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Mission Statement

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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.

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Nine Cardinal Virtues

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Compassion, Courtesy, Dedication, Fellowship, Fidelity, Honesty, Justice, Purity and Temperance.

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Sorority Pin

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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.

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Minerva Circle

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Delta Sigma Theta is a sisterhood of black college women committed to public service.

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Sacred Vow

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Membership in Delta Sigma Theta is a lifetime commitment.

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Sacred Trust

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The induction of new members into Delta Sigma Theta is the Sorority’s Most Sacred Trust.

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Rites of Passage

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The Pyramid Induction Ceremony
The Initiation Ceremony
The Omega Omega Service

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Thrust of Delta

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The thrust of Delta Sigma Theta as an organization is public service

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Ancient and timeless academic values of scholarship

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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.

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The Delta Oath

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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.

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Pyramid Hymn

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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.

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Founders 1 - 5

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  1. Osceola McCarthy Adams
  2. Marguerite Young Alexander
  3. Winona Cargile Alexander
  4. Ethel Cuff Black
  5. Bertha Pitts Campbell
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Founders 6-10

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  1. Zephyr Chisom Carter
  2. Edna Brown Coleman
  3. Jessie McGuire Dent
  4. Frederica Chase Dodd
  5. Myra Davis Hemmings
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Founders 11-15

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  1. Olive C. Jones
  2. Jimmie Bugg Middleton
  3. Pauline Oberdorfer Minor
  4. Vashti Turley Murphy
  5. Naomi Sewell Richardson
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Founders 16-22

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  1. Mamie Reddy Rose
  2. Eliza Pearl Shippen
  3. Florence Letcher Toms
  4. Ethel Carr Watson
  5. Wertie Blackwell Weaver
  6. Madree Penn White
  7. Edith Motte Young
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When was Delta Sigma Theta founded?

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January 13, 1913

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On what campus was DST founded?

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Howard University

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What is DST founded on?

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Scholarship, sisterhood, and community service

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The Sorority Flower

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The violet. In lieu of fresh violets, purple African violets and artificial violets are appropriate substitutes.

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The Sorority Public Motto

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Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom

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Pyramid Colors

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Red and White

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The Sorority Stone

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Pearl

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The Pyramid Public Motto

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Scholarship, Fellowship, Service and a desire to attain all that would ennoble.

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The Pyramid Flower

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Peppermint Carnation

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The Pyramid Pin

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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.

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The Sorority Colors

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Crimson and Cream

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What was the first Public act performed by the Delta founders?

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Their participation in the Women’s Suffrage March in Washington D.C., March 1913

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Five Point Program Thrust

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  1. Economic Development
  2. Educational Development
  3. International Awareness and Involvement
  4. Physical and Mental Health
  5. Political Awareness and Involvement
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Seven Regions of Delta Sigma Theta

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  1. Central
  2. Eastern
  3. Farwest
  4. Midwest
  5. South Atlantic
  6. Southern
  7. Southwest
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Standing Committees of DST

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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
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Founders Day

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It is the day set aside by chapter during the months of January, February and March for sorors to rededicate themselves to the ideals and purposes of the Sorority.

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May Week

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A period in May of each year when chapters emphasize scholastic achievements, educational opportunities and the encouragement of higher scholarship.

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Jabberwock

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An extravaganza in which other local groups are invited to participate. It is generally a cultural and fundraising activity. The proceeds usually are given to charity, for scholarships, or to a worthy cause. It is intended to foster inter-organizational cooperation.

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Describe each of the five elements of the Minerva Circle

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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.

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Name the writers of the Delta National Hymn.

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Alice Dunbar Nelson and Florence Cole Talbert

36
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At what convention was Mary McLeod Bethune initiated?

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1923 - 5th convention

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What convention was Grand Chapter created?

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2nd convention 1920

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What was the purpose of the national vigilance committee?

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To keep in touch with the political and civic activities of the country as they affected the Negro race in general.

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Delta Sigma Theta was incorporated in what year?

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1930

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Which honorary member wrote the delta oath?

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Mary Church Terrell

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What three chapters were in attendance at the first National Convention?

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Alpha Chapter, Howard University; Gamma Chapter, University of Pennsylvania; and Epsilon Chapter, The Ohio State University.

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Who designed the Sorority Crest?

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Delta member F. Ailene Marks and Past National President Jeannette Triplett Jones, both of Lambda Chapter.

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What were the first two graduate (now called alumnae) chapters authorized by Delta Sigma Theta?

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New York City and Washington, D.C. at the Second National Convention in 1920

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Please the name the four funds established under First National President Sadie T. Mossell.

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Housing, Sinking, Scholarship Award and College Tuition.

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How are the collegiate chapters named in Delta Sigma Theta? How are Alumnae Chapters named?

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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.

46
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Under the leadership of ____________, the Sorority purchased its first National Headquarters.

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Dorothy Irene Height

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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.

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Patricia Roberts Harris; Executive Director

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The first ___________, a concept brought forth by Sorority’s 11th National President _________________, was held in December 1957.

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Delta Christmas Party; Dorothy Penham Harrison

49
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In April 1957, the first issue of ____________ was published.

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The Delta Newsletter

50
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The 12th National President ________________, established the __________ Commission during her administration.

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Jeanne L. Noble; Social Action Commission

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Describe how a person becomes an Honorary Member, and list Five Honorary Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

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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
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Political Awareness and Involvement

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Voter Education and Registration; Public Policy and Legislation.

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Physical and Mental Health

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Summit V; Lifestyle Change Initiative; HIV/AIDS - A New Delta Public Service Initiative; My Cry in the Dark; Catching, Coping and Conquering

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International Awareness & Involvement

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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

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Educational Development

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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

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Economic Development

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Employment and Training; Adopt-a-Black Business; Delta Habitat for Humanity; The Job Opportunity Project; Financial Fortitude

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