ΠΛΧ was the result of the hard work and effort of fourteen unique young ladies who found that existing campus groups did not fully meet their needs. Some women believed it would be founded to build a support system to help overcome the obstacles a Latina must overcome in higher education and in life. Others envisioned it as the beginning of the Latina contribution to the ethnic Greek system already in place. Some saw it as an academic support network, while still others saw it as an opportunity to unite Latinas on campus and help promote education in the Latino community. Community service in the Latino community, teaching and promoting awareness of Latina culture, sisterhood, and embracing their uniqueness were all things these women strove to include in the organization they were creating. What they felt most in their hearts was the importance of building a bridge across the rough waters of life for the Pi Lambda Chi sisters yet to attend college and even those yet to be born. Visit our website to learn more!
