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The Delta Sigma Theta sorority has made their return to the University of West Georgia. The Deltas are one of the National Pan-Hellenic Council’s active sororities at UWG. Prior to their return, sorority members of Zeta Phi Beta and Sigma Gamma Rho were the only options.
The Deltas were inactive for several years, but many females still waited until their arrival to pledge.
“I waited for Delta because nothing else was in my heart,” said new member Aleta Watson. “I never had the desire to join Zeta or SGRho, although those are amazing organizations and I have friends in both sororities. I was determined that if I couldn’t become a Delta, I wouldn’t be Greek at all.”
Line President Daja Ashford-Anthony said there were several reasons she waited to pledge Delta Sigma Theta.
“When I moved to Georgia, the prominent figures in my church were all Deltas,” said Ashford-Anthony. “I wanted to be like them, so I did research and discovered that the organization they represented was far richer than I could have imagined.”
“I chose Delta because of the rich history and values that should be the foundation of every Delta woman,” said Brandi Jones, new member.
The probate introducing the new members was held in UWG’s Coliseum in March. Many students attended the event to the see the unveiling of the spring 2010 line. The new members sported red and white colors on shirts, bags, license plates and Facebook photos and statuses, representing the colors of their sorority and sisterhood.
“I have acquired almost anything and everything Delta in such a short time,” said Watson, “from elephants to keychains, to toothbrush holders and pencils.”
Others close to the new members were just as pleased about their accomplishments.
“I have received so much love from the sisterhood, friends, family and other Greeks,” said Watson.
“The people who were close to me expected it and were very proud and supportive,” said Jones.
Now that the sorority is back, they plan to contribute more than just their letters to the West Georgia campus.
“Deltas will bring change,” said Amanda Thompson. “We are very much looking forward to working to help serve not only the UWG community, but also the Carrollton area.”
“We plan to continue the good works and community service of our older ‘sorors’ of this chapter,” said Watson.
“The Deltas will add balance to campus life,” said Ashford-Anthony.
“We will definitely bring about some positive influence on-campus and throughout the community,” Jones said. “Look out now, the campus will be painted red!”
Although this line has only been a part of the sorority for a short time, the new members said that they have learned a lot.
“It has taught me a lot, but the meaning of sisterhood stands out for me,” said Thompson.
Ashford-Anthony agreed. She mentioned that as line president, she had also learned to maintain and keep the peace between 64 women.
“Being a Delta has taught me more than we have time for,” said Ashford-Anthony. “I am a better daughter, sister, girlfriend and friend to my loved ones.”
“Becoming a Delta has given me the experience of achieving something great with my fellow sisters,” said Jones. “Interacting with different types of personalities and characteristics is giving me the adversity I need to grow and is helping me to become a more selfless and motivated person.”
The Deltas may have been gone for a while, but one thing is for sure – they have officially returned. Keep eyes open for them on-campus and around the community.