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==Highlights of 2017==
This past year Delta Upsilon engaged in many events and activities on and off campus. The chapter hosted its two main philanthropic events, the Kappa Color Run and the Kappa Crawfish boil. All of the proceeds from these two events were given to Books for Keeps, which is a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing books to underprivileged children. Delta Upsilon also participated in SDT's Greek Grind, which raised more than $95,000 for Prevent Child Abuse America. Additionally, many chapter members volunteered as tutors for local children, helping them in many different subjects like reading and math. Kappa knows that sometimes life will throw you into situations out of your control, putting your ability to afford an education in jeopardy. This is why the Kappa Kappa Gamma Organization offers its members scholarships to help them out in times of need. Delta Upsilon believes that education is one of the most important tools in life, which is why the chapter partners with Reading Is Fundamental to encourage everyone to further their education. This past year DY continued to push and encourage its members academically, earning many of them awards in academic excellence. Delta Upsilon hosted and attended many fun social events, continuing to build its relationships with other sororities and fraternities. The chapter's formal was a major success this year with great music and food that everyone could enjoy. Overall, it was an amazing year in all aspects. Changes included the addition of the Business Learning Community to campus, which has benefitted many of the chapter's members, and at this point, 2/3 of the chapter's members are out-of-state, which is very unique for UGA's campus.
'''Philanthropy'''
Delta Upsilon continued to raise money for Books for Keeps, which is a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing books to underprivileged children. The chapter raises money through two different events, the Kappa Color Run in the Fall and the Kappa Crawfish Boil in the Spring. Delta Upsilon was able to raise enough money so that each child receives multiple books that s/he can read over the summer, helping to improve their education. The chapter is so proud of how much was raised for such a generous cause. Also DY is proud to call Reading is Fundamental its national philanthropic partner. Its mission is to encourage and motivate young children to read more in order to further their education. Kappas believe that reading is very important because when a child does not have to books, it makes achieving grade-level literacy very difficult, causing them to fall behind in school. This is why we are proud to partner with Books For Keeps.
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