Fall 2025 Delta Upsilon Quarterly

Dear DU Brothers, Parents and Friends: 

I’m sure we’ve all heard it. “I was in a fraternity in college.” We let that past tense “was” slide because we understand what the person means. However, in reality, fraternity membership is so much more than something we did in college. It is a lifelong commitment that we can engage with in a lot of different ways as we age. It is also a part of who we are.

In Delta Upsilon, our mission is Building Better Men. In our Initiation Ritual, we are charged with enriching the lives of our brothers for “the bonds forged today unite us forever in sturdy resolve." The friendships we make and the character we build through DU shape us in many ways, and we take those lessons with us throughout our lives. At some level, who we are today would be different had it not been for Delta Upsilon.

Throughout this annual report, you will hear from brothers about how Delta Upsilon has enriched their lives. You will also hear why so many are called to pay it forward and support the DU programs and initiatives that allow this enrichment to endure.

Delta Upsilon's leadership continues to focus on our mission to build better men. While we have not made grandiose announcements, we want you to be aware of two major initiatives that launched in the past year that are designed to further enrich the DU experience. The first is the creation of a new insurance captive. This new structure gives us greater control over our Loss Prevention Program and long-term insurance costs. It’s a sophisticated and proactive move that positions us ahead of the curve in managing liability and protecting our chapters.

The second initiative is the creation of the Dikaia Upotheke Housing Corporation (DUHC), a new entity dedicated to the environments in which we build better men. Guided by the mission to preserve and protect Delta Upsilon’s most important housing assets, the DUHC will play a key role in strengthening chapter facilities for generations to come. From guiding capital campaigns and sharing housing best practices, to providing resources and, when necessary, assuming management of facilities, the DUHC is committed to helping chapters offer safe, modern and mission-driven living spaces. While this effort is still in its infancy, the DUHC represents a significant step forward in ensuring our housing supports the lifelong values of Delta Upsilon.

With Friendship, Character, Culture and Justice at the core of who we are, thank you for your continued support of Delta Upsilon and a DU experience that allows our brothers to enrich not only their own lives, but also the communities around them.

Fraternally,