GAMMA PHI DELTA SORORITY, INC.
ALPHA OMEGA CHAPTER
2010 ~ United in Heart, Sisterhood and Service ~ 2012
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Inc.
2657 W. Grand Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48202
ph: 313-873-2691
fax: 313-873-5254
National History
In February 1943, a group of dynamic women met at Lewis College of Business (formerly Lewis Business College) located in Detroit, Michigan to discuss the need for an organization that would support and promote opportunities for young women who were striving for a better education. These women saw a need to support women that were obtaining higher education at two-year institutions. To meet this need, Elizabeth A. Garner, an instructor at the college, assisted by her sister, Violet T. Lewis, owner and president, founded Gamma Phi Delta Sorority on February 28, 1943, a sorority for business and professional women. These women, Elizabeth A. Garner and Violet T. Lewis, along with Annie Blakemore, Robeyle Trumbo Dungy, Lula Garner, Odell Glover, Eurine Harrison, Ivalu Lennear, Geraldine Harrison Perkins, Beatrice Preston, Jean Myers, Ruby Tipton and Mattie Wells are the 13 Original Pearls of Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Inc.
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Inc. attracts women from all professions and provides opportunities for women to work and serve on the local, regional and national levels, developing productive relationships and fostering positive results. The Sorority is an excellent vehicle to build positive relationships with women with similar aspirations throughout the United States and internationally.
The International Headquarters is located in Detroit, Michigan at 2657 W. Grand Blvd. on the famous Motown Row. Visit the national website at www.gammaphideltasorority.com for more information about our U.N.I.Q.U.E. organization.
mission statement
GAMMA PHI DELTA exists to improve the economic, social and political status of all women; to encourage its members to further their education/training and maintain a progressive interest in the values of humanity; to promote refinement and culture; to establish and maintain a better relationship among women of all races and creeds; and to be of greater service to its community, its country and to each other.
national five point program ~ meeps
Membership and Mentoring
Environmental Justice
Evaluating Health Disparities
Public Information and Professionals in Action
Social Action and Service
what is gamma phi delta?
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority is a SISTERHOOD of distinguished, congenial business and professional women. Through their talents and qualities, members aid and cultivate higher scholastic and ethical standards, provide social and recreational outlets, implement enrichment programs for youth and administer service to people in need.
quick facts
Founding Date February 28, 1943
Sorority Colors Baby Pink and Baby Blue
Sorority Flower Pink Rose
Sorority Motto Peace and Harmony
Sorority Aim Refinement and Culture
Official Publication The Lamplighter
national observances
DR. LUTHERMAE E. ADAMS DAY ~ commemorate Youth Auxiliaries in January
FOUNDERS' DAY CELEBRATION ~ honor founders in February
DR. CATHERINE E. BOZEMAN MONTH OF KINDNESS ~ special recognition and service to seniors in March
ARTISTS OF TOMORROW ~ showcase talents of Youth Auxiliaries in April or May
NATIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN'S WEEK ~ professional development seminars for women in October
NATIONAL MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY ~ national and regional health initiative in October
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Inc.
2657 W. Grand Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48202
ph: 313-873-2691
fax: 313-873-5254
