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History

     On October 24th, 1902, six young women at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, came together to form a sorority. These six women believed in a lifetime of sisterhood based on cherished ideals that they collectively shared. Delta Zeta was the first sorority to be formed at Miami University, at the time a primarily male dominated university!

          Today, Delta Zeta has grown to one of the largest sororities with over 260,000 active members, 165 collegiate chapters, and 250 alumnae chapters across the United States and Canada. 

Facts 

Founded: October 24, 1902 Miami University, Oxford, Ohio
Founders: Alfa Lloyd, Mary Collins, Anna Keen, Julia Bishop, Mabelle Minton, and Anne Simmons
Colors: Rose and green
Flower: Pink Killarney rose
Jewel: Diamond
Badge: Roman Lamp
Mascot: Turtle

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