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Kappas are strong supporters of the entire Greek Community here at OSU. With so many different houses having all sorts of personalities, there is a place for everyone. We encourage everyone to give Greek Life a shot and experience everything it has to offer.

 

What is a Sorority?

A sorority is almost too deep and far-reaching to define on paper. It is more than a social group that gathers for parties. Its purpose is not to accumulate as many trophies as possible to show off to the public. The women in a sorority do not all look, dress, and act alike. The sorority and its members are not chosen as a special elite class to which one has to wear a pin to belong.

The sorority is a tool for the growth and development of the individual. It may be compared to a miniature democratic society which essentially teaches the principles of a democracy. There is a place for everyone. The older, more experienced members are present to guide the new members into their own position. The group offers opportunities in every field so that everyone can fit in.

Contrary to the belief of many people, a sorority does not strive for members who will conform in dress, interests, thoughts, and ideals. A Greek group pledges individuals because it thrives on the unique characters, ideals, and opinions of its members. There is a place for the girl who is interested in activities and also the one who emphasizes scholarship. There is a place for the girl who is elected homecoming queen and also the one who works hard on the float. It is only through these varied interests that a sorority benefits an individual. One receives an education in all phases of college life, or on a wider scope, all phases of society.

The members of a sorority are sisters sharing a strong bond of love and acceptance. Through this close relationship with others, a girl will reach a fuller development of her own character.

What is a sorority? It is the most worthwhile and rewarding group to which one could ever belong.

 

Kappa Firsts

- First of women’s fraternities to turn from Grand Chapter form of organization to Grand Council organization (1881)
- First of women’s fraternities to publish a magazine (1882)
- First to extend invitations to a Panhellenic Convention (1891)
- First women’s fraternity to establish a Central Office (1922)
- First to adopt the Graduate Counselor system (established as Co-Organizer Program, 1928. Presently the Chapter Consultant Position)
- First to set up Service Women’s Centers (1942)
- First women’s fraternity to establish a permanent Fraternity Headquarters (1952)
- First to join with another sorority in a co-housing venture – with Kappa Alpha Theta at the University of Pittsburgh (1965)

Notable Kappas
Just a few accomplished Kappas - see more on the National Website

Jane Swift Zeta Theta, Trinity, 1985 First woman governor of Massachusetts		Mary Thomas Brooks Beta Kappa, Idaho, 1928 Director of U.S. Mint		Susan Harrell Black RhoΔ, Ohio Wesleyan & Epsilon Zeta, Florida State, 1962 Judge of U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit
Laurie Hickson Smith Gamma Phi, SMU, 1990 Interior Design; designer on The Learning Channel's (TLC) Trading Spaces		Ashley Judd Beta Chi, Kentucky, 1987 Actress; credits include A Time to Kill, 1996, Kiss the Girls, 1997, and Double Jeopardy, 1999		Gretchen Carlson Beta EtaΔ, Stanford, 1985 Miss America, 1989
Katherine Brosnahan Spade Omega, Kansas, 1982 Fashion Designer; co-founder of "Kate Spade brands"		Nancy Humphries O'Dell Epsilon Mu, Clemson, 1985 Co-Anchor of Access Hollywood		Betty Robinson Schwartz Upsilon, Northwestern, 1931 Olympic gold medallist, 1928; member of the Track & Field Hall of Fame
Donna de Varona Gamma Xi, UCLA, 1966 Swimmer and sports commentator; won double gold medals at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics		Jo Ann Pflug Delta Kappa, Miami (FL), 1959 Actress; played Lt. Maria "'Dish" Schneiderstar in the movie version of M*A*S*H, 1970; star of Candid Camera		Sophia Bush Delta Tau , USC One Tree Hill