Alumna Spotlight: Deanna Strable and Kathy Kay

Unexpected Connections: How Delta Zeta Sisterhood Brought Deanna and Kathy Together at Principal Deanna Strable Congratulations to Deanna Strable, Alpha Alpha, Northwestern University, on her recent appointment as president and CEO of Principal Financial Group®. Originally from Iowa, Deanna joined Principal® in 1990 as an actuarial assistant. Since then, she has held 15 different positions at…

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Let’s Talk About Coping Strategies

With finals quickly approaching, some of our sisters are graduating, some may be preparing to start a new internship over the summer or studying abroad, and others have life changes that may be occurring. It is never too early to think of coping strategies that might work for you! Coping can help us adjust to…

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Foundation Mission Moment – March 2025

Did you know that over 60 percent of Americans don’t have a will or estate plan? And of that 60 percent, over 40 percent say it is because they haven’t gotten around to doing it yet. But, what if you knew it could take as little as 20 minutes to create your plans using FreeWill? For this month’s Mission Moment, hear…

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Delta Zeta Announces 2025 Awards

Are you ready to Truly Celebrate together? It’s time to apply for awards! Take part in our tradition of recognition and celebration to showcase the impact and talent of our members and chapters! Through our annual awards, we honor the dedication, leadership and philanthropic efforts that make a lasting difference in our communities and beyond. What’s new…

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The Importance of Community and Belonging

Have you ever thought about what true community and belonging looks like within your respective chapters? As members of Delta Zeta, we are guided by our six shared values which include community and belonging. There are plenty of practices that can help promote community and belonging within our chapters and having a sense of belonging…

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Meet Our New Foundation Trustees

The Delta Zeta Foundation is honored to announce the appointment of three new members to the Board of Trustees. Please join us in congratulating Lily Barwick, Pi Rho Chapter, University of West Georgia, Elaine Lee Jeffers, Theta Rho Chapter, California State University/Los Angeles and Lorrie Flores Tijerina, Omicron Alpha Chapter, St. Mary’s University. Lily Barwick…

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Foundation Mission Moment – February 2025

In January, Chapter Presidents, Vice Presidents of Membership and Vice Presidents of Philanthropy gathered for a weekend of networking, learning and leadership development. They focused on how their chapter plays a role in helping achieve the Sorority’s three strategic goals, and they focused on building their Delta Zeta network. Watch this month’s Mission Moment to see…

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The Power of Connection Versus Communication

Have you ever thought about the difference between communicating and connecting? If not, now is a great time to reflect on the difference between these two types of interactions as we enter the new year! Though they may seem similar, communication and connection are distinctly different, and each plays an important role in our relationships—both…

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Foundation Mission Moment – January 2025

Exciting news! The Delta Zeta Foundation awarded a record-breaking $415,750 in scholarships to 113 remarkable members for the 2024-2025 academic year. This month’s Mission Moment highlights the inspiring stories of our scholarship recipients and how your generosity is transforming their educational journeys. The Foundation’s mission is to support Delta Zeta’s vision: to be a global…

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Delta Zeta welcomes Karlee Nuttelman as Director of Online Learning and Prevention Education

Oxford, Ohio – Delta Zeta is delighted to announce the appointment of Karlee Nuttelman as the Director of Online Learning and Prevention Education effective January 1, 2025. In this new role, Karlee will architect the creation and implementation of dynamic, culturally responsive online learning programs that align with Delta Zeta’s strategic priorities. Her efforts will…

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