Epsilon Delta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma
Arizona State University
About Epsilon Delta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma
Since its installation on April 24, 1959, the Epsilon Delta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma has maintained a distinctive presence at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona. The chapter's founding represents a significant milestone in Kappa history—it was the first chapter to be installed at a Province Convention, marking a pivotal moment in the organization's expansion. This achievement came after more than a decade of thoughtful deliberation and community support, demonstrating the chapter's deep roots in the Tempe area.
The journey to establish Epsilon Delta began in the late 1940s when faculty member Cleo Hedde Woodall brought the possibility of Kappa colonization to university administration. What followed was a careful process involving local alumnae chapters in Scottsdale and Phoenix, the Extension Committee, and ultimately the Biennial Convention. When colonization was finally approved in 1958, 29 women received pledge pins on February 15, 1959, launching what would become a thriving chapter community.
Today, Epsilon Delta embodies the values that guided its creation: tradition, leadership, academics, and friendship. The chapter serves as a women's organization where members flourish through shared experiences, from philanthropic activities rooted in community needs to sisterhood events that strengthen bonds. Each member contributes unique qualities that, when combined with the collective strength of the organization, create meaningful change both on campus and throughout Tempe.
Epsilon Delta's commitment to scholarship and personal development remains central to its mission, just as it was during the chapter's first full year when 21 members lived together and prioritized academic excellence. The chapter continues this legacy, offering Arizona State University students in Tempe a supportive community grounded in nearly 65 years of sisterhood and purposeful service.