# Delta Epsilon Iota

Delta Epsilon Iota (ΔΕΙ) is an honor society formed to recognize academic excellence across all disciplines, that began at the University of Georgia in 1994. It is a national honor society for career development

## History

Delta Epsilon Iota was founded in 1994 at the University of Georgia as an honor society that recognizes academic excellence in all fields of study. The founders were Andrew J. Bond, associate director of career planning and placement, and Richard M. Drye, a student. At the time, Drye was being recruited by the “Big 6″ accounting firms while still an undergraduate. The idea of the society was a reaction of the increase in this type of recruiting tactic.
Delta Epsilon Iota is a national honor society for career development. The society works with university career centers to help student find jobs and career success after graduation. It "serves as a bridge between undergraduates and career services".
Its national headquarters moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 1999. It operates the Delta Epsilon Iota National Scholarship Fund. By 2002, the society had more than 100 chapters.
Delta Epsilon Iota is a former member of the Professional Fraternity Association It is an affiliate member of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).

## Symbols and traditions

Delta Epsilon Iota's colors are blue and gold. its publication is The Resume. The society's principles or pillars are Dedication, Enthusiasm and Initiative.

## Activities

The society presents three scholarships, including the Delta Honor Awards for extraordinary achievement in all areas of campus live, the Epsilon Honor Awards for exception involvement outside the classroom, and the Iota Honor Awards for charitable service. Chapters volunteer in campus career centers, host resume workshops, host a Career Fest, and conduct philanthropic activities.

## Membership

Membership requirements for Delta Epsilon Iota are:
* 3.30 GPA on a 4.00 scale or ranking in top 15% of their class
* Completed at least 30 semester hours
* Enrolled in an accredited college or university and have verification of academic standing

## Chapters

Following is an incomplete list of Delta Epsilon Iota chapters. Active chapters noted in bold, inactive chapters noted in italics.
| Chapter | Charter date | Institution | Location | Status |
| | 1994 | University of Georgia | Athens, Georgia | |
| | Before April 2007 | Texas Lutheran University | Seguin, Texas | |
| Omicron Iota | Fall 2010 | University of Texas at Dallas | Richardson, Texas | Active |
| | Before 2011 | Baylor University | Waco, Texas | |
| | Before November 2011 | Georgia Southern University | Statesboro, Georgia | |
| | Before 2014 | Southern Illinois University Carbondale | Carbondale, Illinois | |
| | 2014 | Ohio State University | Columbus, Ohio | |
| | 2014 | University of North Texas | Denton, Texas | |
| | 2014 | Florida Atlantic University | Boca Raton, Florida | |
| | 2014 | Mississippi College | Clinton, Mississippi | |
| Alpha Xi Iota | 2015 | University of Great Falls | Great Falls, Montana | |
| | 2015 | College of Saint Rose | Albany, New York | |
| Mu Epsilon | | Arkansas State University | Jonesboro, Arkansas | Active |
| | | Chaminade University | Honolulu, Hawaii | |
| | | Clemson University | Clemson, South Carolina | Active |
| | | Loyola Marymount University | Los Angeles, California | Active |
| | | Nova Southeastern University | Miami and Kendell, Florida | |
| | | Rhoades College | Memphis, Tennessee | |
| | | Rutgers University | | |
| | | Stevenson University | Baltimore County, Maryland | Active |
| | | University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, Alabama | Active |
| | | University of Alabama in Huntsville | Huntsville, Alabama | Active |
| | | University of Arkansas at Little Rock | Little Rock, Arkansas | |
| | | University of Central Florida | Orlando, Florida | |
| | | University of Central Oklahoma | Edmond, Oklahoma | |
| | | University of Detroit Mercy | Detroit, Michigan | Active |
| | | University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, Michigan | Active |
| | | University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown | Johnstown, Pennsylvania | Active |
| | | University of West Georgia | Carrollton, Georgia | |