THE HISTORY

of Delta Zeta

Delta Zeta was founded at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio on October 24, 1902. When Alfa Lloyd, Mary Collins, Anna Keen, Julia Bishop, Mabelle Minton and Anne Simmons came together in 1902 to form a social sorority, they had a vision of lifetime sisterhood. That vision has evolved to a nation of 220,000 alumnae and collegiate members.

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OUR FOUNDING SISTERS

Our Symbols

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Our creed represents the values in which each Delta Zeta lives by and strives to sustain in every way.

THE CREED

The Delta Zeta jewel is the diamond. Just like every one of our sisters, the diamond is strong, uniquely crafted and stunning.

JEWEL

The official Delta Zeta mascot is the turtle. The turtle represents the symbol of positive change and enrichment.

MASCOT

The official colors of Delta Zeta are Rose and Green.

COLORS

Our badge is comprised of an all gold. lamp on top of a winged Ionic column, with a diamond set at the spout of the lamp and four pearls on the capital of the column. Our Greek letters are inscribed on the lamp.

BADGE

DZ's flower is the pink Killarney rose. This rose is a true representation of the unique culture of Delta Zeta. It is a hybrid rose commonly thought to be extinct. It is also the first pink rose to be grown without thorns.

ROSE