Deke House (Ithaca, New York)

The Deke House in Ithaca, New York, refers specifically to the chapter house of the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity located near the Cornell University campus. Commonly referred to as "Deke" by members and Cornell students, the fraternity and its house have a long history tied to the university.

Delta Kappa Epsilon, a social fraternity, maintains a chapter at Cornell, known as the Delta Chi chapter. The physical "Deke House" serves as a residence for members, as well as a space for social events, meetings, and other fraternity activities.

The Ithaca Deke House is often a significant landmark due to its size, location, and historical prominence within the Cornell and fraternity community. Like many fraternity and sorority houses, the Deke House has been subject to various renovations and changes throughout its existence. The fraternity's presence and the house itself are part of the broader Greek life system at Cornell University.