Mission
Our mission is to empower and encourage our members to become Better Men – men of courage, men of action, and men of excellence.
Vision
Our vision is to become America’s leading fraternity, with an unparalleled leadership experience; recognized as among the most respected and influential organizations on campuses; and a culture that compels all living members to actively participate.
Welcome to the Iota Eta Chapter of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity! We are a dynamic and close-knit brotherhood dedicated to fostering personal growth, academic excellence, community engagement, philanthropy, and professional development.
In our Chapter, we believe in making a positive impact beyond ourselves. We are committed excellence by supporting philanthropy and actively engage in initiatives that support our local community. Through volunteer work, fundraising events, and partnerships with charitable organizations, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those around us. By dedicating our time and resources, we aim to create lasting change and inspire others to join us in our philanthropic endeavors.
In addition to our commitment to service, we prioritize the professional development of our members. We understand the importance of preparing for successful careers and aim to equip our brothers with the skills, knowledge, and connections necessary for their professional journeys. Through mentorship programs, career workshops, networking events, and internships, we provide valuable opportunities for our members to explore their interests, gain practical experience, and build a strong foundation for their future careers.
Academic success, leadership development, and personal integrity remain core principles of our chapter. We foster an environment that encourages intellectual growth, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for learning. Through leadership programs, workshops, and involvement in campus organizations, we empower our brothers to become effective leaders who positively influence their communities.
Our fraternity prides itself on cultivating lifelong bonds of brotherhood that extend beyond our college years. We cherish the values of respect, inclusivity, and personal integrity, which serve as the foundation of our chapter's culture. By joining the Iota Eta Chapter of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity, you become part of a supportive network that will last a lifetime.
We welcome you to embrace a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for personal growth, academic excellence, community service, philanthropy, and professional development. Together, we will embark on a journey of meaningful experiences, lasting friendships, and endless opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Delta Sigma Phi has always prided itself on being the atypical fraternity. Members and Fraternity leaders demonstrate compassion, inclusion and harmony. This began with our founding. By the late 1800s, several other fraternities already existed, but none awarded membership to both Christian and Jewish students. Much like the rest of the country, segregation was the norm; it was typical.
But on Dec. 10, 1899 by way of a secret meeting at City College of New York, Delta Sigma Phi was established as the first membership organization to initiate members from a variety of socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. Our Fraternity was founded on the principles of diversity and good character. Delta Sigma Phi incorporated with the purpose to spread “the principles of friendship and brotherhood among college men, without respect to race or creed.”
Today, our mission continues to embody that of our founding fathers, recognized as Meyer Boskey (an original founder from the Alpha Chapter at C.U.N.Y.) and Charles Tonsor (a recruit of Boskey’s at the Gamma Chapter at New York University), in all that we do today. Delta Sigma Phi has experienced solid growth across the continental United States, seen dramatic increases in Fraternity programming and constantly evaluates how to modernize the fraternity experience for men of high character.
Delta Sigma Phi founders built an atypical group during hostile times. Today, Delta Sig continues to link men of all backgrounds to spark a social movement. He aspires to be significant, communally engaged and atypical. He trumpets cooperation and collaboration with others.