DELTA SIGMA THETA

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded on January 13, 1913 at Howard University by 22 young gifted college women, who dedicated themselves towards the promotion of social welfare, academic excellence and cultural enrichment. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. is the largest African- American Greek letter organization consisting of over 195,000 members worldwide. With a strong base of the membership in the teaching profession, Delta has long recognized the need for Negro youth to better prepared for the world of work.

The Alpha Eta Chapter was founded at Virginia State University on January 10,1929. Today the members still uphold those same principles and ideas through their numerous community service projects such as School America and The Buddy System at Central State Hospital. With a strong base of the membership in the teaching profession, Delta has long recognized the need for Negro Youth to be better prepared for the world of work.   The members of the Alpha Eta Chapter diligently promote their motto;” Intelligence is the torch of wisdom”. The colors are crimson and cream.

                Contact Information: Headquarters: 1707 New Hampshire, N. W.                                                                                             Washington, D.C. 20009