Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is dedicated to public service, academic excellence, and empowering African American women.
The UT Knoxville chapter upholds this legacy of sisterhood, social justice, and community engagement. Members address issues like educational development, health advocacy, political involvement, and economic empowerment through various programs and service projects. These include voter registration drives, mentorship programs, and health awareness campaigns. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. also emphasizes academic achievement, supporting members in excelling academically and fostering leadership on campus and beyond, all while making a meaningful community impact.
Chapter Name: Delta Signa Theta Sorority, Inc.
Designation: Mu Zeta Chapter
Nickname: Deltas
Colors: Crimson and Cream
Symbols/Mascots: Elephant
Call: Oo-Oop
Philanthropy: Five-Point Programmatic Thrust
National Founding: January 13, 1913 at Howard University
UT Founding: May 21, 1975
Standing at UT: Good Standing: Three Star
Chapter GPA: 3.41
President: Autumn Hickerson
Standards of Fraternal Excellence
Standing: Three-Star Chapter 96/100
Maintaining a chapter scholarship program and chapter and new member GPA above a 2.5.
Roster submission, New Member Education Plans, Officer Updates, Advisor Updates, Council Meeting Attendance, Presidents’ Cabinet Meeting Attendance, VOLink Registration, OSFL Coaching Meetings, Financial Good Standing, & Conduct Standing
Completing at least 4 hours of service per member tracked through the Jones Center for Leadership and Service and hosting one philanthropic event:
2023 Service Hours Per Member: 19.28 hours/member
2023 Philanthropic Donations: $515 donated
Campus Involvement, Immersive Leadership and Service, Service Hours Over 4 Hours Per Member, Chapter GPA Above the All-Male/Female Average, Academic/Career/Leadership Program, DEI Program, Health & Safety Program, and End-Of-Year Meeting with OSFL Council Advisor.