LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the Eta Nu
Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those
illustrious organizations within the State of New York whose focus and
intent have made a substantial impact on the quality of life in their
communities; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 20th Anniversary of the Eta Nu Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma
Rho Sorority, Inc., to be celebrated on Saturday, January 21, 2012, at
Terrace on the Park; and
WHEREAS, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated was founded at Butler
University in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1922 by seven school teachers;
as a leading national service organization, it has met the challenges of
the day and continues to grow through sisterhood, scholarship and
service; and
WHEREAS, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., gives leadership, service,
and resources toward removing barriers and inequalities so that all
people of America may develop their potential and exercise full citizen-
ship; and
WHEREAS, Chartered on December 21, 1991, the women of the enterprising
Eta Nu Sigma Chapter work very hard to uphold the highest standards of
womanhood and excellence; the enterprising Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter
serves the Brooklyn and Queens, New York, communities; and
WHEREAS, The Eta Nu Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
founded the Seven Roses Legacy Foundation in 2005; this non-profit
organization serves as the charitable branch of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorori-
ty, Inc., local chapter Eta Nu Sigma; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its 20 years of distinguished service, the mission
of Eta Nu Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is to serve
the youth of the Brooklyn and Queens communities by empowering them to
expand their cultural and social horizons, improve their financial
literacy and pursue higher education opportunities; the foundation
primarily serves those students who live in economically-challenged
neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Eta Nu Sigma Chapter of Sigma
Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Eta Nu Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.