The NPHC 21st Century and Beyond.

[DrPhil]

Originally Posted by rhoyaltempest

Having a Bachelor's degree is no big deal these days so I don't see a need for us to require anything less. As for SGRho, I really don't see this ever changing, especially since we started out as a teacher's sorority, encouraging those with 2 year Normal school educations to pursue their bachelor's and master's degrees in education from day 1 and promote higher education. As for extending membership to those productive members in the community who are top in their field/efforts (with or without a degree), that's what we use honorary membership for (and keep in mind that honorary members can be very active; some of ours are even part of alumnae chapters). As for those with no degree (however successful in other ways) or just a 2 year degree, that's what our affiliate organization, the Philos are for.

SGRho rocks. I guess the Philos who wish to be SGRhos must go through the proper channels to do so.

[rhoyaltempest]

Originally Posted by DrPhil

SGRho rocks. I guess the Philos who wish to be SGRhos must go through the proper channels to do so.

Philos who want to be SGRhos must first obtain their bachelor degrees and this does happen. Some Philos are inspired by SGRhos to go back to school since they work closely with members or always planned to further their education. Once a Philo obtains her bachelor's degree, she is no longer eligible for Philo membership and can pursue membership in Sigma Gamma Rho although it is not guaranteed that she will become a member (they usually do though).

On the other hand, many Philos are happy being Philos and have no desire to become SGRhos or further their education. The younger ones usually want to go back to school at some point. Potential Philos cannot be enrolled in a 4 year degree program or possess a Bachelor's degree (that would make her eligible to pursue membership in SGRho) at the time of her induction. I am the Philo Advisor for my chapter and my mommy just became one in March. YAY!