About Kappa Alpha Theta
In 1870, Kappa Alpha Theta became the first women's Greek-letter fraternity because its primary founder, Bettie Locke, wanted full membership in a male fraternity. When male classmates asked her to wear their fraternity badge as a "mascot", Bettie refused. She responded to them by saying, "If you won't initiate me into your fraternity, I'll start my own." Thus, Kappa Alpha Theta was established on January 27, 1870. In 2014, Kappa Alpha Theta celebrated its 144th anniversary.
Grand Convention:
Founders Award Finalist (2012, 2014)
Golden Kite (2004, 2006, 2010, 2012, 2014)
Silver Kite (2008)
Excellence in Scholarship Programming (2008)
Excellence in Administration (2004, 2006)
Excellence in Ritual Appreciation (2002, 2004)
Excellence in Public Relations (2002)
Improvement in Financial Operations (2002)
**Grand Convention is held every 2 years.
Academic Awards:
University of Texas at Dallas:
Highest GPA of all Greeks (Spring 2005, Spring 2006, Fall 2007, Fall 2008)
Highest GPA in Panhellenic (17 out of the past 21 semesters)
Greek Life Awards:
Chapter of the Year (2011, 2012, 2013)
Outstanding President (2004, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2010)
Outstanding Active Member (2005, 2008, 2009)
Outstanding New Member (2005, 2007, 2010)
Outstanding Member Education (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009)
Outstanding Scholarship (2006, 2007)
Pillar Award (2007, 2008, 2009, 2013)
Distinguished Greek Woman/Greek Leader (2005, 2006, 2007, 2009)
Outstanding Greek Chapter in UTD Greek Life (2007, 2010)
Outstanding Philanthropy (2007, 2013)
Outstanding Panhellenic Advisor (2006, 2007, 2008)
Brad Hill Outstanding Advisor (2007)
Other Campus Awards
Women's Comet Cup Winners (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, Spring 2011)
Outstanding Student Organization (2007)
Student Organization Leader of the Year (2006)
Homecoming Queen (2005, 2007, 2009)
Miss Greek (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
Greek Week Champions (2006, 2007, 2011)
2nd Place in Homecoming Parade (2006)
2nd Place in HOMAGEs Drag Show (2006)
Greek Spirit Award (2005)
FSL Woman of the Year (2013)
Outstanding Greek Week Delegate (2013)
Delta Queen (2014)
Excellence in Community Standards (2013)
Overall Academic Excellence (2013)
Program of the Year- KATS Making Tracks 5K (2013)
Founded : January 27th 1870, Indiana Asbury University (now DePauw)
Chapter Founded : Zeta Upsilon Chapter, March 9th 1996
Symbols: Kite and Twin Stars
Colors: Black and Gold
Flower: Black & Gold Pansy
Philanthropy: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) & the Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation
Mission Statement: "Yesterday, today, and tomorrow, Kappa Alpha Theta exists to nurture each member throughout her college and alumnae experience and to offer a lifelong opportunity for social, intellectual and moral growth as she meets the higher and broader demands of mature life."
Our Chapter
On March 9, 1996, Kappa Alpha Theta was introduced to the University of Texas at Dallas. Since our founding, the Zeta Upsilon chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta has established a strong presence on the UTD campus.
As a chapter, Theta has held honors such as highest GPA among all Panhellenic groups at UTD the last 17 out of 21 semesters, Comet Cup winners, and Greek Week champions. A diverse group of ambitious women, the ladies of Zeta Upsilon hold titles such as McDermott Scholar, varsity athlete, Homecoming Queen, Delta Queen, Student Government President, research assistant, and so much more.
Nationally, Zeta Upsilon has also made quite a name for itself among other Theta chapters. Zeta Upsilon has been recognized and awarded by Kappa Alpha Theta and as we continue to grow, our chapter's national presence grows stronger.
Chapter Awards
Theta For A Lifetime
Theta is more than just a social club or a service organization. It is a lifelong commitment to uphold ideals and values that have guided generations of women before us. The lessons we learn in Theta will continue to ring true long after we graduate.
Upon graduation, Theta initiates are encouraged to join an alumnae chapter no matter where they may end up afterward. These chapters continue to work to uphold Theta's ideals and provide members with opportunities for social and philanthropic outreach. In the Dallas area alone, there are several wonderful alumnae chapters.
Zeta Upsilon works to maintain bonds with our chapter alumnae, as well as alumnae from other schools who now live in Dallas. Sisters volunteer to baby-sit for children of alumnae, participate in alumnae chapter service events, and celebrate Founders' Day with the Plano Alumnae Chapter.
Below are links to the alumnae groups in our area:
