Before joining delta, she worked as a business attorney for more than 25 years representing forprofit and nonprofit companies around the world. North harris county alumnae chapter was the first chapter chartered under gwendolyn k. Nhcac history north harris county alumnae chapter of. The application may also be obtained through high school counselors. In 1972 the sorority moved its headquarters to new hampshire ave. The tau sigma birmingham alumnae chapter of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. With the strength of those 22 women, the organization has grown to over 200,000 strong all over the world. The official page for delta sigma theta sorority, inc. July 30, 2018, cary, ncbased on her campaign platform to remain focused with 2020 vision, sigma gamma rho sorority, inc. These students wanted to use their collective strength to promote academic excellence and to provide assistance to those in need. Our founders marched in the historic suffrage march under the delta sigma theta banner.
This website is the sole property and responsibility of the century city alumnae chapter of. Though nonpartisan in nature and purpose, delta understands the importance of and the need for an informed electorate. Office of the executive director delta sigma theta. These young women wanted to use their collective strength to promote academic excellence. On february 18, 1968, sixteen 16 sorors chartered the delta sigma theta sorority, inc. We invite you to join us at our next public service project, program or chapter meeting. The first public act performed by the founders of delta sigma theta sorority. Sigma gamma rho sorority was founded by seven teachers on nov. May week is a national program of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. Delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated is an organization of college educated women committed to the constructive development of its members and public service with a focus on the black community. Delta sigma theta sorority, inc 53rd souvenir journal by dst.
Delta sigma theta sorority, inc 53rd souvenir journal by. In 1953, delta sigma theta was the first africanamerican organization to purchase a national headquarters site located at 1814 m st. About our programs brooklyn alumnae chapter, delta sigma theta. Welcome to the official website of delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated, detroit alumnae chapter, known as the detroit deltas. Lansing alumnae chapter delta sigma theta sorority, inc.
Almost three weeks ago, delta sigma theta sorority celebrated its centennial in its founding city, washington dc, as well as around the world. It was established at howard university in washington d. These jewels represent the foundation of our sorority. If you are thinking of joining the sorority then you need to know the history in order to become part of the future. The tau sigmabirmingham alumnae chapter of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. Aboutour history brooklyn alumnae chapter, delta sigma theta. Here ave maria, the lords prayer, or delta sigma theta may be sung by a soror. About us houston alumnae chapter began with the vision of seven serviceoriented women of delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated, and made history by becoming the first black greekletter organization to organize a chapter in houston, texas. The indianapolis alumnae chapter of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. The building, which is located at 1703, 1705, 1707, and 1709 new hampshire avenue northwest in washington, d. If a song is inserted here, the president must instruct candidates to be seated. Delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated is an organization of college educated women committed to constructive development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the black community. Honors and awards douglascarrollpaulding counties alumnae. Lansing alumnae is small in size and large in stature as demonstrated by the never ending drive to mentor young ladies in the greater lansing area and to provide scholarships to area youth.
Additionally, the history is published in two parts, from the charter date of may 29, 1931 through june 1979 and a supplement from august 1979 through semi. It is with pride that the sorors of the dynamic southern region join you at the 53rd national convention here in las vegas, nevada. The founders of delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated. The first sorority chapter was called the alpha chapter respectfully. On january, 19 on the campus of howard university, 22 female students founded delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated. Kappa delta sorority provides experiences that build confidence in women and inspire them to action through the power of lifelong friendship. Founded on january, 19 by twentytwo collegiate women at howard university, the sorority is currently a sisterhood of more than 200,000 predominately black college.
The focus of delta sigma theta is framed by the following fivepoint programmatic thrusts. In 1912, twentytwo undergraduates of the first african american sorority, alpha kappa alpha aka at howard university wanted to change the name of alpha kappa alpha to delta sigma theta to reflect the change in the philosophical underpinnings which was a move towards social activism of the group that was still present at howard. Delta is a nonprofit organization whose principles are sisterhood, leadership, and service. Feb 17, 2014 pictures of fraternity and sorority headquarters. May 14, 2018, cary, nc since its founding in 1922, sigma gamma rho sorority has performed community service activities to help improve the lives and environment of the community. January, 19 the first public act performed by the delta founders involved their participation in the womens suffrage march in washington d. Delta sigma theta fraternities and sororities wiki fandom. Chapter history milwaukee alumnae chapter of delta. Newport news alumnae chapter po box 5147 newport news, va 23605 this website is the sole property and responsibility of the newport news alumnae chapter of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. Delta sigma theta was founded on january, 19 provides assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world and is a sisterhood of predominantly black, collegeeducated women. With more than 275,000 members, kappa delta offers support for leadership development, personal growth, academic success and community service, all in the context of true friendship. The primary focus was to help young african american women help.
Chapter history delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated. Delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated is a, nonprofit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world founded on january, 19 by twentytwo collegiate women at howard university, the sorority is currently a sisterhood of more than 200,000 predominately black college educated. Office of the executive director delta sigma theta sorority. Southern i n 1983, twelve graduate deltas envisioned a need for a graduate chapter in meridian, ms. I am honored and humbled to serve as the 42 nd president of more than 750 dynamic and devasting, hard working and committed chapter members. In the spirit of our 22 illustrious founders, we are committed to redefining our purpose, and. From day one, the chapter immediately took its place as a community leader.
The african american sorority is part of the divine nine sororities and fraternities. In 1954, delta sigma theta became the first of the divine 9 organizations to purchase and occupy its own national headquarters site. Many of my friends, who are deltas, were posting photos on facebook, of themselves and their sorors, in a sea of red and making the delta triangle sign. A sisterhood of more than 200,000 predominately black college educated women, the sorority currently has over 900 chapters located in the united states, england, japan tokyo. See more ideas about fraternity, sorority and fraternity and sorority. An anthology of sisterhood was coedited by deltas, f. With every step you take and every dollar you raise, you help enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.
This anthology is a collection of more than 100 original poems, essays, short stories and lyrics commissioned from twentytwo women who are members of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. On saturday, may 12, 2018, professional sorority members of the local. Nhcac history on april 9, 2006, delta sigma theta sorority, inc. Rca became the second chapter in the columbia metropolitan area and the 867th chapter of delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated. No part of the sorority s activities shall be for propaganda purposes or otherwise attempting to influence legislation in a lobbying role. A notforprofit public service sorority, some of the worlds top professionals are members. Chapter history fourteen years ago, we embarked on a journey to build upon our sororitys remarkable legacy, and on april 14, 2018 the fulfillment of a highlyanticipated dream came true with the establishment of the first canadian chapter. Delta sigma theta sorority was founded on january, 19, by 22 collegiate women at howard university. On may 28, 1963, mulholland participated in the sitin at the woolworth lunch counter in downtown jackson with other activists, including anne moody, professor dr. Delta, one of four college sororities for african american women, was founded on january, 19, on the campus of howard university in washington, d. Nhcac history north harris county alumnae chapter of delta. In keeping with the mission of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. The lansing alumnae chapter of delta sigma theta sorority, inc.
This is a tribute to the 22 dynamic founders of delta sigma theta sorority, incorporated, founded january, 19 at howard university. These students wanted to use their collective strength. Greetings sorors of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. If you enjoy these pins, you might like to read by blog at.
Autism speaks walk is powered by the love of parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, relatives and support providers for people with autism. Founded on january, 19 by twentytwo collegiate women at howard university, the sorority is currently a sisterhood of more than 200,000 predominately black. The macon alumnae chapter of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. We all desire to reach their level of dignity, wisdom and integrity that they exemplify. For more information about the organization please visit the grand chapters of delta sigma theta sorority inc. In the beginnings of the establishment of alpha kappa alpha secrets, members defected and formed their own sorority and called it delta sigma theta. An illustrious and beautiful account of its history is recorded in a document titled. If you are a member of delta sigma theta sorority, inc.
The major programs of the sorority are based upon the organizations five point programmatic thrust. Grant, regional director of the blazing southwest region. John salter, and white tougaloo chaplain, reverend ed king. Detroit alumnae chapter delta sigma theta sisterhood. The chapters first community service projects were the diabetes walkathon, habitat for humanity, and the carolina. Delta dears meet once a month to fellowship and engage in sisterhood. Delta sigma theta sorority is founded at howard university. It was a moment none of us will soon forget, but now the real work begins. Contact us baltimore metropolitan alumnae chapter of. Delta sigma theta is a notfor profit greeklettered sorority of collegeeducated women dedicated to public service with an emphasis on programs that target the african americancommunity. Dedicated to our sisterhood, service to our community, true to our purpose.
About delta sigma theta delta sigma theta sorority, inc. Two years later, she became the first white member to pledge delta sigma theta, sorority inc. Jan 28, 2020 delta sigma theta was founded on january, 19 provides assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world and is a sisterhood of predominantly black, collegeeducated women. In march of 19, the founders of delta sigma theta sorority, inc. Mar 4, 2020 my love of everythings associated with dst see more ideas about delta sigma theta, theta and sorority. Delta sigma theta sorority inc building one foundation. Houston alumnae, under the leadership of jona sargent, is proud to share its rich. In order to proceed with the vision, the group applied for a charter with delta sigma theta sorority, inc. Breakfield and dcp member denise wells, on the right. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. You will observe that there are nine jewels in the sigma of our emblem. Home national site regional site contact admin webmail.