Our
Vision
"Brotherhood beyond all barriers."
This applies not only to accepting and celebrating the cultural, racial, sexual, and other differences that characterize our membership, but to an understanding of brotherhood beyond the ranks of our own organization — not just Greek unity, but humanity as a whole.
This is imagined as an ideal for which we strive — to make a positive impact in and on the lives of others, irrespective of difference.
To cultivate a global leadership network,
founded in brotherhood,
and impassioned by service
to each other and our world.
Our Pillars
These are the pillarsthat define us
Society
The ideal Society refers to the community in which one lives. Sigma Beta Rho fosters the belief that individuals have a responsibility to the society to which they belong. It is one's duty as a brother to give back to one's family, community, and fraternity that which an individual has to offer to the ideal of service.Brotherhood
The invincible bond that is shared between the members of this fraternity. This bond is symbolized by the word "Qurbani" which is the Hindi translation of the word "Sacrifice". Qurbani represents the strength of our brotherhood and our unity as a Fraternity.Remembrance
At a time when many individuals share a birthplace different from that of their ancestors, it is necessary for an individual to recognize and appreciate his culture. Sigma Beta Rho not only encourages its members to appreciate their own culture, but also to gain an awareness of other cultures.
Our
Beginning
Sigma Beta Rho is the premier national multicultural fraternity in the United States. Founded in 1996 on the principles of duty to society, dedication to brotherhood, and the remembrance of cultural awareness, Sigma Beta Rho has since grown to share its goals with over 2,500 men on over 45 college campuses.
The founders of the Alpha Alpha Chapter came together with the core purpose of bringing an organization to FSU that would become a vehicle for multicultural leadership, growth, camaraderie, service, and all along - amazing collegiate memories that would last a lifetime. They went through many trials and tribulations but persevered. Their hard work that started in 2005 resulted in the establishment of one of the strongest Greek lettered organizations on the Florida State University campus.
Our
Philanthropy
"...in my opinion, nothing in the world is more important than to care for a child."
— Hermann Gmeiner, founder of SOS Children's Villages
As a fraternity that is heavily invested in service, we have chosen S.O.S. Children's Villages International to be our national philanthropy. This foundation has been working with disadvantaged families around the world (over 133 different countries) since 1960 in order to prevent crises that can lead to family separation. The focus is on abandoned, destitute and orphaned children requiring family-based child care. Millions of children worldwide are living without their biological families therefore S.O.S. provides about 50,000 such children and 15,000 young adults with a permanent new family, with a '24 hours a day' new S.O.S. mother to provide family-based care.
Alongside our national efforts, we take part in service to local charities and organizations as we believe in bettering the society and community in which we live. Every year we dedicate time and effort to align with movements like Ronald McDonald's House, Big Bend Homeless Coalition, and The Kearney Center to help better the greater Tallahassee community.
Under our first pillar - Society, it is our priority to be of service to our community. Our brothers take pride in grasping every opportunity to help make a positive impact on others.