Q&A with Sicilia Oseguera

Theta Chi Chapter at California State University - Sacramento

In celebration of Women's History Month 2026, we're talking to several Phi Sigma Sigma sisters to share their stories, advice and how our sisterhood made a lasting impact in their lives. Read more stories, here.

What drew you to Phi Sigma Sigma?

I joined my sophomore year, in the spring of 2023.

When I thought about sorority life, I never thought it would be something I would do. I only went to one COB event, but I talked with sisters for hours while I was there. I remember my face and mouth hurting from smiling and talking. It just really felt like home when I was talking to the sisters. They made me feel very comfortable and I could imagine what it might feel like after a couple years of getting to know everybody.

I was looking for a friendship I never thought I could really have, and being in a group of women who uplift you, empower you and have the same values as you really hit hard for me. When you're coming out of high school and into college, you don't really know yourself or know your values but when you join a sorority you find those values, and I really connected with Phi Sigma Sigma. It was something really powerful for me.

Tell us about your time as a collegian. You were in the Emerging Leader program, but what was your involvement within your chapter?

Leadership has always been important to me. When I joined, there was an open position on our executive board — Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. So, I jumped right in to that. I was Vice Archon my second year and served as Archon during my final year. I was on the recruitment committee as well, which definitely opened my eyes to some things that were awesome to see. It's been a huge step in communicating with people and developing interviewing skills.

I did the Emerging Leader program the summer after I joined. I traveled to New Jersey, which was an awesome experience. I loved meeting sisters from all over the country.

Going through the Emerging Leader program, I really learned how to work with people one-on-one, how to handle difficult situations when they come up and how to be successful as a team when there are so many different personalities you're working with.

The Emerging Leader program pushed me to find my leadership style, I guess you could say. I've always loved being a leader, but never got to dial into the "why" behind it, and I think that's what the Emerging Leader program helped me with.

During my time as a collegian, I was the recipient of the Sigma Society Award and a winner of the Theta Chi Chapter Educational Fund scholarship. I was also Miss California International (2025) and Gold Award recipient of The President's Volunteer Service Award.

Do you have a favorite memory from your time as a collegian?

As Archon, I got to plan the retreat for my chapter. This past fall, in 2025, we went to South Lake Tahoe, which is a little bit of a drive for us, but it's something our chapter has always wanted to do.

We were able to fit all 50 of our sisters into a hotel room, and I remember all of us being in there together. It was really cozy, all the girls were laughing and having snacks — really bonding with each other. I just stopped to really take in that moment because it's hard to find a group of 50 women coming together, bonding with each other, being so vulnerable with one another, and it was just awesome to see that.

What does life look for you now that you've graduated?

I graduated cum laude with a bachelor of science in psychology. My dream goal is to get a doctorate, so I'm currently applying for grad school programs. After that, I'll be working toward my doctorate in industrial organizational psychology, working with businesses, the psychological aspects of business within psychology. And I feel like the sorority really helps me with that, too — with learning how to manage others and things like that. So, I'm very excited for that!

I'm also working for my school district at home as an AVID tutor (Advancement Via Individual Determination). AVID is a college preparatory program. Something that I really connected on with Phi Sig is that our philanthropy is school and college readiness. That's always been something that's very close to my heart. Being able to give back as an AVID tutor has been very rewarding for me.

As a new alum, how are you staying connected to your chapter sisters and fraternity as a whole?

I joined the alumnae chapter pretty quickly after I graduated, and I became the social chair. I just planned a Galentine's event which was super fun. I'm also very connected with some of the members in my fam line. And, I've been attending chapter events for their philanthropy week. I'm staying connected to both the collegiate and alumnae chapter, which has been awesome.

What advice would you give to a brand new member?

Step out of your comfort zone and try new things you're scared of; you're never going to get this time back. Being in those leadership roles, and just being in sorority, is going to give you experiences you never thought you could have.

Getting leadership experience in Phi Sig will set you up for your life outside of college, and I think that's super important. And, really taking the time to enjoy it each day when you're hanging out with your sisters. The time goes by so fast and you're going to miss it so much when you do end up graduating.

Also, embodying the values of Phi Sigma Sigma throughout college and getting involved with other things on campus that might help you step out of your comfort zone, because you're going to have your sisters cheering you on along the way. So, never be afraid to try everything at least once.

Ultimately, nothing lasts forever, so enjoy every moment with your sisters, create memories that will last a lifetime, never take for granted the small moments and live in the moment!