Fraternities at SU

Phi Delta Theta

Phi Delta Theta (Photo credit: Southwestern University)

(Photo credit: Todd White)

(Photo credit: Todd White)

(Photo credit: Todd White)

(Photo credit: Southwestern University)

(Photo credit: Southwestern University)

(Photo credit: Southwestern University)

    Phi Delta Theta (Phi Delt) was founded at Miami University on December 26, 1848. The Texas Gamma chapter was founded at Southwestern in 1886. Phi Delt strives to develop young men who are prepared to enter the real world with a confidence and demeanor that will benefit them throughout their life. Phi Delt teaches men to be confident speakers, organized, and leaders within their communities.

    Purpose

    An international, social fraternity committed to an intense bond of friendship between brothers, to high academic achievement, and to living life with integrity.

    About

    National Founding Date: December 26, 1848 (Miami University)
    Southwestern University Charter Date: 1886
    Southwestern University Chapter Name: Texas Gamma
    Motto: Eis aner oudeis aner - One Man is No Man
    GPA Requirement: 2.5
    Philanthropy: LiveLikeLou Foundation, “Leaving ALS better than we found it”
    National Website
    Chapter Website

    Dues

    New Member Dues - $315
    Active Member Dues (semesterly) - $965
    Dues Total (approximate) if join in first year and graduate in 4 years: $6,105

    Scholarships: Gabe Wiley Lawson Endowment, Texas Gamma Undergraduate Scholarship Fund, Joseph W. Royce Whole Man Scholarship Fund, Spring Phikeia Class of 1981 Whole Man Scholarship Fund, Hoyt-Jolley Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship Fund, Texas Gamma Operational Housing Fund, and James Ewbank Harrison Presidents Scholarship Fund

    Events
    Fall Events: Tailgates for all fall football games, Ice-A-Phi Philanthropy Event, Steaks and Stogies Recruitment event, and their annual TOGA Party.
    Spring Events: Phi Slamma Jamma 3v3 Basketball Philanthropy Event, Annual Spring ALS car wash, and Powder Puff Philanthropy Flag Football Tournament.
    Contact Information

    President Charlie Fournier