T.O.R.C.H.
(Teaching, Obligations, Rights, Characteristics, History)
Process Synopsis
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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority’s aim is to enhance the
quality of life within the community. Public service,
leadership development and education of youth
are the hallmark of the organization’s programs and
activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that
impact society educationally, civically and
economically.
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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
POLICY ON HAZING:
“HAZING IS WRONG, PROHIBITED AND UNAUTHORIZED”
SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INCORPORATED
HAZING DEFINED:
Hazing is any activity which causes or threatens to cause emotional or physical injury, or which
causes emotional or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule.
By way of example, such prohibited activities and situations include, but are not limited to,
blindfolding; hollering at or berating people; personal servitude; running errands or performing maid
services; activities likely to cause fatigue; physical and psychological challenges; treasure or scavenger
hunts; wearing apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in stunts, pranks,
degrading or humiliating games and activities; late work sessions; physical or emotional assaults;
drinking games; or the encouraged, suggested or forced consumption of alcohol or other disorienting
substances.
Any such activity is wrongful and in violation of the Sorority’s policy regardless of whether any
person or persons involved in the conduct believe that the participants in the activities are doing so
by consent.
The Sorority also adopts and incorporates herein the hazing policies established by the National Pan-
Hellenic Council.
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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
T.O.R.C.H. Program Timeline
APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Chapter Submission of TORCH Calendar for Approval by Regional Syntaktes
2. Formal Rush
3. Interview
4. Chapter Selection of Candidates
5. Application Packet Completed by Each Applicant and Submitted to the Chapter
6. Educational Workshops (3)
7. Headquarters Receives Application Package for Processing
The entire application process must be completed within 21 days or less. Included in the application
packet is Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated’s Policy Against Hazing (outlined on page 2) and a
legal Terms and Conditions document to be signed by both the applicant and the chapter’s representative,
stating their collective agreement to abide by the rules and regulations as stipulated, as well as their
understanding of the punitive actions that result from doing otherwise.
APPLICANT APPROVALS
Only applicants for whom the chapter...
