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Gamma Chi History
In December 2002, seven ambitious ladies sparked the inspiration to
establish a chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. at the
University of Texas at Austin. Pursuing an organization that was in
consensus with our values, principles, and goals we sought out the first
Latina sorority. An interest group was formed soon after and blindly the
journey was set. A two-year journey commenced.
As Latina women we knew the struggles of succeeding. We wanted to
provide a haven on our campus for women alike to reach their dreams. An
outlet where we would be able to cultivate the essential skills needed
to accomplish our life-long aspirations. We wanted to provide a positive
outlook for other ladies who shared this passion. Through organized
Informationals, seventeen ladies united with the same vision to form a
zealous interest group. However, only a select group continued with the
arduous journey.
At long last, on November 20, 2004, seven strong and determined women
established the Gamma Chi Chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha on The
University of Texas at Austin campus. They are Anna Lara, Sara Meza,
Priscilla Silva, Christina Perez, Rochelle Gomez, Christina Rodriquez,
and Liza Ortiz.
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Gamma Chi Today
Spring 2005 was a time for new beginnings for five of the seven founding
sisters. Graduation, career, travel, and other endeavors were their next
step. Two founding sisters remained at the undergraduate level. Not only
did these ladies maintain the chapter, host events, and maintain high
academic standing, but were also responsible for the induction of four
new sisters. Line One Fall ’05 and Line Two Spring’06 rejuvenated the
chapter to six sisters. The four new sisters were Cecy Partida, Jessica
Sanchez, Roxane Cantu, and Karla Campbell.
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Gamma Chi
Achievements
Latina/o AIDS Awareness Day
Latinos are among the highest at-risk group for HIV/AIDS. With this in
mind the Gamma chi sisters organized the first Latina/o AIDS awareness
day in April 2005. The event successfully raised over 200 dollars that
was donated to ALLGO, a local organization providing HIV/AIDS outreach
to Latinos and other communities of color in the Austin area.
Platanos and Collard Greens
In March 2006, Gamma Chi was able to successfully bring the off Broadway
hit play, Platanos & Collard Greens, to campus, free of charge to
students. The hip-hop comedy drama tackles the misunderstandings
associated with interracial relationships.
Immigration Reform Rally
With immigration reform a particularly hot topic in the nation in the
spring, Gamma Chi participated in a coalition of university
organizations to enlighten the student body about HR4437 as part of
April 10th’s National Day of Action.
Best New Organization of the Year
In Spring of 2006 Gamma chi was recognized as the Latino Leadership
Council’s (LLC) Best New organization of the Year.
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