Pyrena Founding Class
Pyrena Founding Class
November 17, 2019
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Sister Alectra #1
Status: Alumna
Major: Pharmaceutical Sciences
Minor: Epidemiology
Why DPO: DPO gave me a sense of belonging. It gave me a strong group of girls who shared the same morals and beliefs as me. DPO gives girls a network to connect with people all over the country; not just in a social aspect, but a philanthropic aspect too.
Big: Navila Ahmed, Phi Chapter
sister email: dpo.alectra@gmail.com
Jill Patel
Sister Melika #2
Status: Alumna
Major: Psychology & Criminology and Criminal Studies
Why DPO: DPO allows me to create strong bonds with other girls that have similar backgrounds as me. Aside from gaining lifelong sisters, fundraising for children's literacy and education ensures that I really am making a difference for those in need.
Big: Tanvi Sura, Alpha Alpha Chapter
sister email: dpo.melika@gmail.com
Chetna Landge
Sister Leora #4
Status: Alumna
Major: Microbiology
Minor: Epidemiology
Why DPO: DPO allowed me to realize my potential by introducing me to a group of such independent and strong women not only in my colony, but throughout the people I've met nationally. I also appreciate the kind service acts the sorority does and allows me to be part of. It allows me to give something back to my own local community.
Big: Mehek Masood, Alpha Alpha Chapter
sister email: dpo.leora@gmail.com
Devki Patel
Krishna Brucia
Sister Amaria #5
Status: Alumna
Major: Health Sciences & Disability Studies
Minor: Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Why DPO: DPO provides the qualities of kindness, compassion, and sisterhood that I value and want to ouse to create an all-inclusive environment for all individuals to grow within. I chose DPO because it is a safe haven that values a holistic view of social equality, leadership, scholarship, and civic engagement that inspires me to become a more well-rounded individual.
Big: Ayesha Bhatia, Alpha Alpha Chapter
sister email: dpo.amaria@gmail.com
Sister Zephyra #6
Shreya Dhananjaya
Status: Alumna
Major: Psychology & Entomology
Why DPO: Through DPO, I have been so lucky to understand what it means to be in a sisterhood - to have such a vast, strong support system of reliable sisters. I chose DPO because it not only excels in positively representing and unifying our South Asian community, but also provides a safe space for all womxn as an all-inclusive sorority. By staying true to its origin and values, which is so important to me, DPO has created a strong, powerful community of passionate sisters who believe in the importance of both academic success and philanthropic service.
Big: Sherin Skariah, Mu Chapter
sister email: dpo.zephyra@gmail.com
Resha Panda
Sister Eteria #8
Status: Alumna
Major: Health Information Management and Systems
Minor: Business
Why DPO: Being a part of this Destined Sisterhood allowed me to meet some of my incredible sisters who I know will always be by my side. In addition, joining DPO gave me a vast network of passionate and hardworking women who not only want the best for each other, but also work together to make the world a better place through their outreach and philanthropy.
Big: Janaki Patel, Mu Chapter
sister email: dpo.eteria@gmail.com
Sister Zenovielle #9
Status: Alumna
Major: Health Information Management and Systems
Minor: Business
Why DPO: DPO helped me strengthen myself and gave me a place where I have the support of all my sisters nationwide. It's not only there for me socially, but also academically. It helps keep me focused and when I need help with something, I know I have sisters who will help me.
Big: Jamie John, Phi Chapter
sister email: dpo.zenovielle@gmail.com