Delta Fraternity and Sorority International

Delta Fraternity and Sorority International
Δ, δ
Founded October 24, 1961 (1961-10-24)
at University of Sto. Tomas
by Emmanuel Uyguanco
Type Non-profit Organization
Scope International
Motto Open Door for Good Government
Symbol Triangle (Change)
Chapters  Philippines 50+
 Canada 1
Members 1,000+ collegiate

Delta Fraternity and Sorority International[1] - also known as Deltans 1961 or Delta International is founded on October 24, 1961 at the University of Santo Tomás, Sampaloc Manila, Philippines. It is registered in the Philippines under the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) No. CN20082662.[2]

Mission

It's a not-for-profit organization. The purpose of this fraternity and sorority is to assemble college students to develop leadership, "To Promote true Brotherhood and Sisterhood".

General Information

The DELTA Fraternity & Sorority is a fraternal organization for college students that mainly lead its members to have the right mind-set in academic education in order to have a better future. Aside from attaining good scholastic record, this fraternal organization is also into humanitarian services especially to those who are in need and enhance the member’s social awareness to the society. But the most important definition of DELTA Fraternity & Sorority is Family.

In the late 60's many organizations roamed around the Philippines and one of them was DELTA International established on October 24, 1961 at the University of Santo Tomas.[3] The founder was Emmanuel Uyguanco. Members are guided by the motto "To Open Doors for Good Government".

Who is a Deltan

Famous tagline of every member.

The Distinguish Symbol

You will know a Deltan through a triangle burned on the back of his left hand with its edge pointing in between the middle and ring fingers. A person shall not be recognized as a Deltan without this mark.
Marking the symbol on his hand is one of the most important stages of a full pledge Deltan.

The Logo

The logo of DELTA Fraternity & Sorority International symbolize the following:

The Official Logo (Current).

Core Values

D - Dignity
E - Equality
L - Loyalty
T - Trustworthy
A - Affability

DFSI Supreme Council

During the convention held in Bukidnon, the Supreme Council Officers were elected for the administrative year 2016-2019.

Position Officeholder
President Bro. Ben Bryan Logramonte

Gamma Chapter

Vice PresidentBro. Nick Martinez

Dipolog Chapter

SecretarySis. Cyrel Pernia

Euphrates Chapter

Asst. Secretary: Bro. Caryl Saraus
                 Sigma Chapter
TreasurerBro. Jave Sales

Gemini Kaliga

Asst. Treasurer: Bro. Ernie Panganiban
                 Caraga Region
Director for Academic AffairsBro. Melchor Cruz

CDO Council

SentinelsBro. Kevin Kilario -Styx Chapter

Bro. Rodrigo Salvacion -Delta Chapter

Assemblies of Deltans

Many Deltans around the world has gathered together to continue fellowship. In areas where Deltans migrated for work, they met regularly for get-together and occasions like anniversary.

Countries where Deltans are located:
United Arab Emirates Dubai
Israel Israel
Kuwait Kuwait
Malaysia Malaysia
Qatar Qatar
Singapore Singapore
Taiwan Taiwan

Some of the members also explore the world as Seafarers that sail seas to seas.

Conventions

Annual convention was originally held every October. The schedule were days before the celebrated foundation day on October 24. Due to the occasions were very close, 2013 convention held in Buenavista, Agusan del Norte decided to move the convention 6 months away specifically on April to give enough time to focus the preparation of each occasion.

Year Date Location/Venue Host Title
2016 Apr. 23-24 Central Mindanao University (CMU), Musuan, Maramag, Bukidnon Bukidnon Alumni Council 5th Convention (will be dubbed as 1st National Convention)
2015 Apr. 24-25 Ferrabrel Beach Resort, Lacas, Mambajao, Camiguin Camiguin Alumni 4th Mindanao Convention (Regional Conference)
2014 Apr. 26 Alubijid, Misamis Oriental Omega Chapter 3rd Mindanao Convention
2013 Oct. 19–20 Buenavista, Agusan del Norte Butuan City Council 2nd Mindanao Convention
2012 Oct. 20 Jasaan, Misamis Oriental Alpha Upsilon Chapter 1st Mindanao Convention
2011 Oct. 22–23 Cagayan de Oro City Cagayan de Oro City Alumni Council National Convention 2011

In the fourth convention held in Camiguin, host council also dubbed the gathering as the Regional Conference.

References

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