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The Chi Chapter of Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha, Inc. was established on April 27th, 1997 at the University of Maryland, College Park by 6 women who saw a need for something greater and different on their campus. 

  • Welcome!

Today, the undergraduate Hermanas who currently attend the University of Maryland, College Park continue the legacy with the support of Chi Chapter alumnae, who remain active in their sisterhood and the campus community as professional women.

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Alum Hermana Spotlight

Erica Fuentes (H. Paracletus, #5)

Line Name: Inexorable Llama Del Destino

Crossed: Fall 2015 (Line 8)

​Why Did You Join?

There are so many reasons I joined SIA. Being a first-generation Latina at a PWI in honors housing was an extremely isolating experience for me. Although I excelled in school and other activities during my first two years of college, I felt like something was missing. That something was the connection to my community and my roots. SIAs were known on campus for their leadership, advocacy, and community work. They were confident in themselves and spoke out for those who needed a voice. They gave me a glimpse of what I aspired to be. Since then, I have benefited from our sisterhood and have received mentorship from countless Hermanas. SIA has provided me with a network that many first-generation professionals do not have access to. Today, I am honored to pay it forward.

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What Do You Do Today?

Director of Constituent Services, Office of Congressman Jamie Raskin  - U.S. House of Representatives

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Awards

  • UMD Banneker Key Full Merit Scholarship 

  • University of Maryland La Raza Unida Award 2017

  • Phi Beta Kappa Society

  • Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honors Society 

  • Maryland Medallion Society

  • Leadership Montgomery Emerging Leader 2024-2025

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