In April 1904, the group was known as the Denver alumnae association. There were 24 members, the majority being from Phi chapter, but five other chapters were represented. In July 1906, the group decided "to be known henceforth as Phi Omega alumnae association out of compliment to the two chapters having the
most representatives." A charter was granted formally establishing the Denver alumnae chapter on November 6, 1910.
The second alumnae group in Denver was known for its first eight years as the Denver Junior alumnae chapter. The first meeting of the group was held on
January 28, 1970 with the first roster that year having 180 members listed. The group's purpose was to attract those alumnae who preferred evening meetings
and to involve more recent graduates in their fraternity as alumnae. On October 13, 1978, the junior group became a separate chartered chapter with no age
restriction but with the continuing appeal to those in the Denver area who preferred evening meetings. The name was changed to The Denver Evening alumnae
chapter. The charter of the Denver Evening alumnae chapter was relinquished in 2000.
The third alumnae chapter was established April 26, 1971 as the Jefferson County Delta Gamma alumnae chapter. The name was changed to Denver West Delta
Gamma alumnae chapter in 1979. The charter of the Denver West alumnae chapter was relinquished in 1986.
Currently, the Denver alumnae chapter has a mix of both daytime and evening activities to meet the scheduling needs of all our members. We are proud of our rich history and look forward to celebrating our Centennial this year. For information about past chapter leaders, here is a list of past presidents for all three groups.
Panhellenic
Denver Area Panhellenic is an association of representatives from all 26 NPC sororities whose purpose is "to inform fraternity women of current trends and promote the fraternity system, while improving the Panhellenic image and stimulating a continuing interest in Panhellenic affairs."
Delta Gamma has "come into the chairs". Mariann Kroupis Lowrie, Alpha Iota, is representing DG on the Executive Board this year as DAP President.
The group meets on the first Monday of each month, except in September at the First Plymouth Congregational Church at 3501 South Colorado Boulevard at 6:30 pm. Attendance is required. Delta Gamma sends a delegate and alternate each month. The philanthropies for the organization are New Garments Always, formerly Needlework Guild of America and school supply donations for a deserving school in the Denver Metro area. Delta Gamma supports this philanthropy with donations of money, garments and supplies. Another major project is providing scholarships to collegians. Delta Gamma supports this with donations both from the alumnae chapter and privately.
To obtain further information on Panhellenic activities and scholarships, go to the Denver
Area Panhellenic Web site.
Collumnae
The Denver alumnae chapter works with the Beta Chi chapter at the University of Denver as members of the Advisory Team and House Corporation. If you would like more information or to get involved, please contact Lindsey Alexander, Alpha Iota.
