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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Chapter
Howard University
January 13, 1913 marked the dawn of a new horizon in the history of black women. On that day, twenty-two indelible young women from Howard University set the foundation for what is now one of the largest Black women's organizations in the world - Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Inspired by the need for change, these women combined their strengths under the principles of sisterhood, scholarship and service. Dancers, writers, actresses, educators, social workers, mothers, and sisters were all titles attributed to the remarkable founders of Delta Sigma Theta. But above all they were trailblazers. Excluded from most activities and occupations, these women were left with few life choices, yet they endeavored to follow such a daring path that would lead them to Delta. One hundred and four years later, Alpha Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta remains, unmatched in her dedication to sisterhood, scholarship, and public service.