| Chi Upsilon Sigma | |
|---|---|
| ΧΥΣ | |
 | |
| Founded | April 29, 1980; 45 years ago (1980-04-29) Rutgers University–New Brunswick |
| Type | Social |
| Affiliation | NALFO |
| Status | Active |
| Emphasis | Cultural interest -Latinas |
| Scope | National |
| Motto | "Wisdom Through Education" |
| Colors | Red, Black, and Beige |
| Symbol | Almighty Owl |
| Flower | Hibiscus |
| Jewel | Emerald |
| Philanthropy | I Have A Dream Foundation |
| Chapters | 76 collegiate, 13 graduate |
| Nickname | Women of Wisdom, Cussies, CUS |
| Headquarters | 280 Madison Avenue Suit 912-255 New York City,New York 10016 United States |
| Website | www |
Chi Upsilon Sigma (ΧΥΣ) ("Women of Wisdom")—official name isCorazones Unidos Siempre Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. (Hearts United Always)—is aLatin-basedGreek letter intercollegiatesorority. Chi Upsilon Sigma was founded in 1980 at theNew Brunswick Campus of Rutgers University inNew Brunswick,New Jersey.[1]
The sorority is a member of theNational Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO).[2]
Chi Upsilon Sigma was founded onApril 29, 1980 by seven Latinas at theRutgers University–New Brunswick. The seven founding mothers are Evelyn Burgos, Nancy Collazo, Mariela Freay, Catherine Miranda, Maricel Rivera, Sonia Rosa, and Maria E. Tejera.
Due to shifts in the cultural and political arenas, the late 1970s and early 1980s were a thriving time for the Latino community in theNortheastern United States. Activism on college campuses was common ground. Corazones Unidos Siempre/Chi Upsilon Sigma Sorority, Inc. was formed to challenge inequality, poor funding, and inferior quality of life for Latino students. Corazones Unidos Siempre was formed with three goals: to provide service, encourage communication, and develop community awareness.[3]
The sorority joined theNational Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO) on October 14, 2000.[2]
The sorority's colors are red, black, and beige.[3] Its symbol is the Almighty Owl and its flower is the hibiscus.[3] Its jewel is the emerald.[3] Its motto is "Wisdom Through Education".
Chi Upsilon Sigma's national philanthropy is theI Have A Dream Foundation.[3]