Loving Delta Zeta: Pursuit of knowledge

Second in a four part series on how Delta Zeta members show their love of the Sorority by acting upon the ideals found in our Purpose.

How appropriate this month that the second part of Delta Zeta’s Purpose says that our members will stimulate one another in the pursuit of knowledge. This month the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) is celebrating the Month of the Scholar. In 2010, the NPC proclaimed February the Month of the Scholar. The first celebration took place in 2011 and the NPC has since developed an Academic Excellence Guidebook for campuses to use as a resource.

Academic excellence is a foundation of the Delta Zeta experience. During the last biennium, we saw an increase on our national grade point average. And though measurement of our academic achievement is necessary, it is not the only way that we can actively stimulate our members in the pursuit of knowledge. Are our collegiate chapters creating an atmosphere which supports achievement in all areas of knowledge? In what ways can we support members who are pursing higher degrees? Are our members aware of the opportunities which exist financially through the Delta Zeta Foundation and the scholarships we offer?

As one member said on our Facebook page, Delta Zeta members should encourage each other to be life-long learners. What are some unique ways that you, or your chapter, support, encourage and stimulate your sisters to act upon the second part of the Delta Zeta purpose?