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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.


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: Isabella Nardotti

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


Delta Gamma 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

Standards of Fraternal Excellence

Standing: Three-Star Chapter 94/100

Health and Safety Summit, Greek Leadership Summit, Bystander Intervention Workshop, Chapter Officer Workshops, Cross Council Exchange, New Member Health and Safety Module, Headquarters Program(s), Risk Management Program, DEI Program, Program with another chapter from another council, & program with another Registered Student Organization or Department.

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: 10.36 hours/member

2023 Philanthropic Donations: $30,338.98 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.