Background

Elements
Founding Date: March 1, 2018

Founding Location: The New School in New York City, New York

Founders: Taylor Vogt, Diana Mendez, Pia Frascatore, Jacob Cespedes

Purpose: Sigma Upsilon was founded with the purpose of advancing its membership academically and professionally in the field of sustainability.

Reasoning: There are very few outlets that promote communication amongst those in the sustainability and environmental community. Sigma Upsilon seeks to bring together students of all backgrounds to share their thoughts and ideas related to the field of sustainable development.

Fraternity Animals: family. They are the king of the jungle, taking care of their pride and their community. Just like the lion, you have to be a leader with the courage to give direction to the ever-changing field of sustainability. You must always remember that you are working in this field for your human family, the species as a whole, to protect them and ensure a prosperous future for all.
 * Lion – Lions are born leaders and are associated with both courage and

represents wisdom. You are in college learning about an alternative future that we all must create through ingenuity, skill and intelligence. Gather as much wisdom about sustainability as you can so that you can be in the best position possible to handle all the challenges that face you in the field.
 * Owl – An owl

Fraternity Motto: SUSTINERE VITA - SUSTAIN LIFE - ΣΥΣΤΑΙΝ ΛΙΦΕ

Fraternity Creed: Our creed of 'society, economy and ecology' means that we seek to affect change in every aspect of human culture, creating a just and sustainable world for both today's and future generations to enjoy.

Fraternity Colors: Black – economy; Blue – social; Green – environment; White – sustainability; Gold - the future.

Fraternity Crest: Lion’s mane, Owl, Sword, Shield, Tree Trunk, Black, Blue, Green, White, Gold

Fraternity Website: www.sigmaupsilon.org

Fraternity Phone Number: 914 987 0181

Fraternity Foundation: Sigma Upsilon Educational Foundation

Fraternity Membership Classification: (Primarily) Family, Brother, Sister