Zeta Tau Alpha is a sorority that focuses on fostering sisterhood, academic success, and meaningful community involvement.
The chapter is well-known for its dedication to breast cancer education and awareness, partnering with national organizations and hosting fundraising initiatives to support the cause. Zeta Tau Alpha at UT Knoxville creates an inclusive and supportive environment where members are encouraged to develop as leaders, pursue academic goals, and build lifelong friendships. Through their philanthropy, service activities, and campus involvement, the sisters of Zeta Tau Alpha make a positive impact both at UT Knoxville and in the broader community. Their commitment to service, leadership, and sisterhood makes Zeta Tau Alpha an integral part of the Greek life experience on Rocky Top.
Chapter Name: Zeta Tau Alpha
Designation: Tennessee Zeta Chapter
Nickname: Zeta, ZTA
Colors: Turquoise Blue and Steel Gray
Symbols/Mascots: Five-Pointed Crown, Strawberry, and White Violet
Philanthropy: Breast Cancer Awareness
National Founding: October 15, 1898 at State Female Normal School (now Longwood University)
UT Founding: 1904
Standing at UT: Good Standing: Three Star
Chapter GPA: 3.5
President: Lily Maikkula
Recommendation Letter for Recruitment: Click here for more information regarding recommendation letters.
Minimum GPA Requirement for Recruitment: 3.20 for entering freshmen; 3.0 for current college students
Standards of Fraternal Excellence
Standing: Three-Star Chapter 100/100
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: 21.31 hours/member
2023 Philanthropic Donations: $58,851 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.