Gamma Phi Beta

President's Message

Hi everyone! My name is Mia Labrador, and I have the incredible privilege of serving as the Chapter President of Gamma Phi Beta.​

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I joined the Delta Psi chapter in the Spring of 2024. Like many others, I spent my freshman year at UCSB overwhelmed and worried I wouldn’t find the lifelong friends everyone dreams of. I wasn’t just looking for a social circle; I was looking for a group of women who would celebrate who I was then, while challenging me to become the person I wanted to be by graduation and beyond. I am eternally grateful to have found that in Gamma Phi.

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While every sorority has a mission statement, what makes GPhi unique is how we translate our four core values, Love, Labor, Learning, and Loyalty, into our day-to-day lives. To me, "Labor" isn't just work; it’s the way my sisters show up for one another with support during finals week or while preparing for interviews. "Love" isn't just giving a shoulder to cry on when life feels heavy; it’s the endless coffee chats I’ve been invited to when I briefly mentioned I was having a rough week or feeling homesick. 

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We are a collection of driven, bright women who believe that everyone has their own unique place and purpose in our space. Whether we are supporting each other's professional ambitions or cheering each other on through personal milestones, this sisterhood acts as a mirror, reflecting the best versions of ourselves to us.

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Our commitment to Building Strong Girls has become so much more than philanthropic efforts. I’m especially proud that our chapter’s initiative led to the establishment of the Girls on the Run council right here on the Central Coast.

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Whether we’re coaching young girls through their first race during the Girls on the Run 5k, hosting the Isla Vista community for our annual Pancake Breakfast, or on the field cheering on kickball teams at Moonball, our philanthropy is the heartbeat of our chapter. It’s how we turn our internal bond into a positive force that gives back to our community.

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As I head into my final year at UCSB, I realize that Gamma Phi Beta didn’t just give me friends, it gave me a family and a sense of purpose. Joining the Panhellenic community changed the trajectory of my college experience, and I truly believe it can do the same for you. I can’t wait to welcome you to Gamma Phi at UCSB! 

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In IIKE,

Mia Labrador
Chapter President
Gamma Phi Beta - Delta Psi Chapter
ucsb.gammaphi.president@gmail.com (mailto:ucsb.gammaphi.mvp@gmail.com)