Delta Xi Chapter to Close at Denison University
October 17, 2008
Indianapolis - On Sunday, October 12, the Delta Xi Chapter at Denison University voted unanimously to surrender its charter. The chapter will close at the end of fall semester 2008. It is with heavy hearts that the members of the National Council accept the charter.
While the chapter has maintained a fine record in academic achievement and risk management, they have not been successful in recruiting new members to achieve a critical mass of membership to participate fully in the Greek community at Denison University.
Founded in 1961, the chapter was closed in 1971 and eventually re-colonized in 1985. Over the last 10 years, recruitment numbers have declined significantly. The national organization, university student life administration and the chapter have tried different strategies throughout the years, including professional branding and marketing efforts, other chapter training and special recruitment efforts. Unfortunately, none of these efforts have been able to successfully reverse the downward membership trends.
It is painful for both collegians and alumnae when a chapter closes. All of the current chapter members are in good standing and will be placed on alumna status. We value these sisters as members of our organization and encourage them to reach out to their sisters nationwide as they go forward in their education, professional careers and family life.
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