ACTIVE FLOOR

ROMANA PAZ

President

Class: Alpha Gamma

Major: Sociology

Hometown: Modesto, CA

Why I joined ΣΑΖ: Coming to college I told myself that I was not going to join a sorority because of the stereotypes that movies would show but that was before I joined Sigma Alpha Zeta. Sigma Alpha Zeta is a home away from home. It has helped me boost my confidence and be a strong Sigma Woman. I have gained leadership skills

MARITZA RIVAS

Vice President

Class: Alpha Eta
Major: Behavioral Science

Hometown: East LA
Obsession: Coffee. Literally any kind I love it all!
Why ΣAZ? I don’t think I would’ve found a group of more supportive and loyal women anywhere else. Everything felt right from the moment I was starting the process with ΣAZ and I knew this is where I wanted to be. I am so grateful to be surrounded by beautiful, loving, and strong women and to be one of them myself. Till the end.

ALEJANDRA PEREZ

Treasurer

Class: Alpha Gamma
Major: Biology
Hometown: Stockton
Fun Fact: Whenever I eat, I do a little dance
What has ΣΑΖ taught me: Sigma Alpha Zeta has taught me to become a more confident women. It has given me so many experiences in leadership and has made me more comfortable with public speaking. The amount of support and love these girls have given me is unexplainable and for that I love my Sigma Alpha Zeta till the end. Stay Poppin!

DIANA MANOSALVA

Secretary

Class: Alpha Gamma
Major: Aerospace Engineering
Hometown: Covina, CA.
Fun Fact: I was born in Colombia moved to SoCal when I was 3.
Why I love ΣΑΖ: ΣΑΖ has taught me that it is okay to be different and that you do not need to please everyone or make everyone happy as long as you are. It has taught me to speak up for myself and stand for what I believe and when things go bad I have learned to shake it off and keep going because “everything happens for a reason”.

CECILIA GUERRERO

Sisterhood Chair

Class: Alpha Epsilon
Major: Health Science/Nursing
Hometown: Santa Ynez, CA
Why I love ΣΑΖ: As soon as I met the girls felt comfortable, i felt at home. They all made me feel welcome. I saw how confident and strong these women were. I wanted the same confidence and strength. Sigma Alpha Zeta has made me a better, stronger and fearless person. I found a sisterhood and support system that will last me a lifetime. Sigma Alpha Zeta has been one of the best decisions I have made.

YASMINE PALOMINO

Governess & Social Chair

Class: Alpha Eta

Major: Public Relations

Hometown: Apple Valley, CA

Why ΣΑΖ: I chose to pledge for ΣAZ because at the time I wanted to do more for myself. I wanted to be a part of something bigger and become a well rounded person. ΣAZ allowed me to do that and Im thankful for the process. I'm proud to be a sister of ΣAZ and I wouldn't see it any other way

NATALIE HERRERA

Community Service Committee

Class: Alpha Eta

Major: Sociology, Concentration in Community Change

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Why ΣΑΖ? Why not?? I wanted to do something I normally wouldn’t do. I went to their informational and I got hooked. I loved their confidence and how they made their presence known. Their pillars and concepts were very important to me and I loved how they focused on women empowerment. Along the way, I met strong minded women that have pushed me to surpass my limits. The relationships I’ve made are so full of support, laughter, trust, and honesty and I wouldn’t trade this for anything.

ADRIANNA GARRIBAY

Webmistress & Fundraising Committee

Class: Alpha Eta

Major: Kinesiology

Hometown: Salinas, CA

Why ΣAZ? I chose to join a sorority to find a home away from home. Everything about Sigma Alpha Zeta stood out to me and I became determined to join.
Academics, community service, and sisterhood are all things I care for which ignited my passion for SAZ. Since becoming a sister, I have grown as a person to become a strong, professional, and caring Sigma sister. I truly see myself growing much further with ΣAZ & I can’t wait to begin the journey.

SAMARIA SOLIS

Historian & Sisterhood Committee

Class: Alpha Eta
Major: Public Health Concentration in Administration
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Why ΣAZ?: ΣAZ is the puzzle piece I didn’t know I was missing. I wanted to be more involved on campus I was immediately welcomed with open arms. I love being surrounded by nothing but strong sigma women that helped me become a better version of myself and break out of my comfort zone. I have gained the biggest support group that I could ever imagine and I’m forever grateful to be part of this beautiful, genuine sisterhood.

SAMANTHA LEE

Active Member

Class: Alpha Alpha
Major: Nutrition with a concentration in Dietetics
Hometown: San Francisco
Fun Fact: I love to travel; I have visited 9 countries and 6 states.
What has ΣΑΖ taught me: Through my years of being a sister, I have learned many skills that develop me academically, professionally, and personally. Sigma Alpha Zeta has taught me how to better manage my time, prioritize my academics, and become more confident in myself. I have gained many sisters since joining whom I can trust no matter the situation.

ROSEMARY RAMOS

Community Service Chair

Class: Alpha Epsilon
Major: History
Hometown: Orange, CA
Fun Fact: I have my AA-T degree in History and I still have one out of two of my birthmarks
What has ΣΑΖ taught you: Coming to San Jose as a transfer student I didn’t really know anyone so establishing friendships was hard not only in the classroom but also outside. What ΣΑΖ has taught me is to push myself out of my comfort zone by always keeping an open mind. Gaining confidence has been one of the accomplishments that have been made possible thanks to the support I receive from my sisters. What I have also learned through ΣΑΖ is that contribution comes in anyway shape or form because it’s not always about the quantity but the quality.

FATIMA SAHAGUN

New Member Educator

Class: Chi
Major: Art Education
Hometown: Palm Springs
What has ΣΑΖ taught me: This organization made me feel welcomed since the beginning. I got to meet some of the girls before I moved to San Jose and they were all so nice and welcoming. I learned leadership and communication skills that I will carry with me for a lifetime. I feel because of the strong independent women I am surrounded by, it pushes me to stay focused on any goal I set my mind too.

PALOMA ZAMUDIO

Alumni Advisor

Class: Alpha Epsilon
Major: Political Science
Hometown: East Palo Alto, CA
Fun Fact: I’m more likely to follow dog instagram accounts (especially golden retrievers) than celebrities or friends.
What has ΣΑΖ taught me: Through ΣΑΖ I have gained confidence in myself and my abilities to do more than what I originally think I am capable of. I am grateful that I have found an amazing support system within ΣΑΖ where I am inspired everyday with the work ethic that my sisters put into both Sigma Alpha Zeta and their education.