#DZAlumnae: Walk Truly in the Light of the Flame…

When a woman joins Delta Zeta, most typically as a collegiate member, she is looking for a group of friends, a home away from home, a leadership experience and perhaps just a place to have fun. Many of us don’t anticipate that Delta Zeta will live beyond our collegiate chapter. And even after our new member period, where we learn everything from the Creed to our national service projects, the lifetime commitment of membership might not be in focus.

Membership in Delta Zeta begins during college, but has the opportunity to extend well beyond. Many members are preparing to graduate in December and begin the next part of their Delta Zeta experience. As they embark on life’s next adventures, the last section of the Creed can help guide us as we look towards a lifetime commitment to Delta Zeta. What does it mean to “walk truly in the light of the flame?”

Life will change as members prepare to leave campus and the chapter. Which means their Delta Zeta experience will also change. But, that does not mean it will not be as fulfilling as what she just experienced! Alumnae connections in Delta Zeta can be some of the most meaningful sisterhood experiences a member has. Make sure as members transition to alumnae that we help them “walk truly” and use Delta Zeta as a guide in their lives. Make it easy for members to stay in touch with the chapter, update their contact information as they move to new communities and provide support as they begin new experiences.

How does your chapter assist members as they transition to alumnae? Share your thoughts with Delta Zeta using the comments section below or tweet them to #DZAlumnae.