Senate Resolution No. by Senator Boudreaux designates April 30, 2025, as Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated Day at the Louisiana state capitol. The resolution highlights the sorority's founding on January 13, 1913, by twenty-two collegiate women at Howard University, who aimed to promote academic excellence, provide scholarships, and engage in public policy. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, incorporated in 1930, is recognized as the largest African American Greek letter sorority, with over 350,000 members and more than 1,050 chapters worldwide. The resolution acknowledges the significant contributions of its members, including notable former state representatives and senators, and emphasizes the organization's commitment to community service and academic achievement.
The resolution commends Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for its dedication to uplifting communities through its Five-Point Programmatic Thrust, which includes Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement. It expresses appreciation for the sorority's impact on local communities, the state of Louisiana, and the nation, recognizing the pride and honor its members bring through their service and achievements.