Lambda Chapter of Delta Phi
Welcome to Lambda Chapter's page for information, history, quotes, upcoming events, and ways to donate to our special chapter of Delta Phi!
Chapter located at:
RPI (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute)
20 13th Street,
Troy, NY, 12180
lambda chapter Fall 2026 Officers:
President
Connor Shields - corria@rpi.edu
" I joined Lambda in 2024 and have loved the brotherhood feel and decided to become president because I am passionate about helping"
Vice President
Peleh Liu - gae5132@psu.edu
"Without my brothers at Lambda my collage experience would have been so different, brothers for life!"
Treasurer
Aidan Zitron - zitroa@rpi.edu
"I love working with money, so Treasurer was an easy fit. I hate this is my last year but I know I will see everyone again!"
Secretary
Thomas Bianchi - bianct2@rpi.edu
"Elle is making up these "quotes" and out of ideas! HAHAHAHAHA. Just an idea because you were looking for more "content""
Lambda Chapter Goal
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Our alumni are dedicated to ensuring that our undergraduate brothers have the best possible college experience and a real home environment to return to on the edge of campus. (Taken from other website)
HISTORY/ABOUT LAMBDA CHAPTER
The Lambda Chapter of Delta Phi at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is a historic, social fraternity founded in 1864, located at 311 Congress Street in Troy, NY. Known for a strong, active alumni association, the chapter offers amenities like a 24/7 in-house 3D printing system and renovated residential facilities. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Details About Lambda of Delta Phi (RPI):
Location & Housing: The chapter house ("The Academy") is a short five-minute walk from campus and was renovated with significant alumni support.
History: Founded in 1864, it is one of the oldest fraternities at RPI and part of the national Delta Phi fraternity, which was established in 1827.
Amenities: The house features a dedicated media room, a pool table, and a Bambu Lab H2D 3D printer for academic projects.
Alumni & Support: A strong alumni board manages the house, provides career mentoring, and helps with internship placement.
Accreditation: The chapter achieved a “Chapter of Merit” designation during the 2024 RPI Accreditation review.
Life & Culture: The brotherhood focuses on a balance of social events (grills, dinners, games) and academic success. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Note on Similar Names: Note that this is not the Delta Phi Lambda sorority, but a fraternity with a long history at RPI.
QUOTES BY Lambda Alumni
"Without risk, there can be no progress" -- George M. Low
"Whatever I accomplished at NASA or contributed to the space program, really began right here at RPI." -- George M. Low
"I learned how to be inquisitive. I learned to be curious. I learned not to be afraid to ask questions." -- George M. Low
"One of the most important contributions is the practice of practical leadership which fraternities offer their members." --
Livingston W. Houston ,
"Fraternities serve as instruments for training, selecting, and offering proper men for leadership." -- Livingston W. Houston ,
"Engineers are increasingly expected to assume roles of leadership beyond their profession." -- Livingston W. Houston
George M. Low:
He President of the Lambda of Delta Phi while attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. After graduating he went on to be the Director NASA Apollo -- specifically the Moon Landing -- Program.
Livingston W. Houston:
He was President of Lambda Chapter of Delta Phi while attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He was also President and Chairman of Ludlow Valve.
HOW TO DONATE TO LAMBDA CHAPTER OF DELTA PHI
Click here to give a "general" donation to our chapter.
Though if you would rather donate to a particular event, please look over out "Event Schedule" below!
Lambda Event Schedule
2026
Fall 2026 Formal
(Current Delta Phi undergrad students only!)
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Fall 2026 Alumni Dinner
(ALL Delta Phi members/Alumni invited!)
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Fall 2026 Annual Cook-out
(Current Lambda students only!)
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