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Never doubt that a small group of committed
people can change the world. Indeed, it is the
only thing that ever has.
--Margaret Mead


The founders came together with a vision of an organization for the betterment all cultures in the United States. They envisioned a Greek-Lettered organization to this extent in which membership would remain constant and growing and would facilitate involvement from its alumni members.They realized that in order for their vision to truly become a reality they needed to spread their principles and ideals to other college campuses and establish a nationwide network. August 16, 1996 witnessed the induction of several new members to Sigma Beta Rho Fraternity with whom brought the establishment of the Alpha Chapter at the University of Pennsylvania. At this time eight men from three different universities would be given the status of founding fathers as they were the brothers who would establish the fraternity for years to come.
 

 

Mr. Saiful Khandker Mr. Shoor Kalam
Mr. Russell Abdullah Mr. Bonit Sharma
Mr. Rajan Dogra Mr. Neil Datta
Mr. Suman Ghosh Mr. Anuj Datta

These eight men established this fraternity to foster the ideals of Society, Brotherhood, and Remembrance amongst its members. They believed that through their bonds of brotherhood they would be able to establish an organization that would instill unity amongst its members,promote South Asian culture, and aid the greater community at large.They felt that the principles of Society, Brotherhood, and Remembrance would develop leaders from young men both as undergraduate students on their college campuses and as professionals in their lives upon graduation. These young men would serve as role models and mentors in their respective communities, break down barriers between different ethnic groups, and through their leadership would aid their communities in this country in attaining a better and brighter future than it would have had. It is to this end that the brothers of Sigma Beta Rho work so diligently towards to this day. All the brothers strive to uphold the ideals of Society, Brotherhood, and Remembrance so that one day our future may be a brighter one.

Sigma symbolizes Society


The ideal Society refers to the community in which one lives. Sigma Beta Rho fosters the belief that individuals have a responsibility to the society to which they belong. It is one's duty as a brother to giveback to one's family, community, and fraternity that which an individual has to offer to the ideal of service.

Beta symbolizes Brotherhood


The invincible bond that is shared between the members of this fraternity.This bond is symbolized by the word "Qurbani" which is the Hindi translation of the word "sacrifice". Qurbani represent the strength of our brotherhood and our unity as a Fraternity.

Rho symbolizes Remembrance


At a time when many individuals share a birthplace different from that of their ancestors. It is necessary for an individual to recognize and appreciate his culture. Sigma Beta Rho not only encourages its members to appreciate their own culture, but also to gain an awareness of other cultures of the members of the fraternity.
 
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