Sorority & Fraternity Life
The University of Tulsa is home to a vibrant Greek life community, featuring organizations within the National Pan-Hellenic Council (Divine Nine), Interfraternity Council (IFC), and Panhellenic Council (PHC). With 14 active chapters – and growing – there are opportunities for every student to connect, lead and thrive.
All chapters are part of national organizations and overseen by local leaders, The University of Tulsa and their national headquarters. Our chapters stress the importance of scholarship, leadership and service, and live up to the high standards set forth by their founding members.
Active UTulsa Fraternity and Sorority Chapters
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Historically Black Greek Orgs (Divine Nine)
The Divine Nine are nine historically African American fraternities and sororities. These sororities and fraternities are overseen locally by the Tulsa collegiate chapter and their national headquarters. The University of Tulsa currently has two active Divine Nine chapters and maintains partnerships with Tulsa-area alumni chapters for the remaining seven organizations.
Membership Intake is facilitated by Divine Nine organizations in the fall and spring semesters. To learn more, submit the Divine Nine interest form, or email greeklife@utulsa.edu for more information.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA)
Chapter Name: Theta Xi
Colors: Salmon Pink & Apple Green
Symbols: Ivy Leaf
Flower: Pink Tea Rose
National Founding: Jan. 15, 1908, at Howard University, Washington D.C.
Local Founding: March 2, 1974
Philanthropies: Sponsors and PartnersNational Website
Tulsa Area Website
InstagramDelta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Chapter Name: Rho Delta
Colors: Crimson and Cream
Symbols: ΔΣΘ
Flower: Purple Violet
National Founding: January 13, 1913
Local Founding: December 15, 1990
Philanthropy: Economic development, educational development, physical and mental health, international awareness and involvement, political awareness and involvement. -
Panhellenic Sororities
The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) is the governing body for 26 national and international sororities and female fraternities. These sororities are governed by the undergraduate Panhellenic Council (PHC) of TU and their national headquarters. PHC includes representatives from each of these sororities, advisers and an executive board.
Chi Omega
Nickname: Chi–O
Chapter Name: Epsilon Gamma
Colors: Cardinal and Straw
Symbol: Owl
Flower: White Carnation
National Founding: April 5, 1895, at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
Local Founding: April 18, 1929
Philanthropy: Make–A–Wish FoundationNational Website
Local Website
InstagramDelta Delta Delta
Nickname: Tri Delta
Chapter Name: Theta Upsilon
Colors: Silver, Gold and Cerulean Blue
Symbols: Pearl, Pine Tree, Trident, Star and Crescent
Flower: Pansy
National Founding: Nov. 28, 1888, at Boston University, Boston, MA
Local Founding: May 19, 1931
Philanthropy: St. Jude Children’s HospitalNational Website
Local Website
InstagramDelta Gamma
Nickname: Dee Gee
Chapter Name: Gamma Beta
Colors: Bronze, Pink and Blue
Symbol: Anchor
Flower: Cream–Colored Rose
National Founding: Dec. 25, 1873, at Lewis School, Oxford, MS
Local Founding: March 22, 1947
Philanthropies: Service for SightNational Website
Local Website
InstagramKappa Alpha Theta
Nickname: Theta
Chapter Name: Gamma Tau
Colors: Black and Gold
Symbol: Kite
Flower: Black and Gold Pansy
National Founding: Jan. 27, 1870, at DePauw University, Greencastle, IN
Local Founding: Feb. 23, 1951
Philanthropy: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)Kappa Delta
Nickname: KD
Chapter Name: Beta Epsilon
Colors: Olive Green and Pearl White
Symbols: Dagger, Teddy Bear and Nautilus Shell
Flower: White Rose
National Founding: Oct. 23, 1897, at Longwood University, Farmville, VA
Local Founding: Sept. 11, 1937
Philanthropies: Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. and Prevent Child Abuse AmericaNational Website
Local Website
InstagramKappa Kappa Gamma
Nickname: Kappa
Chapter Name: Delta Pi
Colors: Light and Dark Blue
Symbols: Golden Key and Owl
Flower: Fleur–de–Lis
National Founding: Oct. 13, 1870, at Monmouth College, Monmouth, IL
Local Founding: Oct. 31, 1946
Philanthropies: Mental Health Awareness & Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation -
IFC Fraternities
The North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) is the governing body for many national and international fraternal organizations. These fraternities are governed by the undergraduate Interfraternity Council (IFC) of UTulsa and their national headquarters. IFC includes representatives from each of these fraternities, advisers and an executive board.
Beta Upsilon Chi
Nickname: BUCS
Chapter Name: Alpha Sigma
Colors: Purple and White
Symbols: Cross and Shield
Flower: White Rose
National Founding: Spring 1985, University of Texas
Local Founding: December, 2015
Philanthropy: Living Water InternationalNational Website
Local Website
InstagramKappa Alpha Order
Nickname: KA
Chapter Name: Mu
Colors: Crimson and Old Gold
Symbols: French Legion of Honor
Flower: Crimson Rose and Magnolia Blossom
National Founding: Dec. 21, 1865, Washington College
Local Founding: May 8, 1937
Philanthropies: Muscular Dystrophy AssociationLambda Chi Alpha
Nickname: Lambda
Chapter Name: Epsilon Upsilon
Colors: Purple, Green and Gold
Symbols: Crescent and Cross
Flower: White Rose
National Founding: Nov. 2, 1909, Boston University
Local Founding: Oct. 29, 1937
Philanthropies: Feeding America, Special Olympics of OklahomaPi Kappa Alpha
Nickname: Pike
Chapter Name: Gamma Upsilon
Colors: Garnet and Gold
Symbols: The Oak Tree, Shield & Diamond, Dagger & Key
Flower: Lily of the Valley
National Founding: March 1, 1868, University of Virginia
Local Founding: 1914
Philanthropies: Tulsa Fire DepartmentNational Website
Local Website
InstagramSigma Chi
Nickname: Sig Chi
Chapter Name: Delta Omega
Colors: Blue and Old Gold
Symbols: The White Cross
Flower: White Rose
National Founding: June 28, 1855, Miami University
Local Founding: Feb. 2, 1951
Philanthropies: Children’s Miracle Network and Huntsman Cancer InstituteNational Website
Local Website
InstagramSigma Nu
Nickname: Sig Nu
Chapter Name: Zeta Lambda
Colors: Black, White, and Gold
Symbols:
Flower: White Rose
National Founding: Jan. 1, 1969, Virginia Military Institute
Local Founding: 1951, reestablished in 2017
Philanthropies: Helping Hand Initiative
What are Fraternities and Sororities?
Fraternities and sororities are values-based organizations made up of students with similar interests who live within the bonds of ritual, brotherhood and sisterhood, and common goals.
Women’s fraternities are referred to as sororities. Fraternities and sororities are referred to as Greek Letter organizations because their names are combinations of Greek letters. These letters serve as a reminder of the values of the group.
The bonds between a Greek organization’s members are created through ritual in which all members participate. These rituals are almost always secret, but are based on common principles such as knowledge, truth, friendship and honor. These principles are often found in the motto and creed of a Greek organization. In addition to rituals, Greek organizations work to integrate and instill these principles in their members through all their activities and daily life.
Greek life provides a unique balance of leadership, scholarship, social interaction, philanthropy and networking opportunities. Greek organizations are dedicated to the development of character and leadership, offer a number of leadership positions within the chapter and encourage active participation in other student organizations.
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Sorority Recruitment Schedule and Important Dates
2026 Recruitment: August 28-30
Registration opens: May 4
Registration closes: August 27 at 11:59 p.m.
Bid Day: August 30
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Fraternity Recruitment Schedule and Important Dates
2026 Recruitment: August 28-30
Registration opens: May 1
Registration closes: August 27 at 11:59 p.m.
Bid Day: August 3
The Four Pillars of Greek Life
Scholarship
Academics are the main priority of all TU students and helping members succeed in their academic career is a primary objective for any sorority and fraternity organization. Each organization has its own academic support system to encourage growth and scholarship within members, which includes organized study hours, tutoring, educational incentives and major mentors.
Service
Chapters are active in their service and philanthropic efforts throughout the year. Each chapter works to support a local or national philanthropy through fundraising and/or volunteering. Some of their philanthropies include Make-A-Wish, the Little Lighthouse, CASA, The Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Each year, the Greek community contributes an average of 10,000 hours of community service and raises between $75,000 and $100,000 in charitable donations.
Leadership
The University of Tulsa is home to a wide variety of organizations, and the TU Greek community is committed to building leadership skills and development within its members by encouraging participation within those organizations. Greeks have strong representation in Student Association, University Ambassadors and a number of other groups. In addition to these experiences, there are many opportunities to lead within a single Greek organization or within the Greek community.
Friendship
Friendship is the aspect of a Greek organization that will last a lifetime. The bonds that are shared between members of Greek organizations are more than friendship; it is an understanding that each member has taken a vow to uphold the foundations and values of the organizations. Being a member of a fraternity or sorority provides close friendships and a large support network during college.