Delta Phi Omega Sorority, Inc.
University of Minnesota Twin-Cities | Alpha Alpha Chapter
Frequently Asked Questions
How expensive is it to join Delta Phi Omega?
Not expensive at all! While many sororities have dues that exceed $1000, Delta Phi Omega's dues do not. Our dues are typically about $190 per semester. These dues cover the costs of national expenses, insurance and events. We rely heavily on fundraising to cover other expenses.
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Do I have to be South Asian to join?
Definitely not! While Delta Phi Omega is a South Asian interest organization, we welcome ladies of all ethnicities. At our chapter, we have sisters that are of a variety of cultures and come from a variety of backgrounds. Within Delta Phi Omega, we strive to create a sisterhood that is timeless, to aide each other towards personal, professional and organizational success, to help out our local communities as much as we can, to enrich campus life for all with social events, and to create leadership opportunities for our members. RACE and ETHNICITY is not a factor of membership!
Why Delta Phi Omega?
There are many reasons why you should consider becoming a part of this amazing sisterhood! We are a social and service-oriented sorority. We host a variety of social events, have mixers with various other Greek organizations and know how to have a good time! We are also extremely involved with community service. Each sister has a required amount of service hours to perform each semester. The ladies of DPO take pride in giving back to the community.
How do I join?
We will be hosting several informationals this semester. Add us on Facebook, Follow us on Instagram and email our Recruitment Chair Fatima Acosta-Mendoza at dpo.aroha@gmail.com, or Hari Priya Tyada at dpo.asiodoxia@gmail.com to find out more about our recruitment events!
Is there a minimum GPA requirement?
Yes. Delta Phi Omega requires all potential members to maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA.
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What is Delta Phi Omega's philanthropy?
Our philanthropy is children's literacy and education. Our sorority aims to bring awareness and continual support to an often overlooked cause: children's education and literacy. The children of today are tomorrow's leaders - but without the skills to unlock their potential, the door to a successful future remains shut. By ensuring each child - regardless of race, religion, or creed - a quality education and the power to read, we give them the keys to a better future.
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The sisters of Delta Phi Omega are doing their part to ensure that each child is given the amazing power to read and obtain a befitting education, by educating the public on the epidemic of illiteracy, fundraising for our philanthropic partners, and volunteering in literacy and educational settings.
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What is Delta Phi Omega's stance on hazing?
Delta Phi Omega enforces a strict no-hazing policy and has no previous incidents of hazing.
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Top 5 reasons to Go Greek?
1. Grades: On average, most Greek organizations score above the campus average GPA.
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2. Employment: Members gain networking opportunities with successful alumni in their career path of interest to obtain jobs after graduation.
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3. Leadership: Greek life develops leaders & helps students get involved on campus and in the local communities.
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4. Socials: This is an excellent way for Greek organizations to get to know each other and have a great time while meeting new people.
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5. Lifetime: The friendships a person forms during their Greek experience are ones that will last forever.
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Top 8 Reasons to become a DPO Sister
1) National recognition: With 55 affiliated universities across the United States, Delta Phi Omega is the largest South Asian interest sorority in the nation.
2) Networking: As we are a national organization, our sisters live in numerous cities and hold various positions in almost all career paths. This network becomes your network.
3) Leadership: Being a member of Delta Phi Omega provides each individual the opportunity to cultivate their leadership skills and professionalism, which are much desired traits in any current professional career field.
4) Academic Excellence: As sisters, we pride ourselves on excelling in all academic endeavors, and we also require members to maintain a minimum GPA to stay active in this organization.
5) Campus & Community Involvement: Each charter strives to work with its respective campus to bring awareness to pressing global issues and to bring students together to make a difference in each respective community.
6) Diversity: Our sisters hail from all cultures and walks of life. This provides a myriad of opportunities or one to become cognizant and respectful of the diversity around us.
7) Affordability: Our dues will not cost you thousands of dollars. We maintain our membership dues as low as possible, not exceeding $190.
8) No Hazing Policy: Delta Phi Omega enforces a strict no hazing policy nationwide and has no record of any misconduct.