WHY DPHIL
Joining Delta Phi Lambda® is an incredibly rewarding and lasting experience that will be a defining part of your college life and after graduation endeavors. When you join our network of over 2,000 sisters, you gain a community of women who will serve as sources of inspiration, empower you to become a Dedicated Female Leader®, and welcome you into an Everlasting Sisterhood®.
Find Your Forever Home
Each of our chapters offer a unique experience for our sisters, and regardless of which chapter you join, you will find a supportive “extended family” excited to welcome you home as you begin the next part in your life’s journey. After graduation, you will continue to have sisters help you transition into the “real world” and into the next chapter of your life – start your career, start your family, or continuing serving the sorority on an alumnae and national level.
Our sisterhood is founded on a mission to empower the Asian and Asian-American voice, which is why we honor multiculturalism, individuality, and leadership. Our bonds are strengthened through shared values, and if you are ready to be a part of an incredibly close-knit and passionate group of women, we would love to meet you!
Give Back To Others
With a long tradition of contributing to charitable service efforts, we provide a platform for sisters to contribute to society through educational awareness programs, community service projects, and fundraising activities. Our national philanthropic partnership is with American Bone Health to raise awareness for osteoporosis, a disease that disproportionately affects people of Asian descent. In addition, sisters are encouraged to participate in volunteering activities, such as helping out at soup kitchens, community cleanups, free tutoring, and other events directed towards the betterment of their local and regional communities. By giving your personal time and talents back to the community, you are rewarded through a sense of purpose and perspective, and it reinforces a lifelong commitment to helping others.
Gain An Everlasting Sisterhood®
As our sisters attend college, we want to develop a strong female support network giving them a “home away from home.” This means you always have someone to celebrate your birthday with, have weekly study sessions with, impromptu road trip adventures with, or someone to listen to your stressful day at 2am. You have the comfort of knowing your "extended family" is here to provide support and encouragement in every phase of your life. With over 1,700 members globally, you’ll continue making personal and professional connections for the rest of your life, wherever you go.
Develop Into The Best Version Of Yourself
We understand starting college is an exhilarating time but also full of uncertainties. There is a lot of pressure for you to have your life figured out by the time you graduate. We not only give you a support network while you explore and decide but also give you opportunities to develop your personal and professional self. We will help you become the best version of who you want to be through our values-based programs and shared experiences. Maybe that’s in leadership, community service, or advocacy. Whatever your passion or goal, we can help you make the most out of it.
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Achieve Academic Excellence
Succeeding academically is the most important aspect of college life - it’s why you are there. As academic excellence is one of our founding virtues, we encourage sisters to reach their fullest potential by providing intellectual opportunities through scholarship programming, recognition incentives, and mentoring opportunities. The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is a tremendous resource, offering scholarships for academic and professional development expenses for undergraduate and alumnae sisters. No matter your field of study or phase in your life, you will be supported to excel your scholastic development.​
Become A Dedicated Female Leader®
We are passionate about empowering women beyond stereotypes to positively impact their community through service, activism, and leadership for the next generation of Dedicated Female Leaders®.​ You will have the opportunity to develop, refine, and hone your leadership skills through team-building exercises, professional training, and development workshops. With these skills, you will participate in "hands-on" experience leading your chapter in officer positions, raising money for philanthropic events, or hosting educational seminars for your campus and communities.​ You will gain skills like conflict resolution, managing multiple projects, public speaking, and running effective meetings. The best part is that these skills are easily transferable skills in the workforce.
"DPhiL has given me a home here in Lincoln. Because of this organization, I've had the pleasure of enjoying the last couple years with amazing people I get to call my sisters. Because of them and the opportunities available through the chapter, I've never felt more empowered and supported to be the best version of myself whether that is as a student, person, or leader."
Aliyah "Solakùa" Muniz
"I am very grateful for DPhiL because it gave me a sense of belonging that I was needing when I first entered college. Through DPhiL, I was able to build strong connections with not only sisters but others in the Greek community which I am very thankful for! DPhiL has given me a home away from home and I know that the sisters will always have my back!"
Mary “amelÄ«ora” Nguyen
"DPhiL has brought me so many special bonds through the Everlasting Sisterhood. I have made so many memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Not only do I feel loved and supported, but I also feel like DPhiL provides me with an environment to continue learn, grow, and challenge myself!"
Erica "Cyrëia" Napuli
"When I went to the recruitment events the sisters made me feel so welcomed and I can truly say I found my home away from home. Delta Phi Lambda has allowed me to grow in ways I never knew I could and it helped me build confidence in myself and my work. I am thankful for the relationships I have made because of DPhiL and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for the sorority :)"
Palina “Emïrelle” Holley