2027 Grand Chapter Congress (New Orleans)

August 11 - 15, 2027 in New Orleans,LA
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Join us for the 57th Grand Chapter Congress (GCC) in New Orleans!

Registration is coming soon! Grand Chapter Congress offers an experience like nothing else.  Imagine hundreds of Deltasigs in one place: learning, leading, and socializing.

Held in odd-numbered years, Grand Chapter Congress conducts the business of the Fraternity, offers educational programming of interest to collegians and alumni alike, and presents opportunities to meet, greet, and interact with brothers from across the country.

Registration

Registration grants attendees access to all GCC sessions and events (except for member only sessions for guests) and full registration is required for all delegates, alternates and for Congress chapter travel award calculations. For those who are not able to attend the entire event, per day registration is available. Please ensure you have registered for all the days you wish to participate in at Congress. If you partially registered and wish to upgrade your registration, please call 513-523-1907 or email registration@dsp.org for assistance. 

Registration Deadlines and Cost 

A full registration grants attendees to all Congress activities (except for member only events for spouses and guests). For those who are not able to attend the entire event, per day registration is available.

Registration Policies 

Cancelled registrations will be refunded in full, less a 10% processing charge per person, if the cancellation request is received by July 12. Cancellations must be requested online. All cancellation requests received after July 12 are not eligible for any refund. If your registration was paid by chapter check or someone else, the refund will be payable to that entity. Refunds will be made as promptly as possible; however, those canceling near Congress will experience a delay due to staffing limitations. 

Transfer of registrations should be submitted online by the original registrant. A service fee paid by the new registrant will be incurred at the time of registration. Service fees for transfers are $30 for Grand Chapter Congress and transfer requests should be submitted by the original registrant. 

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Schedule

Below is a tentative schedule for 2027 Grand Chapter Congress.


While the days of GCC stay the same as past years, running from Wednesday, August 11 through Sunday, August 15, the schedule has been updated to assist attendees with the resort nature and remote location of our host hotel. We have also added lunch on Wednesday and breakfast on Saturday—a total of five meals included in the registration rate along with snacks at each evening activity. 

1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Welcome Committee/Banquet Seating Reservations
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Central Office Store
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Registration
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Credentials
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Registration
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Credentials
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Deltasig Marketplace

There is plenty to see and do in the Marketplace. Interact and network with other attendees, corporate partners, vendors, and more.

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Leadership Foundation
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
First-Time Attendees: Wakin' Up with New Friends!
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Welcome & State of Delta Sigma Pi
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Concurrent Provincial and Regional Awards Presentation - Various Locations
  • North Central – Sinatra 1-6
  • Northeastern – Sinatra 9-14
  • South Central – Springs H-L
  • Southern – Santa Rosa Ballroom
  • Western – JW Pavilion
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Educational Sessions 1 - Various Locations
  • Connect to Succeed:
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Welcome Lunch
Meet new friends or catch up with old acquaintances at our Welcome Barbecue Buffet!
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Educational Sessions 2 - Various Locations
  • Connecting Ideas:
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Delegate & Alternate Orientation/Business Meeting I
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Opening Business Meeting
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Caucuses for Grand President & Vice President-Finance
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
Provincial Vice President Caucuses - Various Locations
  • North Central – Sinatra 1-6
  • Northeastern – Sinatra 9-14
  • South Central – Springs H-L
  • Southern – Santa Rosa Ballroom
  • Western – JW Pavilion
5:45 PM - 6:15 PM
Regional Caucuses - Various Locations
Atlantic CoastDirector 4

Bay Area

San Jacinto Ballroom 

CapitalSinatra 12
CentralSinatra 1
Central GulfDirector 1
Desert MountainJW Pavilion
East CentralSina
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Meet the Candidates Networking Event
Learn more about and meet the brothers running for an elected position. Review the Candidates Beacon at dsp.
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Grand President's Reception and Game Night
Featuring new and retro games, bowling and karaoke with a cash bar.
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Deltasig Marketplace
  • Registration
  • Central Office Store
  • Banquet Seating Reservations
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Leadership Foundation
9:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Business Meeting
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Educational Sessions 3 - Various Locations
  • Beyond the Job Title:
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Awards & Recognition Luncheon and Program
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Educational Sessions 4 - Various Locations
  • AI Unleashed Travis BrodbeckSinatra 3-4 Delve into the transformative power of artificial intelligence.
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Motion/Amendment Consultations - Sinatra 7-8
The Chancellor and Parliamentarian will be available to answer questions as needed.
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
Educational Sessions 5 - Various Locations
  • Beyond Graduation: Continuing Your Delta Sigma Pi Journey Sinatra 9-10 How will you stay engaged with the fraternity as an alumnus?
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM
Educational Sessions 6 - Various Locations
  • Brand You: Strategies for Defining and Owning Your Unique Value Andrew Walsh-BareSprings J-L Focus on identifying your strengths and passions.
4:50 PM
Dinner/Evening On Own
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Presidents’ Academy Reunion
Presidents' Academy attendees and facilitators are invited to gather, network and reminisce.
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Comedy Entertainment
Join us for a full night of LAUGHS from various comedians while also enjoying refreshments and snacks. (Cash bar available)
10:30 PM
National Leadership Reception (Invite Only)
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
PVP/RVP Meeting Breakfast
For newly elected PVPs and RVPs only
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Deltasig Marketplace
  • Registration
  • Central Office Store
  • Banquet Seating Reservations
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Leadership Foundation
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Chapter Award Distribution
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free Professional Headshots
Free professional headshots are available in the Deltasig Marketplace! 
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Keynote Address

Lessons in Leadership: What 10 Careers Taught Me About Change - Jim Gaffney 

Jim Gaffney has led an unconventional life.

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Luncheon
Bring your tickets!
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Business Meeting
  • Bylaws Amendments
  • Ritual Amendments
  • Chapter Revocation Appeals
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Educational Sessions 7 - Various Locations
  • The Mentoring Duo: Unlocking Potential Through Collaboration Amanda MeekerSprings J-L The partnership between mentors and mentees is powerful.
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Educational Sessions 8 - Various Locations
  • How to Make $10,000 in Four Hours Mark MikelatSprings J-L Success in business starts with your mindset. If you believe it you can achieve it.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Delta Sigma Pi Leadership Foundation's What, Why and How - The Who is You!
5:00 PM
Testimonial Deadline
Due online at dsp.org/testimonials
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Deltasig Investors Roundtable Lounge
Invite Only
8:15 PM - 10:45 PM
Dive-In Movie Night
Join us for a night full of energy, fun and brotherhood bonding! Popcorn, cash bar and a dive-in-movie!
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Deltasig Marketplace
  • Registration
  • Central Office Store
  • Banquet Seating Reservations
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Leadership Foundation
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Alumni Recognition Breakfast

Bring your tickets!

To view a list of Deltasigs who will be recognized at Grand Chapter Congress, read our latest news article.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Final Business Meeting
  • Bylaws/Ritual Amendments (continued, as needed)
  • Administer the Oath of Office for New Grand Officers (Ritual)
  • Testimonials
  • Adjournment
12:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Fraternity Board Meeting/Lunch
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch on Your Own
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Celebrating 50 Years of Women Being Initiated into Delta Sigma Pi
Hosted by Past Grand President Kathleen Jahnke, join us to honor 50 years of women's achievements in Delta Sigma Pi! Refreshments will be served.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Leadership Foundation Reception&Auction
Leadership Foundation donor recognition and live auction will begin at 5:45 p.m. Cash bar will be available.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
General Reception - Sinatra Foyer
Kick-off the evening at this cash bar reception in the Sinatra Foyer. A photo booth will be available for group and individual pictures.
6:55 PM - 7:15 PM
Banquet Seating
Enjoy a night of celebration as Grand Chapter Congress comes to a close!
7:15 PM - 10:30 PM
Grand Chapter Congress Banquet
"Grand Entrance March" begins at 7:15 p.m.
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM
DJ Dance and Cash Bar
Enjoy music and networking. All are welcome!
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Getting There

Arrival and Departure Suggestions

Ideal arrival time is Tuesday, August 10. Grand Chapter Congress “proper” begins Wednesday, August 11, with the Welcome beginning at 8:30 a.m.  Delegate Orientation is Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. All Delegates and Alternates must attend this session. The Saturday Grand Banquet and Dance is the final scheduled Congress event.  Departure should be planned no sooner than Sunday, August 15.  More details will be available on the Schedule.   

Airport Transportation

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) - The closest airport to hotel is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), the distance from hotel property will be 12 Miles. Note: This hotel does not provide any shuttle service.

Arrive By Car

As long as you can connect with US Interstate I-55 S or I-65 S, you can easily drive to New Orleans

Congress Travel Discounts

Save with Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental and enjoying special offers and waived youthful driver fees:
  • Book directly through Delta Sigma Pi online or reserve by phone at Enterprise 1-800 RENTACAR (1-800-736-8222) and National 1-800 CARRENT (1-800-227-7368). 
WHAT TO EXPECT

Grand Chapter Congress “proper” begins Wednesday, August 11, with the Welcome and beginning at 8:30 a.m. Use the information below to prepare for your GCC attendance!  

Expenses

In planning for your convention expenses, there are several additional items that you should consider.

Grand Chapter Congress “proper” begins Wednesday, August 11, with the Welcome and beginning at 8:30 a.m. Use the information below to prepare for your GCC attendance!  

Expenses

In planning for your convention expenses, there are several additional items that you should consider. Your personal costs will include lodging, meals which are not part of the convention program, your transportation to and from the New Orleans area and hotel, car service or bus fares, tips, snacks, drinks, souvenirs and other incidental expenses.  

 

Chapter Leadership Funds (CLFs) assure collegians always have access to Delta Sigma Pi's full array of educational programs. CLFs are chapter-specific accounts within the Delta Sigma Pi Leadership Foundation created to receive charitable gifts restricted to a chapter. Chapters can request grants to defray the direct cost of Grand Chapter Congress.

 

Special Accommodations

Delta Sigma Pi wants to accommodate your needs, including any special dietary needs, as best as reasonably possible. If you did not already do so when registering, please communicate any detailed requests as soon as possible (no later than August 1) to registration@dsp.org. On-site requests may not be able to be accommodated satisfactorily and there may be an additional charge in order to meet certain requests.

 

Banquet Seating

There is an opportunity to request who you would like to sit with at the banquet by completing this form by Saturday, July 19. Table assignments will be made available during Congress and will be based on first come-first serve and are based on availability. You may email banquet@dsp.org with any other questions. There will be a Banquet Seating table set up during Congress for attendees to view table assignments and make any changes. All persons you wish to sit with must also indicate in their request that they also wish to sit with you.  

 

Alcohol Policies

The legal drinking age is 21. Attendees should be prepared to present valid personal identification as requested. It is recommended to have two picture identifications with you.

Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase by those of legal age (21) for their own consumption at various Grand Chapter Congress events. These beverages will be served by hotel management personnel who will enforce the minimum drinking age. The cash bar will accept cash or credit.

Child Care

No formal “youth programs” or childcare will be arranged by the Fraternity. The hotel does not offer babysitting services. The Fraternity does not endorse or recommend any service. 

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WHAT TO WEAR

Business casual attire may be worn for educational sessions, business meetings, and lunches throughout the week. Please note that some meeting rooms may be cool so please plan accordingly.

Deltasig letters or other casual attire may be worn for social events.

Business casual attire may be worn for educational sessions, business meetings, and lunches throughout the week. Please note that some meeting rooms may be cool so please plan accordingly.

Deltasig letters or other casual attire may be worn for social events.

Professional attire (traditionally a suit or dress) is required for the Saturday Banquet and Dance. Some of the Board of Directors, Regional Vice Presidents, staff, and others may wear formal attire for the Banquet, but it is not required (see below).

Wednesda– Day: Business casual attire. Night: Deltasig letters or other casual attire

Thursday – Day: Business casual attire. Night: Deltasig letters or other casual attire. 

Friday – Day: Business casual attire. Night: Deltasig letters or other casual attire. 

Saturday - Day: Business casual attire. Night: Professional attire (traditionally a suit or dress) or formal attire. 

Tuxedos/Formal Attire/Dresses

Below are rental and purchase options offered as a suggestion for formal wear, if desired:

  • SuitShop offers affordable, size-and gender-inclusive suiting to members - the first and only coordinating collection for men, women, nonbinary individuals and kids. SuitShop delivers the ultimate suiting experience to get you looking and feeling your best. 

HOTEL INFORMATION

 

New Orleans Marriott welcomes you to Louisiana with style, substance, and unparalleled service. This 4-star hotel on Canal Street in New Orleans is nestled in the French Quarter and near the Warehouse Arts District.

 

New Orleans Marriott welcomes you to Louisiana with style, substance, and unparalleled service. This 4-star hotel on Canal Street in New Orleans is nestled in the French Quarter and near the Warehouse Arts District. It's just a short walk from Jackson Square, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, and Caesar's Casino. The hotel is also near the cruise port, the Convention Center, and Caesars Superdome. Many of the rooms and suites offer views of the Mississippi River and downtown New Orleans. Appreciate beautiful views, enjoy entertaining spaces (see details below) and indulge at one of their popular restaurants. There is so much to do! 

Roommates

If you are looking for a roommate for Congress, email registration@dsp.org your name, age, gender, school, email and phone number. Staff will accumulate the data and forward it to others seeking roommates. It is your responsibility to follow-up with contacts, make a hotel reservation, etc. Delta Sigma Pi assumes no responsibility or liability regarding this optional service.  

 

Safety

During the summer months, it is easy to become dehydrated. Drink plenty of water and juices (caffeine and alcohol dehydrate even more) and be conscious of high temperatures. Seek assistance if you’re not feeling well or chilling when in the heat – heat stroke is a serious risk for everyone. Water is good for you!

Remember, there is safety in numbers so always travel in groups.  We want your Congress experience to be pleasant and memorable. Use common sense and be alert.

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AREA ATTRACTIONS

Check out adventures in the area!


Enjoy these Activities During your Stay!

Host City

Imagine meeting in a city where cultures collide in a brilliant explosion of flavors, emotions and sounds. It’s nearly 300 years in the making and the perfect destination to host your next event. New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz, home to Creole cuisine and rich with history and unmatched southern hospitality. It is centrally located with a walkable downtown and cutting-edge, world class convention facilities. With $1.57 billion worth of improvements to the city in the past decade, New Orleans remains an authentic destination and truly a place like no other. It’s a city of chefs and delectable cuisine and a unique blend of French, Spanish, Caribbean and African cultural influences in our architecture, food, people and music. With more than 1,400 restaurants, the city offers one of the most inconceivable – and incredibly diverse – concentrations of incomparable dining and unforgettable cuisine in the world.

Because most of the city’s restaurants, attractions, tours, accommodations and event venues are within walking distance of each other, it’s easy to get around the “Big Easy” and is the perfect setting for networking. Come enjoy the charm of New Orleans, all while attending a successful meeting in the Crescent City, Sportsman’s Paradise…the Big Easy. New Orleans combines big city choices with the small town friendliness, convenience and always has lagniappe – a little something extra – to offer. Your exploration of the many sensory experiences that come with the unique city of New Orleans begins here – laissez les bons temps rouler – let the good times roll!

Attendees receive expert area guidance and coordination, of top-notch local attractions, tours, dining, entertainment, and other experiences to ensure the New Orleans area is both stress-free and unforgettable.

 

Become a Deltasig Partner!

Partnerships - which can take the form of general sponsorshipsevent-specific sponsorships or a combination of the two - are available at a variety of levels to meet your goals. 

Contact Delta Sigma Pi to learn more about how your organization can benefit from partnering with us. We look forward to connecting you with our members.

Funding for Collegiate Chapters

Chapter Leadership Funds (CLFs) assure collegians always have access to Delta Sigma Pi's full array of educational programs. CLFs are chapter-specific accounts within the Delta Sigma Pi Leadership Foundation created to receive charitable gifts restricted to a chapter. You can support a Chapter Leadership Fund today and assist in chapter's attending Congress by donating to their CLF. For more information, view our policies or email account@dsp.org
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Official Congress Merchandise

A Fraternity tradition is for Congress attendees to purchase a Deltasig Grand Chapter Congress "Headbar" and "Ladders" for each Congress they attend. You can pre-order the 2027 New Orleans Congress Lapel Pin and Ladder bundle now through the Deltasig Shop for $25. Ordering in advance will ensure you get one, as they are limited, and will allow you to assemble the ladder more easily. You may also purchase these items, and more, on-site at the Central Office Store. 

 

Chapter Leadership Funds

Collegiate chapters may have grantable funds available through their Chapter Leadership Fund (CLF), a chapter-specific account within the Leadership Foundation created to receive chapter designated charitable gifts. These funds may help offset the educational costs associated with Grand Chapter Congress. Chapters should encourage their alumni and friends to financially support their chapter’s CLF by visiting dsp.org/donate. Chapters can request grants to cover the costs related to attending Grand Chapter Congress—including registration fees, travel and lodging. Collegiate chapters can find information about their chapter’s CLF, including available funds and the process to request a grant, by logging into the Hub.  
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Merchandise Sales

Chapters may sell merchandise during designated times at a pre-assigned table only with advance reservations. A request may be made using the “GCC Chapter Sales Approval Form”, which is available in the Hub Forms Module until July 1. If the submitted form is approved, $25 per item being sold will be invoiced to the chapter – form and payment must be received by July 1. All sellers - collegians and alumni - must be fully registered for Grand Chapter Congress. Please review the merchandise policy to ensure you are in compliance. 

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