Panhellenic Sorority Life at the University of San Francisco
About Panhellenic Sorority Life
Panhellenic refers to the group of sororities that are part of the College Panhellenic Association. There are three (3) sororities at the University of San Francisco: Delta Delta Delta, Delta Zeta, and Kappa Alpha Theta.
These sororities have a long history, and it’s important to recognize that they were originally created for and by white women, often excluding those from marginalized backgrounds. Today, Panhellenic sororities are working to be more inclusive and diverse. These Panhellenic sororities offer several ways to explore potential membership, including both primary and informal recruitment processes.
Joining the sorority community at the University of San Francisco is a great way to meet people from all backgrounds and get involved both on campus and in the greater Bay Area. Being part of a sorority helps you build lasting friendships, connect with a supportive network, and gain experiences that can help you grow and succeed throughout college—and beyond.
Do you have questions about getting involved with a sorority at USF? Email our Panhellenic President, Celeste Leon, at usfcapanhellenicpresident@gmail.com. Or follow us on Instagram @usfca.panhellenic!
Primary Recruitment (Fall Semester)
Thinking about joining a Panhellenic sorority at USF? Get involved through Panhellenic Primary Recruitment and discover the chapter that feels like home! Each sorority is built on shared values and principles, creating a strong sense of community among members. Being part of Greek Life at USF can add meaningful connections, leadership opportunities, and lifelong memories to your college journey.
Primary recruitment at USF will take place on-campus from Wednesday, September 3–Monday, September 8, 2025! Registration opens May 1, 2025.
Registration for Fall 2025 Panhellenic Recruitment opens on May 1, 2025 and will close on Monday, September 1, 2025 at 11:59pm. There is a $25 registration fee that goes towards recruitment expenses. $5 of that must be paid on the application site, $20 must be paid through Panhellenic's CASHNet system.
If you would like to meet members of the Panhellenic community before the primary recruitment process in September, you are welcome to join us at the following events:
- Saturday, April 12: Meet Panhellenic Ambassadors at Destination USF!
- Thursday, May 1: Lunch & Application Launch!
- [Date TBD]: Fall Involvement Fair
- [Dates TBD]: Panhellenic Sorority Interest Nights at USF
Timeline of Recruitment events Fall 2025:
- Wednesday, September 3, 2025: PNM Orientation [Time TBD]
- Thursday, September 4, 2025: Recruitment Counselor Group Meetings [Time TBD]
- Friday, September 5, 2025: Values Day starting at 5:00PM
- Saturday, September 6, 2025: Philanthropy Day starting at 12:00PM
- Sunday, September 7, 2025: Preference Day starting at 1:00PM
- Monday, September 8, 2025: Bid Distribution / Bid Night starting at 6:00PM
Meet our Chapters
The Epsilon Rho chapter of Tri Delta was established at the University of San Francisco on November 20, 2016. Tri Delta is an assembly of women with shared values where you can be yourself and belong to something bigger. We are brave, bold and kind. We are passionate about serving others, committed to becoming the best version of ourselves and dedicated to helping women live, learn and lead—with Purpose—for a lifetime.
Colors: Silver, Gold, and Cerulean Blue
Flower: The pansy
Philanthropy: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Philanthropy Events at USF: DHOP, Delta Desserts
The Xi Lambda chapter of Delta Zeta was established at the University of San Francisco on April 23, 1983. Delta Zeta is a women's membership organization with a vision to truly inspire action and impact lives globally through philanthropy, scholarship and service. Built upon true and lasting friendship, our sisterhood empowers and prepares members for their futures with the shared experiences and values we hold dear.
Colors: Rose & Green
Flower: Killarney Rose
Philanthropy: Starkey Hearing Foundation
Philanthropy Events at USF: Ali's Way
The Eta Upsilon Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta was established at the University of San Francisco on October 23, 2011. Theta is a sisterhood built upon support, love, and authenticity. Thetas are passionate, driven, and strong, and they stand up for what they believe in. Kappa Alpha Theta is an organization that provides opportunities for members to develop into leaders who uplift and inspire others to become their very best.
Colors: Black & Gold
Flower: Black & Gold Pansy
Philanthropy: CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and the Theta Foundation
Philanthropy Events at USF: Theta Touchdown
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes! All women who are regularly matriculated undergraduate students, as defined by the University of San Francisco, are welcome to join a sorority. There are many international students who have joined sororities during their collegiate career.
Definitely not! We welcome female-identifying students from all years at USF to participate in primary recruitment. Your sorority experience extends behind the four years of your undergraduate degree, it lasts a lifetime.
The Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA) is a binding agreement that is signed between preference round and bid day when you give your final preferences for sorority membership. If you sign the MRABA and choose not to join or stay in the sorority from which you received a bid, you cannot join another chapter until the next primary member recruitment period.
The purpose of the recruitment process is to allow you and the chapters to decide on the best fit. The reality is not everyone who goes through recruitment finds a match, but every effort is made to provide opportunities for involvement to any young woman who is interested in the sorority experience.