Kappa Delta Chi has been a member organization of NALFO since 2000. Since then, KDChi has been a strong supporter of NALFO’s efforts.
Was founded in 1987, at Texas Tech University by four young women from the Rio Grande Valley. Their vision was to create something so special and unique that it would leave a legacy for others who followed. They recognized the need to unify and promote leadership amongst Hispanic women at the university. That vision became Kappa Delta Chi. With the strong foundations of service, Christianity and friendship, they created a sisterhood that 30 years later is stronger than ever. They sought to incorporate the principles of Unity, Honesty, Integrity, and Leadership into this organization
Through the hard work and dedication of all its members, Kappa Delta Chi is now one of the strongest Latina-based sororities in the country, and is proud to have the reputation of the most powerful network among Latinas leaders. With over 5,000 sisters made up of 70 undergraduate chapters and 20 graduate chapters across the country, KDChi’s goal is to help young women of all backgrounds achieve the dream of a higher education, to provide an opportunity to develop leadership skills, a world-wide network of professionals and to then continue to evolve into the leaders in the professional world while continuing to give back to the communities they live in. Undergraduate and alumnae members are recognized annually for their academic and professional achievements as well as their exemplary service contributions. The sisterhood takes pride in providing an average of over 40,000 hours of service to our surrounding communities and for holding a national grade point average above 3.0 on a four-point scale. KDChi is also an official certifying organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
Purpose
The purpose of Kappa Delta Chi is to promote the values of Unity, Honesty, Integrity and Leadership among women at colleges and universities. KDChi is a non-traditional sorority full of diverse members and ladies ready to make a difference in their communities. Through the hard work and dedication of all its members, Kappa Delta Chi is now one of the strongest Latina founded sororities in the country with members of all backgrounds
Mission Statement
Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. is a Latina-founded, 501 c 7, national sorority that fosters professional development, academics and lifelong learning, and higher education degree attainment; an organization dedicated to community service to institutions of higher education and the community with an emphasis on the Hispanic/Latino population.
About
Southwestern University Chapter Name: Alpha Tau Chapter
National Founding Date: April 6, 1987
Southwestern University Charter Date: December 1, 2010
Colors: Pink and Maroon
Flower: Pink Rose
Jewel: Emerald
Mascot: Penguin
GPA Requirement: 2.75
Contact: alphatau.nme@kappadeltachi.org
National Website: http://www.kappadeltachi.org/
Membership Requirements: http://www.kappadeltachi.org/become-a-member
Southwestern University Press Release in October 2023 about Kappa Delta Chi fostering sisterhood, service, and support.
Dues
New member - $275
Active member - $250
Dues Total (approximate) if join in first year and graduate in 4 years: $1,525
Events
Kappa Delta Chi hosts both private and open social/academic events. Additionally, every April Kappa Delta Chi hosts the César Chávez and Dolores Huerta Dinner.