December 3, 1951 was a red letter day for twelve young women who had been inducted into Delta Sigma Theta some years earlier as undergraduate sorors. They had been initiated in various college chapters and were anxious to formulate a cohesive group as they continued to keep the spark of dedication alive. An application was made to National headquarters in February 1951 and the charter was granted on the above date. The regional director, Soror Pauline Weeden, accompanied by Soror Helen Edmonds, established the chapter under the name Delta Kappa Sigma. Under the nomenclature established by Grand Chapter, the name was later changed to Lawrenceville Alumnae. Immediately following the chartering, five ladies who had been instructed in the cardinal principles of Delta Sigma Theta by the chartered group were initiated by the regional director. They were: Jamesetta Liddell Jones, Iris Lucille Jones, Lucille Edmonds Thompson, Frances Ashton Thurman and Carrie Brown Walker.

Charter Members
Nannie Brown Easley Elizabeth Stone Long Catherine Griffin James Martha Odell McGee Sands Alice Hawks Birckhead Rosebud Manning Hawks	Johnnye Taylor Thompson Mattie Long Bryant Nellie Joyner Vivian Goode Smith Julia Spaulding Tucker Carol Delores Whitehurst
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The chapter made an impact on the Saint Paul's College community as well as Southside Virginia.  We were instrumental in bringing a campus-based chapter to the college in the early 50's, Delta Omicron and worked in conjunction with the undergraduate sorors in service related projects.

Over the years, the sorority's commitment to public service has persisted.  We supported the United Negro College Fund through the Saint Paul's College Campaign contributing over $20,000.  A Biennial Debutante Cotillion is held for the purpose of expanding and enriching cultural experiences for young ladies in Southside Virginia high schools.  Since 1958 over 800 young ladies have participated in this event.  Proceeds from this activity have been used to fund scholarships and support other public service projects.  The chapter has awarded over numerous college scholarships over the past 50 years.  Through the years, we have conducted Teen Lift seminars and college campus tours where youth have had the opportunity to interact and are enlightened through workshops, which address issues that affect them.  Since 1996, the chapter has established the Delta Academy "Preparing Young Ladies for the 21^st Century" at Sturgeon Elementary, Meherrin Powellton Elementary and James Solomon Russell Junior High Schools.

The chapter has continued to grow in number and strength, at present there are 70 active members.