Historical Timeline:

• 1882 – Women’s Greek system began at Boston University

• 1956 – Boston University was first considered as a possible expansion site for Delta Gamma

• 1960s-1970s – Womens’ groups disbanded at BU due to collegians questioning and often rejecting traditional institutions

• 1980s – Greek groups returned to campus as reactivated or newly formed chapters

• 1987 – Interest Group A formed with 18 women

• March 1987 –Special Interest Group A wrote to Delta Gamma with interest in affiliation

• April 1987 - Delta Gamma begins discussion with Boston University about possible expansion

• September 10, 1987 - Delta Gamma makes official presentation to Interest Group A

• September 27, 1987 – Special Interest Group A petitions for charter of Delta Gamma

• October 24, 1987 – Pledging ceremony for Interest Group A (24 members) takes place at the Hyatt Regency in Cambridge

• October 26, 1987 – Boston University officially recognizes Delta Gamma on campus

• January 27-30, 1988 – official colonization takes place – “Cheers to Delta Gamma” was the theme

• October 22, 1988 – Zeta Zeta chapter installed at Boston University; 46 women were initiated