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{{Infobox Fraternity
 
{{Infobox Fraternity
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|Name= Beta Omicron
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|Name= Delta Zeta
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|GreekSymbol= BO
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|GreekSymbol= ΔZ
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|Image= [[File:Beta_Omicron.jpg|200px]]
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|Image= [[File:Delta_Zeta.jpg|200px]]
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|Founded= {{start date and years ago|1904|05|11}}
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|Founded= {{start date and years ago|1932|11|04}}
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|College= [http://tulane.edu/ Tulane University], formerly H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial College of Tulane University
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|College= [https://www.coloradocollege.edu/ Colorado College]
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|Location= New Orleans, LA
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|Location= Colorado Springs, CO
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|Homepage= [http://www.wix.com/betaomicronkkg/tulanekkg Beta Omicron Homepage]
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|Homepage= [Delta Zeta Homepage]
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|Media= [http://wiki.kappakappagamma.org/index.php?title=Category:Beta_Omicron Media related to Beta Omicron Chapter]}}
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|Media= [https://wiki.kkg.org/index.php?title=Category:Delta_Zeta Media related to Delta Zeta Chapter]}}
  
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'''Tulane University (formerly Newcomb College of Tulane University) established in 1886, New Orleans, Louisiana'''
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'''Colorado College established 1874, Colorado Springs, Colorado'''
  
  
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'''Beta Omicron founded May 11, 1904 - 13 charter members'''
 
  
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'''Delta Zeta founded November 4, 1932'''
  
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'''2,678 initiates (as of June 2013)'''
 
  
  
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'''1,832 initiates (as of June 2018)'''
  
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'''Some of Beta Omicron's Outstanding Alumnae:'''
 
  
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'''Fraternity Council Members;'''
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'''Charter Members:''' Margaret Beatrice Bradfield, Betty Britain, Margaret Josephine Campbell, Dorothy Mabel Chamberlin, Isabel Gladys Conroy, Katherine Mary Herbert, Martha Hester Herbert, Ruth Laughlin, Georgia Charles Lindley, Dorothy Pauline Smith Pomeroy, Constance Postlethwaite, Adda Whaite Smith, Marion Ellen Tibbs, Eleanor Watts.
  
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'''Some of Delta Zeta’s Outstanding Alumnae:''' (If you have chapter alumnae who have received recognition in any of these three categories, please list them with the date(s) of recognition.)
  
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'''Fraternity Loyalty Award Recipients:'''
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'''Fraternity Council Members:'''
  
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Agnes Guthrie Favrot, 1966, longtime chapter adviser and former Fraternity Rose McGill Fund Chairman
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Leonna Dorlac (Lilljeberg), Field Secretary 1938-1941; Director of Chapters 1940-1942; Hazel Round Wagner, Director of Membership 1964-1966, Director of Philanthropies 1960-1964; Katherine McDonald, Traveling Consultant 1984-1985; Mary Clarke (Dixon), Traveling Consultant 1986-1987; Vera Lewis Marine, Coordinator for Chapter Development 1985, Director of Alumnae 1987-1992; Julie Marine Leshay, Treasurer 2004-2008, Vice President 2008-2010, President 2010-2014
  
  
  
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'''Loyalty Award:'''
  
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'''Fraternity Alumnae Achievement Award recipients:'''
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Vera Lewis Marine, 1998
  
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Elizabeth Aldrich Bridgeman, 1962, recognized for her work in petroleum technology
 
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Mary Seago Brooke, 1964, outstanding contributions in social work and mental health
 
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Ginnie Johansen Johnson, 1986, entrepreneur, artist
 
  
  
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'''Alumnae Achievement Award Recipients:'''
  
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'''Additional Outstanding Beta Omicron Alumnae:'''
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Jane Stevenson Day, Ph.D., 2000, Archaeologist; curator; lecturer
  
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Patricia Land (Stevens), Graduate Counselor 1947-1948; Christi Grizaffi (Swanson), Graduate Counselor 1982-1984; Rene Hedges (Courtney), Chapter Consultant 1984-1986; Gilly Chamberlain (Jaunet), Chapter Consultant 1985-1987; Ellen Maciejewski (Gordon), Chapter Consultant 1995-1997
 
  
  
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'''Additional Outstanding Delta Zeta Alumnae''':
  
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Leonna Dorlac (Lilljeberg), Graduate Counselor, 1935-1937; Phyllis Brothers Long, Graduate Counselor 1945-1946; Katherine McDonald, Chapter Consultant 1985-1987
  
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==The Early Years==
 
==The Early Years==
  
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The story of how Beta Omicron began has two versions—one in the 1930 History of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, and this one, told by charter members (as written in the History of Kappa Kappa Gamma, 1870–1976).  
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For years people said there would be no sororities on the Colorado College campus. When Alice Taylor Bemis donated the money for the women’s dormitory, Bemis Hall, she stipulated “no sorority houses.” In 1932, consultants on the reorganization of the college recommended national sororities, and the faculty unanimously approved, if “there be no change in the dormitory system.” Sororities came on campus, with lodges instead of houses, and all girls live in the dormitories.
  
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Pi Beta Phi was well established on the Sophie Newcomb campus. At a party in 1902, a Pi Phi’s brother, dressed as a girl, had the audacity to kiss one of the pledges. Her father made her break her pledge, so she gathered some friends together to form a new group. After consultation with prominent New Orleanians, Kappa was petitioned; and the group was turned down. Allegedly, the reason given was that well-bred southern girls did not go to college, but had governesses and tutors in their homes. So back went another petition. This time an officer was sent to look over the group. Sponsors and families did all they could do to entertain and impress, yet the group was rejected again. No one could believe it. This time the reason was that they were too social-minded. Yet they continued to want to be a part of the “best Fraternity.” They tried once more, and this time they were accepted.
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“It all started when” the literary societies appeared on this campus. A very special women’s literary group, the third oldest, Hypatia, was organized in 1903. Its activities, character, and offices were in such form in the early 1930s, that an easy transition to national society was permitted.
  
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On May 11, 1904, 13 young women became charter members of Beta Omicron, with one initiate and one pledge.
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Lucile Pattison Esmiol, Colorado, living in Colorado Springs, was approached by the college administration. She contacted Clara O. Pierce, Ohio State. Soon Marie Bryden Macnaughtan, Missouri, came to check the situation. Mrs. Esmiol, with a three-weeks-old baby at home, left for the Swampscott Convention to present the petition. On November 4, 1932, installation of Delta Zeta chapter took place in the Broadmoor Art Academy. The next day, there was a pledge service in the Shove Memorial Chapel. Festivities marked the weekend.
  
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At first, the chapter members were mostly New Orleans girls, but as the college grew, more out-of-town girls were pledged. During those early years, the alumnae worked tirelessly One charter member in particular was especially generous, inviting the chapter and rushees for weekends in her Gulf Coast home, supplying much of the wherewithal for chapter room furnishings, taking care of other expenses, and giving of her love and interest. Several charter members continued to take an interest in “their” chapter. It was a treat to have any one of them attend a Kappa function and show the actives what a vital force Kappa was in their lives.
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Mrs. Esmiol organized plans for an addition to the Hypatia clubhouse. The alumnae association raised money; and, with the help of a spring fashion show, more money was raised for the furniture fund. In September, 1933, open house for rushees took place in the roofless, new lodge. One year after installation, at a dedication ceremony and open house for the completed lodge, it was hailed as one of the most impressive sorority houses in the state. It was designed by C. Truman St. Clair and was described as “picturesque English stucco architecture …along 18th century lines.”
  
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From 1904 through the 1970s, a number of Beta Omicron members appeared in Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities, in Phi Beta Kappa and Mortar Board. There have been class and student body presidents and officers, dormitory officers, honor society members, homecoming queens and more. Two seniors received the coveted 1909 prize for most outstanding girl on campus all four years of their college careers, and three were awarded Woodrow Wilson Scholarships. Many members have taken their junior year abroad.
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The honors bestowed on Delta Zeta that first year were to set the standard of general excellence which future Kappas would strive to equal or surpass. The chapter accepted a loving cup from Denver’s Panhellenic, an honor to be repeated through the years. In 1935, permanent possession of the cup was won, and the chapter continued to lead the campus in grade point average. Kappas were in Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Lambda Delta, Mortar Board, and won Fulbright Fellowships.
  
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Delta Zetas were honored as queens of homecoming, Miami Triad, and of the Sigma Chi “Watermelon Bust.” Delta Zetas have consistently been recognized as campus leaders with many class commissioners, council members, staff members of Tiger and Catalyst, and president of the student body. Several Kappas were voted “Most Outstanding Senior Woman.”
  
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There have been moments of elation over a surprise win of the annual song fest, and victory celebrations over winning grand prize for a homecoming float. There have been many occasions when the rewards were good times together, strengthened friendships, and loyalties.
  
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When the Newcomb campus moved from Washington Avenue in 1918, the Kappas were without a chapter room. Until two rooms were rented above the Newcomb tea room in 1930, the chapter used a garage or a room in a member’s home. In 1945, these rooms were lost, and an attic space above them was rented, only to be condemned by the fire marshal. He agreed to let the space be used if a hole were cut through to the second floor and a ladder was placed through the hole; and, if an alumna, with a flashlight to guide the members to the ladder, would be present at all gatherings. In 1953, a house on Freret Street was acquired with the aid of alumnae and the Fraternity. Newcomb didn’t allow girls to live in a sorority house but the house could be used for meetings and parties.
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The first of many annual baseball games with the Phi Delta Thetas began in 1933. The girls wore overalls and the boys wore dresses; the mayor of Colorado Springs threw out the first ball; 750 fans cheered. The Phi Delta Thetas won 36-33; the loser supplied the food for a picnic the next day.
  
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The chapter had tried to acquire a property at 1033 Audubon Street at the time the Freret Street house was purchased. Later, it became available and was bought. The Fraternity architect and the finance adviser helped make it a perfect lodge, with a house mother’s apartment and two rooms to rent for income. Although the work was not finished in the house, and there were torrential rains and an influenza epidemic when rush started, a quota of 26 was pledged. The chapter still used 1033 Audubon today.
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The fortunes of the Delta Zetas as athletes fluctuated greatly. First place honors in the annual horse show were generally a sure thing in the 1930s. Later there were swimming meets, ice skating, archery, bowling, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. The chapter won some and lost some.
  
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Campus life was never the same after the 1940s and World War II. “Minute Maids” was organized in the fall of 1941 and sorority girls sold war stamps at civic meetings and sporting events. They made war-stamp corsages to display in downtown store windows. Delta Zeltas took first aid courses, knit for the Red Cross, served as nurses’ aides, were USO hostesses, and scheduled regular open house for Navy and Marine trainees.
  
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During the transition time of 1946, the Navy V-12 unit left and veterans began to return. Fraternities were reactivated and social life picked up. Tiger Town, Quonset huts for married students, was built. Freshman “dinkies”, freshman-sophomore fights, and the Kappa-Phi Delt baseball games were resumed. There was much stealing back and forth of the milk can trophy. That year the honor system was tried at the college and has lasted to the present day.
  
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For years, Newcomb had barely tolerated the sorority groups. Beta Omicron often had thought their time was up but somehow the chapter managed to remain, to function and to be of value.
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In 1950, the year of the forest fire which started on Cheyenne Mountain and threatened Camp Carson, Kappas joined with the Red Cross and handed out coffee and doughnuts to the fire fighters. Many of the fire fighters were college men.
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Panhellenic seems to change rules yearly, with rush coming at different times. At one time, chapters could bid as many as they pleased. Then the preferential system was installed and a quota was added. With something like 150 recommended girls and a small quota, it often became hard to explain to alumnae that all those recommended could not be bid. House parties to discuss rush plans were held at members’ summer homes and later in hotels. There, recommendations were studied and evaluated, rush skits planned, decorations made and songs practiced.
 
  
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In 1948, the Mothers Club was formed. Also, a weekly luncheon was inaugurated at the house, at first for Kappas only. Later, friends from other groups were included. Sometimes, as many as 200 young folks would be fed a free meal on Tuesdays.
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In 1957, the silver anniversary of Delta Zeta was celebrated. On October 14, 1957, it was announced at a scholarship dinner that the chapter had won the Panhellenic award for highest fraternity scholarship for the eighth straight year. The following evening at a dessert at the lodge, alumnae and charter members recalled the early days of the chapter.
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February 13 and 14, 1959, was the first Greek weekend on campus. Every waking hour was filled. The unlucky Kappa team came in last in the donkey race.
  
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At one time, in 1951, the Fraternity deemed Beta Omicron so lacking in efficiency and Kappa spirit that, short of probation, a steering committee was made up, with advisers given authority to require action from chapter officers. It was a valuable experience.
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The system of deferred rush began in 1963. There were no new pledges from the spring of 1962 to January, 1963. This was part of a recognized scholastic program and calendar at Colorado College in order that first semester could be completed before Christmas vacation. Deferred rushing took place between semesters during the long vacation.
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The Monmouth Duo with longtime rival Pi Beta Phi was held annually. It has been canceled several times to save money for the house fund, and also during wartime.
 
  
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Margaret Ann Gill, a beloved active, was killed in an automobile accident in 1955. Each year since then the chapter has given a silver tray to the outstanding junior in her memory.
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Through the next years, although the Greek system was slowly being deemphasized on the campus, Delta Zeta held staunchly to their values and to the importance of Kappa in their lives. It was no easy task to enter the turbulent late 1960s, when revolutionary changes were occurring in campuses all over the country. Traditions were being overthrown and academic programs were made more relevant. Mathias Hall became coeducational.
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The chapter philanthropy varies with the interest of the group: rolling Red Cross bandages, or working at the Fink House for elderly ladies, the Crippled Children’s Hospital, the Kingsley House, and others organizations. An annual Christmas party for underprivileged children is given with one of the men’s fraternities.
 
  
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The chapter started a cultural program of talks and displays of art at the chapter house in 1965. The whole college is invited. For this program, Beta Omicron received an honorable mention at the following General Convention. Foreign students are entertained every year in an effort to get to know them better and help them feel at home.
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Along with the overturning of tradition came inevitable attacks on the Greek system. Delta Zeta listened and decided that some attacks were true, but that Kappa ideals would stand the test of time. The girls decided not to throw out Kappa ideals but to give them new focus through individual and collective action.
  
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At Beta Omicron’s 50th-year celebration in 1954, seven charter members and six of their Kappa daughters were present. A tableau was presented, representing the 13 charter members, with actives dressed in the clothes of 1904. Pictures, torn from old albums and flashed on a screen, were part of the program.
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The new community involvement was evident in 1971 and 1972 when Delta Zetas began to tutor students at the Brockhurst Boys Ranch in Green Mount Falls. The ranch is a home for boys who have been in trouble. There they may receive help in a homelike atmosphere.
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Fall 1972 marked the beginning of fall rushing for the first time in six years.
  
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Chapter prized possessions include candlesticks; a punch ladle; a silver bowl in  memory of two charter members, Adele Ford and Florence Ford (Weeks); silver candlestick from the Shreveport alumnae in memory of Beta Omicron’s second pledge, Irene Drake; a fleur-de-lis tray, a serving tray, and Mothers Club gifts. The chapter has been given at least five key badges to be worn by special chapter members.
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The Kappas of the 1970s, taking the best of tradition, and the best of change, are trying to become a more relevant chapter.
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The previous information was excerpted from The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, 1870-1976. The information that follows has been gleaned from available resources including Chapter History Reports, chapter meeting minutes, letters and comments from chapter members and alumnae, the Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity Archives, and The Key. Each chapter is expected to update its history record annually. Contact Fraternity Headquarters at kkghq@kkg.org with questions.
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Yet, traditions seemed to be going out of style. Once it was customary at the banquet for all engaged girls to run around the table, and each fiancé had to send a five-pound box of candy to the chapter. That has gone, as has the Fleur-de-Lis Book, always on display and read at banquets, with serious and funny articles written by actives. In 1966, a new tradition was started. A party is given for all actives, engaged, pinned or dropped. (Dropped meant that a girl had been given a pendant of her initials by her boyfriend.)
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==Highlights of the 1970s==         
  
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At the 1966 Convention, Beta Omicron received honorable mention for unhoused chapters, for improvement in efficiency and for gracious living. Beta Omicron has also received honorable mention for scholarship improvement.
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Delta Zetas were a diverse group of women who liked to hike, travel, dance, and play musical instruments. Greek life was very active socially and all-campus formals were held at the Broadmoor. Fraternities and sororities regularly volunteered with the Special Olympics. The chapter worked on varying their social programming to address attendance challenges and focused on meeting efficiency.  
  
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Since New Orleans is such a Mardi Gras-conscious city, some mention must be made of Kappa queens and maids of Carnival balls. There had been about 80 Carnival organizations or balls, each having its own queen and maids. The highest honor was the Queen of Carnival, for the Rex Ball. Since 1930, at least seven Beta Omicrons have been so honored.
 
  
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==Highlights of the 1980s==
  
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Study abroad programs gained popularity at Colorado College and many Delta Zeta members participated. The campus administration was not as supportive of Greek life, so the chapter concentrated on developing support of local alumnae and regularly invited other sororities to dinners and philanthropic events to build unity.
  
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Active-alumna relationships are excellent. Advisers are interested and are proud of the chapter. In the fall of 1970, the chapter was helped by Patricia Ann Nealon, a Graduate Counselor. In 1971, the chapter decided that it was mature enough to handle house matters without a house mother. Permission was given, and there were no major problems.
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The Kappa Kabaret event became a tradition to benefit the American Cancer Society and funds were also raised for “Chins Up,” a local organization that provided temporary housing and counseling for homeless youth. Social traditions included the Kite and Key formal with Kappa Alpha Theta, the Senior Banquet, and Mom/Daughter Week for pledges. Members took a special visit to NORAD in 1987 and continued to focus on academic achievement as individuals and as a chapter.  
  
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One of the outstanding members of Beta Omicron is Agnes Guthrie Favrot, longtime chapter adviser and former Fraternity Rose McGill Fund Chairman. “I do believe,” she says, “I know as much about our chapter, or more, than any other single person. And I am very proud of being a Kappa.” “Aunt Aggie,” with four sons and no daughters, took the chapter into her heart and life. The Kappas, she said, filled a real need, and she does everything she can to make Beta Omicron a happy, successful chapter. Her portrait is one of the chapter’s prized possessions. She received the Loyalty Award in 1966.
 
  
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At the time of the Fraternity’s Centennial Convention in 1970, when the financial goal for the Centennial scholarships had been nearly reached, it was Agnes Favrot who offered the balance and put the campaign over the top.
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==Highlights of the 1990s==
  
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Two more outstanding members are Mary Seago Brooke, who received the Achievement Award in 1964 for her contribution in social work, and Elizabeth Aldrich Bridgeman, who received the Achievement Award in 1962 for her work in petroleum technology.
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Delta Zeta members continued to participate in study abroad programs, bringing challenges to maintaining consistent chapter leadership and experience with recruitment, but the chapter maintained their success with academic excellence and received a number of awards from the campus, Order of Omega, and the Fraternity.  
  
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Of course, the turmoil on the campus, the modern day problems and the desire of the girls for more self-expression and freedom have made an impression and changed the chapter character somewhat. Many students began to feel that fraternities had no real place and served no good purpose. Many chose not to join, and a number resigned. But Kappa, with its tradition of promoting character, friendliness and studiousness, is coming through and is being reinstated in the lives of the students.
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The campus Panhellenic hosted Peak Panhellenic for a few years during which members from all three NPC groups hiked the 14,110 foot Pikes Peak to raise awareness for breast cancer. Regular chapter philanthropy events included fundraisers for the March of Dimes; Reading is Fundamental, and the Kappa Foundation.  
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The previous information was excerpted from The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, 1870-1976. The information that follows has been gleaned from available resources including Chapter History Reports, chapter meeting minutes, letters and comments from chapter members and alumnae, the Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity Archives, and The Key. Each chapter is expected to update its history record annually. Contact Fraternity Headquarters at kkghq@kkg.org with questions.
 
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The chapter began the tradition of weekly house lunches in addition to social events like Halloween Mystery Date Party, Kappa Crush Valentine’s Day Formal, and Greek Weekend. Members were involved in Panhellenic and Order of Omega leadership, the Student Alumni Association, student government, and a number of sports including lacrosse, rugby, and swimming and diving.
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The Colorado College Master Plan called for moving fraternities and sororities to a central quadrangle and much of the decade included plans for the move and renovation of the house, which would be physically relocated in 1999.
  
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“Building bridges” among sisters, greek organizations and the community was an ongoing trend and goal of the Beta Omicron chapter between the years of 1975–79. Social events with other sororities, such as “Chi O Party” and “Monmouth Duo Party” with Pi Beta Phi were successful attempts at closing gaps and unifying the Greek-letter community. The “Grub Party” with Louisiana State University Kappas is a prime example of a bridge built between two chapters. The members of Beta Omicron during this period also kept a close relationship with Kappa alumnae, having red beans and rice dinners and compiling a skit for alumnae on Founders Day.
 
  
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There were no apparent challenges that the chapter faced during these years, besides the constant  reminders of dues payments, “No dues, No formal!,” which seems to be a problem off and on through the years. Recruitment began in the fall semester, which made the search for the right girls much more challenging, since they did not have a whole fall semester to get to know them. However, this forced the chapter to prepare for Recruitment far in advance during the spring semester, starting as early as January. Also, the trend of social events with other Greek chapters and alumnae shows that they were able to reach their goal of “building bridges.”
 
  
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A few notable sisterhood events during the years 1975–1979, were the Easter Egg Hunt for children at the Catholic Center and Christmas Brunch. The members of Beta Omicron spent these holidays together as sisters. The bond between them was incredibly strong and apparent in the recorded minutes and scrapbooks. They showed enthusiasm during Sigma Chi’s Derby Days competition and joy in their daily Kappa lifestyle. Kappa Kappa Gamma became a home to them, as it has for our chapter today.
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==A New Millennium - Highlights of 2000-2010==
  
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The beginning of the new millennium brought Delta Zeta challenges with declining numbers in recruitment and the continuation of many members leaving for study abroad programs, but the chapter focused on maintaining its scholastic success and built unity with old and new traditions. House lunches continued to be a favorite weekly ritual throughout the decade. The Kappa’s Mr. CC beauty pageant became a popular fundraiser for all of campus and the chapter regularly filled two teams for Relay for Life, becoming the top campus fundraiser in 2007.
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The fully realized Greek housing project strengthened unity within the fraternity and sorority community and the campus welcomed back two men’s fraternities that had closed in recent years. The House Board redecorated the newly relocated Kappa house on the quad at the end of the decade.
  
  
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==Highlights of 2011 –2019== 
  
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(Information from chapter history reports, scholarship, group honors/awards, traditions, special events, changes on campus or within chapter, overall nature of the chapter, chapter goals, challenges and how they were overcome, etc.)
  
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2011 was a great year for the Delta Zeta chapter. Our chapter had the highest GPA of all sororities on campus, again. The chapter had two teams at Relay for Life in the spring, and held the annual fundraiser, Mr. CC, at Shove Chapel (for the first time) and it was a great success. We started a photo wall in the house and even made a scrapbook for the year. During Greek Week, our chapter hosted Zumba night and at the end of the week, two girls won the spirit award and represented the house.
  
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'''Campus:''' On July 1, 2011, Jill Tiefenthaler became Colorado College's new president. Also, Sigma Chi and Phi Gamma Delta re-joined CC's Greek community, after working with the school and their nationals to work through some problems.
  
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'''Chapter:''' In 2011, our chapter tried a new philanthropy event. During Halloween, we tried a Trick-or-Treat for canned goods which was a great success. Also, our chapter won the Eta Province Award for highest GPA in the province. And we were one of the top three fundraising teams for Relay for Life.
  
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Our chapter had difficulty during recruitment. Formal recruitment in the fall was very weak only a total of three girls were recruited. Our house was the smallest house on campus with a total of 37 girls in the chapter. We plan on addressing this coming year by wearing the letters and keys to promote Kappa every Friday.
  
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==Highlights of 2012==
  
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This year has been successful for the Delta Zeta chapter. As a chapter we receive honorable mention for Academic Excellence at convention. Furthermore at Province we received honorable mention for recruitment and the award for Excellency in Adviser Board Relations. This year we participated in our yearly philanthropic event called Mr.CC, which is male beauty pageant that is put on in order to raise money.
  
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During the month of December we initiated 16 new members. This past year we increased membership enrollment from the previous term by 383% with a 96% retention rate.  Our chapter has been able to tremendously improve our relationship with our advisers as well as other fraternities on campus and the surrounding community.   
  
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Many of the girls in the Delta Zeta chapter have been not only deeply involved in the chapter but also involved with the Colorado College community. As a Chapter we have been able to form strong bonds with each other due to the small size of our sorority. It makes for a very intimate environment. Recent changes on the Colorado College campus have included a more diverse freshmen class.
  
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==Highlights of 2013==
  
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During the Spring semester of 2013 the Delta Zeta chapter brought back informal Friday lunches at Benji’s, one of the on-campus restaurants. During the spring semester the Education Chairman taught the chapter how to prepare for formal events that could occur during one’s college career, or in a business setting. The Education Chairman presented on attire and behavior appropriate for black tie, cocktail, and business casual occasions. The chapter also had a healthcare tutorial, which also incorporated natural facial and body scrubs, during an education night. The Delta Zeta Chapter also received the Scholarship Award, an all-Greek honor for the Greek house with the highest grade point average on campus. In terms of philanthropy, the spring semester involved the Delta Zeta chapter volunteered at the Colorado College Children’s Center and Colorado College Soup Kitchen.
  
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The 2013 fall semester started with a sisterhood event that was held at the Colorado College Cabin, where the chapter partook in leadership and corporation tasks on the Cabin’s ropes course. Other sisterhood events included a Mary Kay spa night, chapter skate at a downtown Colorado Springs ice rink, and a Halloween movie night where the chapter watched Hocus Pocus. For Founder’s day the chapter had brunch with local Alumnae Association. The Delta Zeta chapter was also ranked second for highest GPA of Kappa Chapters. During the fall semester the chapter started volunteering at Pikes Peak Prep three days a week as tutors. The Delta Zeta also held the annual philanthropy event, Mr. CC, an all-male beauty pageant.
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In the last year Colorado College renovated the campus gym, El Pomar, making the gym 50 percent bigger and significantly more energy efficient. The college also renovated one of the main resident halls on campus, Slocum Hall.
  
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The Delta Zeta chapter is a close group of girls who are working hard to improve in all areas of work and to be as efficient as possible. The chapter is growing and becoming a well-known name on campus through our philanthropy and academic excellence.
  
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==Highlights of 2014==
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2014 was a successful year for Delta Zeta in all fronts.
  
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Academically, the women of Delta Zeta have excelled once more. At Convention over the summer, Delta Zeta took home the Academic Excellence Award, as well as honorable mention in the Finance, Recruitment, and Ritual categories. On campus, the chapter achieved the highest GPA of the three sororities at Colorado College.
  
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Around campus and around Colorado Springs, the women of Delta Zeta have made an impact through active participation and leadership throughout the surrounding communities. Sisters have taken on roles as leaders in the Colorado College community through their extracurricular activities, their jobs, and as mentors and tutors for their peers and for the children of the Colorado Springs community. Some activities include: canvassing for candidates for the 2014 midterm elections, certification to instruct for the R.A.D Self Defense course, and all types of internships from hospitals around the country to the catwalks of Denver.
  
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In the fall of 2014, the Delta Zeta chapter held a new philanthropy event: The Hungry, Hungry Kappapillar. This new event was a pie eating contest outside of the college’s campus center, accompanied by a $1 book sale and a bake sale with goods made by members. Contestants from all walks of CC life, from athletes to Campus Safety officers participated to raise money for Reading is Fundamental.
  
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The chapter has been working towards forming stronger bonds with the Colorado Springs Alumnae Association, as well as with the chapter advisers. Additionally, Delta Zeta and the Greek community at Colorado College have been working at promoting a stronger Panhellenic community and presence between the three sororities and the greater community on campus.
  
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Overall, both the individuals of Delta Zeta and the chapter at large have maintained an ever-growing and positive presence on the Colorado College campus and in the Colorado Springs community in 2014.
  
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==A New Millennium- Highlights of 2000-2010==
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During the fall of 2014, Colorado College made a controversial move to close down the weekly on-campus community kitchen for a variety of reasons. Otherwise, the Colorado College campus did not see much major change in 2014.
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The Beta Omicron chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma would like this year to be remembered as a time when the chapter came together to benefit the community. In the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Beta Omicron worked on several community house-gutting projects. Also, the chapter came together once again for Kappa Kollection, a designer trunk show where the chapter raised $6,000 in one day for ovarian cancer research.  
 
  
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Tulane University has become a place of unity since Hurricane Katrina. The students and faculty take great pride in knowing that everyone who is here is here despite the negative effects of the hurricane. Also, the culture and history that is the city of New Orleans can be seen in all aspects of the campus like never before. Like Tulane University itself, the Beta Omicron chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma is unified in a way that only comes from experiencing the same hardships.  The chapter is full of loyal, intelligent girls who are always willing to help each other and have fun. Along with these similarities, Beta Omicron prides itself on the diverse and unique talents and interests of its members.  
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Throughout 2014, the women of Delta Zeta are fortunate to have had a wealth of opportunities to grow closer both within and without the chapter lodge. Monthly sisterhood events, “study parties,” and Monday meetings have all allowed members to form connections in the house; meanwhile, shared classes, extra-curriculars, and much more have strengthened those initial connections and promoted stronger bonds between the chapter as a whole. Monthly education nights have allowed the members of our chapter to grow individually and as a group, with events such as an etiquette dinner, a talk on staying healthy in the sick season, a talk on financial planning, and a presentation from Campus Safety on self-defense and assault prevention.
  
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Beta Omicron faced numerous challenges resulting from Hurricane Katrina. Building a sense of unity was easy after the storm, but dealing with the loss of members who could not return after the storm was difficult. Continuing with Recruitment after a semester away was also difficult. Not only did the house have one month to accomplish what usually takes an entire semester, but the smaller pool of potential new members made Recruitment intensely competitive.   
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In 2014, the women of Delta have been characterized by strong scholarship, strong leadership from both Chapter Council and members, and an ever-growing sisterhood and network of support throughout the chapter.
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In January 2007, 37 exceptional young women joined the new member class, thanks in part to the hard work of the Membership Chairman and her assistant. Throughout the spring semester, Chapter Council worked to improve the chapter’s overall involvement and attitude.
 
  
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Fall semester: The chapter teamed up with Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity and participated in Greek Week. On October 15, the chapter celebrated Founders Day with some of our oldest alumnae. In November, the chapter rallied behind the Philanthropy Chairman to put on the second Kappa Kollection, an event that raised money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Of the chapter’s many achievements of 2007, one of the greatest came in the area of scholarship. With the work and encouragement of the chapter Vice President of Academic Excellence, the chapter GPA rose to 3.39, the second-highest sorority GPA on campus.
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We hold meetings in our on-campus lodge, which is on land owned by the school. However, as part of the dues each active pays, each active member since the 1970s holds a share of the house.
  
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Kappa Kappa Gamma is one of six NPC-recognized sororities at Tulane. In the 2007–08, nearly all active members were involved in other campus clubs, sports and organizations. As mentioned above, the Fall ’07 chapter GPA rose to 3.39, which was higher than the all-sorority, all-Greek, and all-women’s GPA. Scholarship was also highlighted in April, when five Kappas were inducted into the Order of Omega, and in the fall, when six Kappas were named to the Greek 4.0 Club.
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Our chapter's lodge is not residential and, aside from visiting Kappas, does not house anybody. However, many sisters throughout the years have lived together in both on-campus and off-campus housing. Additionally, many sisters have lived or currently live in the same buildings as other sisters, thus fostering a strong bond between members despite not living together.
  
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This year the chapter worked diligently to place a continuous emphasis on the importance of scholarship. VP-Academic Excellence and her Scholarship Committee held a study skills workshop for New Members to promote organization and time-management, held weekly study hours for the entire chapter, and encouraged the chapter to provide support for those struggling with stress or anxiety. The positive attitude and ongoing encouragement of the Scholarship Committee is reflected in the chapter’s academic success.  
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Our lodge is chapter owned, on university owned land. The lodge was built in 1932, initially located on the west side of the Colorado Campus, and underwent major renovations in 1934. In 1996, under the first female college president, the house was moved to east campus along with the rest of the Greek housing, where it stands today. The lodge itself is the same, though it has undergone renovations, remodeling, and relocation throughout its years as a place for the women of Delta Zeta to convene.
  
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This past year, Beta Omicron has really grown as a chapter, sharing many moments of laughter and getting through tough times together as sisters. On January 25th, 2009, the chapter welcomed a new member class full of enthusiastic, kind and generous women ready to indulge in the tradition and pass on the legacy. Although there were not as many social events spring semester, this was not seen as a damper to our chapter, rather more of an opportunity to grow.
 
  
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The Kappa house became more of a home than ever, as Thursday lunches on the Kappa porch were bustling with joyful KKGs, the couches packed with girls studying for finals or laughing together while watching ridiculous television shows, and the pantry stocked for snacking any time of the day. Sisterhood events such as ice sundaes and water bottle decorating, Kappa T-shirt tie-dying, competitive laser tagging, and philanthropic pumpkin carvings were great opportunities for strengthening sisterly bonds.  
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==Highlights of 2015==
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In 2015, the members of the Delta Zeta chapter have remained highly involved in the Colorado
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College community and have worked towards establishing a stronger presence on campus as a
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chapter. The Delta Zeta chapter has maintained its strong academic performance and had a
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successful fall Recruitment, culminating in 11 new initiates to the chapter in November.
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The women of Delta Zeta have continued to serve as active leaders and participants in the
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Colorado College and Colorado Springs community throughout the past year. Our sisters lead in all
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facets of campus life, from before new students arrive on campus until after the residences close.
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Several of our actives work as Resident Advisors in the residence halls. Many sisters have also
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served as New Student Orientation leaders, who co-lead a small group of incoming students on a
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student led trip. Several of our sisters are involved in Dance Workshop, which showcases a variety
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of dance pieces each semester with student dancers and choreographers.
  
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Our sorority joined forces with Kappa Sigma for Greek Week (October 18-24), and although we did not have the greatest turnout, we definitely displayed the most spirit. On November 14, the Kappa house was transformed into a boutique for our fourth- annual Kappa Kollection, bringing in more than $3,000, which was donated to the St. Bernard Project, a nonprofit organization established in response to Hurricane Katrina.
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This year’s Hungry, Hungry Kappapiller event, as well as the accompanying book drive and bake
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sale, were well attended and successful, and the Delta Zeta chapter raised $675 for Reading is
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Fundamental, the Kappa Foundation, and for a local organization, TESSA. The chapter has also
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begun a relationship with a local elementary school, Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary, where sisters
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tutor young students in math and reading.
  
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In the beginning of 2009, our chapter struggled with several Panhellenic infractions after Bid Day, which caused some hesitation in having as many social functions as usual. However, the new member class was extremely patient as we worked through our challenges as a chapter. The whole experience made the chapter stronger, as we increased communication with the Fraternity and our advisers. Along with working to create a stronger relationship with the Fraternity officers, the chapter struggled to create a positive relationship with Panhellenic and Tulane, in general. The members’ involvement within the sorority and campus improved greatly, as we increased encouragement and incentives. The several sisterhood events greatly improved the unity within our chapter, as well. The chapter continues to emphasize involvement and public relations.
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Overall, the Delta Zeta chapter has continued to work towards forming stronger bonds with one
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another, with our community, and with the other Greek organizations on campus.
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Describe the recent changes on your campus and describe the overall nature of your chapter.
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In 2015, Colorado College has made great progress on the upcoming renovation of the Tutt
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Library. The college has also launched programs to encourage dialogue between students and
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faculty alike on difficult topics such as race, the hook-up culture, and diversity at the school.
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The Delta Zeta chapter has seen much growth throughout recent years. However, the women of
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Delta Zeta have remained dedicated to strong academic performance. The members of our chapter
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also have diverse interests. Each woman’s unique talents and extracurricular involvements come
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together to make the chapter a place for sisters to discover new organizations and interests through a familiar face.
  
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Kappa Kappa Gamma is one of seven NPC-recognized sororities on Tulane’s campus, with the recent addition of Phi Mu. However, our chapter does not go unnoticed, as the majority of our members are actively involved on campus through clubs, sports, or organizations—such as Up ’til Dawn (in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital), Tulane Emergency Medical Service, Peer Health Advocates, and Green Envy (a cappella group). 
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The women of Delta Zeta in 2015 have been characterized by a strong commitment to academics, to leadership in Kappa as well as outside of the chapters, and to strengthening the organization and bonds within the chapter.
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The women of Beta Omicron maintain a balanced lifestyle achieving an average GPA of 3.334 for Spring 2009—higher than the all sorority (3.329), all-Greek (3.147), all-women’s (3.115), and all-student (3.050) average at Tulane.
 
  
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Beta Omicron began 2010 with a strong bond of sisterhood, culminating in a successful spring Recruitment period. We welcomed a new member class of 50 bright, charismatic and involved new members who quickly settled in to life at the Kappa house. The older girls really enjoyed getting to know and bond with the newest pledge class, with sisterhood events such as tie-dying tank-tops, laser tag and a visit to the haunted houses of New Orleans. In addition to these events, a line could be found winding out of the chapter room as girls came in for dinner on Monday nights before Chapter meeting, and lunch on Thursdays. Our social calendar took off at high speed with mixers and a disco-themed date function. Formal was a highlight of the year, downtown in the picturesque French Quarter.
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Traditionally, the Delta Zeta chapter has supported TESSA, a local organization devoted to providing resources for survivors of domestic violence. We have donated money raised from our philanthropic events to TESSA each year, and collaborated with other Greek organizations at Colorado College to raise money for this organization. The Delta Zeta chapter has also traditionally been involved in tutoring local, elementary aged children in the Colorado Springs community.  This fall, we began a partnership with Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary School, where twice a week sisters devote hours to helping young students with their math and reading skills.
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The fall brought more bonding with various mixers, crush parties, the creation of an all-star flag football team and a new garden party with the Kappa alumna of New Orleans. Along with new parties, 1033 Audubon Street also received a new roof, and the chapter room was updated with a new coat of paint and floor. Kappa paired with Alpha Epsilon Pi during Greek Week, and performed a fully choreographed routine for the Greek Sync Competition. Even though we didn’t win, we had a full team of girls, which increased the participation of our chapter and our enthusiasm level for the rest of the semester.
 
  
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Beta Omicron also raised the participation of the chapter in Philanthropy events to a new level, with the entire chapter participating in Habitat for Humanity, and working shifts at Kappa Kollection, which raised more than $11,000 for the St. Bernard Project. There was also a clothing drive at the same time, which collected clothing for the Metropolitan Center for Women and Children. Even though home is on Audubon St., Beta Omicron participated in Beautify Broadway, helping clean up one of the main streets around Tulane’s campus. A literacy event that the chapter participated in at a local elementary school was named a RIF program of the month.
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We support TESSA because this organization does great work for Colorado Springs by providing excellent aid and educational opportunities. TESSA has a strong and valuable relationship with the Greek organizations on the campus and with the greater Colorado College community.
  
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The majority of the chapter participated in several philanthropies each in the past year, which shows the increased level of involvement of Beta Omicron on campus and in the community. We also did a Halloween philanthropy called Owl-O-Ween with another sorority that shares the Kappa symbol of the owl, Chi Omega. We carved pumpkins and made Halloween cards for St. Anna’s Residence for the elderly. There has never been a better time to be a Kappa at Tulane.  
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We have chosen to form a relationships with the Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary School because the faculty and students at the school are enthusiastic  about our partnership and share a commitment to providing  an enriched and diverse learning experience for their students. Our tutoring program this semester has been very successful, and the chapter hopes to develop a stronger relationship with the school going forward.
  
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==Highlights of 2016==
  
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2016 was a very successful year for the Delta Zeta chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma at Colorado College.
  
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==Highlights of 2011-2019==
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At Convention, held in San Diego over summer, Delta Zeta took home the Panhellenic Award and was runner-up for the Standards award.
  
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(See Chapter History Report) Highlights (scholarship, honors/awards, special events, philanthropy and service projects, etc.):
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We had a very successful Fall Recruitment, followed by COB, resulting in a total of 11 new members hailing from all classes; all 11 new members were initiated in November.  
  
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==Highlights of 2011==
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Delta Zeta members continue to excel both in and out of the classroom. Many of our members have received scholarships from the Kappa Foundation, as well as from the college and outside sources. Our sisters are leaders all across campus, acting as mentors and working towards the betterment of the school as a whole. A handful of actives are Resident Advisors, responsible for assisting and supervising students living on campus. Many DZ members have served as New Student Orientation leaders, as well as FYE Mentors, who serve as mentors to freshman students during their first year at CC. Some our of sisters serve as writing and math tutors, while others help tutor in various language departments. Lots of our senior sisters have been accepted into graduate, medical, and dental schools nationwide. Several active members are on CC sports teams, while others are involved in the arts. A great number of sisters have been in various performances this year, including the spring musical and Dance Workshop, which is a student-run dance show in which CC students both perform and direct various pieces.
  
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Beta Omicron began 2011 with a strong bond of sisterhood, culminating in a successful spring recruitment period. We welcomed a new pledge class of over 50 bright, charismatic and involved new members who quickly settled in to life at the Kappa house. The older girls really enjoyed getting to know and bond with the newest pledge class, with sisterhood events such as tye dying tank tops, laser tag and a visit to the haunted houses of New Orleans.  
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Delta Zeta’s annual philanthropy event, Hungry Hungry Kappapiller was very successful. With a pie eating contest, a bake sale, and a book drive, the Delta Zeta chapter raised approximately $500, which was split between the Kappa Foundation and Reading is Fundamental. Our chapter has also continued our positive relationship with Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary School, where sisters tutor elementary school students in both math and reading comprehension.  
  
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In addition to these events a line could be found winding out of the chapter room as girls came in for dinner on Monday nights before Chapter meeting, and lunch on Thursdays. Our social calendar took off at high speed with mixers and a disco themed date function. Formal was a highlight of the year, downtown in the picturesque French Quarter. The fall brought more bonding with various mixers, crush parties, the creation of an all star flag football team and a new garden party with the Kappa alumna of New Orleans. Along with new parties, 1033 Audubon St. also received a new roof, and the chapter room was updated with a new coat of paint and floor. Kappa paired with Alpha Epsilon Pi during Greek Week, and performed a fully choreographed routine for the Greek Sync Competition. Even though we didn’t win, we had a full team of girls which increased the participation of our chapter, and our enthusiasm levels for the rest of the semester.  
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Despite the continued renovation of the Tutt Library, the women of Delta Zeta have remained devoted to their studies. The college has made available many alternative study-spaces on campus, which sisters are effectively utilizing. The college has also continued dialogue and educational programs surrounding the issues of race, sex, gender, identity, diversity, and inclusivity.
  
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Beta Omicron also raised the participation of the chapter in Philanthropy events to a new level, with the entire chapter participating in Habitat for Humanity, and working shifts at Kappa Kollection, which raised over $11,000 for the St. Bernard Project. There was also a clothing drive at the same time, which collected clothing for the Metropolitan Center for Women and Children, a local women’s center. Even though home is on Audubon St., Beta Omicron participated in Beautify Broadway, helping clean up one of the main streets around Tulane’s campus. A literacy event that the chapter participated in at a local elementary school was named a RIF program of the month. The majority of the chapter participated in over 3 philanthropies each in the past year, which shows the increased level of involvement of Beta Omicron on campus and the area around it. We also did a special Halloween philanthropy called Owl-O-Ween with another sorority that shares the Kappa symbol of the owl, Chi Omega. We carved pumpkins and made Halloween cards for St. Anna’s Residence for the elderly. There has never been a better time to be a Kappa at Tulane.  
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Not only are our members involved within the panhellenic and general college community as a whole, but in the wider Colorado Springs community as well. The women of Delta Zeta have been described as strong, compassionate, and dedicated, with a commitment to the betterment of the Delta Zeta chapter, and the fraternity as a whole.  
  
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'''Campus:''' Tulane University is private university located in the uptown area of New Orleans, with an undergraduate student population of a little over 6,500. The Panhellenic Council has been growing on campus, with more than 30% of women involved in a Greek organization. This year we were very lucky to have a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma serve on the elected executive board, along with several Kappas serving as recruitment counselors and panhellenic delegates.  
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Traditionally, the Delta Zeta chapter has supported RIF and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation, as well as being involved in the tutoring of young children within the Colorado Springs community. For the second year in a row, we partnered with Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary School; twice a week, Delta Zeta members donate their time to helping teach young students math and English.  
  
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'''Chapter:''' Kappa Kappa Gamma is one of seven NPC-recognized sororities on Tulane’s campus, with the recent addition of Phi Mu. However, our chapter does not go unnoticed, as the majority of our members are actively involved on campus through clubs, sports, or organizations—such as the entire executive board of Up ‘til Dawn (in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital), Tulane Emergency Medical Service, Peer Health Advocates, and the Student Conduct Board. The women of Beta Omicron balance all of these activities with academics, achieving an increased average GPA of 3.346 for Spring 2009—the same as the all sorority (3.346), and higher than the all greek (3.286), all women’s (3.278), and all student (3.226) average at Tulane.
 
  
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One of the largest challenges that faced our chapter this year was at the first event of the semester, where we had a minor infraction involving several active members. However, Beta Omicron reacted quickly by re-evaluating their risk management policies, and having the members that were responsible provide an educational program about alcohol consumption for the chapter at meeting. As a result, we also improved our communications with Nationals, as well as our local advisers. The lack of social events did not dampen spirits though, but helped to enforce the sisterly bond that we all look to in our sorority. Beta Omicron has not had any problems since, which shows that our new risk management policies have been extremely successful.
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==Highlights of 2017==
  
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The Delta Zeta chapter at Colorado College was prosperous for the 2017 year. Fall Recruitment and COB were successful; Delta Zeta initiated nine new members in mid-November. The members of Delta Zeta are well-rounded individuals who are active in various aspects of fraternity and college life.
  
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==Highlights of 2012==
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Delta Zeta's new philanthropy event, Kappa Karnival, debuted in September. This event included a bouncy house, bake sale, and face-painting, among others. Our chapter raised $424, which was donated to Reading is Fundamental (RIF). Further, our chapter has continued its relationship with Taylor Elementary School, where sisters tutor children in various subjects, as well as build positive relationships with them. The Delta Zeta chapter highly values academics and we believe that it is worthwhile to donate our time to these young students at Taylor.
  
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Although the year got off to a rough start with problems at Bid Day leading to a Council Action, 2012 ended up being a good year for Beta Omicron as a whole, as many problems that had plagued the chapter for a while were brought to light and began to improve with the help of many individuals from the Fraternity.  
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Members of Delta Zeta excel both inside and outside of the classroom. Sisters have received scholarships from the Denver Kappa Friendship Fund, Kappa Foundation, Boettcher Foundation, House Board, Women's Educational Society, and the Service Leadership Award, among others. Sisters lead and mentor within the College community. Some examples of such leadership are Resident Advisers, who supervise students who live on campus, First Year Experience Mentors, who acclimate students to the new college environment, and Writing Center Tutors, who assist students with academic papers. Kappas at Colorado College remain devoted to their studies. The newly completed Tutt Library has facilitated the hardworking nature of the members of Delta Zeta. Our sisters are involved and interested in the social, political, economic and cultural workings of the greater community, as well as throughout the world.
  
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In late January, the kitchen of the Kappa house received a much needed facelift. In early February, several members signed up to help the community by cleaning up trash in the area during Beautify Broadway. February also included sisterhood and social events, such as the Glow Kappa Party, a New Member retreat at the horse races, and New Member pancake breakfast. Finally, Chapter Council met with several members from the Fraternity to address our Council Action, receive a Focus Letter, and address both our concerns and concerns of the Fraternity regarding the nature of our chapter.  
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Delta Zeta members highly value sports as fun and healthy extracurricular activities. Such activities include Colorado College's Club Hockey, basketball and rugby teams. We also have a DZ member who is a qualified Zumba instructor. A great number of sisters are involved in Dance Workshop, the Tiger Eyes Dance Team, Theater Workshop, GlobeMed, the Student Organization of Sexual Safety, the College's newspaper, "The Catalyst," and the Health Professions Club.
  
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After a safe and fun Mardi Gras, Beta Omicron celebrated International Badge Day on March 5th.  Later in March, our New Members were initiated, and Chapter Council began to buckle down on the Focus Letter we received from Nationals. Beta Omicron officers developed a Leadership Action plan to get our chapter back on track. In April, we had a sisterhood events and dinner with Chapter Council advisors. After our President and VPO spent a wonderful week at Convention, we started the Fall semester with a Chapter Council retreat (including our newly appointed Treasurer) in late August.  
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The women of Delta Zeta have been described as strong, compassionate, and dedicated, with a commitment to the betterment of the Delta Zeta chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. Though our chapter lodge is non-residential, members make a continual effort to attend weekly chapter meetings. Many groups of sisters choose to live together in on- and off-campus housing. All in all, Delta Zeta and its members are thriving in academic, social and fraternity life.
  
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However, due to Hurricane Isaac, classes at Tulane were cancelled for a week, and the semester got off to a late start. Chapter meetings started with a sisterhood event with frozen yogurt, and Chapter Council got to work on several sisterhood, social, and philanthropy events. September included a sisterhood sleepover for the newest pledge class, a sisterhood picnic, a mixer with SAE, and a Krush party. The chapter also sent a card to Devon Walker, a member of the Tulane football team who was severely injured during a game.  
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We support Taylor Elementary by donating our time there because the school faculty and staff are excited to have a strong relationship with us, and because of our shared commitment to providing a dynamic and worthwhile education to young students. We hope to continue this partnership moving forward.  
  
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Recruitment meetings began for the sophomore class, and several members of our chapter participated in Pi Beta Phi's philanthropy event, Arrowspike. October began with a lovely visit from our Leadership Consultant, Charlotte Rhodes and a Habitat for Humanity build. On October 8, we hosted a formal Founders Day dinner, and welcomed several important alumni from the New Orleans area, many of whom were members of Beta Omicron. Kappa Trainer Stephanie Johnston visited in late October. On October 26, many members of our chapter volunteered at a Reading is FUNdamental event at a local elementary school. In November, we had several sisterhood and philanthropy events, including Pledge Class dinners, senior events, holiday card pictures, crafting sisterhood events, Red Hot Mama, and our main philanthropy event, Kappa Kollection. Charlotte made another visit in November to help Chapter Council stay on track of leadership action plans. Several recruitment meetings prepared members for upcoming Recruitment, and an Officer Training Workshop prepared Chapter Council Members for the upcoming year. In the first weeks of December, we had a second Officer Training  Workshop and final Recruitment meetings before leaving for winter break.
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The Delta Zeta chapter holds meetings in lodge that is located on campus and owned by Colorado College. However, a portion of each actives dues goes towards the house, so that each active holds a share of the house, a policy that had been in place since the early 1970s. While our house is not residential, it does have the capacity to house visiting sisters. Even though DZ members do not live in the house, our sisters form strong bonds, and many live together, both on and off campus.
  
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Due to the Council Action, several problems were addressed in the chapter, including member accountability, attendance, financial procedures, and communication issues (both within the chapter and with Nationals). Due to the hard work of Chapter Council members and Nationals representatives, several of these issues are on their way to resolution, although it may take more time than any of us initially realized. One major improvement Beta Omicron has seen is the level of commitment from both members and officers, and the amount of transparency between Chapter Council and members. Executive members realized that the time and effort necessary to maintain a functioning chapter with an edifying atmosphere and a healthy relationship with the school and the Fraternity was much greater than what was the custom. Those who were committed to the success of Beta Omicron increased efforts and addressed problems, while those who were not as willing to make a change were replaced. More communication with members about why we had been put on a Warning of Probation and what issues needed to be addressed allowed members to become more involved and realize their individual responsibility to the chapter and to the fraternity.
 
  
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Overall, 2012 has seen a positive, though difficult, change in the attitudes of both members and officers. With continued efforts and much welcome help from Nationals, we hope to return Beta Omicron to the standards and expectations of the fraternity.
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==Highlights of 2018==
  
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The Delta Zeta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma at Colorado College experienced many triumphs during the 2018 school year. Delta Zeta is proud to have received an honorable mention award for Chapter/Advisory Board Relations this year at Convention. Through COB and Fall Recruitment, the Delta Zeta Chapter welcomed sixteen phenomenal women to our chapter, and the members of the chapter continue to excel academically and remain involved in a variety of work and extracurricular opportunities across campus and in the Colorado Springs community.
  
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==Highlights of 2013==
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Delta Zeta's new philanthropy event, CC's Next Top Tiger, debuted in November. This talent show encompassed acts from singing to juggling and brought members from across campus together for an amazing night of entertainment. Through ticket sales and event fundraising, our chapter raised $1800, which was donated to Reading is Fundamental. Further, our members volunteer throughout the community by teaching Spanish to children, mentoring 8th grade students, helping at a cat shelter, and working with Public Achievement, an organization that encourages civic engagement among young members of the community.
  
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The spring of 2013 got off to great start with an amazing recruitment. Although there were some problems with Bid Day last year this year Bid Day went off without a hitch. For the first time Bid Day was held of MLK day, which is usually a day of service of Tulane Students.  Bid day was held late in the afternoon so all Greek women could still participate in the day of service. Many of our members participated in local service activities throughout the New Orleans community.  
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Members of Delta Zeta excel both inside and outside of the classroom. In the past year, our sisters have received scholarships from the Denver Kappa Friendship Fund, Kappa Foundation, the Delta Zeta House Board, and the Boettcher Foundation, among others. Outside of the classroom at Colorado College, our members are Resident Advisors, First Year Experience Mentors, New Student Orientation Leaders, and Writing Center Tutors. Additionally, Kappas at CC are members of the Blue Key Honor Society, the Student Organization for Sexual Safety, and the President's Council, which serves as an advisory board to the President of the College.
  
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All actives were on their best behavior during Bid Day to make sure that the new members felt welcome and comfortable. As we continued to strive to meet the standards and expectations of nationals set out by our focus letter our members took an active role in becoming positive role models for the new members. Before our first social event, Glo Kappa, all members met at the Kappa House to watch a brief presentation on alcohol safety. Due to the super bowl and carnival season coinciding Mardi Gras was early in the semester this year. Mardi Gras is always a great way for the new members to bond with the actives. The New Member Chairs put together an excellent presentation the meeting before Mardi Gras that went over safety and proper behavior.  
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Delta Zeta members are also very involved in sports on campus. Such activities include Colorado College's club hockey, figure skating, varsity lacrosse and swimming, and several competitive intramural teams. Additionally, a great number of sisters are involved in the arts through Dance Workshop, Theater Workshop, and arts adjunct classes. We even have a sister that created her own fashion line! In addition to work and extracurricular involvement, the members of Delta Zeta remain dedicated to their studies and illustrate passion and stellar academic achievement in their classes.
  
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Before initiation our new member met with the standards committee individually to discuss their progress so far and their future expectations as an initiated member. Inspiration week started on April 1st. We were lucky enough to have our LC Charlotte visit our chapter to make sure initiation went smoothly. Throughout the week new members continued to bond with the active’s through nightly pledge class activities. Our marshal had been holding ritual reviews sessions throughout the semester, which helped the actives be fully prepared for the day of initiation. We were lucky enough to have alumni be a part of our initiation, and we held a brunch at the house after initiation for the entire chapter and the alumni.  
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The strength and dedication depicted by women of Delta Zeta have contributed to the growth of our chapter commitment and betterment of the Fraternity as a whole. Though we do not live in our chapter lodge, members make a continual effort to attend weekly chapter meetings, and we often have movie nights and study hours in the house by the fire. Many groups of sisters choose to live together in on- and off-campus housing. The members of Delta Zeta are excited to continue growing and celebrating successes in academic, social and fraternity life.
  
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The last chapter of the semester was dedicated to the senior class. Our education chair gave each senior a gift and the juniors put together a slide show of pictures in honor of their bigs. Classes resumed in August and the entire chapter was excited to continue improving our standings with nationals. The sophomore class came back to school early to help with Freshmen Move-In. On august 24th Chapter Council had a full day retreat where they discussed ways to improve the chapter as a whole. Throughout the semester the sophomore class met once a moth to prepare for our spring recruitment.
 
  
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In the month of September we had one senior event at Saint James Cheese Company where the seniors were able to taste all different types of cheeses. Our philanthropy chair held a dress drive for a local women’s shelter, and we had a sisterhood event where we watched a Saints game together with was a lot of fun. On October 7th we held a founders day dinner at the house following formal chapter. We had many local alumni attend, which definitely added to the event. Before Halloween all members attended our annual Reading is Fundamental Fall Festival, which is our chapters philanthropy. On Halloween day we had a sisterhood even where we carved pumpkins. Throughout the fall semester we had both fun and safe social events. This years Red Hot Mamma date party was by far the best event of the year. Our Event Chair was able to get a photo booth with was the highlight of the night.
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The month of November was filled with philanthropy events. On the 9th we held our biggest event, Kappa Kollection. We had a lot of new vendors this year, which was exciting, and we were able to raise money for the New Orleans Womens shelter and The Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation. We also participated in a Habitat for Humanity build. After electing a competent nominating committee our chapter was presented with a new slate on November 11th.. Member voted to approve the entire new slate the following week.
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Delta Zeta Chapter had a very successful 2019. Fall recruitment and COB were extremely successful as Delta Zeta initiated thirteen new members in early December. The members of the chapter are unique and accomplished individuals who are active in many aspects of fraternity and college life. Sisters have received scholarships from the Delta Zeta House Board, the Denver Kappa Friendship Fund, Pauahi Scholarship, among others. Sisters lead and mentor within the College community. Examples of their leadership include working as Resident Advisers, working for the campus newspaper, athletic marketing interns and sports media assistants. Their work outside of the college community is varied, including working with the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney in Hawaii, working as a designer for Burberry, and on a ranch in Wyoming. Delta Zeta members highly value sports as fun and healthy extracurricular activities. Many are also involved with the Dance Workshop, Theater Workshop, the Student Organization of Sexual Safety, volunteering at Planned Parenthood and the Health Professions Club.
  
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After received a new focus letter our Academic Excellence chair began holding weekly study hours to try to improve our chapters GPA. Every week member’s signed up to attend study hours for at least three hours a week. We are trying very hard as a chapter to improve our GPA. During the first week of December our LC Charlotte visited again. She held a few fun and educational events including a Kappa history talk and a review of the bylaws and standing rules. Our outgoing officers held great officer transition meetings for our new chapter council. The newly elected Chapter Council was eager for the spring semester to star so they could continue the great work of our previous officers in continuing to better our chapter as a whole.  
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Colorado College has just begun building its new hockey arena which will be completed for the 2021-2022 academic year. This will make the Colorado College Tiger hockey games much more accessible to students and the greater community.
  
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In the fall Tulane welcomed a new sorority, Alpha Delta Pi. Our chapter tried very hard to make sure the women of Alpha Delta Pi felt welcome at Tulane. During the workweek of recruitment we held a “mock recruitment” with them so they would feel comfortable speaking to potential new members during formal recruitment. Kappa was the only sorority on campus that did this with Alpha Delta Pi. Being placed on Council Action in the spring of 2012 both chapter council and all of our members have worked to improve the Beta Omicron Chapter in many ways. Chapter Council has introduced many new ideas in order to improve sisterhood, ritual, academic excellence, philanthropy, and over-all chapter dignity and respect. Our monthly sisterhood events, study hours, ritual reviews, and new exciting philanthropy opportunities have not only made us bond as a chapter, but has also allowed us to make strides to become a better chapter. Our members have taken an active role in helping Chapter Council make sure Beta Omicron reaches its full potential. The sophomore, junior and senior classes all understand that we are the role models for the new members. As upperclassmen we have discussed numerous times that we are responsible for setting a good example for them. All older members have taken this responsibility very seriously and are aware that the new members will uphold our chapter ideals if we do as well.
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Our philanthropic event, CC's Next Top Tiger, occurred in November of this year. The event had 12 brilliantly talented acts; the winner was a fantastic singer and the other acts consisted of very talented musicians. The chapter was able to raise $990 from ticket sales and raffle ticket sales. Half of the money was donated to Reading is Fundamental and the other half was donated to TESSA (a local organization that promotes lifestyles without domestic violence). After working with Taylor Elementary School for many years, the chapter is currently considering choosing another organization to support because the school's needs are difficult to match with class schedules.
  
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Delta Zeta held our Founders Day celebration at our fairly new and beautiful Fine Arts center this year. We had a great turnout of alumnae and active members, both of whom had a great time getting to know one another and enjoying some great Italian food. We are still considering ideas for celebrating the Fraternity's sesquicentennial anniversary. Most of our ideas currently involve some type of philanthropy.
  
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Please refer to your chapter archives including chapter meeting minutes and back issues of ''The Key'' to fill in any gaps in the above historical highlights. If your chapter archives are not complete, please research your university library, campus newspaper and yearbook archives for newsworthy information about your chapter. Please double check your work for accuracy. Contact chapter Advisory or House Board members, local Alumnae Association members, or your Province Director of Chapters for assistance.  
 
Please refer to your chapter archives including chapter meeting minutes and back issues of ''The Key'' to fill in any gaps in the above historical highlights. If your chapter archives are not complete, please research your university library, campus newspaper and yearbook archives for newsworthy information about your chapter. Please double check your work for accuracy. Contact chapter Advisory or House Board members, local Alumnae Association members, or your Province Director of Chapters for assistance.  
  
 
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Delta Zeta
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FoundedNovember 4, 1932 (1932-11-04) (93 years ago)
CollegeColorado College
LocationColorado Springs, CO
Homepage[Delta Zeta Homepage]
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Colorado College established 1874, Colorado Springs, Colorado


Delta Zeta founded November 4, 1932


1,832 initiates (as of June 2018)


Charter Members: Margaret Beatrice Bradfield, Betty Britain, Margaret Josephine Campbell, Dorothy Mabel Chamberlin, Isabel Gladys Conroy, Katherine Mary Herbert, Martha Hester Herbert, Ruth Laughlin, Georgia Charles Lindley, Dorothy Pauline Smith Pomeroy, Constance Postlethwaite, Adda Whaite Smith, Marion Ellen Tibbs, Eleanor Watts.

Some of Delta Zeta’s Outstanding Alumnae: (If you have chapter alumnae who have received recognition in any of these three categories, please list them with the date(s) of recognition.)

Fraternity Council Members:

Leonna Dorlac (Lilljeberg), Field Secretary 1938-1941; Director of Chapters 1940-1942; Hazel Round Wagner, Director of Membership 1964-1966, Director of Philanthropies 1960-1964; Katherine McDonald, Traveling Consultant 1984-1985; Mary Clarke (Dixon), Traveling Consultant 1986-1987; Vera Lewis Marine, Coordinator for Chapter Development 1985, Director of Alumnae 1987-1992; Julie Marine Leshay, Treasurer 2004-2008, Vice President 2008-2010, President 2010-2014


Loyalty Award:

Vera Lewis Marine, 1998


Alumnae Achievement Award Recipients:

Jane Stevenson Day, Ph.D., 2000, Archaeologist; curator; lecturer


Additional Outstanding Delta Zeta Alumnae:

Leonna Dorlac (Lilljeberg), Graduate Counselor, 1935-1937; Phyllis Brothers Long, Graduate Counselor 1945-1946; Katherine McDonald, Chapter Consultant 1985-1987



The Early Years[edit]

For years people said there would be no sororities on the Colorado College campus. When Alice Taylor Bemis donated the money for the women’s dormitory, Bemis Hall, she stipulated “no sorority houses.” In 1932, consultants on the reorganization of the college recommended national sororities, and the faculty unanimously approved, if “there be no change in the dormitory system.” Sororities came on campus, with lodges instead of houses, and all girls live in the dormitories.

“It all started when” the literary societies appeared on this campus. A very special women’s literary group, the third oldest, Hypatia, was organized in 1903. Its activities, character, and offices were in such form in the early 1930s, that an easy transition to national society was permitted.

Lucile Pattison Esmiol, Colorado, living in Colorado Springs, was approached by the college administration. She contacted Clara O. Pierce, Ohio State. Soon Marie Bryden Macnaughtan, Missouri, came to check the situation. Mrs. Esmiol, with a three-weeks-old baby at home, left for the Swampscott Convention to present the petition. On November 4, 1932, installation of Delta Zeta chapter took place in the Broadmoor Art Academy. The next day, there was a pledge service in the Shove Memorial Chapel. Festivities marked the weekend.

Mrs. Esmiol organized plans for an addition to the Hypatia clubhouse. The alumnae association raised money; and, with the help of a spring fashion show, more money was raised for the furniture fund. In September, 1933, open house for rushees took place in the roofless, new lodge. One year after installation, at a dedication ceremony and open house for the completed lodge, it was hailed as one of the most impressive sorority houses in the state. It was designed by C. Truman St. Clair and was described as “picturesque English stucco architecture …along 18th century lines.”

The honors bestowed on Delta Zeta that first year were to set the standard of general excellence which future Kappas would strive to equal or surpass. The chapter accepted a loving cup from Denver’s Panhellenic, an honor to be repeated through the years. In 1935, permanent possession of the cup was won, and the chapter continued to lead the campus in grade point average. Kappas were in Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Lambda Delta, Mortar Board, and won Fulbright Fellowships.

Delta Zetas were honored as queens of homecoming, Miami Triad, and of the Sigma Chi “Watermelon Bust.” Delta Zetas have consistently been recognized as campus leaders with many class commissioners, council members, staff members of Tiger and Catalyst, and president of the student body. Several Kappas were voted “Most Outstanding Senior Woman.”

There have been moments of elation over a surprise win of the annual song fest, and victory celebrations over winning grand prize for a homecoming float. There have been many occasions when the rewards were good times together, strengthened friendships, and loyalties.

The first of many annual baseball games with the Phi Delta Thetas began in 1933. The girls wore overalls and the boys wore dresses; the mayor of Colorado Springs threw out the first ball; 750 fans cheered. The Phi Delta Thetas won 36-33; the loser supplied the food for a picnic the next day.

The fortunes of the Delta Zetas as athletes fluctuated greatly. First place honors in the annual horse show were generally a sure thing in the 1930s. Later there were swimming meets, ice skating, archery, bowling, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. The chapter won some and lost some.

Campus life was never the same after the 1940s and World War II. “Minute Maids” was organized in the fall of 1941 and sorority girls sold war stamps at civic meetings and sporting events. They made war-stamp corsages to display in downtown store windows. Delta Zeltas took first aid courses, knit for the Red Cross, served as nurses’ aides, were USO hostesses, and scheduled regular open house for Navy and Marine trainees.

During the transition time of 1946, the Navy V-12 unit left and veterans began to return. Fraternities were reactivated and social life picked up. Tiger Town, Quonset huts for married students, was built. Freshman “dinkies”, freshman-sophomore fights, and the Kappa-Phi Delt baseball games were resumed. There was much stealing back and forth of the milk can trophy. That year the honor system was tried at the college and has lasted to the present day.

In 1950, the year of the forest fire which started on Cheyenne Mountain and threatened Camp Carson, Kappas joined with the Red Cross and handed out coffee and doughnuts to the fire fighters. Many of the fire fighters were college men.

In 1957, the silver anniversary of Delta Zeta was celebrated. On October 14, 1957, it was announced at a scholarship dinner that the chapter had won the Panhellenic award for highest fraternity scholarship for the eighth straight year. The following evening at a dessert at the lodge, alumnae and charter members recalled the early days of the chapter. February 13 and 14, 1959, was the first Greek weekend on campus. Every waking hour was filled. The unlucky Kappa team came in last in the donkey race.

The system of deferred rush began in 1963. There were no new pledges from the spring of 1962 to January, 1963. This was part of a recognized scholastic program and calendar at Colorado College in order that first semester could be completed before Christmas vacation. Deferred rushing took place between semesters during the long vacation.

Through the next years, although the Greek system was slowly being deemphasized on the campus, Delta Zeta held staunchly to their values and to the importance of Kappa in their lives. It was no easy task to enter the turbulent late 1960s, when revolutionary changes were occurring in campuses all over the country. Traditions were being overthrown and academic programs were made more relevant. Mathias Hall became coeducational.

Along with the overturning of tradition came inevitable attacks on the Greek system. Delta Zeta listened and decided that some attacks were true, but that Kappa ideals would stand the test of time. The girls decided not to throw out Kappa ideals but to give them new focus through individual and collective action.

The new community involvement was evident in 1971 and 1972 when Delta Zetas began to tutor students at the Brockhurst Boys Ranch in Green Mount Falls. The ranch is a home for boys who have been in trouble. There they may receive help in a homelike atmosphere. Fall 1972 marked the beginning of fall rushing for the first time in six years.

The Kappas of the 1970s, taking the best of tradition, and the best of change, are trying to become a more relevant chapter.

The previous information was excerpted from The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, 1870-1976. The information that follows has been gleaned from available resources including Chapter History Reports, chapter meeting minutes, letters and comments from chapter members and alumnae, the Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity Archives, and The Key. Each chapter is expected to update its history record annually. Contact Fraternity Headquarters at kkghq@kkg.org with questions.

Highlights of the 1970s[edit]

Delta Zetas were a diverse group of women who liked to hike, travel, dance, and play musical instruments. Greek life was very active socially and all-campus formals were held at the Broadmoor. Fraternities and sororities regularly volunteered with the Special Olympics. The chapter worked on varying their social programming to address attendance challenges and focused on meeting efficiency.


Highlights of the 1980s[edit]

Study abroad programs gained popularity at Colorado College and many Delta Zeta members participated. The campus administration was not as supportive of Greek life, so the chapter concentrated on developing support of local alumnae and regularly invited other sororities to dinners and philanthropic events to build unity.

The Kappa Kabaret event became a tradition to benefit the American Cancer Society and funds were also raised for “Chins Up,” a local organization that provided temporary housing and counseling for homeless youth. Social traditions included the Kite and Key formal with Kappa Alpha Theta, the Senior Banquet, and Mom/Daughter Week for pledges. Members took a special visit to NORAD in 1987 and continued to focus on academic achievement as individuals and as a chapter.


Highlights of the 1990s[edit]

Delta Zeta members continued to participate in study abroad programs, bringing challenges to maintaining consistent chapter leadership and experience with recruitment, but the chapter maintained their success with academic excellence and received a number of awards from the campus, Order of Omega, and the Fraternity.

The campus Panhellenic hosted Peak Panhellenic for a few years during which members from all three NPC groups hiked the 14,110 foot Pikes Peak to raise awareness for breast cancer. Regular chapter philanthropy events included fundraisers for the March of Dimes; Reading is Fundamental, and the Kappa Foundation.

The chapter began the tradition of weekly house lunches in addition to social events like Halloween Mystery Date Party, Kappa Crush Valentine’s Day Formal, and Greek Weekend. Members were involved in Panhellenic and Order of Omega leadership, the Student Alumni Association, student government, and a number of sports including lacrosse, rugby, and swimming and diving. The Colorado College Master Plan called for moving fraternities and sororities to a central quadrangle and much of the decade included plans for the move and renovation of the house, which would be physically relocated in 1999.


A New Millennium - Highlights of 2000-2010[edit]

The beginning of the new millennium brought Delta Zeta challenges with declining numbers in recruitment and the continuation of many members leaving for study abroad programs, but the chapter focused on maintaining its scholastic success and built unity with old and new traditions. House lunches continued to be a favorite weekly ritual throughout the decade. The Kappa’s Mr. CC beauty pageant became a popular fundraiser for all of campus and the chapter regularly filled two teams for Relay for Life, becoming the top campus fundraiser in 2007. The fully realized Greek housing project strengthened unity within the fraternity and sorority community and the campus welcomed back two men’s fraternities that had closed in recent years. The House Board redecorated the newly relocated Kappa house on the quad at the end of the decade.


Highlights of 2011 –2019[edit]

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Highlights of 2011==

2011 was a great year for the Delta Zeta chapter. Our chapter had the highest GPA of all sororities on campus, again. The chapter had two teams at Relay for Life in the spring, and held the annual fundraiser, Mr. CC, at Shove Chapel (for the first time) and it was a great success. We started a photo wall in the house and even made a scrapbook for the year. During Greek Week, our chapter hosted Zumba night and at the end of the week, two girls won the spirit award and represented the house.

Campus: On July 1, 2011, Jill Tiefenthaler became Colorado College's new president. Also, Sigma Chi and Phi Gamma Delta re-joined CC's Greek community, after working with the school and their nationals to work through some problems.

Chapter: In 2011, our chapter tried a new philanthropy event. During Halloween, we tried a Trick-or-Treat for canned goods which was a great success. Also, our chapter won the Eta Province Award for highest GPA in the province. And we were one of the top three fundraising teams for Relay for Life.

Our chapter had difficulty during recruitment. Formal recruitment in the fall was very weak only a total of three girls were recruited. Our house was the smallest house on campus with a total of 37 girls in the chapter. We plan on addressing this coming year by wearing the letters and keys to promote Kappa every Friday.


Highlights of 2012[edit]

This year has been successful for the Delta Zeta chapter. As a chapter we receive honorable mention for Academic Excellence at convention. Furthermore at Province we received honorable mention for recruitment and the award for Excellency in Adviser Board Relations. This year we participated in our yearly philanthropic event called Mr.CC, which is male beauty pageant that is put on in order to raise money.

During the month of December we initiated 16 new members. This past year we increased membership enrollment from the previous term by 383% with a 96% retention rate. Our chapter has been able to tremendously improve our relationship with our advisers as well as other fraternities on campus and the surrounding community.

Many of the girls in the Delta Zeta chapter have been not only deeply involved in the chapter but also involved with the Colorado College community. As a Chapter we have been able to form strong bonds with each other due to the small size of our sorority. It makes for a very intimate environment. Recent changes on the Colorado College campus have included a more diverse freshmen class.


Highlights of 2013[edit]

During the Spring semester of 2013 the Delta Zeta chapter brought back informal Friday lunches at Benji’s, one of the on-campus restaurants. During the spring semester the Education Chairman taught the chapter how to prepare for formal events that could occur during one’s college career, or in a business setting. The Education Chairman presented on attire and behavior appropriate for black tie, cocktail, and business casual occasions. The chapter also had a healthcare tutorial, which also incorporated natural facial and body scrubs, during an education night. The Delta Zeta Chapter also received the Scholarship Award, an all-Greek honor for the Greek house with the highest grade point average on campus. In terms of philanthropy, the spring semester involved the Delta Zeta chapter volunteered at the Colorado College Children’s Center and Colorado College Soup Kitchen.

The 2013 fall semester started with a sisterhood event that was held at the Colorado College Cabin, where the chapter partook in leadership and corporation tasks on the Cabin’s ropes course. Other sisterhood events included a Mary Kay spa night, chapter skate at a downtown Colorado Springs ice rink, and a Halloween movie night where the chapter watched Hocus Pocus. For Founder’s day the chapter had brunch with local Alumnae Association. The Delta Zeta chapter was also ranked second for highest GPA of Kappa Chapters. During the fall semester the chapter started volunteering at Pikes Peak Prep three days a week as tutors. The Delta Zeta also held the annual philanthropy event, Mr. CC, an all-male beauty pageant.

In the last year Colorado College renovated the campus gym, El Pomar, making the gym 50 percent bigger and significantly more energy efficient. The college also renovated one of the main resident halls on campus, Slocum Hall.

The Delta Zeta chapter is a close group of girls who are working hard to improve in all areas of work and to be as efficient as possible. The chapter is growing and becoming a well-known name on campus through our philanthropy and academic excellence.

Highlights of 2014[edit]

2014 was a successful year for Delta Zeta in all fronts.

Academically, the women of Delta Zeta have excelled once more. At Convention over the summer, Delta Zeta took home the Academic Excellence Award, as well as honorable mention in the Finance, Recruitment, and Ritual categories. On campus, the chapter achieved the highest GPA of the three sororities at Colorado College.

Around campus and around Colorado Springs, the women of Delta Zeta have made an impact through active participation and leadership throughout the surrounding communities. Sisters have taken on roles as leaders in the Colorado College community through their extracurricular activities, their jobs, and as mentors and tutors for their peers and for the children of the Colorado Springs community. Some activities include: canvassing for candidates for the 2014 midterm elections, certification to instruct for the R.A.D Self Defense course, and all types of internships from hospitals around the country to the catwalks of Denver.

In the fall of 2014, the Delta Zeta chapter held a new philanthropy event: The Hungry, Hungry Kappapillar. This new event was a pie eating contest outside of the college’s campus center, accompanied by a $1 book sale and a bake sale with goods made by members. Contestants from all walks of CC life, from athletes to Campus Safety officers participated to raise money for Reading is Fundamental.

The chapter has been working towards forming stronger bonds with the Colorado Springs Alumnae Association, as well as with the chapter advisers. Additionally, Delta Zeta and the Greek community at Colorado College have been working at promoting a stronger Panhellenic community and presence between the three sororities and the greater community on campus.

Overall, both the individuals of Delta Zeta and the chapter at large have maintained an ever-growing and positive presence on the Colorado College campus and in the Colorado Springs community in 2014.

During the fall of 2014, Colorado College made a controversial move to close down the weekly on-campus community kitchen for a variety of reasons. Otherwise, the Colorado College campus did not see much major change in 2014.

Throughout 2014, the women of Delta Zeta are fortunate to have had a wealth of opportunities to grow closer both within and without the chapter lodge. Monthly sisterhood events, “study parties,” and Monday meetings have all allowed members to form connections in the house; meanwhile, shared classes, extra-curriculars, and much more have strengthened those initial connections and promoted stronger bonds between the chapter as a whole. Monthly education nights have allowed the members of our chapter to grow individually and as a group, with events such as an etiquette dinner, a talk on staying healthy in the sick season, a talk on financial planning, and a presentation from Campus Safety on self-defense and assault prevention.

In 2014, the women of Delta have been characterized by strong scholarship, strong leadership from both Chapter Council and members, and an ever-growing sisterhood and network of support throughout the chapter.

We hold meetings in our on-campus lodge, which is on land owned by the school. However, as part of the dues each active pays, each active member since the 1970s holds a share of the house.

Our chapter's lodge is not residential and, aside from visiting Kappas, does not house anybody. However, many sisters throughout the years have lived together in both on-campus and off-campus housing. Additionally, many sisters have lived or currently live in the same buildings as other sisters, thus fostering a strong bond between members despite not living together.

Our lodge is chapter owned, on university owned land. The lodge was built in 1932, initially located on the west side of the Colorado Campus, and underwent major renovations in 1934. In 1996, under the first female college president, the house was moved to east campus along with the rest of the Greek housing, where it stands today. The lodge itself is the same, though it has undergone renovations, remodeling, and relocation throughout its years as a place for the women of Delta Zeta to convene.


Highlights of 2015[edit]

In 2015, the members of the Delta Zeta chapter have remained highly involved in the Colorado College community and have worked towards establishing a stronger presence on campus as a chapter. The Delta Zeta chapter has maintained its strong academic performance and had a successful fall Recruitment, culminating in 11 new initiates to the chapter in November. The women of Delta Zeta have continued to serve as active leaders and participants in the Colorado College and Colorado Springs community throughout the past year. Our sisters lead in all facets of campus life, from before new students arrive on campus until after the residences close. Several of our actives work as Resident Advisors in the residence halls. Many sisters have also served as New Student Orientation leaders, who co-lead a small group of incoming students on a student led trip. Several of our sisters are involved in Dance Workshop, which showcases a variety of dance pieces each semester with student dancers and choreographers.

This year’s Hungry, Hungry Kappapiller event, as well as the accompanying book drive and bake sale, were well attended and successful, and the Delta Zeta chapter raised $675 for Reading is Fundamental, the Kappa Foundation, and for a local organization, TESSA. The chapter has also begun a relationship with a local elementary school, Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary, where sisters tutor young students in math and reading.

Overall, the Delta Zeta chapter has continued to work towards forming stronger bonds with one another, with our community, and with the other Greek organizations on campus. Describe the recent changes on your campus and describe the overall nature of your chapter. In 2015, Colorado College has made great progress on the upcoming renovation of the Tutt Library. The college has also launched programs to encourage dialogue between students and faculty alike on difficult topics such as race, the hook-up culture, and diversity at the school. The Delta Zeta chapter has seen much growth throughout recent years. However, the women of Delta Zeta have remained dedicated to strong academic performance. The members of our chapter also have diverse interests. Each woman’s unique talents and extracurricular involvements come together to make the chapter a place for sisters to discover new organizations and interests through a familiar face.

The women of Delta Zeta in 2015 have been characterized by a strong commitment to academics, to leadership in Kappa as well as outside of the chapters, and to strengthening the organization and bonds within the chapter.

Traditionally, the Delta Zeta chapter has supported TESSA, a local organization devoted to providing resources for survivors of domestic violence. We have donated money raised from our philanthropic events to TESSA each year, and collaborated with other Greek organizations at Colorado College to raise money for this organization. The Delta Zeta chapter has also traditionally been involved in tutoring local, elementary aged children in the Colorado Springs community. This fall, we began a partnership with Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary School, where twice a week sisters devote hours to helping young students with their math and reading skills.

We support TESSA because this organization does great work for Colorado Springs by providing excellent aid and educational opportunities. TESSA has a strong and valuable relationship with the Greek organizations on the campus and with the greater Colorado College community.

We have chosen to form a relationships with the Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary School because the faculty and students at the school are enthusiastic about our partnership and share a commitment to providing an enriched and diverse learning experience for their students. Our tutoring program this semester has been very successful, and the chapter hopes to develop a stronger relationship with the school going forward.

Highlights of 2016[edit]

2016 was a very successful year for the Delta Zeta chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma at Colorado College.

At Convention, held in San Diego over summer, Delta Zeta took home the Panhellenic Award and was runner-up for the Standards award.

We had a very successful Fall Recruitment, followed by COB, resulting in a total of 11 new members hailing from all classes; all 11 new members were initiated in November.

Delta Zeta members continue to excel both in and out of the classroom. Many of our members have received scholarships from the Kappa Foundation, as well as from the college and outside sources. Our sisters are leaders all across campus, acting as mentors and working towards the betterment of the school as a whole. A handful of actives are Resident Advisors, responsible for assisting and supervising students living on campus. Many DZ members have served as New Student Orientation leaders, as well as FYE Mentors, who serve as mentors to freshman students during their first year at CC. Some our of sisters serve as writing and math tutors, while others help tutor in various language departments. Lots of our senior sisters have been accepted into graduate, medical, and dental schools nationwide. Several active members are on CC sports teams, while others are involved in the arts. A great number of sisters have been in various performances this year, including the spring musical and Dance Workshop, which is a student-run dance show in which CC students both perform and direct various pieces.

Delta Zeta’s annual philanthropy event, Hungry Hungry Kappapiller was very successful. With a pie eating contest, a bake sale, and a book drive, the Delta Zeta chapter raised approximately $500, which was split between the Kappa Foundation and Reading is Fundamental. Our chapter has also continued our positive relationship with Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary School, where sisters tutor elementary school students in both math and reading comprehension.

Despite the continued renovation of the Tutt Library, the women of Delta Zeta have remained devoted to their studies. The college has made available many alternative study-spaces on campus, which sisters are effectively utilizing. The college has also continued dialogue and educational programs surrounding the issues of race, sex, gender, identity, diversity, and inclusivity.

Not only are our members involved within the panhellenic and general college community as a whole, but in the wider Colorado Springs community as well. The women of Delta Zeta have been described as strong, compassionate, and dedicated, with a commitment to the betterment of the Delta Zeta chapter, and the fraternity as a whole.

Traditionally, the Delta Zeta chapter has supported RIF and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation, as well as being involved in the tutoring of young children within the Colorado Springs community. For the second year in a row, we partnered with Alice Bemis Taylor Elementary School; twice a week, Delta Zeta members donate their time to helping teach young students math and English.


Highlights of 2017[edit]

The Delta Zeta chapter at Colorado College was prosperous for the 2017 year. Fall Recruitment and COB were successful; Delta Zeta initiated nine new members in mid-November. The members of Delta Zeta are well-rounded individuals who are active in various aspects of fraternity and college life.

Delta Zeta's new philanthropy event, Kappa Karnival, debuted in September. This event included a bouncy house, bake sale, and face-painting, among others. Our chapter raised $424, which was donated to Reading is Fundamental (RIF). Further, our chapter has continued its relationship with Taylor Elementary School, where sisters tutor children in various subjects, as well as build positive relationships with them. The Delta Zeta chapter highly values academics and we believe that it is worthwhile to donate our time to these young students at Taylor.

Members of Delta Zeta excel both inside and outside of the classroom. Sisters have received scholarships from the Denver Kappa Friendship Fund, Kappa Foundation, Boettcher Foundation, House Board, Women's Educational Society, and the Service Leadership Award, among others. Sisters lead and mentor within the College community. Some examples of such leadership are Resident Advisers, who supervise students who live on campus, First Year Experience Mentors, who acclimate students to the new college environment, and Writing Center Tutors, who assist students with academic papers. Kappas at Colorado College remain devoted to their studies. The newly completed Tutt Library has facilitated the hardworking nature of the members of Delta Zeta. Our sisters are involved and interested in the social, political, economic and cultural workings of the greater community, as well as throughout the world.

Delta Zeta members highly value sports as fun and healthy extracurricular activities. Such activities include Colorado College's Club Hockey, basketball and rugby teams. We also have a DZ member who is a qualified Zumba instructor. A great number of sisters are involved in Dance Workshop, the Tiger Eyes Dance Team, Theater Workshop, GlobeMed, the Student Organization of Sexual Safety, the College's newspaper, "The Catalyst," and the Health Professions Club.

The women of Delta Zeta have been described as strong, compassionate, and dedicated, with a commitment to the betterment of the Delta Zeta chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. Though our chapter lodge is non-residential, members make a continual effort to attend weekly chapter meetings. Many groups of sisters choose to live together in on- and off-campus housing. All in all, Delta Zeta and its members are thriving in academic, social and fraternity life.

We support Taylor Elementary by donating our time there because the school faculty and staff are excited to have a strong relationship with us, and because of our shared commitment to providing a dynamic and worthwhile education to young students. We hope to continue this partnership moving forward.

The Delta Zeta chapter holds meetings in lodge that is located on campus and owned by Colorado College. However, a portion of each actives dues goes towards the house, so that each active holds a share of the house, a policy that had been in place since the early 1970s. While our house is not residential, it does have the capacity to house visiting sisters. Even though DZ members do not live in the house, our sisters form strong bonds, and many live together, both on and off campus.


Highlights of 2018[edit]

The Delta Zeta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma at Colorado College experienced many triumphs during the 2018 school year. Delta Zeta is proud to have received an honorable mention award for Chapter/Advisory Board Relations this year at Convention. Through COB and Fall Recruitment, the Delta Zeta Chapter welcomed sixteen phenomenal women to our chapter, and the members of the chapter continue to excel academically and remain involved in a variety of work and extracurricular opportunities across campus and in the Colorado Springs community.

Delta Zeta's new philanthropy event, CC's Next Top Tiger, debuted in November. This talent show encompassed acts from singing to juggling and brought members from across campus together for an amazing night of entertainment. Through ticket sales and event fundraising, our chapter raised $1800, which was donated to Reading is Fundamental. Further, our members volunteer throughout the community by teaching Spanish to children, mentoring 8th grade students, helping at a cat shelter, and working with Public Achievement, an organization that encourages civic engagement among young members of the community.

Members of Delta Zeta excel both inside and outside of the classroom. In the past year, our sisters have received scholarships from the Denver Kappa Friendship Fund, Kappa Foundation, the Delta Zeta House Board, and the Boettcher Foundation, among others. Outside of the classroom at Colorado College, our members are Resident Advisors, First Year Experience Mentors, New Student Orientation Leaders, and Writing Center Tutors. Additionally, Kappas at CC are members of the Blue Key Honor Society, the Student Organization for Sexual Safety, and the President's Council, which serves as an advisory board to the President of the College.

Delta Zeta members are also very involved in sports on campus. Such activities include Colorado College's club hockey, figure skating, varsity lacrosse and swimming, and several competitive intramural teams. Additionally, a great number of sisters are involved in the arts through Dance Workshop, Theater Workshop, and arts adjunct classes. We even have a sister that created her own fashion line! In addition to work and extracurricular involvement, the members of Delta Zeta remain dedicated to their studies and illustrate passion and stellar academic achievement in their classes.

The strength and dedication depicted by women of Delta Zeta have contributed to the growth of our chapter commitment and betterment of the Fraternity as a whole. Though we do not live in our chapter lodge, members make a continual effort to attend weekly chapter meetings, and we often have movie nights and study hours in the house by the fire. Many groups of sisters choose to live together in on- and off-campus housing. The members of Delta Zeta are excited to continue growing and celebrating successes in academic, social and fraternity life.


Highlights of 2019[edit]

Delta Zeta Chapter had a very successful 2019. Fall recruitment and COB were extremely successful as Delta Zeta initiated thirteen new members in early December. The members of the chapter are unique and accomplished individuals who are active in many aspects of fraternity and college life. Sisters have received scholarships from the Delta Zeta House Board, the Denver Kappa Friendship Fund, Pauahi Scholarship, among others. Sisters lead and mentor within the College community. Examples of their leadership include working as Resident Advisers, working for the campus newspaper, athletic marketing interns and sports media assistants. Their work outside of the college community is varied, including working with the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney in Hawaii, working as a designer for Burberry, and on a ranch in Wyoming. Delta Zeta members highly value sports as fun and healthy extracurricular activities. Many are also involved with the Dance Workshop, Theater Workshop, the Student Organization of Sexual Safety, volunteering at Planned Parenthood and the Health Professions Club.

Colorado College has just begun building its new hockey arena which will be completed for the 2021-2022 academic year. This will make the Colorado College Tiger hockey games much more accessible to students and the greater community.

Our philanthropic event, CC's Next Top Tiger, occurred in November of this year. The event had 12 brilliantly talented acts; the winner was a fantastic singer and the other acts consisted of very talented musicians. The chapter was able to raise $990 from ticket sales and raffle ticket sales. Half of the money was donated to Reading is Fundamental and the other half was donated to TESSA (a local organization that promotes lifestyles without domestic violence). After working with Taylor Elementary School for many years, the chapter is currently considering choosing another organization to support because the school's needs are difficult to match with class schedules.

Delta Zeta held our Founders Day celebration at our fairly new and beautiful Fine Arts center this year. We had a great turnout of alumnae and active members, both of whom had a great time getting to know one another and enjoying some great Italian food. We are still considering ideas for celebrating the Fraternity's sesquicentennial anniversary. Most of our ideas currently involve some type of philanthropy.

Highlights of the 2020s[edit]

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