Delts live by a system of values that are evident in everything said and done. These values shape our decisions, our programs and our future.

Our Mission: Committed to Lives of Excellence

All Delts are unified through this common mission, and the Fraternity provides all members with the skills and resources needed to uphold this commitment. Members of Delta Tau Delta live by the fundamental principles of Truth, Courage, Faith, and Power.

Truth

Truth is vital in the relationship between an organization and the outside world. If an organization cannot be trusted, it will perish. Truth begins within the organization. To truly become brothers, men must be truthful to themselves and to one another. They must hold one another accountable.

Courage

Courage takes heart. Those who are courageous thrive. As you navigate through life, you will be confronted with many difficult decisions. Courage helps a leader understand the best option and take it, regardless of the popularity of that choice. Courage has a distinct relationship with truth. One must know the truth to stand for it.

Faith

Faith is belief. Faith grows, develops and changes. It means trusting yourself and believing your actions are appropriate. Faith will help you trust decisions you make and believe that given information is correct. A lack of faith drives a wedge through an organization and friendships.

Power

Power begins as inner strength. Power is a combination of talents and inherent abilities and wisdom. Through united individuals, we can do so much more as a brotherhood than we can alone. The power of an organization, when combined with courage, faith, and truth, leads us into the future and ensures success.

Delt Value Statements

In addition to the four principles of Delta Tau Delta, there are five phrases that complete our system of values.

Integrity is Essential

Integrity means doing what you say you will do. Integrity establishes credibility for yourself and the Fraternity and having it means others can trust you, believe you, and count on you.

Accountability is Fundamental to all Commitments

Accountability means holding to your promises, making you responsible for both your words and your actions.

Lifelong Learning and Growth are Vital

There is no status quo in the pursuit of excellence – you are either moving ahead through continuous growth and learning or going backward and slowly narrowing your choices and opportunities in life. There is no point in today’s world where one can afford to stop learning and growing.

Strengthening Community is Essential to our Vitality

The pursuit of a life of excellence must occur through constant interaction with many different communities. Therefore, a strong community is vital for your future, as well as the Fraternity’s.

Brotherhood Sustains Us

Delta Tau Delta is an organization that relies on Brotherhood to hold us together. Brotherhood involves individual responsibility to one’s self and to others.