The Concordian

Members of Delta Zeta [Click to enlarge]

Concord University’s chapter of Delta Zeta is a group that knows how to get things done, both on campus and in the community.

Founded in 1928 as the Delta Sigma Epsilon Sorority, in 1956 they merged with Delta Zeta and officially became the Concord chapter of Delta Zeta Sorority. This year, Delta Zeta has its full limit of 40 members, 15 of which are new initiates.

Delta Zeta, just as other sororities and fraternities on campus, supports a number of philanthropies. In particular, they support the speech and hearing community. Gallaudet University, which is the only university in the U.S. that provides undergraduate programs to the deaf, dedicated the Delta Zeta dance studio in 1995. The dance floor allows dancers to feel the vibrations of the music, and was purchased with funds raised by Delta Zeta.

Another philanthropy that Delta Zeta supports is the Painted Turtle Camp. This camp provides a week of camp and care for children who are chronically ill or have life-threatening diseases. It is associated with Paul Newman’s Hole in The Wall Campus.

“Not only have I met lifelong friends,” says Kat Weldon, DZ president, “but I’ve also had the opportunity to make a difference in my community.”

Delta Zeta also supports the Starkey Hearing Foundation, which buys hearing aids for people who cannot afford them. Because of the work of the Delta Zeta sorority, people all across the country can now hear better, thus providing them something that can too often be taken for granted. The members of Delta Zeta also get something in return for their efforts.

“Delta Zeta brings out the best in all of us,” says Weldon. “It helps all of its members reach their true potential.”

While Delta Zeta is at its member limit and will not be holding anymore interest meetings this semester, they will still hold interest meetings during the spring semester. If you are interested in learning more information about the Concord chapter of Delta Zeta, you can contact chapter president, Kat Weldon, at weldonk17@concord.edu.

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