History

Founding

On October 13, 1890 eleven law students at Cornell University formed a Law Fraternity, Delta Chi. In 1922, the Fraternity officially went "general", thus opening its membership to men in all areas of study. Delta Chi, in 1929, became the first fraternity to officially abolish the hazing practices associated with "hell week".

Current Size

There are 126 chapters and colonies operating throughout the United States and Canada. Distribution is fairly even across the continent. Delta Chi has nearly 94,000 initiates.

Expansion

The Fraternity boasts an 91% colonization success rate: 31 of 34 groups started since 2001 remain active to date.

Colors

Red and Buff

Flower

White Carnation

Nickname

D-Chi

Open Motto

"Brotherhood of a Lifetime"