When you cross the burning sands, you forge a new sisterhood with the women who crossed along with you. As you begin your sorority journey together, it’s hard to imagine your life without these sisters in it. You do everything together. You are a support and a cheerleader for each other. As the years pass and your lives take you in different directions, some of you may move and join separate alumnae chapters. Your connection and bond with your line sisters will shift. You will transition from being each other’s immediate confidant to a new role. While you still treasure your relationship and c ..read more

Legacy: (noun) the long-lasting impact of particular events, actions, etc., that took place in the past, or of a person’s life. The 22 women who decided to branch away from Alpha Kappa Alpha and begin their own sorority (that they named Delta Sigma Theta) changed innumerable lives. They changed the trajectory of their own lives. They changed the lives of every woman who would cross lines as a Delta Sigma Theta initiate. They changed the lives of the individuals every Delta has touched through their countless hours of service. Delta Sigma Theta was founded on January 13, 1913, so this month, we ..read more

What takes the relationships that form in sororities from friendships to sisterhood? The memories, the experiences, and the bonding. The holiday season is the perfect time for bonding between sisters. Here are the top ten ways that you can facilitate bonding in your chapter this winter season: 1. Go caroling You may not have Mariah Carey’s range, but your effort will bring a smile to anyone you sing to. Gather a group of sisters and either go door-to-door, to someone specific in your sorority who needs some uplifting, or to a nursing home. 2. Decorate for your meetings Everyone loves places wi ..read more

For collegiate sorority chapters, sorority sisters may want to use the opportunity to network and build connections with other campus organizations. What are the best ways for these chapters to foster relationships between organizations? Some individuals shared some connection ideas. Keep reading to find out what they recommend. Hassan Sanders Founder and CEO of Diabetic Insurance Solutions. Participate in School-Wide Activities College sororities give students a sense of belonging and opportunities for personal development. A key component of their presence is creating and maintaining par ..read more

Throughout the history of this country, the difficulties faced by the African American community have evolved. As strong social equality advocates, the Divine Nine are there to provide support and resources to the African American community as a whole. How do these fraternities and sororities respond to the changing demands and difficulties African Americans face? Some observant individuals have shared the adjustments they have seen the Divine Nine make. Keep reading to find out what they are. Hassan Sanders Founder and CEO of Diabetic Insurance Solutions. Establishing Scholarship Programs ..read more

As the temperature drops and the holidays approach, our hearts often grow warmer. We may find ourselves turning to those in our lives who bring us joy. We may feel inclined to give gifts to let these loved ones know just how much they mean to us. Whichever gift-exchanging holiday you celebrate this wintertime, we have your sorority sisters covered here. We compiled a list of gift ideas for any sorority sister in your life. This list will come in handy whether your chapter is holding a Secret Santa gift exchange or you simply want to give gifts to some of the sisters in your sorority to let the ..read more

Help create a supportive and understanding environment. Learn the 7 effective ways to support sisters through depression and anxiety. 7 Ways to Support Sisters Through Depression and Anxiety You may feel depressed about your favorite shoe store closing, but major depressive disorder (depression) is more than a fleeting feeling. Likewise, anxiety disorders cause more disruption to normal life than fretting about what to wear to the next DST event. Depression and anxiety are medical illnesses that make life difficult. Chances are someone in your chapter is dealing with one or both of these disor ..read more

When you join a sorority, you are now a representative of the organization. While your personal social media account is yours, you do want to represent the organization well. Some limitations may be helpful to guide acceptable social media behavior. A few individuals shared their thoughts on sorority members’ use of social media. Keep reading to find out what limitations they suggest. Scott Allen Co-Founder & Licensed Agent at Seniors Life Insurance Finder. Nothing Discriminatory It is important for sorority members to be aware of the limitations of posting anything related to their or ..read more

Sorority members don’t just refer to each other as sisters without reason; they become a family. Family is there through the good and the bad. How do sororities help one of their own during her trials? Some sorority supporters shared their thoughts on this below. Keep reading to find out about ways these organizations support their sisters. Jamie River Editor of Passive Book. Workshops on Stress Management and Self-care Sororities create a sense of sisterhood and belonging. When a member is going through a difficult time, she can rely on her sisters for emotional support and understanding ..read more

Culture is the way of life for a group of people. You might all be wearing matching Delta Sigma Theta shirts, but becoming a unified chapter is more than just looking fly. Chapter culture starts with the individual actions of each member. Here are nine ways you can influence the culture within your chapter. 1. Gratitude. You can never say, “Thank you!” too many times. Expressing gratitude to your sisters shows you value them, their time, and their work. Your example can help set the tone for being appreciative. Everyone contributes to the work of the sorority, so go out of your way to acknowle ..read more