The idea of establishing a new sorority originated with five women of South Asian decent: Bonna Chaudhuri, Arati Shah, Monica Manghnani, Avni Patel, and Simran Bakshi. These women desired to create an organization that would support South Asian culture, build sisterhood, and serve their community. Overall, seventeen women from the University of Houston, TX joined together to become the founding mothers (and the Alpha Class) of Delta Phi Omega Sorority, Inc.: Simran Bakshi, Heena Bhakta, Bonna Chaudhuri, Leena Cherian, Rita Dhanani, Anita Jari, Monica Manghanani, Amitha Nikam, Avni Patel, Jessika Patel, Jolly Patel, Shevon Patel, Sonal Patel, Arati Shah, Deepa Swamy, Manisha Vakharia, and Sarika Wadhawan. The founders created the moral fiber of this sorority on the basis of the five pillars of Sisterhood, Respect, Loyalty, Honesty, and Friendship. They envisioned an organization that would highlight the diverse South Asian culture through participation in community and social service projects.  

Through determination and perseverance, this vision evolved into a reality and as a result has become a highly sought after organization for South Asian women across the United States. With each passing year, Delta Phi Omega continues to grow and make its presence known not only within their respective universities, but also within the community. Delta Phi Omega Sorority, Inc. is the first South Asian sorority to expand nationwide.  

The women of Delta Phi Omega understand that only through hard work, optimism, and a pure vision, will the notion of sisterhood among South Asians Prevail.