Founding facts
What year was Zeta Tau Alpha founded?
1898
What is ZTA’s symbol?
The crown 👑
What is ZTA’s national philanthropy?
Breast cancer education and awareness 🎗️
This country singer and former Zeta is known for her hit “Jesus, Take the Wheel.”
Carrie Underwood
Who wrote the ZTA Creed?
Shirley Kreasan Strout
ZTA was founded at what university?
Longwood University (Farmville, Virginia)
What is ZTA’s flower
white violet
What organization does ZTA partner with for its philanthropy?
American Cancer Society, NFL’s Crucial Catch and more
This famous actress and ZTA member starred on Baywatch.
Shawn Weatherly
Complete the line: “To realize that within our grasp, in Zeta Tau Alpha, lies the opportunity to…”
…learn those things which will ever enrich and ennoble our lives.
How many founders created ZTA and what are their first names
9 founders
What are ZTA’s colors?
Turquoise blue and steel gray
What is one major ZTA philanthropy event?
Think Pink
This Zeta became Miss America in 2013.
Mallory Hagan
The Creed begins with what phrase?
“To realize that within our grasp…”
What date is celebrated as ZTA Founders’ Day?
October 15
What are ZTA’s official magazine and motto?
Themis “Seek the Noblest” (motto)
What symbol is commonly used for ZTA’s philanthropy efforts?
The pink ribbon
Which Zeta alumna was a professional tennis player and sports broadcaster?
Tracy Austin
What value does the Creed mention that reflects service and kindness?
To think in terms of all mankind and our service to the world.”
What inspired ZTA’s formation?
A secret admirer sent Mary “Cammie” Campbell Jones Batte a gift of strawberries 🍓
What is the official ZTA badge shaped like?
A five-pointed crown
What foundation supports ZTA’s philanthropy, scholarships, and leadership?
Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation
This Zeta is a well-known journalist and co-host of The Today Show.
Hoda Kotb
Finish this line: “And thus, being true to ourselves, to those within and without our circle, we shall…”
…enjoy life’s blessings, learn the nobility of serving, and love truly, that the world may be a little better and brighter because of Zeta Tau Alpha.” 💖