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Delta Zeta (ΔΖ)

Delta Zeta is a sorority that values sisterhood, academic excellence, and community service.

The chapter is passionate about their national philanthropy, supporting the Starkey Hearing Foundation and promoting hearing and speech awareness through fundraising and volunteer efforts. At UT Knoxville, Delta Zeta fosters a positive and inclusive environment where members are encouraged to grow as leaders, excel in their academic pursuits, and build lifelong friendships. The sisters of Delta Zeta are actively involved in campus life, balancing service, social activities, and personal development. Through their dedication to service and leadership, Delta Zeta members make a meaningful impact on both the campus and the broader Knoxville community, embodying the Volunteer spirit.

 

Several members of Delta Zeta smiling for a Valentine's Day photoshoot. They are all outside and wearing pink, red, and white outfits.

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Chapter Name: Delta Zeta

Designation: Beta Lambda Chapter

Nickname: Dee Zee

Colors: Rose and Green

Symbols/Mascots: Turtle and Killarney Rose

Philanthropy: Starkey Hearing Foundation, SeriousFun Children’s Network, American Society for Deaf Children, Tennessee School for the Deaf, and UT Audiology and Speech Pathology

National Founding: October 24, 1902 at Miami University

UT Founding: 1933

Standing at UT: Good Standing: Three Star

Chapter GPA: 3.47

President: Reese Butler

Recommendation Letter for Recruitment: Click here to access the recommendation form.

Minimum GPA Requirement for Recruitment: 3.0 for entering freshmen; 3.0 for current college students


Members of Delta Zeta laying in the front room of their sorority house. They are all wearing cream and green dresses and holding white roses.

Seven national members of Delta Zeta squishing in for a group photo.

Two local members of Delta Zeta posing outside of their sorority house within Sorority Village. One girl is on the other girl's back. They are both wearing orange Tennessee football jerseys.


Standards of Fraternal Excellence

2024 Standing: Three-Star Chapter 92/100

  • Education: 25/27
  • Academics: 6/6
  • Administration: 32/32
  • Civic Engagement: 5/5
  • Excellence: 24/30

Delta Zeta Dues (Per Semester)

Housing

  • Meals: 1/week

Dues

  • Chapter Dues: $360
  • House Fee: $760

One-Time Fees

  • New Member: $243

Total Per Semester: $1,363

Housing

  • Meals: 1/week

Dues

  • Chapter Dues: $400
  • House Fee: $682

Total Per Semester: $1,082

Housing

  • Rent: $3,000
  • Meal Plan: $1,680
  • Meals: 12/week

Dues

  • Chapter Dues: $400
  • House Fee: $388

Total Per Semester: $5,468

Housing

  • Meal Plan: $640
  • Meals: 4/week

Dues

  • Chapter Dues: $400
  • House Fee: $388

Total Per Semester: $1,428