Lambda Kappa Sigma | |
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ΛΚΣ | |
Founded | October 14, 1913 Massachusetts College of Pharmacy |
Type | Professional |
Affiliation | PFA |
Former Affiliation | PPA |
Status | Active |
Emphasis | Pharmacy |
Scope | International |
Motto | Esse Quam Videri ("To be, rather than to seem") |
Colors | Old gold and Columbia blue |
Symbol | Caduceus |
Flower | Yellow Chrysanthemum |
Mascot | Lamb |
Patron Greek divinity | Hygieia |
Publication | The Blue and Gold Triangle and LinKS |
Philanthropy | Project Hope |
Chapters | 29 collegiate, 17 alumni |
Members | 30,000+ lifetime |
Headquarters | S77 W16906 Casey Drive Muskego, Wisconsin 53150 United States |
Website | www |
Lambda Kappa Sigma (ΛΚΣ or LKS) is an international pharmacy fraternity headquartered in Muskego, Wisconsin. Founded in 1913, it t was created to promote the profession of pharmacy among women and advance women within the profession. LKS is the oldest and largest professional pharmacy fraternity for women in the world. Lambda Kappa Sigma has initiated more than 30,000 members and has 45 chartered chapters. It also has 36 chartered alumni groups internationally.