Facts Flashcards
Describe how a person becomes an Honorary Member, and list Five Honorary Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Honorary members shall be women who have made extraordinary contributions in their field and have made significant impact on the national or global community consistent with the Sorority's programmatic thrust. An honorary member must exemplify the Cardinal Principles of the Sorority. Angela Bassett Mary McLeod Bethune Shirley Ceasar (Williams) Ruby Dee (Davis) Lena Horne Mary Church Terrell Cicely Tyson
The first ___________, a concept brought forth by Sorority’s 11th National President _________________, was held in December 1957.
Delta Christmas Party; Dorothy Penham Harrison
Hired during the tenure of the 10th National President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated _____________, whose background was in managing non-profit organizations, was the first _________________ of Delta Sigma Theta.
Patricia Roberts Harris; Executive Director
Under the leadership of ____________, the Sorority purchased its first National Headquarters.
Dorothy Irene Height
How are the collegiate chapters named in Delta Sigma Theta? How are Alumnae Chapters named?
Collegiate chapter shall be designated by the letters of the Greek alphabet, beginning with Alpha and rotating in regular order to Omega.
The initial alumnae chapter in a geographic area shall be identified by the name of the city and state in which it is located.
Please the name the four funds established under First National President Sadie T. Mossell.
Housing, Sinking, Scholarship Award and College Tuition.
What were the first two graduate (now called alumnae) chapters authorized by Delta Sigma Theta?
New York City and Washington, D.C. at the Second National Convention in 1920
Who designed the Sorority Crest?
Delta member F. Ailene Marks and Past National President Jeannette Triplett Jones, both of Lambda Chapter.
Which honorary member wrote the delta oath?
Mary Church Terrell
Delta Sigma Theta was incorporated in what year?
1930
At what convention was Mary McLeod Bethune initiated?
1923 - 5th convention
Name the writers of the Delta National Hymn.
Alice Dunbar Nelson and Florence Cole Talbert
Describe each of the five elements of the Minerva Circle
The Delta mission is illustrated in the Minerva Circle of Identity, the core of which is sisterhood. We are committed to strive together as sisters to achieve public service project goals that are consistent with our basic values and beliefs.
Delta members are predominantly Black, heirs of a history of oppression.
A part of Delta’s identity is an identity as a college-based organization. Delta was founded at a college, by college women, for college women.
Deltas are women and have identified with women’s issues since the Founders participated in the Women’s Suffrage March.
The organization thrust is indeed public service.
Standing Committees of DST
Nominating Committee Finance Committee Scholarship & Standards Committee Internal Audit Committee Strategic Planning Committee Housing & Properties Committee Arts & Letters Committee Personnel Committee Information & Communications Committee Protocol & Traditions Committee Program Planning & Development Committee Constitution & Bylaws Committee Membership Services Committee Technology Committee Documents Review and Management Committee Heritage & Archives Committee
Seven Regions of Delta Sigma Theta
- Central
- Eastern
- Farwest
- Midwest
- South Atlantic
- Southern
- Southwest
Five Point Program Thrust
- Economic Development
- Educational Development
- International Awareness and Involvement
- Physical and Mental Health
- Political Awareness and Involvement
What was the first Public act performed by the Delta founders?
Their participation in the Women’s Suffrage March in Washington D.C., March 1913
The Sorority Colors
Crimson and Cream
The Pyramid Pin
Designed by Epsilon Chapter, The Ohio State University, and adopted in 1920 at the Second National Convention. It is when only during the brief period of membership intake when the candidate is referred to as a Pyramid. The triangular pin is worn over the heart. Its three sides represent mind, body and spirit.
The Pyramid Flower
Peppermint Carnation
The Pyramid Public Motto
Scholarship, Fellowship, Service and a desire to attain all that would ennoble.
The Sorority Stone
Pearl
Pyramid Colors
Red and White
The Sorority Public Motto
Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom
The Sorority Flower
The violet. In lieu of fresh violets, purple African violets and artificial violets are appropriate substitutes.
On what campus was DST founded?
Howard University
When was Delta Sigma Theta founded?
January 13, 1913
Pyramid Hymn
Far in the distance is the goal for which we strive; Laboring ever, may we all arrive! To the golden spender, for which ev’ry heart doth yearn. We will pledge our honor, seeking more to learn.
Delta Sigma Theta! Take, O take us to thy heart! Delta Sigma Theta From us ne’er depart.
Delta, O Delta, let us hear thy gentle voice. To hear the word, Delta, makes our hearts rejoice. Though we’re far, far from thee, yet our hearts would near thee be. Nearer to thy Chapter, nearer, ne’er to thee.
The Delta Oath
I will strive to reach the highest educational, moral and spiritual efficiency which I can possibly attain,
I will never lower my aims for any temporary benefit which might be gained.
I will endeavor to preserve my health, for however great one’s mental and moral strength may be, physical weakness prevents the accomplishment of much that otherwise might be done.
I will close my ears and seal my lips to slanderous gossip.
I will labor to ennoble the ideals and purify the atmosphere of the home.
I will always protest against the double standard of morals.
I will take an active interest in the welfare of my country, using my influence toward the enactment of laws for the protection of the unfortunate and weak and for the repeal of those depriving human beings of their privileges and rights.
I will never belittle any race and will try to persuade others to take the same just stand.
I will not shrink from undertaking what seems wise and good because handicaps or obstacles of any kind confront me, but striving to preserve a calm mind with a courageous spirit, barring bitterness from my heart, I will strive all the more earnestly to reach the goal.
Ancient and timeless academic values of scholarship
High intellectual achievement;
High scholastic attainment;
Research and the contemplative life of the scholar;
Respect for disciplined scholarly sources of knowledge, methods of scientific inquiry and academic and scholarly bases for problem-solving;
The rule of reason; and
Honor of those who teach, who study and who continue to contribute to the world’s store of knowledge.
Thrust of Delta
The thrust of Delta Sigma Theta as an organization is public service
Rites of Passage
The Pyramid Induction Ceremony
The Initiation Ceremony
The Omega Omega Service
Sacred Trust
The induction of new members into Delta Sigma Theta is the Sorority’s Most Sacred Trust.
Sacred Vow
Membership in Delta Sigma Theta is a lifetime commitment.
Minerva Circle
Delta Sigma Theta is a sisterhood of black college women committed to public service.
Sorority Pin
Designed by Big Sister Madree Penn White. The pin is comprised of the Greek letters for D,S, and T. The middle letter, the Sigma has nine jewels that represent the Nine Cardinal Virtues that are the foundation of Delta Sigma Theta.
Nine Cardinal Virtues
Compassion, Courtesy, Dedication, Fellowship, Fidelity, Honesty, Justice, Purity and Temperance.
Mission Statement
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is an organization of college educated women committed to constructive development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the black communities.
Employment and Training; Adopt-a-Black Business; Delta Habitat for Humanity; The Job Opportunity Project; Financial Fortitude
Economic Development
Delta Right to Read Project; Delta Teen Lift; National Library Project; The Bookmobile Project; Book Baskets; EMBODI (Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence); Delta GEMS (Growing and Empowering Myself Successfully); Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy
Educational Development
The Delta House (Mbabane, Swaziland); TREE Project (Training Resources in Early Education); Thika Memorial Hospital (Nairobi, Kenya); World AIDS Day; Adopt-a-Child/Sponsor-a-Child; International Day of Service
International Awareness & Involvement
Summit V; Lifestyle Change Initiative; HIV/AIDS - A New Delta Public Service Initiative; My Cry in the Dark; Catching, Coping and Conquering
Physical and Mental Health
Voter Education and Registration; Public Policy and Legislation.
Political Awareness and Involvement
Honorary members shall be women who have made extraordinary contributions in their field and have made significant impact on the national or global community consistent with the Sorority's programmatic thrust. An honorary member must exemplify the Cardinal Principles of the Sorority. Angela Bassett Mary McLeod Bethune Shirley Ceasar (Williams) Ruby Dee (Davis) Lena Horne Mary Church Terrell Cicely Tyson
Describe how a person becomes an Honorary Member, and list Five Honorary Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Jeanne L. Noble; Social Action Commission
The 12th National President ________________, established the __________ Commission during her administration.
The Delta Newsletter
In April 1957, the first issue of ____________ was published.
Delta Christmas Party; Dorothy Penham Harrison
The first ___________, a concept brought forth by Sorority’s 11th National President _________________, was held in December 1957.
Patricia Roberts Harris; Executive Director
Hired during the tenure of the 10th National President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated _____________, whose background was in managing non-profit organizations, was the first _________________ of Delta Sigma Theta.
Dorothy Irene Height
Under the leadership of ____________, the Sorority purchased its first National Headquarters.
Collegiate chapter shall be designated by the letters of the Greek alphabet, beginning with Alpha and rotating in regular order to Omega.
The initial alumnae chapter in a geographic area shall be identified by the name of the city and state in which it is located.
How are the collegiate chapters named in Delta Sigma Theta? How are Alumnae Chapters named?
Housing, Sinking, Scholarship Award and College Tuition.
Please the name the four funds established under First National President Sadie T. Mossell.
New York City and Washington, D.C. at the Second National Convention in 1920
What were the first two graduate (now called alumnae) chapters authorized by Delta Sigma Theta?
Delta member F. Ailene Marks and Past National President Jeannette Triplett Jones, both of Lambda Chapter.
Who designed the Sorority Crest?
Alpha Chapter, Howard University; Gamma Chapter, University of Pennsylvania; and Epsilon Chapter, The Ohio State University.
What three chapters were in attendance at the first National Convention?
Mary Church Terrell
Which honorary member wrote the delta oath?
1930
Delta Sigma Theta was incorporated in what year?
To keep in touch with the political and civic activities of the country as they affected the Negro race in general.
What was the purpose of the national vigilance committee?
2nd convention 1920
What convention was Grand Chapter created?
1923 - 5th convention
At what convention was Mary McLeod Bethune initiated?
Alice Dunbar Nelson and Florence Cole Talbert
Name the writers of the Delta National Hymn.
The Delta mission is illustrated in the Minerva Circle of Identity, the core of which is sisterhood. We are committed to strive together as sisters to achieve public service project goals that are consistent with our basic values and beliefs.
Delta members are predominantly Black, heirs of a history of oppression.
A part of Delta’s identity is an identity as a college-based organization. Delta was founded at a college, by college women, for college women.
Deltas are women and have identified with women’s issues since the Founders participated in the Women’s Suffrage March.
The organization thrust is indeed public service.
Describe each of the five elements of the Minerva Circle
Nominating Committee Finance Committee Scholarship & Standards Committee Internal Audit Committee Strategic Planning Committee Housing & Properties Committee Arts & Letters Committee Personnel Committee Information & Communications Committee Protocol & Traditions Committee Program Planning & Development Committee Constitution & Bylaws Committee Membership Services Committee Technology Committee Documents Review and Management Committee Heritage & Archives Committee
Standing Committees of DST
- Central
- Eastern
- Farwest
- Midwest
- South Atlantic
- Southern
- Southwest
Seven Regions of Delta Sigma Theta
- Economic Development
- Educational Development
- International Awareness and Involvement
- Physical and Mental Health
- Political Awareness and Involvement
Five Point Program Thrust
Their participation in the Women’s Suffrage March in Washington D.C., March 1913
What was the first Public act performed by the Delta founders?
Crimson and Cream
The Sorority Colors
Designed by Epsilon Chapter, The Ohio State University, and adopted in 1920 at the Second National Convention. It is when only during the brief period of membership intake when the candidate is referred to as a Pyramid. The triangular pin is worn over the heart. Its three sides represent mind, body and spirit.
The Pyramid Pin
Peppermint Carnation
The Pyramid Flower
Scholarship, Fellowship, Service and a desire to attain all that would ennoble.
The Pyramid Public Motto
Pearl
The Sorority Stone
Red and White
Pyramid Colors
Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom
The Sorority Public Motto
The violet. In lieu of fresh violets, purple African violets and artificial violets are appropriate substitutes.
The Sorority Flower
Scholarship, sisterhood, and community service
What is DST founded on?
Howard University
On what campus was DST founded?
January 13, 1913
When was Delta Sigma Theta founded?
I will strive to reach the highest educational, moral and spiritual efficiency which I can possibly attain,
I will never lower my aims for any temporary benefit which might be gained.
I will endeavor to preserve my health, for however great one’s mental and moral strength may be, physical weakness prevents the accomplishment of much that otherwise might be done.
I will close my ears and seal my lips to slanderous gossip.
I will labor to ennoble the ideals and purify the atmosphere of the home.
I will always protest against the double standard of morals.
I will take an active interest in the welfare of my country, using my influence toward the enactment of laws for the protection of the unfortunate and weak and for the repeal of those depriving human beings of their privileges and rights.
I will never belittle any race and will try to persuade others to take the same just stand.
I will not shrink from undertaking what seems wise and good because handicaps or obstacles of any kind confront me, but striving to preserve a calm mind with a courageous spirit, barring bitterness from my heart, I will strive all the more earnestly to reach the goal.
The Delta Oath
The induction of new members into Delta Sigma Theta is the Sorority’s Most Sacred Trust.
Sacred Trust
Membership in Delta Sigma Theta is a lifetime commitment.
Sacred Vow
Designed by Big Sister Madree Penn White. The pin is comprised of the Greek letters for D,S, and T. The middle letter, the Sigma has nine jewels that represent the Nine Cardinal Virtues that are the foundation of Delta Sigma Theta.
Sorority Pin
Compassion, Courtesy, Dedication, Fellowship, Fidelity, Honesty, Justice, Purity and Temperance.
Nine Cardinal Virtues
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is an organization of college educated women committed to constructive development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the black communities.
Mission Statement
