For me I can't say that I had an initial interest in Delta Sigma Theta because of a relative's involvement in the organization or in Greek life in general. I am the first college graduate in my family and I'm 26. But my mom did have a lot of friends and co-workers who are members of both Delta Sigma Theta and AKA . The Delta women would always leave good impressions on me every time we saw one another. They were always very professional, kind and caring women. I was impressed. My first year of college I saw about 50 women, in some sort of coming out show (to this day I still don't know what the purpose of this event was, anywho), all members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. I guess we can say it was a mixture of the impression left on me by my moms friends and the mass of women all representing DST on campus that sparked my interest. I did some research after this amazing event, about 4-5 years worth. I knew my grades weren't good enough to join a sorority so I didn't rush it…if it is meant to be it will be. As the years went by and my grades approved I've met members of many different organizations, but still I was always most impressed by the professionalism exemplified by the women of Delta Sigma Theta. So I still wait.. but I still do my research. I know that I would be even more of an asset now to DST than I could have been during my undergrad years. Delta appeals to me because of the strong goals she has set for herself in her 5 point programmatic thrust. If I've learned nothing, I've learned the importance of planning and goals! I am also impressed with Delta’s, Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy. As a junior/high school student I didn't have the opportunity, or the resources, to join an organization such as Delta Academy. The Alumnae members in my community have a Delta Academy and it is inspiring to see these women from all over the world come to my community (where I was born and raised) and do work with the kids here. It has been the exposure I have gotten from seeing the members of Delta Sigma Theta working in my community that has assured me that my choosing to pursue interest in DST is the right decision.. Plus my mom tells me so and I trust her judgement
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