<P> Delta Sigma Theta ( ΔΣΘ ; sometimes abbreviated Deltas or DST ) is a Greek - lettered sorority of college - educated women dedicated to public service with an emphasis on programs that target the African American community . Delta Sigma Theta was founded on January 13 , 1913 , by twenty - two collegiate women at Howard University in Washington , D.C. Membership is open to any woman who meets the requirements , regardless of religion , race , or nationality . Women may join through undergraduate chapters at a college or university , or through an alumnae chapter after earning a college degree . </P>
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dedicated to public service with an emphasis on programs that target the African American community