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Delta Tau Delata

he groundwork for the Chapter at the University of TDelaware was laid in the fall of 1947, and on October 24th, 1948, when the local group received its chapter from . This school year, the members of Delta Upsilon Chapter were proud to celebrate their 40th anniversary on campus. Over those 40 years, the mission of the fraternity to further the pursuit of academic achievement, growth and maturity, and life-long friendships has remained the same. The group draws a diverse multitude of individ- uals from different backgrounds, races, and creeds who are committed to working together towards the organization's ideals.

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Since the establishment of the Rho Chapter on campus in the fall of 1986, the body has worked to fill its mission of developing the individual through the fraternal organiza- tion. Thus far the group has succeeded in attracting a diverse group of 42 men of different races, creeds, and backgrounds who share the common thread of brotherhood. (KDA) is first and foremost a social fraternity. They had a number of social functions this semester and capped it off with our fall semi-formal. KDA is not just parties and dances, howev- er. The organization is also a major contributor to the community with various service projects, such as our annual canned food drive.

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Phi Kappa Tau

Phi Kappa Tau (Phi Tau) is a very diverse brotherhood consisting of 113 energetic individuals. We pride our membership on its unity through diversity. After all, that's what it is all about; meeting all kinds of people, building lasting friendships, and getting the most out of your college experience. Phi Tau brothers are involved in many activities ranging from the Order of Omega, varsity lacrosse, and many intramural sports. Along with these, we enjoy an extensive and exciting social calendar consisting of semester formals, Founders' Day, Homecoming, Room Parties, the Toga Party, porchgates, and, of course, our famous Crab Feast, just to name a few. Also, every year our brothers work hard on campus and statewide events such as the 5K for Bruce, a looking fit contest, and Wheelchair Basketball. At the same time, we are working hard to upgrade our house and the Phi Tau property.

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he Delta Eta Chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha (PiKA) had a year for Twhich they can be proud. They were able to dominate the competition during this year's Greek festivities and defend their titles as champions of Greek Week and the Greek Games. They were also able to lend a helping hand to those in need by hosting their annual Haunted House which provided proceeds for Cystic Fibrosis. Thirty of the approximately 100 brothers live at the PiKA House at 313 Wyoming Road and are well represented in group activities with brothers in IFC, R.O.T.C., intramural and varsity athletics. PiKA also boasts of a large number of brothers involved in academic honor societies. To keep themselves busy, PiKA also held many mixers, parties, and formals. These were all capped by their Spring Weekend Formal.

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Sigma Chi Lambda

Sigma Chi Lambda is a fraternity interest group aspiring to become the 's Chapter of Sigma Chi National Fra- ternity, consisting of 53 active members. The organization's membership has a commitment to academics and personal excellence. They participate in a variety of community projects like blood drives, the "A Van for Judy" Campaign and others. In the fall, they co-sponsored a faculty reception that honored university professors and featured Senator Bill Roth. They also support a variety of intramural sports teams during all seasons. Sigma Chi Lambda also offers a number of social functions including tailgates, mixers with other Greeks, traditional theme parties, and semi- formals, all providing lots of fun to their members.

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he Delta Kappa Chapter of the Sigma Nu Fraternity, located at T20 East Main Street, consists of over 70 brothers. In the fall of 1988, the brotherhood was expanded with the addition of several new pledges. The highlight of their community services include the annual week long Rock-for-Diabetes fundraiser in which the brothers rocked in rocking chairs to raise money for diabetes research. The organization also sponsored an alcohol awareness program in cooper- ation with a local beer distributor. Sigma Nu participated in various intramural sports and placed third in the Greek Games to complete an active social calendar that included an array of activities and formals.

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he Delaware Alpha Chapter of Fraternity (Sig TEp) has a lot to offer to the well-rounded college man. Founded in 1901 at Richmond College, Sig Ep has grown to be the largest fraternity in the nation with over 300 chapters and colonies. The Delaware Alpha Chapter was founded in 1907 and has a long and successful history here at the University of Delaware. Currently the largest fraternity on cam- pus, the group continuously adds to its rich history. Delaware Alpha provides a wide range of programming for its broth- ers. In 1987, the Delaware Alpha Chapter received the Buchannon Cup, the most pretigious award given by our national fraternity which is granted every two years to 21 outstanding Sig Ep Chapters. Besides earning national recognition, Sig Ep has gained many University accom- plishments, actively participates in community service events, has a progressive social calendar, and partakes in a healthy academic atmo- sphere.

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Tau Kappa Epsilon

au Kappa Epsilon was founded in 1899 and is the world's Tlargest social fraternity. The Nu Pi Chapter of TKE was char- tered in 1971 and has become a leading fraternity at the University of Delaware. TKE brothers can be found holding leading positions in every facet of University life. They are involved in DUSC, Residence Life, ROTC, SPA, and IFC, along with varsity and intramural athletics. Socially, we hold mixers, formals, blind date parties, happy hours, and TKE "Boxer Shorts" parties. We also continue to raise money for St. Jude's Children's Hospital, our national charity. provides an education you just can't learn in the classroom. If you want to be part of a fraternity which equally empha- sizes academics, philanthropy, social events, and especially unrivaled brotherhood, then Tau Kappa Epsilon is it.

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he enthusiasm of (Alpha Chi) has not died down 7over the years, it has only grown stronger. This year 57 pledges were initiated into the organization in the fall this proud sisterhood. Above all other things, the sisters take a particular pride in their house located at 30 West Delaware Avenue, which holds 15 of the 145 active members. The Alpha Chi social scene was busy during the year with a variety of parties, formals, and mixers. The sorority ended the year with a third place showing in the 1989 Greek Games. In addition to an active social calendar, the organization has also been busy with a number of activities and projects including the Blue Hen Men Calendar, the National Stu- dents Against Drunk Driving (SADD) Campaign, and co-sponsoring the "Spike for Life" Volleyball tournament with Sorority and Fraternity to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis, their philanthropy.

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Alpha Omicron Pi is a tradition on the move! As the fastest growing national sorority, the organization has over 156 collegiate chap- ters throughout the U.S. and Canada. Alpha Omicron Pi participates in a wide range of social activities. Some of last fall's included Homecoming, Navy tailgates, fraternity mixers, parties, and barbeques in our huge backyard. Perhaps the most memorable event was to have a sister named Greek Goddess 1988. What a blast! There is never a dull moment with Alpha Omicron Pi. Spring brought even more excitement with our Blind Date Party, Greek Games, and fundraising at Hershey Park.

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Alpha Phi

he Epsilon Nu Chapter of was established at Delaware Tin 1972 and has grown into a 171 member sorority; 38 of whom live in our chapter house on Courtney Street. We have a wide variety of individuals who make up a strong sisterhood. Our major fundraiser, the See Saw Marathon, supports our philan- thropy, the American Heart Association. We've also supported Lambda Chi Alpha's "Spike for Life" Volleyball marathon, co-sponsored the Stone Balloon's Ugly Bartender Contest to support Multiple Sclerosis and many other worthy causes. We have many sisters involved in campus activities ranging from honor societies to intramurals. Our social calendar is filled with mixers, tailgates, parties, and formals. We are a close-knit group of friends with individual talents and interests that create a special bond of sisterhood.

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A nergy, confidence, and fun — these are the three words to describe the Alpha Sigma Alpha sisterhood. This April marks our 18th year at the University of Delaware. Each semester has been a whirlwind of activity in order to keep up with our rapidly growing membership. Our sisters enjoyed participating in Fall and Spring formals, Date parties, Founders' Day and Tri-State Day, as well as the ever interesting road trips to nearby universities and mixers. Our national philanthropy is Aid to the Mentally Retarded and we are always ready to lend a hand to Special Olympics. When we take a minute to kick back and relax, one of our favorite places to spend time is in our home on the 17th floor of the Christiana East Tower. The 40 sisters that live there keep our floor hospitable and welcome to friends and sisters alike.

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Chi Omega

Founded in 1895, Chi Omega has grown 172 chapters strong with ^* the chapter at the University of Delaware as one of its new edi- tions. Nineteen eighty-nine marked the first full year for the Rho Lambda chapter which first appeared at the University as a colony in 1987-88 academic year and judging from the success the sorority has had thus far (122 active members so far), it looks like Chi Omega will have a long life at Delaware. Although still a pledging Greek organization, Chi Omega's calendar bristled with a wide range of social and community activities. The sister- hood won the 1988 5K for Bruce (Delaware's premiere foot race) and the 1988 Pledge Gong Show. The group also turned its attention to helping the community by volunteering at the Wilmington Flower Mar- ket, Newark Community Day and supporting other community projects.

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he Mu Pi chapter of Delta Sigma was chartered at the Universi- Tty in 1975 and was the first black sorority on campus. The sorority upholds the national chapter's five-point program which in- cludes educational development, economic development, political awareness and involvement, improvement in the physical and mental health of the Black community, and international awareness and involvement. These programs are implemented by Delta Sigma Theta's past and present activities which include sickle-cell anemia workshops, Thanksgiving food drives, adopt-a-family, and Senior Citizens' Game Night. The sorority feels that by placing the majority of its energy into community service rather than social activities it has and can continue to make a large contribution to the well being of the community.

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Greek Games

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etting together and having fun is what the women of Phi Sigma Sigma (Phi Sig) like to do best. Since the founding of the Chapter in December of 1982, Phi Sigma Sigma sisters have tried to add fire to the Greek community with their special brand of enthusiasm and love of life. From their house on Orchard Road, the sisters have sponsored an active social calendar which includes a wide variety of mixers, parties, formals, and socials. Phi Sig is more than just fun and games. The organization takes service to the community very seriously. Among other things, the sister- hood co-sponsored a Haunted House with Pi Kappa Alpha to help Cystic Fibrosis, participated in a Swing-a-thon, plus did work to support Nation- al Kidney Foundation, their philanthropy.

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Greek Games 1989

110 Greeks Sigma Kappa

Aspecial bond of sisterhood develops among the members of Sig- ma Kappa as they pursue the sorority's goal of developing the young woman to her fullest potential. Since its chartering at the Universi- ty three years ago, in March 1986, the Theta Delta chapter has become one of the strongest in the national organization, with a 120 active membership. On the individual level, the sisters are involved in many social events including tailgates, mixers, dates, hay rides, and the annual formal, the Violet Ball. They also are willing to share their time and talents with those who are in need. Their philanthropies include Gerontology, Alz- heimer's Disease, the Maine Seacost Mission and the American Farm School in Greece and they participate in campus events like the Phi Psi 500, the 5K Run for Bruce, and "Spike for Life."

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