WHY DFL?

Joining Delta Phi Lambda® is an incredibly rewarding and lasting experience that will be a defining part of your college life and after graduation endeavors. When you join our network of over 1,900 Sisters, you gain a community of women who will serve as sources of inspiration, empower you to become a Dedicated Female Leader®, and welcome you into an Everlasting Sisterhood®.

Find Your Forever HOME!

Our Sisterhood is founded on a mission to empower the Asian and Asian-American voice, which is why we honor multiculturalism, individuality, and leadership. Our bonds are strengthened through shared values, and if you are ready to be a part of an incredibly close-knit and passionate group of women, we would love to meet you!

After graduation, you will continue to have Sisters help you transition into the “real world” and into the next chapter of your life – start your career, start your family, or continuing serving the sorority on an alumnae and national level.

GAIN AN EVERLASTING
SISTERHOOD®
As our Sisters attend college, we want to develop a strong female support network giving them a “home away from home.” This means you always have someone to celebrate your birthday with, have weekly study sessions with, impromptu road trip adventures with, or someone to listen to your stressful day at 2am. You have the comfort of knowing your "extended family" is here to provide support and encouragement in every phase of your life.

DEVELOP INTO THE BEST
VERSION OF YOURSELF

We understand starting college is an exhilarating time but also full of uncertainties. There is a lot of pressure for you to have your life figured out by the time you graduate.

We not only give you a support network while you explore and decide but also give you opportunities to develop your personal and professional self.

We will help you become the best version of who you want to be through our values-based programs and shared experiences. Maybe that’s in leadership, community service, or advocacy. Whatever your passion or goal, we can help you make the most out of it.

BECOME A DEDICATED

FEMALE LEADER®

You will have the opportunity to develop, refine, and hone your leadership skills through team-building exercises, professional training, and development workshops. With these skills, you will participate in "hands-on" experience leading your chapter in officer positions, raising money for philanthropic events, or hosting educational seminars for your campus and communities.

You will gain skills like conflict resolution, managing multiple projects, public speaking, and running effective meetings. The best part is that these skills are easily transferable skills in the workforce.

ACHIEVE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Succeeding academically is the most important aspect of college life - it’s why you are there. As academic excellence is one of our founding virtues, we encourage Sisters to reach their fullest potential by providing intellectual opportunities through scholarship programming, recognition incentives, and mentoring opportunities.

No matter your field of study or phase in your life, you will be supported to excel your scholastic development.

GIVE BACK TO OTHERS

With a long tradition of contributing to charitable service efforts, we provide a platform for Sisters to contribute to society through educational awareness programs, community service projects, and fundraising activities.

Our national philanthropic partnership is with American Bone Health to raise awareness for osteoporosis, a disease that disproportionately affects people of Asian descent.

In addition, Sisters are encouraged to participate in volunteering activities, such as helping out at soup kitchens, community cleanups, free tutoring, and other events directed towards the betterment of their local and regional communities.

WHY DID YOU JOIN DFL?

Chantel "Astyna" Maravilla

Epsilon Class, Fall 2022

"The reason I joined DPhiL was the Asian community it brought to me. I grew up surrounded by a white community as well as only having close male friends which made me feel distant to who I am. DPhiL opened the door to my knowledge of different cultures growing exponentially and the relationships I've built with some of the kindest girls I've met in the planet due to the sorority is something I couldn't ask more for."

Ann "FaKireE" Howard

Epsilon Class, Fall 2022

"I chose DPhiL because I wanted a community that could provide all the missing pieces I did not have growing up. I attended a school where the Asian community was nonexistent. It was hard to relate my home life to my friends' lives because they did not understand the struggle or beauty of being Asian. At that, a mixed Asian. Being a mixed Asian was hard for some of my family to accept. It was also frustrating that I had to continuously correct my peers that I was not any other race but white and Asian. For a very long time, only my siblings understood what it meant to be like us. I also did not have a large community of supporting women. I have had to teach myself what a strong and independent WOMAN is. Overall, I was tired of feeling alone with my identity. I wanted guidance and love, and DPhiL has brought more than that. They have given me comfort and laughter. I have found genuine sisters that will protect each other endlessly. I chose DPhiL because they were one of the missing pieces I needed to continue growing!"

Heather "Attallea" Shoffner

Zeta Class, Spring 2023

"I joined DPhiL because it was a way for me to get out of my comfort zone. It has helped me come out of my shell and make long lasting friendships I otherwise wouldn't have."

Cecilia "Akiliyang" Wu