Theta Delta Chi

Nickname: Thumpers

We were founded in 1847 by six men at Union college and brought to Iowa State in 1919. We are the oldest house on campus made for Fraternal living. Our house had renovations completed in spring 2016. Our reputation on campus has been growing and we've been constantly increasing our numbers and improving since 2007. We represent a wide variety of majors and backgrounds, bringing in students from all over the nation. All of our members are very involved in the fraternity and in Iowa State student life. Theta Delta Chi strives to improve all of its members intellectually, morally, and socially to the best of their abilities. We pride ourselves on academic excellence and campus involvement. It's a brotherhood for life.
    Motto
    Our Hearts are United
    Philanthropy
    Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism
    Colors
    Black, White, and Blue
    Symbols
    Red Carnation, Owl
    Council
    Interfraternity Council
    Local Founding Date
    1919
    National Founding Date
    October 31, 1847
    Chapter Website
    https://www.thumpersisu.org
    National Website
    http://www.thetadeltachi.net

    I had no interest in joining Greek Life as a freshman, but when I met some of the guys in my classes, I realized it was something I wanted to be a part of. Since then, the men of Theta Delta Chi have built me up to be the best version of myself which is something I am forever grateful for.

    Jacob Noonan, 2025 Chapter President

    Housing Information
    Style of living Suite style. Each member gets a study suite, and a slump room where they have their bed, and wardrobe. This separates the sleeping and socializing areas in the house. The President gets his own suite.
    Room Features Desk, Chair, Wardrobe, Tv, Couches all included
    Dining Features Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Mon-Thurs Breakfast, Lunch / Friday 24-hour kitchen access with a stove, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, and air fryer.
    Entertainment Features Large front lawn and back parking lot. Large basement and common areas including tv's and high-speed fiber-optic internet. Rec Room in the basement for watching games. Veranda balcony on the third floor that overlooks Ash Ave.
    Parking 18 Spots
    Address 217 Ash Avenue
    Alcohol Status Permitted: Alcohol is permitted in the chapter facility