Beta Sigma

Filipino collegiate fraternity From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Beta Sigma (βΣ) is a collegiate fraternity based in the Philippines. It was founded in 1946 at the University of the Philippines in Manila. It is one of the largest fraternities in the Philippines.[1]

FoundedJuly 14, 1946; 79 years ago (1946-07-14)
University of the Philippines Manila
TypeTraditional
AffiliationIndependent
StatusActive
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Beta Sigma
βΣ
FoundedJuly 14, 1946; 79 years ago (1946-07-14)
University of the Philippines Manila
TypeTraditional
AffiliationIndependent
StatusActive
EmphasisSocial
ScopePhilippines
PillarsBrotherhood, Integrity, Loyalty, Equality and Service
Chapters195
Members20,000+ lifetime
NicknameBeta Sigman, Betan
Headquarters
Philippines
Websitebetasigman.com
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History

Beta Sigma was founded on July 14, 1946, at the University of the Philippines Manila.[2][3][4] Organized by Jesus R. Jayme and Nicanor P. Jacinto Jr., it was the first fraternity established in the Philippines after World War II.[3][1] The fraternity's mission is "to uphold all that is good and noble in man and foster brotherhood, excellence, tradition, achievement, and nationalism".[2]

On August 13, 1950, a second chapter was chartered at the University of the Philippines Los Baños.[3] After adding more chapters, the fraternity was incorporated as Beta Sigma Fraternity Philippines (BetaPhil), a national organization, in 1975.[2] The fraternity's alumni association was also created in 1975.[3] It now has alumni associations locally in the Philippines and internationally, operating as UP Beta Sigma Fraternity International.[2][5]

Beta Sigma has chartered more than 100 chapters at colleges and universities in the Philippines, with 95 active chapters in 2015.[2][3][6] In 2012, it had 15,000 active members in the Philippines.[7] Its sister sorority is Sigma Beta.[8] There is also has a Beta Sigma Ladies Corps.[8]

As of 2024, Beta Sigma has 195 chapters worldwide and 20,000 members.[8] It is one of the largest fraternities in the country.[1]

Symbols and traditions

The Greek letters of the fraternity's name, Beta Sigma, stand for Brotherhood of Scholars.[1] The fraternity has adopted the Beta Sigma Credo, the "Betan Hymn", and its 9 Principal Truths.[2][3] Its pillars are Brotherhood, Integrity, Loyalty, Equality and Service.[9] Its members are called Betans.[6] Its motto is "All That Is Good And Noble In Man!"[8]

Malmon is used as the mascot of Beta Sigma.[10]

Beta Sigma refers to its officers as:[11]

  • Grand Princep (president)
  • Vice-Grand Princep (vice president)
  • Master of the Rolls (secretary)
  • Guardian of the Coffers (treasurer)
  • Chamberlain (auditor)
  • Herald (public relations officer)
  • Wielders of the Sword (sergeant at arms)

Activities

Beta Sigma's members participate in service and charitable activities, such as blood drives, medical and dental missions, building houses, and the distribution of relief packets and food for those in need.[2][12][13][6][14][15] For its 66th anniversary, the fraternity organized the National Greening Program, overseeing the planting 1.5 billion trees nationwide over six years.[7] It also organizes conventions, fraternity balls, and international homecoming celebrations for its members.[2]

Chapters

Following is an incomplete list of Beta Sigma chapters.

More information Chapter, Charter Date ...
Chapter Charter Date Institution Location Status Ref.
Mother Chapter July 14, 1946 University of the Philippines Manila Manila, Philippines [3]
UP Los Baños (Beta) August 13, 1950 University of the Philippines Los Baños Laguna, Philippines Active [3][12][14][5]
1956 Far Eastern University–Narciso Reyes Medical Foundation Manila, Philippines [3]
before 1957 Gregorio Araneta University Foundation Malabon, Philippines [3]
before 1975 Manila Central University Caloocan, Philippines [3]
1960 University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Quezon City, Philippines

Active

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before 1975 Silliman University Dumaguete, Philippines [3]
Iloilo August 27, 1989 University of the Philippines Miag-ao, Iloilo, Philippines Active [5][16][17]
Iloilo November 28, 1981 Central Philippine University Jaro, Iloilo, Philippines Active
Western USA October 1990 United States [18]
Nueva Ecija Colleges October 24, 1991 Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Active [19]
San Diego May 15, 1993 San Diego, California Active [9][18]
Melbourne July 17, 1999 Melbourne, Australia Active [20]
Northwest USA August 19, 2001 Seattle, Washington, United States Active [21]
MCC Beta Sigma Fraternity March 27, 2011 Mabalacat College Mabalacat City, Philippines Active [4]
Baguio Baguio, Philippines Active [5]
Beta Sigma Fraternity Alumni Association Australia, Canada, and United States Active [5]
Beta Sigma Fraternity Alumni Association in Qatar Qatar Active [11]
Beta Sigma Alumni Association of Texas Texas, United States Active [4]
Beta Sigma Fraternity Alumni Association UAE United Arab Emirates Active [4]
Canada Canada [15]
Central Philippines Active [5]
Makati Makati, Philippines Active [5]
Mindanao Mindanao, Philippines Active [5]
New York New York City, New York Active [22]
Northern California California, United States Active [5][4]
OBBF Philippines Active [5]
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia Active [4]
Sorsogon Sorsogon State University Sorsogon, Philippines Active [13]
Southern California California, United States Active [5][4][15]
Southern Mindanao University of Southern Mindanao Cotabato, Philippines Active [23]
TSU Tarlac State University Tarlac, Philippines Active
Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation [24]
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Notable Members

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