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.
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
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.