Quick Facts:

• Founded on April 6, 1987 at Texas Tech University

• Pronounced Kay-Dee-Ky

• Official mascot: Penguin

• Official colors: Maroon and light pink

• Official stone: Emerald. 

• Offical flower: Pink rose

• National philanthropy:American Cancer Society.

• Promotes the traditional values of: Unity, Honesty, Interigty and Leadership among its members.

• Dedicated to service and academics for institutions of higher education.

• Latina-founded but a diverese, multicultural sisterhood.

• Fosters professional development, academics, lifelong learning, and higher education degree attainment.

 

History:

In the year 1987, Kappa Delta Chi was founded by the four intelligent women: Cythnia Garza, Nellie Flores, Irene Montoya and Melissa Montoya at Texas Tech University. Today, Kappa Delta Chi, Inc. consists of more than 50 chapters nationwide. Kappa Delta Chi, Inc. has become more than just a sisterhood, but an organization networking each sister for success. Young women of all races, backgrounds, and diversities are all devoted into giving back to the community and empowering one another to become successful leaders.