Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. is a nonprofit, Asian-interest sorority that was founded on March 9, 1995 at SUNY Binghamton in Binghamton, New York. Our sorority was conceived through the notion of an organization that would provide a culturally sound and educationally inspiring grounding for Asian-American women.
What Kappa Means to Us
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I’ve always had a hard time finding my place in social circles. I wanted people to see me as a tomboy, but I wanted to be able to hang out with girls and I wanted to be considered in the cool crowd. It took me a very long time to understand that #WhereIBelong was just with people that accepted me for the quirky and geeky person that I am. I didn’t need to mold myself into people’s lives. I’ve found that in my current group of friends and the people that I have come across during my time as a sister of #KappaPhiLambda and I could not be happier.
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My sisters are the people that are there to celebrate my triumphs and see me through my struggles. It’s more than friendship; it’s a bond that transcends race, religion, age, background, and way of life. It’s finding an unconditional love in the most unexpected people. It’s the comfort in knowing that no matter where you find yourself in life, you will always have a home with your sisters.
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We, the sisters of the Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated, strive to strengthen Sisterhood amongst women by providing Service and promoting Cultural Diversity to our members and our community, thus securing the bond of kinship for posterity. Kappa Phi Lambda exists to further educate individuals about Pan-Asian culture, while keeping our own identities. We aim for academic excellence, keeping in mind the importance of education and learning as the key to strength, awareness, and fulfillment.
Our Pillars
Sisterhood
Although it is difficult to describe, the bond of sisterhood is a common light that burns passionately in each sister. We embrace a unique relationship based on friendship, respect, and a shared vision. Wherever we go, and no matter how long ago we were initiated, each sister is connected and important to the sorority.
Service
Contributing to the community and supporting important causes are core values of Kappa Phi Lambda. We place a heavy emphasis on service and are committed to giving back to our communities. We also uphold strong ideals of philanthropy adopting CARE, a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty as our national philanthropy.
Cultural Diversity
Although we are an Asian/Asian American interest sorority, by no means are we non-Asian exclusive. We believe that by educating our community and our members about the beauty and complexity of Pan-Asian cultural heritage, we uphold the importance of understanding all cultures and enriching multiculturalism.
Fun Facts
22
Years Since Founding
27
Active Schools
3292
Sisters Worldwide
3.3
Average National GPA
Latest News
National Board Update RE: Anti-Sexual Violence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: *TRIGGER WARNING: REFERENCES TO SEXUAL VIOLENCE National Board Update RE: Anti-Sexual Violence Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. does not condone any form of sexual violence, misconduct or harassment towards anyone. Sexual violence can include but are not limited to physical abuse, mental/verbal abuse, and sexual and gender-based violence. As an organization founded …..
Statement on Anti-Black Racism, Taking Accountability, and Moving Forward
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Statement on Anti-Black Racism, Taking Accountability, and Moving Forward Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc., condemns all forms of discrimination or violence against any of our Black or African American Sisters or members of the Black community. As an organization founded on the pillar of Cultural Diversity, we stand in solidarity with the …..
Statement on UNR Chapter
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Statement on UNR Chapter June 26, 2020 — On Thursday, June 25th, allegations regarding sexual harassment and sexual misconduct involving members at our Alpha Theta Chapter at the University of Nevada, Reno was publicly shared on a Twitter account.The National Board of Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. is aware of these allegations. …..