Our Three Lovely Founders
Delta Gamma offers to women of all ages a rich heritage based on principles of personal integrity, personal responsibility, and intellectual honesty. Its primary purpose is to foster high ideals of friendship, promote educational and cultural interests, create a true sense of social responsibility, and develop the finest qualities of character among college-aged women.
Delta Gamma was founded on Christmas Eve of 1873 at the Lewis School for Girls in Oxford, Mississippi. Anna Boyd Ellington, Mary Comfort Leonard, and Eva Webb Dodd sought to create a group of women with strong principles, lasting friendships, and love and consideration for mankind.
Delta Gamma was one of the seven charter members of the National Panhellenic Conference when the first inter-sorority meeting was held in Boston. In 1985 the Epsilon Psi chapter of Delta Gamma was installed at Rutgers University. The chapter was established on Mine Street, and in the summer of 2006 relocated to College Avenue. The chapter now resides in the beautiful house of 78 College Ave. The house is a home to all members, and up to 35 women reside there during the school year. Delta Gamma is among the oldest of women's fraternities. More than 190,000 members have been initiated at the rate of 5,000 each year. Delta Gamma is established on over 140 college campuses across the United States and Canada.
FUN FACTS
Founded: December 25, 1873
Colors: Bronze, Pink, & Blue
Symbol: The Anchor (stands for Hope)
Nickname: DeeGee
Motto: "Do Good"
Flower: Cream Colored Rose
Mascot: Hannah
Philanthropy: Service for Sight
About Epsilon Psi | Frquently Asked Questions | Why do our sisters love being a Delta Gamma? Hear it from them! |
| Epilson Psi is the Rutgers Chapter of Delta Gamma, established in 1985. The Epsilon Psi chapter is recognized throughout the Greek community at Rutgers as an outstanding chapter. Our sisters are members of various organizations on campus, creating a true sense of diverse interests. We are very dedicated to giving back to our community. Delta Gamma has its own foundation, Service for Sight, which raises money and awareness for the blind and visually impaired. We host various educational and philanthropic events, such as Sight Night, Anchor Bake, and our annual philanthropic event, Anchor Splash, to support our foundation. Our chapter participates in the Adopt-a-Family program with RWJUH, and we further support this program through our large involvement with Rutgers Dance Marathon. For the past eleven years, we have proudly raised the most money for the Embrace Kids Foundation, and all money raised goes directly to support children with cancer and bone and blood disorders. With a rich history and a promising future, our wonderful sisterhood is only the beginning of the opportunities Delta Gamma brings. Joining Epsilon Psi starts a bond at Rutgers that will truly last a lifetime. | What is Delta Gamma’s policy on hazing? There is a zero tolerance policy for hazing of any form at Delta Gamma. We are committed to educating our new members on our history and the promise of our future. Through promoting the sisterhood and strengthening the bonds we share, we believe that our new members can become leaders both in our chapter and beyond. What are the requirements for becoming a member of Delta Gamma? To become a sister, we require a Rutgers woman to hold a minimum 2.5 GPA, both cumulative and prior semester. We require members to complete a minimum of 5 hours of community service per semester, specifically in aid of the blind and visually impaired. Will joining Delta Gamma affect my GPA? Delta Gamma fully supports each member’s academic career. We promote excellence through scholarships and study hours. New members will work directly with our Director of Scholarship. How much does it cost to join Delta Gamma? New member dues are around $600. Of course, this does not have to be paid all at once! Our Vice President of Finance will be more than happy to create a payment plan to meet each new member’s individual financial needs. Are there a lot of meetings and obligations that are a part of joining Delta Gamma? At the beginning of every semester, a calendar of our events will be provided. Our weekly meeting is held every Sunday at 6pm. We also have various “anchored” mandatory events that are connected with our philanthropy and community service. | “Joining Delta Gamma allowed me to find a place where I truly felt at home. At a university that can feel as big as a country, DG created somewhere that I have found friends I know will last forever. The bonds I have made here will carry over long after I graduate, and I know these women will be there for me no matter where life takes me.” -Linda Ribakusky, Class of 2011 “After walking in the door of Delta Gamma for the first time, I knew that I wanted to become a part of Epsilon Psi. All of the amazing philanthropic work we do on campus will have an effect on our community long after we become alumnae. “ -Rachel Clark, Class of 2012 “Delta Gamma has enriched my life in ways that cannot be described. For me, it has been a place where dreams are shared and goals are realized. I share a bond with my sisters and am comforted knowing they will always be there. It's treasured, its sacred but most of all...its real.” -Shirel Amar, Class of 2011 |