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Below is a list of Delta Sigma Theta (ΔΣΘ) members, commonly referred to as Deltas. The sorority was founded on January 13, 1913, at Howard University [1] and was first incorporated in Washington, D.C., on February 9, 1913. [2] Its graduate chapters are named according to geographic location and "Alumnae" annexed to the service area's name. [3]
Shirley Ann Caesar-Williams, nee Caesar, (born October 13, 1938), [1] known professionally as Shirley Caesar, is an American gospel singer. Her career began in 1951, when she signed to Federal Records at the age of 12. [2]
Co-founder of Delta Sigma Theta Pauline Oberdorfer Minor (c. 1885 – January 23, 1963) was an American teacher, singer and composer who was one of the 22 founders of Delta Sigma Theta sorority. Biography
[15] [16] She earned a music scholarship to Florida A&M University (FAMU) by yodeling at her audition. She was crowned the Freshman Attendant of the Homecoming Court at the age of 18. [17] She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority, pledging Beta Alpha chapter Fall of 2001. [18]
She studied music at Indiana University, eventually making the dean's list. [ 9 ] [ 10 ] There, Taliefero was part of the Indiana University Soul Revue, Dr. James Mumford tutoring her. [ 11 ] She was a member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority.
She also co-founded the Memphis Music Association with Mrs. T.H. Watkins. Additionally, she was an active member and co-founder of the Christian Science Society Church in Memphis. [4] [5] As the honorary member of the Delta Sigma Theta sorority, a historically black sorority, Talbert composed its national hymn. [5] [4]
Sheryl Lee Ralph OJ [1] (born December 30, 1956) is an American actress and singer. Known for her performances on stage and screen, she earned acclaim for her role as Deena Jones in the Broadway musical Dreamgirls (1981), for which she was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.
Bassett was initiated as an honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority on July 13, 2013. [141] She is a Pentecostal Evangelical Christian and a member of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ (Church of God in Christ), located in Los Angeles. [142]