Research Paper On Delta Sigma Theta

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Delta Sigma Theta is a sorority I took keen interest in after doing some profound research. Not only is it a sorority but indeed a sisterhood. The values and driven purpose to which the sorority serves to the African American communities here at home and abroad speaks volumes. I first took an interest with pledging as a teen. I grew up in an era where the Cosby show exemplified the educated black family thus the spin off “A different world” broadcast the image of college life at an HBCU. I wanted that experience, young African Americans discussing topics affecting inner city communities while embracing the idea of becoming educated to better themselves and their communities. I too, wanted to become someone greater than my current living environment.

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