Delta Psi Chi Swordsmen

Delta Psi Chi Fraternity
ΔΨΧ
Founded April 24, 1985 (1985-04-24)
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Type Social Fraternity
Scope National
Motto To Always Show Brotherhood, Leadership, Understanding and Courage at all times.
Colors      Burgundy and      Gold
Flower The Golden Rose
Jewel The Ruby
Chapters 10
Headquarters Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Homepage http://www.deltapsichi.org

Delta Psi Chi Fraternity is a fraternity consisting of 10 active chapters (known as "Swordsmen") at 10 American colleges and universities. The mission of the Delta Psi Chi Fraternity is to create and maintain an enduring society which encourages the sharing of traditions and values, respect for oneself and others, and responsibility to the university and community.

Delta Psi Chi was founded on April 24, 1985, by 7 students at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee with the idea of emphasizing the fraternal and social principles of a brotherhood. It was the first Black Greek-letter organization of its kind to be founded on these grounds, rather than the literary characteristics of the many then-existing societies.

Delta Psi Chi's official colors are Wine Burgundy and Sunshine Gold. Delta Psi Chi's national headquarters, the Central Office, is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

History

Delta Psi Chi Fraternity, Inc. founded in 1985 at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, by seven males with the vision of developing a family of men dedicated to a new brotherhood with focus on academic achievement and community involvement. The 7 founding members were: Alex Beamon, Andre Joiner, Harold C. Young III, Rafael Reyes, Barry Ward, Denvelt Harris, and Darryl Terry.[1]

Values and the Delta Psi Chi Swordsman

Delta Psi Chi is founded upon the fraternal aspects of brotherhood and embraces a number of values in its pursuit to establish this brotherhood. These values were first adopted at its founding in 1985. Some of these values are as follows: Delta Psi Chi is defined by the values which are collectively accepted by its members. The extent to which these values are practiced is the measure of our fraternity; Delta Psi Chi committed to the growth of the individual in a social environment which nurtures integrity, dignity and maturity while enjoying shared experiences and college sociability; and Delta Psi Chi recognizing that academic achievement is fundamental to the development of the individual, stands for intellectual growth and the attainment of human potential.[2]

Delta Psi Chi also embraces the idea of being a true Swordsman.

Delta Psi Chi chapter at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, 2010

Membership

Delta Psi Chi offers undergrad, graduate, and honorary membership to potential aspirants, and its constitution has never contained any clause which either excluded or suggested the exclusion of a man from membership because of color, creed, or national origin.[3]

To be considered for membership, a candidate must have at least a 2.5 gpa on a 4.0 scale. For consideration into Delta Psi Chi on the alumni level, one must possess at least a bachelor's degree or the equivalent of such a degree from an accredited college or university.[4]

Club Delta High School Mentoring Program

Club Delta was founded April 24, 1985 by the Alpha chapter of Delta Psi Chi; under the direction of the founders. Club Delta is a series of activities designed to help young high school male and female students develop their leadership talents. The activities provide both challenging and rewarding experiences to enhance their lives. The goal of Club Delta is to allow young high school men and women the opportunity to prepare themselves for the next level of education through discipline, responsibility, organization, brotherhood and sisterhood.[5]

Chapters and Colonies

COLLEGIATE CHAPTERS

GRADUATE CHAPTERS

COLONIES

Links and references

References

  1. ↑ "Delta Psi Chi History (1985)/Delta Psi Chi". DeltaPsiChi.org. Retrieved October 17, 2011.
  2. ↑ http://www.deltapsichi.org
  3. ↑ "Fraternity History". deltapsichi1985.org. Retrieved 2012-07-11.
  4. ↑ "Membership requirements". Delta Psi Chi Fraternity Inc. Retrieved 2012-07-12.
  5. ↑ "Club Delta Mentoring Program". Delta Psi Chi Fraternity Inc. Retrieved 2011-08-12.
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