Delta Phi Epsilon (DPhiE)
Delta Phi Epsilon is an international social sorority redefining sisterhood. In 1917, five women at New York University School of Law couldn’t find an inclusive organization that would accept them. So they started their own. Dorothy, Ida, Minna, Eva, and Sylvia (affectionately the DIMES) founded Delta Phi Epsilon with the purpose of being accepting of all races and religions – one of the first non-sectarian social sororities to do so. Through tradition, innovation and opportunities for growth, members are a force for positive change in their communities and the world. DPhiE’s global sisterhood transcends boundaries and goes beyond friendship, sharing a commitment to growth, inclusivity, and making a lasting impact.
Gamma Nu Chapter of Delta Phi Epsilon at Shawnee State University was chartered in 2012
Motto
“esse quam videri” meaning “to be, rather than to seem to be.”
Mission
To provide a sisterhood experience rich with tradition, innovation, and opportunities for growth.
Vision
Delta Phi Epsilon inspires and empowers their sisterhood to engage in a lifetime of leadership and service.
Philanthropy
The National Association for Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD)
As the first international sorority to pledge regular support to ANAD, Delta Phi Epsilon began its commitment and formal affiliation with the organization in 1985. Delegates during the 1983 convention determined that the philanthropic projects, such as ANAD would ‘better reflect the needs of young people today.’
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF)
Phyllis Kossoff, Delta Chapter of Delta Phi Epsilon at Hunger College was instrumental in founding the CFF, with a mission to find a cure for the genetic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system.
Important Symbols
DPhiE’s Peals
Also a part of the sorority’s membership development program
DPhiE’s Flower:
The Iris
DPhiE’s Colors
Royal purple and Pure gold
DPhiE’s Coat of Arms
DPhiE’s Mascot
Unicorn- Seen as a symbol of what is good and pure in the world
Creed
We believe sisterhood is a promise for life, chosen with intention and lived with purpose.
Guided by Justice, Sisterhood, and Love, we choose to be rather than to seem to be, letting our actions reflect our values.
We honor our Ritual as the heart of our bond, connecting generations through shared meaning and trust.
As our lives change, our sisterhood endures. What we give may evolve, yet our commitment remains.
We grow in self, in knowledge, and in service, thinking beyond ourselves for the common good.
As Sisters, we hold one another to the highest standards.
This is our honor. This is our responsibility. This is our tradition.
This is Sisterhood for a Lifetime. This is Delta Phi Epsilon.