The Core Competency Awards recognize and celebrate the operational excellence of our chapters and provisional chapters. These awards are structured around key competency areas that reflect the values and priorities of Delta Chi:

• Promoting Friendship – Includes recruitment & retention, brotherhood, and alumni & family engagement.
• Developing Character – Encompasses philanthropy, service, community engagement & public relations, international fraternity involvement, and ritual.
• Advancing Justice – Focuses on health & safety, operations & financial management, and accountability.
• Assisting in the Acquisition of a Sound Education – Covers scholarship, associate member & active member development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

The awards align with the chapter/provisional chapter assessment used to coach chapters toward operational improvement. Chapters can receive recognition in one of three categories within each core competency area:

• Excellence with Distinction
• Excellence
• Achievement

To be eligible for these awards, chapters must complete the Chapter Operations Assessment (COA) by April 30. Chapter "A"s should contact their chapter’s coach for assistance with the assessment.

The Composite Awards recognize chapters that have demonstrated significant improvement and excellence across multiple core competencies. These prestigious awards are among the highest honors given to undergraduate chapters.

• Raymond D. Galbreth Certificate of Achievement – Awarded to chapters that have shown remarkable progress in at least three core competency areas, demonstrating meaningful operational improvement.
• Award of Excellence – Given to chapters that achieve excellence or distinction in three or more core competencies, reflecting superior overall performance. Chapters receiving this award are also nominated for the NIC Award of Distinction.
• President’s Cup – The highest honor, awarded to the top-performing chapters in each division that exhibit outstanding programming and chapter operations. Only chapters that receive the Award of Excellence are eligible for this recognition.
• President’s Most Improved Trophy (No Application Needed) – Recognizes chapters that have shown significant operational improvement over two consecutive years of core competency scores. Only one chapter per division (Red and Buff) may receive this award each year. Chapters on corrective action during the academic year or those that have previously won the Most Improved Award are not eligible for the President’s Cup.

To be considered for these awards, chapters must complete their Chapter Operations Assessment (COA) and submit the Composite Awards application. [Apply here.]

These awards recognize outstanding chapter programming efforts in recruitment, education, safety, and community impact. Chapters and provisional chapters can apply by submitting a 200+ word narrative demonstrating their achievements.

• Outstanding Growth Award – Recognizes chapters that have excelled in recruitment through innovative strategies, effective planning, and strong execution that resulted in successful membership growth.
• Outstanding Program (Safety & Wellness/Member Education) – Honors chapters that have developed impactful programming in either member safety & wellness or member education. Programs can be individual events or a series of initiatives that reflect Delta Chi’s values and positively impact members and the campus community.
• Community Impact Award (Philanthropy & Service) – Recognizes chapters that have significantly contributed to their communities through philanthropic initiatives or service projects. Applicants should detail their efforts, including service hours, fundraising initiatives, and the impact these efforts had on the fraternity and the broader community.
• Most Improved Growth Award (No Application Needed) – Recognizes chapters that have shown notable recruitment improvements, as determined by Delta Chi staff. Chapters do not need large membership sizes to be eligible; rather, they should demonstrate a clear enhancement in their recruitment strategies.
• Academic Excellence Award (No Application Needed) – Recognizes the top-performing chapters in each division based on academic reports from the last two academic semesters. Delta Chi staff determines the winners.

To apply, submit a 200+ word narrative explaining your program, its alignment with Delta Chi’s values, and its impact. [Apply here.]

These awards recognize outstanding undergraduate members who exemplify the ideals of Delta Chi through leadership and service. Chapters and provisional chapters must provide nominations with context for each candidate.

• Chapter Luminary – Each chapter selects one member who best exemplifies Delta Chi’s values and demonstrates strong involvement in the chapter, campus, and community. This recognition is included in the Quarterly.
• Marge Lee Outstanding “C” Award – Recognizes chapter “C”s who have excelled in their duties. Candidates must have held office for at least one full semester/quarter and be in good standing. Named in honor of Marge Lee at the 2004 Convention for her service to the Fraternity.
• “E” Key Award – The oldest Delta Chi award, recognizing chapter “E”s who have performed exceptionally in all communication duties, including Quarterly submissions, Campus Scene narratives, and contact updates with the International Headquarters.
• Outstanding Collegiate Leadership Award – Honors officers or chairmen (excluding the “E” and “C”) who have gone beyond their required duties to demonstrate proactive leadership and exceed expectations. A detailed explanation of their contributions must be provided.

Most individual awards are submitted through the Chapter Meeting Report (CMR), except the Outstanding Collegiate Leadership Award, which requires a separate application. [Apply here.]