standards

Who comprises the disciplinary process team for Standards?

The Vice President and Risk Manager head the team, along with 3 Active Members.

May new member pins and letters be worn around alcohol?

No; new member pins and letters may not be worn around alcohol regardless of a member's age.

Is the consumption of alcohol permitted in the common areas of the Chapter House?

False (it is strictly prohibited)

What minimum grade point average must be maintained to remain a member in good standing after induction?

2.7

Which major officer sets the deadlines for the payment of dues and fines?

Treasurer

On the crest, what does the handclasp symbolize and which objective does it represent?

Friendship; it is symbolic of the first objective, which is to cultivate the social faculties of its members.

On the crest, what does the moon symbolize and which objective does it represent?

Purity; it is symbolic of the second objective, which is to cultivate the moral faculties of its members.

On the crest, what does the lamp symbolize and which objective does it represent?

Knowledge; it is symbolic of the third objective, which is to cultivate the intellectual faculties of its members.

On the crest, what does the owl represent?

Wisdom (and the ultimate goal when leaving Alpha Sigma)

During a Candlelight ceremony, what special announcement is represented by each time the candle circles the group?

1st time: Lavaliered 2nd time: Pinned by a fraternity 3rd time: Engaged 4th time: Married 5th time: Baby

Which organization does Alpha Sigma's philanthropy support?

American Cancer Society

How many hours of community service must each member complete per semester?

20 hours

What is the role of the Panhellenic Council (PHC)?

It is the governing body of all national sororities.

When was the Alpha Sigma crest updated, and why?

1994; to show how the Alpha Sigma of today differs from the Alpha Sigma of 1931.

What does the year 1898 on the Alpha Sigma crest symbolize?

The year the Aureolia Society was founded.

What does the New Member pin at the bottom of the crest represent?

The beginning of the cycle with Alpha Sigma, the period of learning basic knowledge of the sorority, and that the semester revolves around the affiliation period.

What is spelled out in Greek letters behind the lamp on the crest?

Aureolia Society

What stones are set within the delta on the crest?

6 Sapphires and 6 Pearls

What is the purpose and significance of the tapestry surrounding the crest?

To cover and protect; it represents a tightly woven bond of sisterhood.

What is the time limit set on officer reports during meetings, and who is exempt?

2 minutes; Executive Officers and special events officers are exempt.

During which part of the meeting agenda can motions be made?

New Business

What must happen immediately after a motion is proposed before it can be discussed?

Another member must second the motion.

What are the common methods of voting utilized in chapter meetings?

Voice, Rising, Show of hands, and General or unanimous consent

How long are members required to live in the Alpha Sigma sorority house?

2 full semesters

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for initiation: completion of new member program, house obligation fulfillment, 2.7 GPA, or enrollment at UWW?

Fulfillment of the house obligation

List the Active Executive Board positions and the members who currently hold them.

• President: Alivia Delgado
• Vice President: Lauren Walker
• Recording Secretary: Bailey Bidwell
• Treasurer: Taylor Tougas
• New Member Educator: Reese French
• Assistant New Member Educator: Brianna Kron
• House President: Elizabeth Perryman

Which award is presented to a new member in either the Fall or Spring of the current academic year?

The Teagan Nolan Memorial Awards

Which award is given to the Alpha Sigma member who achieved the highest cumulative GPA, named for a former Aureolia Society member?

Grace Alvord Scholarship Trophy Award

Which award is given to an outstanding woman with demonstrated academic ability, sorority/community service, and financial need?

Mary Fricker Scholarship Award

Which award is presented to a sophomore or junior who does not hold executive office but has contributed considerable unheralded work?

Margaret Pasaka Award

Which award honors strong chapter leadership that promotes helping others before oneself?

Michael Laird Memorial Leadership Award

Which award, named after a past president, is presented to an outstanding business student or gymnast?

Brenda Niebruegge Award

Which award is voted on by the sorority and presented to an outstanding senior?

Senior Bracelet Award

Who was the librarian at UW-W for over 30 years who established an annual scholarship trophy for the Sorority?

Grace Alvord

Who was the Patron and Mentor of Alpha Sigma Sorority for over 30 years?

Mary Fricker

Who was the active alumna of Alpha Sigma and philanthropist in Whitewater and Fort Atkinson?

Isabella Matthews

Who was the longtime advisor to Alpha Sigma who helped the Chapter excel during the 1990s?

Michael Laird

Who was the business honor student and Whitewater gymnastics team member who passed away from cancer?

Brenda Niebruegge