Greek life and our chapter are still far from perfect. We still have a long way to go, and these achievements are only the beginning. We believe that it is important to be transparent about how we are approaching DEI efforts, and are proud to showcase some of our DEI accomplishments so far:

2025-2026

DEI Workshops

• Hosted LGBTQIA+: Identity & Inclusion, a Fall 2025 chapter workshop focused on LGBTQIA+ identities and fostering a more inclusive chapter environment.

• Hosted Colorism, Pretty Privilege, and the Impact of Modern Beauty Standards, a Spring 2026 workshop examining colorism, beauty standards, privilege, and their broader social impact.

Black History Month Education

• Developed a multi-part Black History Month educational series centered on learning, listening, and meaningful allyship.

• Programming highlighted Black history, leadership, creativity, and achievement; the importance of centering Black voices and lived experiences; and the difference between performative and meaningful allyship.

• Incorporated reflection and real-life scenarios to encourage members to consider how they can contribute to a more inclusive chapter environment.

Lunar New Year Celebration

• Hosted a Lunar New Year celebration combining cultural education with interactive programming.

• Educated members on Lunar New Year traditions, symbolism, foods, and the Year of the Horse.

• Incorporated culturally significant foods and interactive activities including paper-lantern making, calligraphy/character art, and red-envelope wishes.

Greek Community Collaboration

• Collaborated with Kappa Delta Chi (KDChi), a multicultural Latina-founded sorority, for a joint game night focused on community building and strengthening relationships across Greek organizations.

Ongoing Chapter Education

• Expanded DEI education throughout chapter meetings by highlighting cultural, religious, historical, and identity-based observances and providing members with relevant background information and resources.

• Spring 2026 educational topics included Black History Month, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Ramadan, Tu BiShvat, Carnival, International Women’s Day, Transgender Day of Visibility, Arab American Heritage Month, Autism Acceptance Month, Passover, Easter, Lesbian Visibility Day, AAPI Heritage Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, and other observances.

• Continued incorporating member voices into DEI programming, including opportunities for members to contribute to presentations on cultural and religious observances.

2024-2025

Educational Programming

• Provided ongoing DEI education during chapter meetings on topics including Hispanic Heritage Month, Bisexual Awareness Week, diversity and representation in the Olympics, DEI involvement opportunities at USC, and DEI within Greek Life.

• Incorporated DEI education into formal recruitment preparation and provided dedicated DEI education for new members.

• Held educational programming throughout Black History Month and Women’s History Month

Workshops & Collaborations

• Hosted a Curly Hair Workshop in collaboration with Curly Visions SC, creating an educational space centered around diverse hair types, experiences, and representation.

• Participated in a USC JEDI workshop on microaggressions and implicit bias.

• Participated in a USC JEDI workshop on gender and sexuality.

Community Resources

• Developed a BIPOC Business Guide to highlight and encourage support of BIPOC-owned businesses.