Delta Zeta
Date founded: October 24,
1902
Date chartered at USF: April 23,
1983
Chapter at USF: Xi Lambda
Colors: Old Rose and Vieux Green
Symbol: Turtle and
Kilarney Rose
Philanthropy: The Speech and
Hearing Impaired
National website: http://www.deltazeta.org/
Overview: The
Xi Lambda Chapter of Delta Zeta at the University of San Francisco is made up of
well-rounded and diverse young women.
Whether playing in our own intramural DZ dodge ball league, volunteering
in philanthropic works either domestically and abroad, excelling in leadership
positions on and off campus, or simply being there for each other while
cramming for finals, our members live out our organization’s values every day.
“The purpose of this sorority shall
be to unite its members in the bonds of sincere and lasting friendship, to
stimulate one another in the pursuit of knowledge, to promote the moral and
social culture of its members, and to develop plans for guidance and unity in
action; objects worthy of the highest aim and purpose of associated effort.”
President contact: Holly Eserk, hjeserk@dons.usfca.edu
Pi Kappa Phi
Date Founded: December 10, 1904
Date Chartered at USF: Fall 2012
Colors: Gold, White, and Royal Blue
Symbol: Star Shield
Philanthropy: Push America
National website: www.pikapp.org
Overview: BECOME A FOUNDING FATHER! Anyone can join a social fraternity, but building your own is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. From budgets to brotherhood, you make the decisions; you set the rules; you start the traditions. And along the way, you’ll also build lifelong friendships. In Pi Kappa Phi, you’ll find some of the most innovative opportunities in the fraternity community. As a brother you’ll have exclusive access to a host of leadership development programs, scholarships, academic resources, and an extensive alumni network. And through Push America-the only national philanthropy to be established by a fraternity-you’ll have the opportunity to spend the summer cycling across the country for people with disabilities. This is your chance to leave a lasting impression on your university and truly impact people. As a founding father of Pi Kappa Phi you’ll indelibly leave your mark on campus and influence the lives of men who will follow in your footsteps.
Contact: Douglas Phillips, dcphillips@dons.usfca.edu
Alpha Kappa Alpha
Date founded: January 15, 1908
Date chartered at USF: May 19, 1973
Chapter at USF: Eta Sigma
Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green
Symbol: Ivy Leaf
Philanthropy: Mentoring Young Women
National website: http://www.aka1908.com
Overview: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) is an international service organization that was founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. in 1908. It is the oldest Greek-lettered organization established by African-American college-educated women. Alpha Kappa Alpha is comprised of a nucleus of 260,000 members in graduate and undergraduate chapters in the United States, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Caribbean, Canada, Japan, Germany, Korea, and on the continent of Africa. Its membership is comprised of distinguished women who boast excellent academic records, proven leadership skills, and are involved in the global community through advocacy and service. Alpha Kappa Alpha has dedicated itself to improving the quality of life for citizens worldwide and promoting peace. The Eta Sigma Chapter of AKA was founded at USF on Lone Mountain in 1973.
President contact: Jade Seto, jaseto@dons.usfca.edu
Delta Sigma Theta
Date founded: January 13,
1913
Date chartered at USF: March 19,
2005
Chapter at USF: Tau Tau
Colors: Crimson and Cream
Symbol: Lady Fortitude
Philanthropy: Mary Help of the
Sick Mission Hospital
National website: http://www.deltasigmatheta.org/
Overview: Delta
Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated was founded on January 13, 1913 on the campus of Howard
University. We are an organization of college educated women working together
to change lives in our communities through scholarship, sisterhood, and
service. There are currently over 950 chapters across the United States of
America and abroad in places such as Japan, Korea, and the Virgin Islands.
Tau Tau Chapter was the first Black
Greek lettered organization to be chartered on the University of San Francisco
campus. Tau Tau chapter upholds the standards set forth by our 22 founders
while achieving academic excellence and participating in community service in
the Greater San Francisco area.
President contact: Georgette Nze, gnze@dons.usfca.edu
Lambda Theta Phi
Date founded: December 1,
1975
Date chartered at USF: February
10, 2007
Chapter at USF: Gamma Zeta
Colors: Brown and White
Symbol: White Carnation
Philanthropy: American Heart Association
National website: http://www.lambda1975.org/
Overview: On December 1, 1975 fourteen men created an organization
founded on the ideals of: Academic Excellence, Brotherhood, Leadership, Latino Unity.
and Service. On a daily basis, our brothers live up to these ideals, as set forth
by fourteen young Latino men decades ago. At the undergraduate level, our
brothers are active within the Fraternity and in other student organizations.
Our brothers perform community service, promote our culture by sponsoring
events, which highlight and celebrate our heritage, participate in educational
workshops, and enjoy many social programs. As a result of their active
participation in every aspect of college life, our undergraduates are
developing their organizational, communication, and leadership skills, all
while pursuing the coveted diploma. Known as the Lambdas nationwide, our hard
work and perseverance comes from receiving the training and competence at a
national level to serve as the future leaders of our brotherhood, community,
and nation. Since our founding, Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity Inc. has
established chapters in every region of the country at both the undergraduate
and professional levels. Our brotherhood continues to provide the necessary
skills and resources for the advancement and empowerment of our people and for
the betterment of this nation. Our illustrious history is not only our past but
also our guiding light to the future. As the first Latino organization, we
overcame many obstacles. Not having much guidance in our formative stages, we
persevered and became stronger. Lambda is the product of vision, strength, and
unity. Our history serves as a legacy and testament to our accomplishments and
greatness.
President contact: Adam Molina, aamolina@dons.usfca.edu
Lambda Theta Nu
Date founded: March 11,
1986
Date chartered at USF: June 21,
2007
Chapter at USF: Alpha Zeta
Colors: Silver, Burgundy, and
White
Symbol: Rose
Philanthropy: Tijeras
National website: http://www.lambdathetanu.org/
Overview: The Purpose of Lambda
Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. shall be to open doors of opportunity to the Latinas of
our community. Our primary focus is academic excellence and meeting the needs
of Latina women in higher education. Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. also
promotes the advancement of Latinas through various campus activities and
community services, and provides an environment for personal growth within a
unit of Sisterhood. Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc.’s priorities, however, will
be placed on academic excellence and community service.
President contact: Raven Sanchez, alphazetapres@gmail.com
